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Dwell is proud to be the most awarded staging company in Florida, earning 23 national awards since our inception in 2015. We set and surpass industry standards in staging design, client service, and efficient process, all while having a blast doing it!

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Madalyn Ames


A few things that make me legit:

  •           I have a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing with a minor in Economics & Sociology concentrating in social media content creation and brand development
  •           I have free lanced social media services for 6 years
  •          Amongst numerous content creations I am the most proud of meeting with Google executives and having some of my originally created content not only approved, but then viewed by 400K + users.

If I wasn’t so good at my job, I would be the host of The Bachelor, a famous reality TV show.

Kristina Venieris


A few things that make me legit:

  • I have won multiple salespersons of the month title and salesperson of the year.
  • I have been working in sales for over 10 year

If I weren’t so damn good at my job, I would probably be a private investigator

In another life, I’m pretty sure I was a singer

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is: “It’s beauty in the struggle, ugliness in the success” – J Cole

Emily White


What makes me legit:

  • I graduated from the Art Institute of Tampa in 2013 (agh 8 years ago!) with a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design.
  • I’ve worked in various design roles in the past 8 years, my most recent being a 3D modeler for Virtual Staging and Design. I’m very excited to be in a more hands on and creative design role with Dwell! 
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was working in Set Design in the early Hollywood days, or possibly an Air BnB flipper and owner in a cozy beach town with a Jeep, and could surf extremely well. Nothing tooo specific!
 
Which one do you prefer and why: Dogs or Cats?
I have two orange tabby cats, so I think they would be pretty upset with me if I didn’t choose cats. I especially love their 4am parkour performances, their sense of self, and replacing various items they have knocked off the counters. 

Kaitlyn Pursifull


What makes me legit:
  • I went to Interior Decorating school for a year and earned a certification in Interior Decorating. I’ve been staging for about 4 years!
In another life, I’m pretty sure I was a professional surfer.
When I was 5 I had dreams of being a singer and dancer, but also a vet, lawyer, and gymnast.
If I won the lottery tomorrow, I’d buy a beautiful new home and decorate it with high end furnishings.
Which do you prefer and why: dogs or cats? 1000000000% dogs 🙂

Willie Henry Smiley Jr.


A few things that make me legit:

  •           I have a B.S. from Florida A&M University 
  •           I am a Certified Stager through HSRA (Home Staging and Redesign Association) 
  •           I’ve staged over 100 homes in the Tampa Bay Area
  •           I played baseball at Florida A&M University and now coach kids’ sports!

If I won the lottery tomorrow, I’d start a Sports Complex with Football, Baseball, Basketball, and a Track.  

The advice that I’d give someone that is trying to join our team is:  you have to be determined, hard-working, and self motivated.  These three attributes will give any individual the key to opening the doors to growth and advancement!

If I weren’t so damn good at my job, I would probably be a Real Estate Agent.

Lisa McIntyre


A few things that make me legit:

  •           I am a licensed Realtor in Illinois and Florida
  •           I’m a Certified Staging Consultant
  •          I’m a former business owner of a staging company in Illinois

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be the ability to time travel.

If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve dogs, ice cream, sunshine, and live music.

Brianna Pena


A few things that make me legit:

  •           I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Arts from St. John’s University
  •           I worked at Latina Magazine as a Digital Designer & Editor
  •           I am a passionate perfectionist

In another life I’m pretty sure I was a food critic.

If I could invent a holiday, it would definitely involve Disney.

If I weren’t so damn good at my job, I’d probably be a Hollywood movie star.

Ben “Get’s It” Dunn


A few things that make me legit:

  • I’m a problem solver
  • I’m a hard worker
  • I’m a  Jack of all Trades
  • I’m a Goofball

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is: always work for what you want, no matter what.

The best advice I would give to a candidate who wants to join our team of superstars is:  to work hard every day and don’t be afraid to sweat.

I prefer: dogs because of their loyalty, but I have A LOT of animals.

Angie Williams


A few things that make me legit:

  • My ability to multitask
  • My meticulous attention to detail
  • The ability to stay sane after 32 years of marriage and 4 sons.
  • My ability to make the staging process seamless and successful.

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is to: “Appreciate what you have & make the best of it !”

My favorite word in the English language is: Compromise.  If more people compromised, there’d be no war.

When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be: an astronaut.  I still may be one day, you never know !  😉

Rosie Pena


A few things that make me legit:   

  • I was an intern and assistant Designer at Interior Design Co in NYC while working a full-time job in healthcare.
  • I’m a certified home stager through the Home Staging and Redesign Association

In my past life, I’m pretty sure I was: a male Rockstar!

The advice I would give someone who wants to join our great team is:  Be yourself, be confident, and work hard!

If I weren’t so damn good at my job, I’d: probably be a DJ !

Ginny Kale


A few things that make me legit:

  • I’m an extrovert.  I love working with people and helping figure out how to best meet their needs.
  • I was an educator for 30 years.
  • I learned great customer service working at Apple.

The best advice I would give to a candidate who wants to join our team of superstars is:  To work here, you need to have a passion for life and REALLY want to help people find a complete solution for their needs.

