Christopher O'Guin - Vice President of Sales and Product Development

Christopher worked and attended intensive workshop training at Miller-Wagenaar Studios in Chicago, and studied European glazing, marbling, faux bois, gilding and leafing, and other traditional painter's arts. He also attended Midwest Studios where he was first introduced to water-based mediums that surpassed the traditional European solvent mixtures. In the mid 1990's the O'Guin family founded The South Shore Academy of Decorative Arts in Valparaiso, Indiana. The school acts as a teaching arm of the company's core installation business, training tradesman and do-it-yourselfers to increase and master their skills. Christopher has also been a guest teacher at the Chicago Institute of Decorative Finishing, teaching advanced technique workshops.

Cory O'Guin - Principal Project Leader

Lynn O'Guin - Senior Partner

While raising four children with her husband Mike, Lynn also worked in retail banking for 10 years. She enjoyed the customer interaction, and was always known for her professional and courteous demeanor. Lynns experiences as a mother and a customer service expert are reflected in her business management skills, and she continues to focus on excellent customer service. "We like to pay attention to details, so there are no surprises for clients, or us. This results in a great experience for the customer, and also a satisfactory conclusion for us.

---

Michael O'Guin - Senior Partner

Mike started the family business in 1983, and soon realized he really enjoyed working with his hands. He began hanging wallpaper, and tackled even the most difficult jobs. His skill paid off, and he was well received in the industry. Mike comes from a family of artists, so he naturally had the ability to be creative and precise with his trade. This natural talent led him to decide to open a business that focused on painting and wallpapering. Mike brings 25 years of experience to his position as head of the wallpaper division of O'Guin Decorative Arts. He takes a personal interest in his clients, and treats their homes as though they were his own.

 

Pablo Esquivel, Artisan

---

 

Meagan Stutz - Marketing, Graphic Design

Meagan Stutz attended school in Chicago at Robert Morris College. She graduated with an associate's degree in Graphic Design in 2001. She has worked with the O'Guin family business for many years, and designed the website and marketing materials for O'Guin Decorative Arts.