From the Trenches - Best ideator ever, Ingrid Liss shares what makes designing product really tick. Plus some unbelievable true tales!

Margo meets a dear friend and mentor in her windowsill, Ingrid Liss. Ingrid is the VP of Product Development & Design at Ganz Midwest CBK - one of the largest wholesale gift holiday and home decor companies in the United States. With over 28 years in the industry and extensive experience in product design and sourcing she has honed her creative talents as an inspiring mentor and leader. Her career has taken her all over the world to work with artisans and partner suppliers to bring innovative and unique products to the market. Ingrid works with independent artists, illustrators, graphic designers, and an experienced team of product designers and she delights in the joy of fostering creative spirits and dynamic partnerships. 

Margo and Ingrid discuss: 

• The intricacies and interpretations of art
• Repurposing art from 2d to 3d art
• The question of “is licensing dead?”
• Fun and harrowing stories of international work travel
• Ingrid’s start as a product designer
• And more! 

Connect with Ingrid: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingridliss/

https://www.pinterest.com/ingridaliss/

https://www.ganz.com/Midwest-CBK/