COMPANY
With over 200 years combined experience with kitchen design in Michigan, our professional design consultants are prepared to service your home improvement needs. Whether you need new a kitchen or bath, or are looking at a complete home remodeling, our kitchen design and remodeling consultants have the knowledge and expertise to complete your home improvement project to your satisfaction. Please take a moment to meet The Kitchen Shop's Michigan kitchen remodeling experts.
MISSION STATEMENT
We will anticipate and exceed our customer's kitchen and bath needs by providing quality products and services.
VISION STATEMENT
Our goal is to be the preferred source of kitchen and bath products and services for
individuals, dealers, builders and developers engaged in the single family and multi-family new construction, repair and remodel, and the commercial construction market.
We will:
- Offer innovative, high quality products and services to the marketplace.
- Focus on exceptional customer service and company citizenship.
- Be profitable to support the growth of the organization.
- Provide a safe, challenging and rewarding work environment for our associates.
- Build open lines of communications and long-term relationships with our customers, associates and vendors.
CORE VALUES
Integrity:
We hold ourselves to the highest standards and we will live up to this commitment in a moral and ethical manner.
Customer Satisfaction:
We listen to our customers, consider their needs and strive to form long-term relationships.
Teamwork:
We work together with our customers, associates and vendors to achieve common goals and superior results. We think outside our current environment to create new products, services and systems to improve the marketplace we impact.
Passion:
We have the drive and internal motivation to better serve our customers and we look for opportunities to improve the relationship with them, our associates and vendors through increased knowledge and training..
Profitability:
We recognize the importance of profitable operations in order to reinvest in our business and provide growth opportunities for our customers, associates and vendors.
JACKSON
GEORGE DAILEY -
literally grew up in the business. In 1970 George started in the warehouse, and worked his way up in design and sales. Annually one of the top salespersons, not only in the state, buy nationally. He
has been awarded top producer of Holiday cabinets in the country also ranking several times in the top 35 salespersons selling one of the Kitchen Shop's brands of cabinets in the nation. George is the current manager of the Jackson Kitchen Shop.
TIM McKNIGHT -
a lifelong resident of Jackson,
Michigan. Since 1990 Tim has been offering his customers attention to detail, great design, and service through our Jackson store. Another nationally recognized Holiday cabinet salesperson. You may have seen one of Tim's kitchens as featured 0n TV's "CRIBS" It was the home of the Motor City Madman - Ted Nugent.
MARK DAILEY -
having over 33 years experience at the Jackson Kitchen Shop has really been a blessing to Mark's clients. He brings great designs, ideas, and integrity to all his projects. Mark has been one of our managers for several years.
BATTLE CREEK
JEFF McNEIL -
is the company's high energy, high volume sales designer. Jeff is mainly focused on new construction. He has the most contractor business at the Kitchen Shop. This multi-tasking designer prides himself in taking care of the customer, his builders, their installers and clients. Jeff also does very high end remodeling jobs along with adding commercial projects to his resume'. Not only is Jeff one of our top performers, he also has been the top designer in the country with several cabinet lines. Jeff and his wife, and children reside in Battle Creek. He also does an amazing job of juggling his schedule to attend most of his kid's activities during and after school. If you are planning any new or remodeling jobs in the future contact Jeff. He has plenty of referrals.
NIKKI WILLIS -
one of our sales designers is a graduate of Western Michigan University with a degree in Interior Design. Her strength is listening, designing, and completing your dream kitchen or bath. Nikki excels on the more detailed and complicated projects. Nikki designs for several Kalamazoo builders. One of our best designers for color and texture advice. A recent mother for the second time, Nikki and her husband reside in Vicksburg.
DAN MURPHY -
again it has been said the best designers come from the installation side. And that's exactly where Dan started as a trim carpenter. Now nearly 20 years later he has become on of the area's best designers. Dan one on one relationalship design and selling have won the praise of many of his clients. Very active in the ministry of his church Dan and his wife Barb live in the house they built in Wattles Park, Battle Creek. An avid hunter Dan owns two of the biggest bucks ever taken in Calhoun County.
GENAR MESERVY -
with over 33 years with the company Genar has done it all. Perhaps the company's best draftsman, Genar can really put your thoughts and desires on paper. Mostly an outside contractor sales designer Genar has the experience to help you with any new or remodeling project you may have in the future. Genar has spent most of his adult life residing in Marshall. Ask Genar about the time Elvis Presley invited him to Graceland.
DAVID B. BAIRD -
is in charge of the installation department in Battle Creek and Kalamazoo. Being a licensed builder has helped David solve problems and keep projects on target. Having a staff person oversee the installation and labor with all the various sub-contractors gives our customers peace of mind. David resides in a new house with his wife Cindy and four daughters. They live in the Battle Creek area.
JAMIE BOONE -
has a degree in interior design from Adrian College. She is one of our support staff that is up to date on computer design. Her job also includes helping clients choose colors, woods, tops, and textures. A naturally gifted and creative designed. She assists Jeff McNeil in all phases of the projects. From drawing, pricing, ordering, and follow up Jamie does it all. Ask her how her cake decorating classes are going.
