Carina Gardner on Building a Multimillion-dollar Business in Less Than 3 Years

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, hosted by Vicki Noethling. In this episode, Vicki sits down with the remarkable Carina Gardner, a powerhouse in the design industry with a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. Carina’s journey from academia to entrepreneurial success is nothing short of inspiring, having built a multimillion-dollar business in less than 3 years. As the CEO of Design Suite, she’s revolutionized online education for aspiring designers, blending passion with profitability. From her insights on fabric and craft design to her expertise in community building, Carina shares invaluable wisdom for anyone looking to turn their creative passion into a thriving business. Tune in as she discusses the secrets behind her rapid success, the power of online education, and the importance of fostering a supportive community. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or seasoned creative, this episode is packed with actionable advice to fuel your journey to success.

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Website: https://carinagardner.com/

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Carina has a Ph.D. in Design from the University of Minnesota. She taught design at the University of Minnesota and the Arts Institute before starting her design business. The Carina Gardner brand has been on dishwater, jewelry, prints, clocks, sewing patterns, and holiday products. Carina is also a well-known fabric designer for Riley Blake Designs and die cut designer for Silhouette. Carina was the Creative Director of Carta Bella Scrapbook papers. Her kids brand Mini Lou has sold products for Nordstrom, Peek Clothing, and 500 independent retailers and museums in the US. Carina is the CEO of Design Suite, a surface pattern and crafting design program that teaches designers how to make money as they learn to design. Her popular Make and Design Podcast teaches aspiring designers how to make the transition from crafter and hobbies to profitable designer. Carina is originally from Clarksville, Tennessee. She currently lives in Sandy, Utah with her husband and three children.