In today's episode of Fingerprints on Success, Bill Barrett has an insightful conversation with Sandee Markwith, the visionary founder of Studio 1200, a premier architecture and interior design firm based in Short Hills, New Jersey. Recognized as one of the top 50 Women in Business by NJBIZ and a two-time top real estate influencer by ROI and J, Sandee's innovative approach has propelled Studio 1200 to the forefront of the industry. During the episode, Sandee will share her remarkable path from childhood passion for design to leading a renowned design firm. Listeners will learn about her early influences, including mentorship and pivotal career decisions that led to founding Studio 1200. She will also discuss the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, highlighting her organic growth from freelancing to establishing a thriving firm. Sandee's journey underscores the importance of mentorship, resilience, and adaptability in the competitive world of commercial real estate and design. Bill and Sandee discuss the evolving landscape of architecture, touching on topics such as the impact of AI on design processes and the shift towards experiential workplace strategies. Listeners will find out how Sandee's commitment to diversity in project scope has been a key factor in Studio 1200's success, navigating challenges like the 2008 recession and fostering a culture of innovation and mentorship.  Listen now and enjoy! What You’ll Learn in this Show: The pivotal role of mentorship in Sandee's career and how it shaped her entrepreneurial journey How Sandee navigated challenges like the 2008 recession and diversified her firm's project portfolio Insights into the future of architecture and design, including the impact of AI and evolving workplace strategies Studio 1200's commitment to community involvement and giving back through partnerships and charitable work Sandee's guiding principles for success and her passion for nurturing talent within her firm And so much more... Resources: Studio1200 Get connected with Sandee Get connected with Bill