Jessi Lane, Operations Manager

Jessi Lane is the Operations Manager with Knilans’ Furniture & Interior Design.

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How long have you worked for Knilans’?

I joined Knilans’ in 2011 and am the Operations Manager. I wear many different hats and enjoy the variety from handling all customer service, managing the warehouse and delivery, keeping the books/company financials, managing the order process and helping with our marketing.

What brought you here?

I had been working in Human Resources since graduating with B.A. in Business from Saint Ambrose University in 1999 when my good friend (owner Tim Schlicksup) reached out and asked if I’d be interested in an opportunity at Knilans’ and the rest is history. Fun fact – I’ve been best friends with Tim’s wife Lindsay since 2nd grade. She’s been my partner in so many great adventures in life.

What do you like most about working here?

I love working for a small, locally owned family business. I appreciate the flexibility that brings as well as the small work environment. There are only 12 of us working here and we feel like a small family. I also love working in the Home Furnishings & Interior Design environment. Although my job isn’t particularly creative, I’m surrounded by creative and talented designers. It’s fun to see the projects they are working on for their clients and I love to see all of our new product come into the showroom floor. I may even pick our designers brains to help with my own home décor.

What is your favorite thing to do in your free time?

My husband and I have 3 boys (age 15, 22 and 23) and two Labrador Retrievers. I love spending time with my family and close friends. Depending on the season, you’ll find my watching my boys competing in whatever sport they are in at the time – I love being their biggest fan. I also love spending time outdoors and enjoy hiking and camping. My goal is to eventually visit all of the National Parks. I also enjoy running and particularly like trail runs.

Anything else you want to share?

I’m so proud to work for such a great business that truly cares about its employees and customers. We pride ourselves in providing excellent customer service and the best quality products.