Meet Our Decorators
Rebecca Shearn
Franchise Owner
Ohio
Background:
Rebecca studied Fashion Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. Armed with her degree, Rebecca worked as a fashion designer until putting that on hold to start her family. Upon re-entering the work force, Rebecca decided that 'interior design' was her passion and thus joined the staff at Wellesley College in Massachusetts as an interior designer.
Personal life:
Rebecca and husband Dan have been married 31 years and are the proud parents of two grown children. Rebecca is active in church activities, the local women's club, the Chamber of Commerce and Cincinnati Children's Hospital charities.
Reason for starting a decorating business:
"I had gotten to a point in my life where I knew I didn't want to work for someone else. I also knew that I lacked the experience to start a business and the knowledge of how to market my talents. I recalled that a high school classmate had started a decorating business with the assistance of a franchise. I then came across Decorating Den Interiors at a Boston Home Show were I learned that my friend had been happily building her Decorating Den Interiors business for over three years and loved it!"
What Rebecca likes best about running her Decorating Den Interiors franchise:
"I get to use my creativity in so many ways. My clients are wonderful and each is so different from the other, their needs as well as their tastes vary greatly. I NEVER get bored!"
Most memorable moment:
"Being named "Decorator of the Year" was the highlight of my business career followed closely by our Region being named "Region of the Year." The recognition at our annual Market Conference in front of family and friends was both an honor and a thrill."
Business Goals:
"While I have very specific objectives in my business, my overall goal is to remain happy in what I do."
Advice to those considering entering a career in interior decorating:
"Interior decorating is fun and rewarding. It also requires dedication and work. The beautiful thing about Decorating Den Interiors is that they have already refined the business model for you."