If I weren’t so damn good at my job, I would be: an artist.  I see a “Grandma Moses” existence in my future.

My favorite word in the English language is: PEACE.

Hector Pabon


A few things that make me legit:

  •  I studied Graphic Design in high school
  •  I worked at Aarons Furniture  for 3 years
  •  I also worked at a really big warehouse
  •  I have a great eye for interior design

In another life, I’m pretty sure I was: a lawyer.

If I won the lottery tomorrow, I’d: start a Graphic Design company.  And, you know, keep working here.

What advice would you give a candidate who wants to join our team of superstars?  That this is a great company, and everyone gets along great.

My favorite word in the English language is: “Humble”.

What’s the most inspiring part of your job?  The people

Israel De La Rosa


A few things that make me legit:

  • I’m a former FedEx Team Leader
  • I have great courier skills
  • I have great attention to detail
  • I have my own podcast!

If I won the lottery tomorrow, I’d: start a Gaming Clan company.  And, you know, keep working here.

If I could invent a holiday: it would definitely involve the Monday after the Super Bowl.

If I weren’t so damn good at my job, I’d probably be: a PC technician.

Elishah Shelton


A few things that make me legit:

  • I have a lot of experience driving the truck and taking the lead to make sure the job gets done right.
  • I’m able to work well with customers and move furniture fast and efficiently.
  • I always look at the details, making sure the art and furniture match well.

In another life I’m pretty sure I was a: wolf. (??)

The most important thing I learned before high school was to: always treat others with respect and always work hard because it will get you far in life.

I prefer: dogs over cats because dogs are very loyal and will always be by your side.

Joshua Vazquez


Something that makes me legit:  I’m a really hard worker!

When I was five, I was pretty sure: I’d be a brick layer when I grew up.

If I could invent a holiday: it would definitely involve my Grandma.

My favorite word in the English language is: PERFECT. (“ PUUUUURfect!”)

Jeff Kale


This is owner Jeff Kale. He owned the furniture rental business where Kristy rented her stuff. A Tampa native, he grew up playing football and moonlighting on the middle school math league team. He studied business and finance at UF, then his over-achieving aS$ started building a business. After helping grow Happy’s Home Centers into 14 locations in 5 years by the geriatric age of 29, he was ready for a new challenge. He was also intrigued by the idea of learning to coordinate throw pillows  running a creative endeavor. Alas, his artistic career highlight was a 1st grade finger painting still hanging on his mom’s fridge. Lucky for him, he knew someone who could teach him the nuanced difference between magenta and fuchsia.  

In 2017, Jeff and Kristy joined forces. No, they are not a couple. Kristy is old enough to be Jeff’s mother, or at least a very cool aunt.  But they began a business marriage of sorts, marrying Jeff’s flair for business and love of chaos with Kristy’s design and branding talents and love of color-coded process manuals. Within one year of the Dwell Home Staging re-launch, they had built a team of 12 and grown their revenue to $1 million. In 2018, they opened Dwell Villa, their AirBnB/Vacation Home Design division. In 2020, they expanded into a 26,000 square foot South Tampa location, doubled their team, grew to a 3 truck fleet, and opened Dwell Home Market. Humbled by the constant stream of customers, they are ever grateful for their freaking ROCK STAR team that is bringing Dwell’s signature “designer look with a down-to-earth vibe” to all of Tampa Bay.

Kristy Craig Anderson


This is owner Kristy Craig Anderson. As a child she refused to play with Barbies, but boasted an impressive collection of homemade Barbie furniture. She was a middle school assistant principal for years, but in her free time would force encourage her friends to let her redesign their houses. So she got certified in home staging and design, filled a shelf in her garage with thrift store decor, and started Dwell Home Staging in 2014. Within months she was staging full time, hired 3 more stagers, and got a small warehouse next door to a questionable massage parlor.  She sometimes rented pieces for her projects from a local furniture rental company, where she annoyed the staff with her obsessively beautifully color-coded charts of furniture requests and schedule demands. She was booking jobs faster than her team could fulfill them, and she need to expand. Fast.     

In 2017, Kristy and Jeff joined forces. No, they are not a couple. Kristy is old enough to be Jeff’s mother, or at least a very cool aunt.  But they began a business marriage of sorts, marrying Jeff’s flair for business and love of chaos with Kristy’s design and branding talents and love of color-coded process manuals. Within one year of the Dwell Home Staging re-launch, they had built a team of 12 and grown their revenue to $1 million. In 2018, they opened Dwell Villa, their AirBnB/Vacation Home Design division. In 2020, they expanded into a 26,000 square foot South Tampa location, doubled their team, grew to a 3 truck fleet, and opened Dwell Home Market. Humbled by the constant stream of customers, they are ever grateful for their freaking ROCK STAR team that is bringing Dwell’s signature “designer look with a down-to-earth vibe” to all of Tampa Bay.

Anthony Berrios


A few things make make me legit:

  • I’m a hard worker
  • I’m organized
  • I have strong leadership skills
  • I have 6 months military training

In another life, I’m pretty sure I was a: chef.

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is” “Never give up“ and “Build my own future“.

Cats or Dogs?: Dogs!!

If I won the lottery tomorrow, I’d: start a renovation company.