About Jeffrey Michaels
Jeffrey Michaels is one of the premiere representatives and distributors for decorative fabrics, trimmings, wallcoverings, drapery hardware, natural window coverings, and outdoor/indoor furniture. We specialize in products designed for the upper end residential and hospitality design community.
We began in 1993 and today have a 9600 square foot showroom and office in the South Florida Design Park (under 2 miles away from our previous location at the DCOTA) and have 5 of our own outside sales representatives to service the design trade throughout Florida.
We are known for our superior customer service and our friendly atmosphere. Most of our employees have been with us for many years and therefore are extremely knowledgeable about our products, and have built great relationships with our designers. If you’re not already one of our valued clients, we welcome you to experience the difference at Jeffrey Michaels.
Meet our team below, see a showroom virtual tour, or contact us.
Michael Feibelman
President
Michael joined the industry in November 1977 by working with Carousel Designs. He grew within the company, eventually becoming its general manager and vice president, then president of the southeast division. After the company was sold and decided to consolidate all its operations to its Maryland location, Michael left to form Jeffrey Michaels with Diana, his wife.
Diane Feibelman
Vice President
Diana started in this industry the day she married Michael. Originally from Philadelphia, Diana graduated from the University of Miami, with a degree in education. Diana has worked as a buyer for Federated Department stores, and then went on to design a children’s wallcovering and fabric line, called Make Believe. Diana loves the water, the arts, modern dance, cows, people and music (not necessarily in that order).
Mary Ann Neal
General Manager
Mary Ann has been with Jeffrey Michaels since September, 1993
Mary Ann began working in the industry at Carousel Designs in 1985. After a 5-year stint as DCOTA showroom manager for Maharam, Mary Ann also worked as a contract furniture road representative before joining Jeffrey Michaels in September 1993.
Carol Gibson-Stern
Showroom Salesperson
Carol has been with Jeffrey Michaels since March, 1994
Carol, who has a degree in interior design, has been working in the design industry since 1993 and with Jeffrey Michaels since 1994. No one knows our product offering better than Carol. She is excellent in merchandising our products and our customers depend on her to help them put their jobs together.
Mercedes Ayala
Showroom Salesperson
Mercedes has been with Jeffrey Michaels since February, 2002
Our very own Renaissance woman, Mercedes was trained in the French cooking technique, and while operating her own restaurant in New York, developed a knack for design. Her restaurant customers from Ethan Allen told her to join them if she ever gave up the food business. She did. Mercedes worked her way up at Ethan Allan to store manager in New York and later did the same when she moved to Florida. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, music, meditating, laughing and spending quality with family and friends.
Jeff Feibelman
Vice President of Sales
Jeff has been with Jeffrey Michaels since June, 2012
Jeff graduated from the University of Florida in 2010 with a Degree in Sports Management and business. After a couple of years and proven success in sales as an Executive Recruiter, Jeff joined us to handle selected outside accounts in South Florida, and our social media department.
His duties have expanded to cover all of our customers in the Hospitality Market in South Florida with Fabricut Contract and the rest of the Jeffrey Michaels brands. In addition, Jeff has taken on the role of sales Manager and oversees the reps on the road. Jeffrey Michaels is poised for continued success with Jeff’s joining the family business
Joseph Milgrom
Sales Representative
Joey has been with Jeffrey Michaels since 2009
Since the creation of JBM Designs 29 years ago in Philadelphia, Joey has been an active force in the interior design business. Relocating to South Florida in 2003, he continued to work on various design projects. Recently joining forces with family at Jeffrey Michaels, Joey now represents our fabrics, wallcoverings, and window coverings on the road covering Miami, Fort Lauderdale and over to Naples, and Fort Myers. Designers enjoy his professionalism and enthusiasm, as well as his knowledge of design, texture, and color.
Danielle Wolf
Sales Representative
Danielle has been with Jeffrey Michaels since January, 2018
Danielle grew up and still lives in West Palm Beach and handles our Palm Beach territory. Keeping with her positive nature, she credits the “schlepping of suitcases” from all our lines in helping keep her fit! Danielle graduated from FSU for Interior Design and has worked for design firms in Collier and Palm Beach counties for over 10 years.
Revky Emmanuel
Customer Service
Revky has been with Jeffrey Michaels since November, 2005
Revky worked in another fabric and furniture showroom before joining the Jeffrey Michaels’ family. When not working, she enjoys shopping, eating out and spending time with her family. Revky recently moved back to her hometown New York with her husband and three children, but she will continue to work for Jeffrey Michael’s remotely as a key member of our customer service team.
Renata Ramalho
Customer Service
Renata has been with Jeffrey Michaels since October, 2011
Originally from Brazil, Renata has a Bachelor of Science in Marketing. She brings over 10 years of excellent customer service experience in the communication industry to Jeffrey Michaels. She speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese, so can assist both our Florida and international customers.
