VERSALED LIGHTING STAFF
Rob Karen
President
Hometown: Cherry Hill, NJ- but ALWAYS Philly!
How did you get into lighting? I fell & I couldn't get up
Describe yourself in three words: Loyal, Sarcastic, Introverted
I enjoy spending my time... Playing tennis
If I won the lottery, I would... Buy a big boat. Buy a condo on the water in Florida. Schedule trips to Wimbledon, Australian & French Opens. Sleep late & go into the office at 10:00. Seriously.
Kristin Burns-Rafferty
Business Operations Manager
Hometown: Levittown, PA
How did you get into lighting? I had an interview with Rob and when he creepily met with me in a trench coat in a dark alley pizza place, I knew this was the job for me
Describe yourself in three words: Compassionate, Fun, Loyal.
I enjoy spending my time... With my family, friends, and my cats. You can also spot me in Disneyworld a few times a year.
If I won the lottery, I would... I would start a homeless facility in Philly which would provide the necessary tools to help rehab and reintegrate people back into society and set them up for success.
Janna Thurman
Quotations Manager
Hometown: Riverside, NJ
How did you get into lighting? I was an Inside Sales Assistant/Dispatcher in the construction industry.
Describe yourself in three words: Creative, Diligent, Patient
I enjoy spending my time... Going rock climbing/exercising , doing different types of fiber arts and playing board games
If I won the lottery, I would... Travel the world and open a farm sanctuary
Joe Russo
Territory Sales Manager
Hometown: Philly Dilly
How did you get into lighting? As sales manager at an electrical distributor, while seeking large quantity, commodity issue product to proliferate to customers.
Describe yourself in three words: Eternally Optimistic Guy
I enjoy spending my time... With the Family
If I won the lottery, I would... Buy a Farm
Diane Teeters
MultiFamily Sales Manager
Hometown: Hollywood CA – now Riverside CA
How did you get into lighting? Was National Sales Manager for manufacturer of Wine Cellars and Wine Accessories Co. and the commute was killing me – A previous lighting manufacturer found me, and the rest is history.
Describe yourself in three words: Gracious, Independent, Motivating
I enjoy spending my time...by the water, riding on the back of a Harley, playing games
If I won the lottery, I would... not be answering this question! Travel in a motor home with a Harley on the back and bicycles.
Dean Bromstad
Territory Sales Manager
Hometown: Cokato, MN
How did you get into lighting? Was hired by a very sly rep!!
Describe yourself in three words: Honest, work and play hard, loyal.
I enjoy spending my time... vacationing, golfing, hunting, riding my Harley, and spending time with my kids and grandkids.
If I won the lottery, I would... buy a motorhome and travel the country.
Dana Macellaro
Customer Service Manager
Hometown: Levittown, PA
How did you get into lighting? I was contacted by Rob after applying online. I was then interviewed with Kristin and Kristy over Zoom.
Describe yourself in three words: Imaginative, Honest, Determined
I enjoy spending my time... Writing, Reading, and Running.
If I won the lottery, I would... Move to the highlands of Scotland and write to my hearts content.
Chrissy Schiavello
Customer Service
Hometown: Northeast Philly, PA
How did you get into lighting? Now and then…I have a BRIGHT idea.
Describe yourself in three words:Optimistic, Creative, Compassionate
I enjoy spending my time... with my loved ones, reading, traveling, camping, sports, movies, and concerts.
If I won the lottery, I would... enjoy sharing it with my family, donate to homeless shelters, and travel the world.
Daniel Tiffany
Customer Service
Hometown: Reading, PA
How did you get into lighting? Lighting is essential to everyday life, so that stability was very appealing to me.
Describe yourself in three words:Dependable, focused, light-hearted.
I enjoy spending my time... Playing video games, snowboarding, and travelling.
If I won the lottery, I would... Travel to every continent, visit all 50 states, buy my parents a new house, and save/invest the rest.
Keyiara Bosley
Accounting Manager
Hometown: Columbus, OH
How did you get into lighting? It kind of just happened.
Describe yourself in three words: Sweet, Caring, Hardworking
I enjoy spending my time... with family and friends. Being around my loved ones always make my day. Life is too short.
If I won the lottery, I would... Pay everything off of course! Then I would travel the world. Give some to my family and give back to the community.
Isiah Green
Accounting
Hometown: St. Clairsville, OH
How did you get into lighting? I am afraid of the dark.
Describe yourself in three words:Chill, Sarcastic, and Straightforward.
I enjoy spending my time...Watching movies and giving my friends the work in video games.
If I won the lottery, I would...Take a flight to Las Vegas and put it all on Black at the roulette table. Go big or go home.