Showroom Manager | Ext. 218

A native of Connecticut, Cheryl brings to DSCT a lifelong passion and career in design, management, and sales. A graduate of Eastern Connecticut State University, she was the sole proprietor of her own design business, has worked with major furniture and retail establishments and has accomplished several accreditation’s in the fast paced, ever changing home furnishings industry. Prior to joining Design Source, Cheryl held the position of General Manager at Saybrook Home for fourteen years. She inspires to be world renowned for customer service, a committed team member, and to be instrumental in providing support to the continued growth and successes of DSCT. Cheryl lives in South Windsor, enjoys gardening, home renovations, cooking, but most of all - spending time with her beautiful family.

Business Manager | Ext. 214

Linda works behind the scenes and is responsible for helping to keep the business running as smoothly as possible on a day to day basis. Her earlier career experience was in institutional real estate investment management as a portfolio manager and marketing consultant with firms in Chicago, San Francisco and Boston. She has been involved in a number of community organizations and fund raising activities throughout greater Hartford during the 32 years she has lived in the area, particularly at the Wadsworth Athenuem, Renbrook School and the Hill Stead Museum. She lives in Farmington with her husband Jim, a Hartford Hospital physician, and has two grown children, Sam and Emma. She is an active tennis player, skier and golfer, and a member of the Board of the Garden Club of Hartford.

Memo Department Manager | Ext. 206

Adrian joined DesignSourceCT in 2006 after spending 12 years at The Fabric Place in Cromwell, CT. She has acquired a wealth of knowledge in all aspects of fabric design, composition, and origin and has valuable resources and industry contacts to assist clients with various issues regarding fabric. She has a background in the educational field and is currently a local preacher at her church.

Administrative Associate | Ext. 220

Alex joined the DesignSourceCT team in early 2021. After attending design school in Philadelphia, she remained in the city for nearly 10 years before returning to Connecticut. With a strong background in hospitality and a passion for design, Alex is thrilled to be immersed in the DesignSourceCT community! Please be sure to contact her with any of your design needs.

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Ayla has a bachelor’s degree in Communications from UConn but has taken many courses in Fine Art, Photography, Digital Media/Design, and some Interior Design classes as well!

Ayla will be working part time in the showroom helping out in various departments and is excited to learn more about the design industry!

In her free time, Ayla enjoys yoga and is busy with wedding planning!

You can find her in the carpet gallery on Mondays and Tuesdays!

Fabric, Trim & Drapery Hardware Manager | Ext. 217

Becky started her career working at Nyren’s Florist and Hubbard Florist as a Sales Associate & Floral Designer for many years. She later became an In-Home Decorator Consultant for JC Penney in their Custom Decorating dept. where she specialized in custom made window treatments, bedding and accessories. Just before joining DSCT, Becky worked for John Boyle Decorating as an in home decorator consultant specializing in custom made window treatments, flooring, and color consulting for residential and commercial use. Becky has an extensive knowledge of window treatments and drapery hardware.

Operations Specialist | Ext. 204

Chelsea joined the DesignSourceCT team in November 2013 after she graduated from Keene State College with a B.S. in Architecture. Prior to joining DesignSourceCT, Chelsea worked at a Rocky Hill floral shop for 8 years where she was able to channel her creativity! Chelsea has developed extensive knowledge within many departments in the showroom during her tenure. Always courteous & helpful, Chelsea can assist designers with inquiries you may have! She currently resides in Manchester with her husband, three-year-old son, and black lab. She is expecting her 2nd child in early August 2024.

Accounts Payable

Cindy joined DesignSourceCT in the spring of 2021. She holds a BS in Accounting from Providence College and in her earlier career worked as a CPA in public accounting, followed by 14 years as the controller for a national retail chain. After taking some time away to raise her three children and volunteer with their many schools and community activities, she later re-entered the workforce as a self-employed bookkeeper.

Cindy assists with the accounts payable function for DSCT and enjoys working with her fellow DSCT team members.

Born and raised in CT, she loves hiking, tennis, traveling and any time spent with family and friends.

Manager, Fabric, Trim | ext. 205

Born and raised in upstate New York, Darlene was first introduced to the design world while working part-time during high school at an upscale furniture showroom in Saratoga, New York. Throughout her working career as co-owner of The Wit’s End Gift Shop in Westfield, MA and as the Executive Assistant to the President of a service organization to her present position at DesignSourceCT, Darlene has always provided a high level customer service along with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. In her spare time, Darlene likes to spend time with her four grown children and her eight grandchildren.

Shipping & Receiving Manager | Ext. 208

Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Springfield, MA, Eddie is the proverbial "glue" that keeps the showroom operations functioning smoothly. Eddie has not one but two green thumbs and enjoys being the resident plant doctor around the showroom. Eddie’s 'can do' spirit is an inspiration to his fellow staff members and our clients alike.

Furniture & Accessories Claims Manager

Sarah joined the DesignSourceCT team in 2015. Her background in design started as an undergraduate at Boston College where she coupled a degree of Human Development with Studio Art. After graduating she continued to take classes at the Boston Architectural College in interior design. She started her career in the industry at the Boston Design Center. There she managed a fabric showroom for The Martin Group. When she moved back to Connecticut she worked for a residential interior designer. Sarah is extensively trained in furniture after attending Hickory Chair University & Vanguard seminars in North Carolina. She enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, and spending time outdoors with her kids.