Why Budget Blinds of South Bend, Mishawaka & Elkhart

Chuck is a graduate of Central Michigan University with a BA in Applied Arts. After gaining his degree, he gained experience by working with various window treatment, drapery supply, and fabric companies. Chuck always dreamt of owning his own business and this led to his decision to take the plunge into entrepreneurship in 2019 by opening a franchise, Budget Blinds of St. Joseph. This venture brought him to the golden beaches of Southwest Michigan, a community he takes great pleasure in serving as a business owner and living close by.

In 2021, Chuck expanded his business by seizing an opportunity to purchase an existing franchise, Budget Blinds of Mishawaka, located in Granger, Indiana.

Outside of his business endeavors, Chuck has a passion for foraging mushrooms and has developed impressive expertise in this field. When he's not out hunting for mushrooms, he finds solace in the company of his two Himalayan cats, Scooter and Gizmo, as he cooks and relaxes at home.

Dorian is one of our window treatment experts with more than 20 years of experience. Dorian has experience in both sales and installation, so he is knowledgeable about what will and won't work for your windows. He will assist you with your window-covering needs and help you identify the best options for your home. Dorian is very knowledgeable in all areas of window treatments, including drapery and shutters, and is Lutron certified.

Dorian enjoys spending time with his family and traveling when he's not working.

We’re excited to introduce our newest consultant, Fredo Figueroa. Fredo brings over 12 years of hands-on experience from our installation department, where he earned numerous accolades for his exceptional attention to detail. His deep understanding of how each window treatment performs makes him an invaluable resource for our clients, ensuring the perfect fit for every home. We’re thrilled to have Fredo step into this new role as a consultant. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and raising chickens—with his loyal dog Bear always by his side.