What keeps you moving in a sputtering economy? I have a positive attitude about every- thing! I am grateful for the business I do have and am always looking for ways to improve what I offer to both the in- staller and the homeowner. A sense of
humor, a great support system, family and friends to bounce ideas off of, all help keep me focused.
Where do you see the company in five years? This is a hard one! I am hoping, as we all are, to see the economy start to turn around. Hopefully we will continue to grow as the company focuses on new products that will allow us to expand our brand. The products we offer are well known on the West coast, so get- ting our presence out there for the East coast is a must. We will start next year expanding our class offerings to include the a new “limestone” wall plaster class, and an advanced coloring class. We will be offering a new garage floor sealer, new paint colors, and a kit that will allow an installer to offer a com- plete outdoor BBQ custom made.
Your profession lies in a male dominated field. What advice do you have for women breaking in? First, educate yourself. Know the indus- try and your product. Don’t try to fudge answers. I start every class I teach stating that if I don’t know something, I will either yield to someone who does, or find out the answer and get back to the class. Take classes and/or attend seminars. Read the latest publications. Get a mentor.
Second, always be yourself. I grew up with a big male influence in my life, with grandfathers, my father, and four
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