Blake Eckhardt
Customer Service Manager
Blake has been with Jeffrey Michaels since December, 2013
Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Blake grew up in south Florida. Blake’s first love is music, whether it’s playing guitar and jamming with his buddies, going to as many live concerts as possible, or singing his heart out in the car. (Yes, I do get some odd stares!) Blake is planning on a career at Jeffrey Michaels, and is planning on going to school for business management, marketing and computer sciences to achieve his goals. Officially in Customer Service, Blake is also the in house IT guy!
Thomas Raya
Sample Department
Thomas has been with Jeffrey Michaels since November, 2012
Thomas was born in Chicago, but has spent most of his life in South Florida. He has been working in design showrooms since 2010. He began at Jeffrey Michaels part time putting up our displays, and now works full-time in our very busy sample department. As he puts it: “I’ve found a home and I love every minute of it.” When he is not at work, Thomas enjoys biking and working out, but it is music that takes most of his time and is his passion. He writes, records, produces and performs.
Denise Morgan
Customer Service
Denise has been with Jeffrey Michaels since August, 2020
Born and raised in Hollywood, FL Denise began working in the industry in 2001. Denise’s experience working with people in the family restaurant business made for a seamless transition into this industry. Not having to work the weekends any more was also a plus! She has worked in two other showrooms since then, providing excellent customer service. Denise enjoys golf in her free time, a new hobby she recently picked up now that her 2 daughters have gone off to the National Guard and college.
Caitlin Hunter
Sales Representative
Caitlin has been with Jeffrey Michaels since March, 2021
Growing up in a Navy family, Caitlin was born in the Philippines, has lived in Hawaii, North Carolina, Japan, and Maryland/Washington D.C. Family ties to Florida brought her to the sunshine state in 2017. Caitlin holds degrees in Interior Design and Interior Merchandising and has experience working for firms in residential and hospitality design. She is enthusiastic about bringing her passions for our products to all of our customers in the Tampa, Sarasota, St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Panhandle territory. When she is not traveling, she is finding the latest hidden foodie gem, listening to live music, or enjoying the fabulous Florida beaches!
Missy Blackmon
Sales Representative
Missy has been with Jeffrey Michaels since July, 2021
Missy was born and raised in the Central Florida area. In 1992, she moved to Atlanta to attend Emory University, earning a Business Degree in Accounting. She continued living there until 2009 when she moved back to Orlando, Florida to be closer to family. Missy has worked in many capacities of the interior design industry in both Atlanta and Winter Park for over 20 years. When not working, you can find her in barre class, hanging out with her two boys, traveling, or enjoying the latest restaurant. Missy covers the territory from Vero, Orlando, up to Jacksonville.
Stacy Feibelman Burke
Business Development
Stacy has been with Jeffrey Michaels since 2021
Stacy graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Business and Entrepreneurship. After college, Stacy left south Florida and spent the first 15 years of her career in the fashion footwear industry. Stacy honed her skills in merchandising, sales, and business strategy while working for companies such as Gilt, Cole Haan, and Amazon. After years of Difi’s begging, Stacy finally moved back home and joined the family business. Working primarily in the showroom, Stacy will be helping in all areas of the business. It’s the running joke (but not a joke) that Stacy will be handling everything Michael and Jeff don’t want to do. Stacy is excited for the challenge and thrilled to be part of such an amazing team and family.
Jodi-Ann Champagnie
Customer Service
Jodi-Ann has been with Jeffrey Michaels since August, 2021
Jodi-Ann was born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica. She holds a degree in Science, but lost the fire for that passion and decided to give the Interior Design Industry a try. She has several years of customer service experience and loves connecting with the wonderful clients at Jeffrey Michael’s. In her free time, she likes to read novels, listen to reggae music and spend time outdoors.
Sheena Francis
Sample Department
Sheena has been with Jeffrey Michaels since March, 2022
Sheena was born and raised in Jamaica. At the age of 17, she embarked on a new chapter, moving to the bustling city of Miami. Sheena pursued and earned a degree in Criminal Justice. She went through the police academy, but in the end changed courses. She worked at Amazon before joining the Jeffrey Michaels family. In her spare time, Sheena loves reading, gaming and listening to music.
Erin DelGrosso
Contract/Hospitality Sales Representative
Erin has been with Jeffrey Michaels since July, 2023
Erin graduated from the University of North Florida in Jacksonville with a degree in environmental studies. After college, she led community outreaches for a science museum before deciding to pursue sales with Jeffrey Michaels. Erin is a Florida native and loves to travel, with the goal to visit as many countries as she can. Her favorite things to do include reading fiction and vintage shopping.
Kaianna Robinson
Sample Department
Kai has been with Jeffrey Michaels since December, 2023
Kai studied International Business at Florida International University. With a passion for management & helping people she decided to work in the wellness industry to assist others with taking care of their wellbeing. After joining the Jeffrey Michaels family, she decided to slow down & live more intentionally taking on new hobbies such as pastel drawing and trying new pescatarian dishes.