ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Season 2 Episode 27:
Ronniesha Rivera, founder of Vetted by Design, shares her journey from interior design business owner to platform creator. After a costly bookkeeper mistake led to a government audit, she realized the need for a curated marketplace of business professionals vetted specifically for interior design expertise.
Key Discussion Points:
The specific tax filing error that triggered a government audit
Why general business experts fail interior design clients
The vetting process for ensuring professional competency
How to overcome the fear of delegation and hiring
Building trust with service providers who understand your industry
The platform economics that keep it free for designers
Guest Background:
Ronniesha owns Alder and Stone Interiors and founded Vetted by Design in January 2025. The platform features vetted business professionals across categories like bookkeeping, marketing, virtual assistance, and project management - all specifically experienced with interior design businesses.
