KEYNOTE LUNCHEON
Keynote luncheon & Design Presentation featuring Annie Meyers-Shyer
MODERATED BY EDITOR IN CHIEF OF VERANDA, STEELE MARCOUX
thursday, october 8th, 2026
CAROLINA COUNTRY CLUB // RALEIGH, NC
8:45 - 9:45 AM: VIP Preview Hour with Mimosas + Early Access to Set the Table and Art Sale
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Opening Remarks, Keynote Presentation & Q&A Featuring Annie Meyers-Shyer, moderated by Steele Marcoux
11:00 AM–12:00 PM – Seated Luncheon
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM: Set the Table Showcase: Tablescapes, original art, floral displays, demonstrations, and book signing
11:30 AM - 3:00 PM: *Pop-Up Shop and Antiques Corner, available to Luncheon & ‘Set the Table’ ticket holders only.
*** Ticket price includes ADMISSION FOR ONE TO KEYNOTE LUNCHEON and 'SET THE TABLE'. Also included is ONE copy of this year's featured book
Annie Meyers-Shyer is the creator of the popular Instagram account @ThisOakHouse, where she documented the renovation of her historic Gerard Colcord home in Los Angeles and continues to share her personal experiences and design expertise. Annie began her career as a fashion editor at Harper’s Bazaar, and worked in public relations at CHANEL, before stepping away to focus on growing her family and renovating her home.
What began as a just-for-fun renovation journal quickly became an unexpected phenomenon, drawing a devoted following (over 170K) for Annie’s candid, detail-driven approach to design. Rather than focusing on polished before-and-after moments, @ThisOakHouse stood out for its emphasis on process, restraint, and authentic decision-making—values increasingly shaping the design conversation today. Brimming with practical guidance, refined aesthetics, and personal storytelling in one elegant volume, This Oak House offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it truly takes to renovate an old house, preserve its character, and create a space that feels timeless and lived in
In addition to all things home, Annie loves cooking, gardening, and spending time with her husband and two sons
Steele Marcoux is the editor in chief of VERANDA, where she oversees brand strategy and content across all platforms and manages a team of editors and writers. She also writes about architecture, design, travel, jewelry, and gardening. Prior to joining VERANDA in 2018, Steele held editorial leadership roles at national design and lifestyle brands for over ten years. She has also worked as a freelance writer on articles ranging from celebrity profiles and gift guides to food and beverage trends. Steele has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Williams College (art history) and a Master of Arts degree from University of Alabama (American history). When not working, Steele can be found cooking for her family, cheering her sons on at cross country meets, soccer games, or lacrosse tournaments, playing with her dogs, planning her next design-oriented trip, or trying to find a way to squeeze in a few more minutes on a tennis court.
