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Interior Designer and HGTV Star | Bestselling Author | Speaker on Creativity and Innovation in Home Design

Candice Olson Speaking Fee: $30,000 to $50,000

Interior Designer and HGTV Star | Bestselling Author | Speaker on Creativity and Innovation in Home Design

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Candice Olson
Speaking Fee:
$30,000 to $50,000

Travels From:
YYZ - Toronto, Canada

Primary Topic Category:
Creativity and Innovation

Secondary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship

 

Candice Olson Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Candice Olson is a renowned interior designer and HGTV star known for her elegant and innovative home designs. She has authored several bestselling books that have inspired homeowners and design enthusiasts alike. Candice’s work has been featured in numerous television series, making her a trusted voice in the world of interior design. Her expertise blends creativity with practical solutions, helping clients transform their spaces. She continues to influence the design industry through her speaking engagements and media presence.

Candice Olson is a celebrated Canadian interior designer, television personality, and bestselling author whose work has influenced the design landscape across North America and beyond. Originally from Calgary, Alberta, she began her academic journey studying medicine at the University of Calgary while playing for the Canadian national women's volleyball team. Her passion for creativity led her to pivot toward interior design, ultimately graduating from the School of Interior Design at Ryerson University in Toronto. In 1994, Olson founded her own firm, Candice Olson Design, focusing on both residential and commercial projects. Her distinctive approach—merging classic elegance with contemporary simplicity—quickly garnered attention. This unique style, combined with her engaging personality, caught the eye of television producers, leading to her breakout HGTV series, Divine Design, which debuted in 2001. The show became a hit, airing in over 75 countries and establishing Olson as a household name. She followed up with Candice Tells All, offering viewers deeper insights into her design philosophy and creative process. Beyond television, Olson has authored six bestselling books, including Candice Olson on Design and Candice Olson Kitchens and Baths, providing readers with practical advice and inspiration for their own spaces. Her success also led to the creation of the Candice Olson Collection—a comprehensive line of home décor products ranging from furniture and lighting to fabrics and wallpapers—reflecting her signature blend of traditional and modern aesthetics. Today, Olson continues to lead her design practice from Toronto, working on diverse projects that span private residences to luxury hospitality spaces. She remains a sought-after speaker and design authority, known for her ability to create spaces that are both sophisticated and livable. Balancing her professional endeavors with family life, Olson resides in Toronto with her husband, builder Jurij Sennecke, and their two children.
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