written by: Nick Rosener

The backbone of Minnesota DIY is a panel of local experts who write for the blog. If your “do-it-yourself” project turns into a “might-need-to-get-some-professional-help” project, contact one of our experts. They are here to help.

It is my pleasure to introduce the expert authors of Minnesota DIY:

Kristin Campbell of Organized Homes & Staging by Kristin

Kristin Campbell is a Certified Home Stager/Redesigner and Professional Organizer. She is also the proud owner of Organized Homes & Staging by Kristin. For as long as she can remember, Kristin has had a strong interest in organizing and home decorating and is thrilled to be putting her passion and skills into business form. Kristin’s certification is through Home Staging Resource (HSR). HSR is not only one of the most comprehensive home staging and redesign certification courses in the country, but also the first and only truly accredited staging training course. Kristin is ecstatic to be working in the growing field of home staging and redesign and is excited to be sharing her vision and attention to detail for the purpose of helping others!

Alan Grzeskowiak of Precision Electrical Contractors:

Precision Electrical Contractors was founded on the belief that there is a “right” way to do every job, and that the work isn’t completed until it is done with excellence.  Alan Grzeskowiak is the owner and he brings more than 22 years of electrical experience to the table.  He has the desire and ability to produce quality work using quality materials at every step of the process, diligently working to keep your costs down at the same time.  He is a native Minnesotan and a family man who loves to hunt and fish and who regularly volunteers at his church.  He is Integrity in Action.

Jo Ann Bahr of Our Glass Company:

Jo Ann is the owner of Our Glass Company , she has over 6 years of experience in the business. Her   passion is to help people do home projects, so she incorporated it into her work by remodeling kitchens and bathrooms with design glass. She equates replacing the windows, doors, and sidelights on a home to “giving your home a facelift.” Her  favorite part of her job is seeing the smile on the customer’s faces when they see the finished product: to her that says it all. Our Glass Company specializes in custom glass and mirror, framed and frameless showers, and window repair. Contact Jo Ann for your next custom glass or repair job!

Renee Miller of Keller Williams Realty:

Renee Miller is a successful REALTOR in the Northwest suburbs, she has an aggressive marketing strategy for your listings.    She contacts 100 people per week for her buyers and sellers netting her an average of 45 days to sell her listings.  She is an active leader in several networking organizations, she is on the membership committee with BNI and the past president for the Conference of Women in Real Estate.  Her networking allows her to assist her clients in making a successful move to the next phase of their lives.