Initially, my own passion led me into the field of hospitality management.  I have always truly enjoyed helping others feel comfortable and secure. That desire to see people’s lives become less stressful and more satisfying — rooted in concern and empathy for others — has always been one of my core reasons for being in business, and I doubt that will ever change.

When I eventually left the hospitality industry behind and began working with my father, I realized that the antique world married my own love for art with that passion for helping others feel a sense of comfort, security, and satisfaction.  And there are few times when someone needs to feel those things more than when the sale of antiques becomes an issue.  After all, whether the antiques are for sale due to an older person downsizing or because of a family member passing away, the transition that triggers the sale is never an easy one. 

That is why I am so zealous about being there and giving meaningful support to my clients during their difficult times. But during my decades in the antique business, I began to notice that the process of selling antiques — which should leave the seller feeling happy and appropriately financially rewarded — sometimes became unpleasant and stressful for all involved.