Dave German
Owner
Dave German has over 15 years of retail, marketing and sales experience. Originally from San Jose, California, Dave attended San Jose State University and graduated with a BS degree in Business Management. Prior to Elite Shutters & Blinds, Dave was a marketing manager for Ebuyer.com, Symantec Corporation and Openwave Systems. Dave and wife Michelle left the Silicon Valley in 2003 and ventured out to Chandler Arizona to start their family. Soon after their big move, their son Andrew was born in June 2003. With the housing growth in Arizona, Dave saw an immediate need to provide a service he found lacking when building his own new home. He fulfilled his dream and started his own window covering business. Dave, Michelle, Andrew and the newest addition, Amanda now live in Gilbert.
Danielle Collazo
Regional Sales Manager
Danielle, a New Jersey native, moved to sunny Arizona in August '06. While having her house built in Maricopa, she decided to have Elite Shutters & Blinds install her window coverings. Danielle had such a pleasant experience and loved her new window coverings she decided she wanted to be part of the Elite team. Danielle is a mom of three children and in her spare time enjoys being with her family.
Amy Hickman
Sales Manager - Goodyear
Amy, a Minnesota native, relocated to Arizona in 2006 after visiting years on winter vacations. Amy possesses strong mid-western values of hard work and world class customer service. She and her husband operated a successful real estate, mortgage and residential renovation company which gives her the ability to help clients make the most informed decision in their purchase.
Being a natural in detail orientation and having sound home renovation success , Amy has an experienced trained eye and listening ear for assisting you in finding your desired goal. With passion and a commitment to customer satisfaction, Amy is poised to be the consultant that will make the difference in your investment of shutters and blinds for years of enjoyment in your home.
Steve Moore
Sales Manager
Steve is a Phoenix native and has 21 years of project management experience in the environmental industry. Steve is no stranger to the housing industry, his wife Lynda has been selling new homes for Shea Homes since 1997. In 2011 & 2012, Steve earned the prestigious credential of "Certified Professional Dealer" by Hunter Douglas. Customers can count on Steve's knowledge and experience to assist them with their home improvement projects.
Steve and Lynda live in Chandler and when they're not working, they're enjoying time with their 2 children and 4 grandsons.
Susie Showalter
Sales Manager - New Mexico
Originally from New Mexico, Susie and her husband Gary moved to Arizona in 2005 to enjoy the beautiful weather. Susie has over 13 years experience in sales and retail and has owned and operated her own business. She has been a realtor and grew up with her mom who was a very successful realtor in New Mexico. Susie knows the importance of listening to her customers and is known for her great customer service. Susie enjoys meeting new people and is enthusiastic about her customers comfort and happiness with their new window coverings.
Susie and Gary have one son, Jeremy, who lives in New Mexico. After 7 years in Arizona, Susie and Gary decided it was time to go back home to be close to their family and friends. Susie is helping Elite Shutters & Blinds to expand their products and customer service to New Mexico, specifically in the Rio Rancho, Albuquerque and Santa Fe areas. It's time for New Mexico to see the Elite difference!
Jill Bartee
Sales Manager - Goodyear
Jill is a native of Northern California and has lived in Goodyear, AZ for 4 1/2 years. Her son, Nathan, was born in Goodyear 3 weeks after her move and has kept her very busy! Being a mom and spending as much time as possible with him brings her great joy! Jill enjoys taking trips back to CA (specifically Carmel) to visit her close friends and their families.
Back in Northern California, Jill grew up around model homes her whole life, with her mom selling real estate for over 18 years. Jill has a true passion for design and enjoys helping people make their house a home. Helping homeowners create a look they cannot visualize themselves is very rewarding. Last summer Jill started furnishing homes from start to finish and turned her passion for bargain shopping into "work."
Kathy Jones
Sales Manager - Florence
Kathy is originally from Northern California and after spending many vacations here in Arizona, she fell in love with the Grand Canyon State and decided to relocate. San Tan Valley became her home and guess who installed her window coverings? You guessed it...Elite Shutters & Blinds! As a satisfied customer, Kathy knew she had to become part of this growing, successful team.
Prior to Elite Shutters & Blinds, Kathy spent 22 years in the medical field as a surgical assistant. Her love for helping people has carried over to her new role. Kathy is here to help her customers make the best decisions for their home. In her spare time, Kathy enjoys spending time with family, friends and her Yorkie, Harley!
Roger Allard
Installation Manager
Roger is originally from New Hampshire and has over 6 years experience in the window coverings industry. Roger started his journey with JC Penny in custom decorating and eventually decided to relocate to Arizona to become the lead installer at a local window coverings manufacturer. Roger saw an opportunity to become part of a small and growing company and joined the Elite team in July 2009.
Roger and his wife Emile have been married for 4 years and have three beautiful children, Makenzie & Joseph with their newest addition scheduled to arrive in September. When Roger isn't spending time with his family or working, he loves to play baseball, softball and workout.
Rob Park
Installation Manager
Rob is the "Jim Carrey" of the Elite team. His funny personality is loved by everyone he meets. Rob is originally from Southern California and has lived in Arizona for 10 years. Rob is a perfectionist and has an eye for detail, he has been installing window coverings for over 7 years. Prior to Elite Shutters & Blinds, Rob used to install for a local shutter manufacturer.
In Rob's little spare time, he loves to spend time with his fiancee and their 2 four legged "kids," Halo & Nash. Rob also enjoys anything outdoors, riding quads, hiking and snowboarding.
Michelle German
Marketing Manager
Michelle German is originally from Redwood City, CA and has over 20 years of retail, marketing and public relations experience. Michelle attended San Jose State University and graduated with a BS degree in Business Marketing. Prior to Elite Shutters & Blinds, Michelle was a Marketing Manager for 8foot4 and Symantec Corporation, managing marketing campaigns worldwide. Michelle has a passion for fitness and is a personal trainer in her spare time. She is blessed with two children, Andrew 8 and Amanda 6. When Michelle is not training or working with Elite, you can find her on the softball field or volleyball court.