BARRY NOORA -
has been with the Kitchen Shop Family nearly 30 years. His current responsibilities are to oversee the Battle Creek, Lansing, and Kalamazoo Kitchen Shop stores. Barry still designs a few kitchens to stay connected to the ever changing world of K&B. An original member of the Michiana Chapter of the National Kitchen and Bath Association. He also served on several of the committees. Barry says one of our biggest challenges is to let people know just how competitive in prices our stores are. Once folks find out we have some of the best products, best design, and prices is easy to see why the Kitchen Shops have been around since 1950. Barry and his wife have three grown sons, their hobbies are cars, boating, and traveling.
KALAMAZOO
JERRY DOORLAG -
this multi talented person actually was schooled as an Airplane mechanic. Jerry has carried over that kind of detail to become one of Kalamazoo best kitchen and Bath designers. Since 1984 Jerry has been helping folks with what he calls, "The Heartbeat of the home" their kitchens. Jerry and his wife Lexi have raised three sons. Although Jerry still has his pilot license, his main hobby is sailing his sailboat in South Haven. His main passion is playing the piano.
VICTOR CHOPP -
it has been said, the best designers come from the installation side of the business. That's exactly Victors background, A licensed builder, Victor ran our installation department for nearly 14 years. And it is true, the installation of kitchens has made Victors an excellent designer, He knows what fits and where to put it. Victor and his wife are busy in Lawton following and supporting their two daughters in school and sport activities. Victor loves snow, that's because he loves to snowmobile. Ask for Victor's help with your next remodel project.
TIM GUILFOYLE -
has been in the building business for nearly 10 years. His main job is assisting contractors and homeowners in designing kitchens, baths, laundry rooms, entertainment areas and any other place they can use cabinetry. He helps you stay in budget, while maximizing design and function. Tim, wife, and small son live in a new house they just built in the North east side of Kalamazoo. Tim's hobby is playing hockey.
ABBY SIKORA -
is our newest team member. She is a recent graduate of Adrian College with a degree in interior design. One of her responsibilities will be to help clients choose colors, woods, styles, and textures. She is very talented and will help with builder sales. Abby was voted female athlete of the year in her senior year of college. She is a volleyball player.
MIKE KONIG -
is a 20 year veteran of the kitchen and Bath business. He and his wife reside in the Mattawan area where they are raising two sons. Mike's strengths are design and prides himself on prompt service to all his regular builders and retail customers. Ask Mike about the giant bucks he likes to hunt.
MARSHALL
CHUCK SAYERS -
Has worn many hats in the 27 years he has been with the company, from counter top manufacturing, purchasing, customer service, builder sales, and kitchen designer. Chuck is a lifelong resident of Marshall. With one grown daughter in the military and two still at home Chuck still finds time to hunt. Come in and see how Chuck can SAVE you money on your next project.
DALE WILLIS -
Already retired from Eaton corp. Dale wanted to keep busy, so he has joined our group. Dale loves people and helping them design their kitchens and baths. A former athlete and high school referee, this 7 time
grandpa and father of 3 men still has the energy to help you with your new kitchen project.
LANSING
LIZ LAMACCHIA -
is an Interior graduate of Kendall College of Art and Design of Grand Rapids Michigan, and just recently Liz completed her CKD "Certified Kitchen Designer". She has been working in the design industry for the past 8 years. Liz is very active in the National Kitchen and Bath Association and currently sits as the vice chair of the Greater Lansing Home Builders Association Re modelers Council. With exceptional work ethics and her passion for both kitchen and bath design industry, and her clients, she lives to design kitchen and baths that are both functional and fulfill the dreams of her clients.
APRIL PARKER -
designs kitchens and baths. She is a graduate from MSU with a BA in interior design, which ensures creative thinking and strength in coordinating colors and textures. Her goal is to provide spaces tailored to the individual needs and wishes, while maintaining overall safety and function.
GREG SCHWAB -
a graduate of Ferris State University with a degree in Architectural Arts and Science which has lead him to 25 years of success in the Kitchen and Bath design arena. Greg Specialty is creative remodel, and like all of our designers excels in new construction. Greg is a member of the South Lansing Business Association. And one of Greg's kitchens has been featured in Signature Kitchen and Bath Magazine. Greg and his wife Deb reside in Eaton Rapids. Greg is a member of the First Baptist Church in Charlotte.
HARRY WIERSMA -
started in career in the Furniture business. Well that's exactly where the kitchen and bath business is today, "Furniture for the house". This 20 year veteran listens and helps you design the kitchen or bath of your dreams. Very talented designer, we recently used one of Harry's designs in the Lansing Area Parade of Homes. Harry's other great passion is golfing.
MIKE BAILEY -
is our outside contractor's sales and designer. With a background working with a National retail company selling appliances, Mike has blended his cabinet abilities to make him a valuable resource for someone ready to build. With over 25 years of experience let Mike help you with your next project. Mike and his wife reside in Holt. Mike's biggest hobby is golf and spending time with his family up north at his cottage.
MARK J. VOSS -
Working with the Kitchen Shop since 1987, Mark graduated from Ferris State with an architectural degree and has been a CKD certified kitchen designer since 1992. Mark loves it when the client says this is the only way it can be done, taking it as a personal challenge to go beyond expectations, especially on remodel jobs. His years of experience include designing and selling and overseeing installation for commercial projects, new build homes and remodeling. In his free time, Mark enjoys camping and hunting with his wife, Sue.