Window Fashion VISION Announces 2025 Class of 40 Under 40 Honorees

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Charlotte, NC – October 8, 2025 – Window Fashion VISION magazine is proud to announce the Class of 2025 40 Under 40 recipients, recognizing the most dynamic young leaders shaping the future of the window covering industry.

Now in its sixth year, this prestigious program honors professionals from across the window covering spectrum, including interior designers, workrooms, retailers, manufacturers, installers, marketers, and service providers. Each honoree has been selected for their vision, leadership, and meaningful contributions to their companies, communities, and the broader industry.

This year’s class reflects a new generation of leaders driving innovation in design, technology, sustainability, and business growth. From launching transformative companies to championing advanced solutions, these professionals are redefining what’s possible in window coverings. These 40 professionals embody the passion and innovation that keep the window coverings industry moving forward. Their leadership and fresh ideas inspire their peers and set the stage for what’s next in design, fabrication, and installation, making their recognition both timely and well-deserved.

As part of the recognition, each honoree will be spotlighted in the Window Fashion VISION November/December issue, plus the 40 Under 40 Celebration Yearbook, a commemorative publication highlighting their achievements, personal stories, and industry impact.

Raise a toast to the Class of 2025, 40 individuals whose creativity, resilience, and leadership will inspire the industry for years to come.

Class of 2025 Honorees

Alex Berglund, 24
Drapery Workroom Manager
The Workroom Collective

Alix McQuade, 37
Owner
Budget Blinds of The Oregon Coast

Amit Parpani, 35
Product Marketing Leader – Interior Solutions
Somfy Systems Inc.

Anna McManus, 33
Manager
Markisol USA

Ben MacKenzie, 32
Partner
Budget Blinds (NE, IA, TN) and National Commercial Shading Solutions

Bruno De Micheli, 29
Founder and Co-owner
Boost Blinds

Catherine Quinto, 34
Showroom Coordinator
Window Works

Devin Sikorski, 39
Product Manager
Rollease Acmeda

Edward Wollstein, 39
Owner
Home Refresh Studio/Boca Bargoons Fabrics

Emma Williamson, 25
Business Owner
Emma Williamson Designs

Francesca Banks, 34
Window Covering Specialist
High Country Drapery Designs

Hannah Brendel, 24
Lead Drapery and Window Treatment Maker
Tully Drapery Shop (Temple, Texas)

Hannah Hendricks, 35
Director of Design, Kravet Couture & Licensing
Kravet

Hannah Spangler, 31
Owner and Lead Interior Designer
The Valiant Co.

Jamie Friedlander, 35
Chief Operations Officer
Insolroll

Jenna Gaidusek, 37
Founder and CEO
AI for Interior Designers

Jesse Denhart, 28
Residential Territory Manager
Draper, Inc.

Jessica McGuire, 39
Owner and Designer
Flair Interiors

Jeancarlo Pena, 38
Vice President
Specialized Shading Systems

John Hoyt, 37
Director of Sales – Fabrics
Twitchell Technical Products

John Ritt, 34
Senior Business Development Manager
BlocPro

Jordan Sceski, 36
Window Treatment Specialist
Vitalia Inc. Window Treatments

Karen Ginn, 34
Project Manager and Co-owner
Avanti Designs LLC

Laisha Trejo Valles, 25
Social Media Manager
Helser Brothers

Lauren Heintzelman, 32
Interior Designer
Beyond Shade

Megan Bradley, 32
Marketing Manager
Budget Blinds

Natalie Lockwood, 30
Marketing Manager
Innovative Openings

Nathan Bowman, 38
Product Manager – Motors and Controls
Draper, Inc.

Pamela Vargas-Train, 38
Sales Manager
Coulisse

Patrick Grace, 38
Owner and President
ShutterShop

Ricardo Ceballos Vargas, 26
Associate Product Manager
Mermet USA

Ryan Engdahl, 35
Owner and Design Consultant
Apollo Draperies

Sarah Zook, 37
Director of Operations
Drapery Street

Sergio Moyano, 36
Territory Account Manager
Supplyed.com

Steph Harvey, 38
Senior Director of Product Management
Hunter Douglas

Tyler Elliott, 34
General Manager
Universal Window Coverings

Tyler Reece, 37
Residential Territory Manager
Draper, Inc.

Zachary Medeiros, 28
Vice President
Sun Glow Window Covering Products of Canada Ltd.

Zachary Montoya, 32
Founder and President
SoCal Window Coverings

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About Window Fashion VISION

Window Fashion VISION is the leading trade publication for the window coverings industry, connecting professionals across design, fabrication, manufacturing, retail, and installation. With in-depth editorial, industry insights, and event coverage, VISION provides the tools and inspiration needed to help businesses thrive in a competitive and evolving market.

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Editorial Department

Window Fashion VISION
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