Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and completely captivated. NSBWEP proudly presents an unfiltered, high‑impact fireside chat with Lance Devereux, the powerhouse founder and creative force behind Designs by Devereux in Charlotte, NC. Revered for his fearless aesthetic, dramatic installations, and signature luxury‑meets-culture design identity, Lance is not just participating in the evolution of the events industry—he’s helping define it.
This electrifying conversation pulls back the curtain on his meteoric rise, from bold beginnings to becoming one of the voices shaping modern event design. With a career built on originality, audacity, and a refusal to shrink his creativity to fit anyone’s expectations, Lance will explore the pivotal moments, risks, and reinventions that propelled his brand into the spotlight.
Attendees will gain an exclusive look at the trends reshaping weddings and events, the realities facing creative entrepreneurs today, and the power of carving space for yourself—especially as a Black designer navigating an industry where representation still lags behind the talent.
Expect real talk. Expect revelations. Expect inspiration that lingers long after the screen fades to black.
This is not just another webinar—it’s a masterclass in vision, voice, and the art of showing up boldly in an industry that rewards the brave.
Key Takeaways
The Making of a Creative Force: A powerful look at the defining moments, risks, and revelations that shaped Lance’s unmistakable creative identity.
What’s Really Next for Events: Straight-from-the-front-line insights on the trends, shifts, and client behaviors rewriting the rules of modern event design.
The Black Entrepreneur Experience—Unfiltered: Bold truth about navigating bias, owning your voice, and leading with cultural excellence in a competitive industry.
The Discipline Behind Audacious Creativity: How to stay original, stay inspired, and stay in demand—without shrinking, burning out, or playing small.
REGISTRATION FEE:
NSBWEP Members: Complimentary | Non-Members: $35.00
Registration is non-refundable and non-transferrable to a future event and/or webinar.
About Our Speaker:
Lance Devereux, famously known as “Mr. Christmas,” is an award-winning event designer, interior stylist, holiday expert, and lifestyle content creator celebrated for transforming everyday spaces into extraordinary, joy filled experiences. With a signature flair for festive storytelling and luxury design, Lance has built a reputation for creating immersive environments that feel both magical and meticulously curated. His work spans high end events, editorial worthy holiday installations, and brand activations that blend creativity, hospitality, and unforgettable visual impact.
As the founder of Designs by Devereux, Lance has produced stunning events and signature holiday moments for a wide range of high-profile clients including Da Brat and Judy Dupart, Fantasia Barrino, Shamea Morton, Holly Robinson Peete, Quavo, Cynthia Bailey, Shereé Whitfield, Rasheeda Frost, Lauren Speed Hamilton, and more. Lance also starred as one of the featured designers on VH1’s My Celebrity Dream Wedding, a television series centered around top event designers creating unforgettable weddings for celebrity clients. His work and expertise have also been seen across popular television franchises such as The Real Housewives and Love and Hip Hop.
Lance’s exceptional work has earned notable recognition including Designer of the Year from The B Collective Awards and Best Ornament Display from Vickerman and Company, further establishing him as one of the most dynamic voices in modern event and holiday design.
In addition to his client work, Lance is deeply passionate about education and mentorship. He is the founder of The Devereux Experience, a design education platform created to teach emerging wedding and event professionals the art of design, business strategy, and client experience. He later expanded his signature holiday expertise through The Lance Devereux Holiday Experience, an immersive masterclass that teaches creatives how to master holiday décor while building profitable seasonal design businesses.
Beyond design, Lance is also a dynamic speaker, educator, and digital creator, inspiring audiences through his philosophy that “Everyday Is a Holiday.” Through his content, classes, and speaking engagements, he encourages people to celebrate life with intention, creativity, and joy.
When he is not designing or teaching, Lance’s greatest joy is his family. He is a proud husband to his partner of over 15 years, Antonio, and a devoted father to their son Grayson Saint.
Today, Lance continues to grow his lifestyle brand while inspiring others through design, education, and storytelling, always with the mission of helping people celebrate beautifully and live life a little more festively.
