Designing a Life of Service | Julie Sayers of encompas

Podcast: The Design Pop · Imagine a Place Productions

Opublikowano: 2026-09-29

Julie Sayers never planned to become a business owner or mayor. She began her career as a dealer designer, became a co-owner of encompas, and now serves as the mayor of Lenexa, Kansas. In this conversation, Julie shares how design skills like listening, problem-solving, building coalitions, and serving people have shaped every part of her career. She talks about encompas’s unique approach to design and customer service, the future of AI in the industry, taking on major leadership roles, and why she rejects the idea that imposter syndrome should hold people back. Julie’s stor...