Meet Our Decorators

Susan Sintichakis

Franchise Owner
Ontario

Background:

Susan enjoyed the challenge of being a legal assistant for more than 15 years prior to starting her Decorating Den Interiors franchise. "I knew it was time to fulfill my creative side when I started to color coordinate the file folders!"

Personal Life:

Susan and husband Michael have three children, which are now all young adults. Her youngest was born during Susan's first year in business! Michael encouraged Susan to purchase her franchise and has been her main cheerleader throughout her career.

Reason for starting an Interior Decorating business:

"Primarily I enjoy the art of decorating, however, the ability to run my own business was very attractive - to have more control of my hours; meeting new people all the time; using my creative side; completion of projects and the gratification and challenge it offers."

What Susan likes best about running her Decorating Den Interiors franchise:

"I would have to say that with all the rewards this business has brought me, what I like best is the flexibility it provides so that I may spend time with my children and have the ability to attend school trips etc... now that our children are young adults and very much independant, I can still say I enjoy the flexibility as it allows me time for me."

Most memorable moment:

"Oooo, this is not a fair question -- there are so many!" I guest the most memorable would have to be receiving the Canadian Decorator of the Year Award for my Dream Room contest entry. This recognition was not only a tremendous boost to my business, it was also a tremendous boost to my confidence as well!"

Business Goals:

"To double my annual sales."

Advice to those considering entering a career in interior decorating:

"If you love design, working with people and making dreams rooms come true... then this is for you!"