Our ShelfGenie of Central & Coastal Virginia Team

With an entrepreneurial spirit to better the lives of others, Tommy purchased the local ShelfGenie franchise in late 2019. It remains his passion to continue to build upon that noble purpose while providing a lasting, gratifying solution matching his clients’ needs. Born and raised in the Richmond area, Tommy excelled as a baseball pitcher which led him to play collegiately for Virginia Commonwealth University while obtaining a degree in Sports Management with a Minor in General Business. Prior to ShelfGenie, Tommy acquired a diverse work experience including marketing, sales, business development, and information technology. Tommy resides in Richmond with his wife Laura and their three daughters. Outside of ShelfGenie, Tommy likes to travel, participate in family game night, and catch the occasional VCU Rams or Washington Nationals game.

My passion for helping others has drawn me to become a Designer with ShelfGenie. As a former teacher, and as a parent, I value the importance of organization and quick access to the things in our home. Being organized allows me more time for the things I enjoy in life. I enjoy being able to spend more time with my family and traveling. Because I see the difference ShelfGenie can make in my life, I want to provide the same opportunity for my clients. As a certified designer, I would love to help you find more space, accessibility, and organization in your home so that you can spend more time doing what you love.

My varied talents and experiences have given me the insight and ability to provide clients with unique functional designs and premium service. A bachelor’s degree from Virginia Commonwealth University’s Department of Interior Design created a solid foundation of skills for realizing spaces that support clients’ individual needs. Twelve years as a REALTOR has given me the experience to realize clients’ dreams, as well as the ability to effectively communicate solutions. A passion for cooking and a love for my own kitchen afford me an intricate understanding of how to make effective spaces work for each individual. I am continually inspired and energized by ShelfGenie products and solutions. 2016 Noble Purpose Designer of the Year, Lead Designer 2014/2015, Designer Field Coach 2016, Richmond Va Sales Blazer 2014/2015, Highest Net Promoter Score 2015. Currently designing in all territories.

Joining ShelfGenie as a Designer was a later in life career change for Denny. Having a background in sales, training and sales management, he’s always relished a challenge and working hard to achieve the best outcome for all concerned. During his adult life, he’s had the opportunity and privilege to travel our great country and has worked in most of the states at some point. He’s lived in six of them. Each day brings an opportunity to meet new clients, hear their story and concerns, and work with them towards a winning solution. While away from work, Denny enjoys listening to music, both live and recorded. He’s done a weekly e-mail blast entitled the “This Week’s Friday Songs” for better than eight years now. It’s read and enjoyed by people from all walks of life from one end of the country to the other. He and his wife Kathy, also love checking out the great local restaurants and social activities here in Central Virginia. Of course, dearest to his heart is spending time with and spoiling his two grandchildren and grand dog. Attempting new recipes is yet another passion for him in their own kitchen. He professes he’s the better cook in the family, but his wife and especially his daughter, Lana (she’s a Certified Executive Pastry Chef) can bake rings around him! However, he said, “that’s okay, I get to eat all those great desserts!”

My gift for organization and 15+ years in space management affords me the ability to create personalized one-of-a-kind solutions. I’ve traveled the country creating and optimizing with major retailers to enhance ease of shopping, increase sales and produce a visually pleasing shopping experience. Since then, I’ve enjoyed raising my 2 boys and a career in teaching. As a family we love baking, camping, playing games and decorating for the holidays. Our annual Halloween and Christmas displays have been shared around the world and draw thousands of visitors each year. My dedication to teaching goes beyond the classroom. It would be my pleasure to help you understand the benefits of a well-planned, easily accessible space and how it can impact so many facets of your life. Both my boys and my students keep me energized and always looking for better ways to stay organized and save time. ShelfGenie is exactly what this busy mom was looking for! I look forward to working with you to find the right Glide-Out solution to fit your family’s needs.

Gena ‘s vast experience (over 30 years) in residential design of custom storage spaces is key to her success and she enjoys working with new clients and spaces each day. “My favorite part of the process is hearing the feedback from clients as to how their new organized space has changed their daily life for the better.” After working in the North Florida region as a Certified Designer for ShelfGenie, she has relocated to her home state of Virginia to be closer to her growing family and is excited for every project, big or small. “Continuing my journey with ShelfGenie here in Central Virginia is so exciting as Richmond was the birthplace of ShelfGenie more than 20 years ago. The product quality and the professional installation is unmatched in the industry, making my job of transforming clients’ spaces a superior one.” Gena lives in Moseley with her husband Robert. She enjoys cooking for her family, spending time with her granddaughter and traveling with her husband to warm climates where they like to fish, swim, dance to live music and enjoy the sun.

John is a highly skilled and multi talented craftsman. Prior to ShelfGenie he has 25 years in the home improvement business with a special emphasis in kitchen design/ home theatre and sound systems. John holds a contractor’s license and is a certified kitchen designer. Highest Net Promoter Score 2015 Based in Richmond Multi-territory since 2011.

As a self-taught and professionally trained carpenter, Mackenzie brings his passion for woodworking and knowledge of installation and finish carpentry to ShelfGenie. Mackenzie has worked in both commercial and residential carpentry, however, he enjoys the creativity, high-quality productions, and personal encounters while working with homeowners. In his spare time, Mackenzie is an avid learner of topics such as fishing, homesteading, and woodworking. Mackenzie is a father to an active toddler who also shares his eagerness for being outdoors and using (toy) hand tools to “fix” anything with a nail.