Matt Swilley, Founder & CEO of Atelier Artizan, has an extensive background in real estate, sales, and development, having worked with esteemed institutional investors such as The Carlyle Group, Ceres Partners, and Loves Travel stops. As the visionary behind Atelier Artizan, Matt Is redefining the future of furniture by rejecting fast fashion in favor of creating timeless, heirloom-quality pieces that tell a story destined to resonate for generations.

As Chief Sales Officer, Ben brings long-standing industry connections in the outdoor space, driving Atelier Artizan's products into an exclusive pipeline of residential and commercial developments. As the founder of Dodson Designs, he has built a reputation for excellence in top-tier construction services, ranging from commercial complexes to residential developments. His extensive collaboration with leading landscape architects and contractors nationwide provides Atelier Artizan with unparalleled access to cutting-edge outdoor design. Ben's meticulous attention to detail and dedication to customer satisfaction perfectly align with Atelier Artizan's mission to redefine outdoor living through thoughtful execution and innovative design.

Executing transformative work at United Talent Agency's (UTA) Brand Studio, where she drove a global rebrand and built brands for the agency's high-profile celebrity clients globally, and as Co-Owner of The Artizan Studios, Alex applies her strategic vision and hands-on creative experience to craft impactful brand experiences. Alex's career spans luxury, design, hospitality, and cities Los Angeles, New York, NY, Prague, CZ and Tennessee focusing on high-profile client work and global-scale project execution. Her expertise lies in creative direction, design, brand management, business development, operations, and strategic vision making her integral to Atelier Artizan. Alex blends meticulous attention to detail, organization, innovation and design to elevate every project and element of the brand, both internally and externally.

Leading operations at our Tennessee facility, and with a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management from the University of Tennessee, Scott Jordan specializes in design and manufacturing with a focus on process flow and lean manufacturing. Leveraging over a decade of experience, Scott excels in new product development, CAD design, and manufacturing process improvement. His expertise extends to implementing detailed quality control measures, 2D and 3D laser cutting, machining, fabrication, and finishing systems.

Sophia brings a refined eye for design and extensive experience to Atelier Artizan. Her career spans art-driven cities such as New York City, Charleston, SC, and Nashville, TN, where she has overseen high-profile design projects. Starting with her first job at 15 years old at GG Interiors in Knoxville, TN, Sophia laid the foundation for her design career. She has since managed prestigious projects, including a Tribeca penthouse by Robert A.M. Stern and collaborations with top designers like Robert Remer of Opiary. Her work with Pierce and Ward highlights her expertise with high-profile clients, project management, attention to detail, and design excellence. As Co-Owner of The Artizan Studios, Sophia has further honed her skills in delivering exceptional creative solutions. At Atelier Artizan, she combines creativity with a tailored approach ensuring each project embodies quality and innovation.

With a distinguished background from Chanel, Andrew DeHaan designs collections, helps innovate designs, and curates textiles. At Atelier Artizan, he leads the transformation of creative concepts into iconic furniture pieces, blending design innovation with technical precision. Andrew oversees the entire design process, from ideation to final product, ensuring each piece embodies both cutting-edge aesthetics and functional elegance.

Previously, Andrew founded Pluralist Incorporated, focusing on custom clothing and textile sourcing, and provided sales solutions for Chanel. He holds degrees in Garment Construction and Patternmaking from Lorenzo de Medici Polimoda and Fashion/ Textile Entrepreneurship from High Point University.

As Director of Business Development for the East Coast, Ed is instrumental in driving growth and expanding Atelier Artizan's market presence. With a successful 7-year background in Manhattan's real estate market, including a significant role as Senior Associate at Avison Young, he brings a strategic approach to building partnerships that meet a high standard of excellence. His leadership is crucial in positioning Atelier Artizan as a leader and driver of innovation and market reach.

With 29 years of expertise in technical metalwork on a global scale, Fabian is our in-house welder and master fabricator at Atelier Artizan. His extensive experience spans various Industries, showcasing his exceptional skills in precision metal fabrication and custom solutions. Fabian's dedication to craftsmanship and attention to detail ensure that each piece he works on meets the highest standards of quality and innovation. His profound knowledge and hands-on expertise play a pivotal role in bringing our bespoke designs to life, reflecting our commitment to excellence and superior craftsmanship.

Ashley is a meticulous Project Coordinator with a strong track record of successfully managing high-end projects. With exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to excellence. Ashley ensures that every project is executed flawlessly from start to finish. By effectively coordinating between teams, managing timelines, and maintaining the highest standards. Ashley guarantees that each project is delivered on time and exceeds client expectations.