I have had a varied background. I grew up in a small town in northern Indiana.  After high school, rather than head off to college, I made the impulsive move to head west and ended up in Southern California.  I was fortunate to land a job with a great employer and worked my way up from clerk to mid-level management over the course of 18 years.  I have worked in field offices, corporate headquarters, the executive suite, and even in the air.  I spent close to 10 years as a facilities manager who oversaw the daily management of corporate facilities responding to corporate client tenant requests and managing remodels and new site construction projects.

 

I earned my bachelors in business administration, with an emphasis in marketing.  A short time later I earned my MBA. 

 

Why Merry Welcome?  After each move and/or remodel when visitors (friends, family, contractors, realtors) came to my home I was repeatedly told I should be "in the business".  My passion is to remodel, renovate and decorate. But I also love to organize, prioritize, and help others.  After the death of my husband, I learned first-hand how much “stuff” survivors have to deal with upon a death.  Numerous financial and life decisions must be made; many with the clock ticking and impending deadlines.  Upon analysis, I decided that I want to help others so the ball doesn’t get dropped, the stress is eased, and hopefully your day is brightened.  Yes, decorating will be a part of my business, but it will be so much more. I will transform your home into an efficient yet beautiful place of refuge.

 

I want to assure you that I will bring the same professionalism, dedication, and respect to you and your home that I would expect.  I look forward to meeting and providing service to you. Just as I have recaptured my joy, I hope to spread the joy to you and your family. Thanks, and I wish you a Merry Welcome.

 

 

                                                       Lana