Meet Our Designers

Debbie is a CKD (Certified Kitchen Designer) with over 15 years of industry related experience, working with both homeowners & remodelers on all types of projects. There is no project to small, or too big, for Debbie. Her organized and calming approach to the entire process helps put her clients at ease…and her repeat & referral business confirms that! Working creatively ‘outside of the box’ with both the contractor and homeowner….expectations are usually exceeded! In 2006, Debbie was promoted as the Kitchen Division manager for Jaeger Lumber. During that time, and with an eye towards providing the most current & relevant products in the industry, Debbie added two new cabinetry lines, multiple countertop manufacturers and expanded the cabinetry hardware selections. By attending the annual Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), she is able to stay in-sync with industry trends. Debbie’s educational background includes a Master’s Certificate in Project Management, a MBA in Finance & Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Lehigh University.

Debbie is currently the President for the Northern New Jersey Chapter of the NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath Association) and is a member of the NKBA’s National Leadership Recruitment Committee. Debbie has also held multiple positions on the board including 5 years as the Chapter Treasurer, 4 years as the VP of Government Relations, Chapter Secretary, and 3 years as Chapter Representative. She was also a member of the NKBA National Finance Committee. She has co-chaired the NKBA annual golf scholarship outing for 5 years. Debbie lives with her husband & son in Madison, NJ.

Debbie has been selected for the 2017 Mansion in May Designer Showcase at ALNWICK Hall ~ THE ABBEY in Morris Township, NJ.

2014 NKBA Design Winner – for co-designing the Farmhouse Kitchen – Congratulations Debbie!

John brings an incredible amount of expertise & knowledge to the world of cabinetry design. Having been a former remodeling contractor himself, he keenly understands the ‘team’ approach to a satisfying both the homeowner & the remodeling contractor. As John likes to say– “I am employed by Jaeger Lumber, but I really work for you!” Well versed in Jaeger Lumber’s multiple cabinetry line offerings, from standard to custom….John has received numerous awards for successful projects, including one from the prestigious Better Homes & Garden magazine. On a more personal note, John is very community-service oriented, including having served as both Mayor and Councilman for Bethlehem Township in Hunterdon County, NJ for 12 years. John also served as a Boy Scout Cub master, founder of his hometown traveling lacrosse team, and, on the 10th anniversary of the tragic 9/11 events, he designed and created a public memorial utilizing artifacts from the Twin Towers in NYC.

Listening intently to his client’s wants & needs, Dominic has been able to utilize his 25 years in the kitchen/bath remodeling industry, by helping guide his clients towards making logical design & layout decisions that last for years to come. Dominic is a native of Pennsylvania, attended the University of Pittsburgh, and understands the need to stay connected & updated by attending industry related, educational events . Referrals are not uncommon; Dominic’s contractor customer base continues to provide him with a steady flow of projects. Hearing the words “Thank you!” at the end of a successful project is very satisfying to Dominic; a confirmation that he assisted the customer by helping turning their ideas into a finished project they can be proud of. Having been employed by Jaeger Lumber for over 8 years, Dominic enjoys time off with hobbies such as fishing, playing music & spending time with his family.

Frank began his career with Jaeger Lumber in 1973, starting first as a buyer, then moved on to millwork sales….and ultimately found himself developing a passion for kitchen & bath cabinetry design sales work. Frank enjoys working with both the contractor & homeowner, paying particular attention to design details in the spirit of getting the job done correctly to his customer’s satisfaction. Frank’s passion for helping his clients is legendary, and repeat business from satisfied customers is commonplace. 60% of Frank’s business is derived from his contractor customers, the remaining 40% is from working directly with the homeowner. On a personal note, and when he isn’t working on a kitchen plan…. Frank lives in Springfield, NJ, is a member of the Lyons Club, and enjoys NASCAR racing and golf.

As a certified kitchen designer (CKD), John leverages his 15 years of design experience as well as his diverse background in architecture, construction & cabinetry installation. Attention to detail and a love for cooking is an added bonus as John guides his clients through the design & layout process. John calmly and confidently turns his clients’ concerns into home designs that are both functional and beautiful. John’s work has been published in the popular publication, Design NJ , and his projects have been featured in Westfield, NJ Home Tours , as well as Plainfield, NJ Historic Home Tours. On a personal note, John is an active member of his community serving on various church committees, little League & basketball coaching, as well as Assistant Cub Scout master. John has been a dedicated and valued employee of the Jaeger Lumber design team since 2006.

Tom was once a Jaeger Lumber customer. Having been a successful remodeling contractor who purchased all of his cabinetry from Jaeger Lumber, he was approached by Jaeger Lumber CEO Lowell Jaeger 25 years ago to join the company with the hopes of starting a kitchen division. Ready to ‘hang up the tool-belt’, Tom hit the ground running as Jaeger’s Kitchen Division manager—assisting Jaeger Lumber by determining which cabinetry lines would be best to sell, expanding the kitchen division within each Jaeger Lumber location, hiring & training new kitchen designers… all the while creating a loyal contractor/homeowner repeat customer base of his own! Throughout his career at Jaeger Lumber, Tom has enjoyed a loyal following of both contractors & homeowners who consult with him for their latest projects. It is not unlikely for Tom to sell the same customer 2, sometimes 3 kitchens, as their families grow & move. Tom has kept abreast of industry trends, cabinetry design software programs, and cabinetry suppliers thru his involvement as a member of the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association). As lead designer for Winchester Gardens, a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Maplewood, NJ, Tom’s designs were photographed & featured in the April 2012 issue of Environments for Aging.

Jordyn began her career as a designer by chance. She started working as an administrative assistant for a local contractor where her skill at computers was quickly recognized and put to use in 2020 Design. Though mostly self-taught, Jordyn discovered she had a knack for designing and wanted to pursue it further. She is currently under the tutelage of Union designer John Gasper, CKD and Stirling designer Debbie Kerr, CKD, and plans to obtain her design certification (CKD) very soon.

With prior experience in retail and childcare, Jordyn has an endless supply of patience and guidance for customers who have trouble making decisions. Not only does she make sure all of their wants and needs are addressed, she goes out of her way to find answers to questions that will ease any concerns they may have about their project.

In her spare time, Jordyn enjoys pursuing her various hobbies – cooking, reading, listening to music, playing video games, going to comic conventions, and anything technology related. She also loves giving back to the community. She volunteers with several organizations and in the past has volunteered at Ronald McDonald House, Lunch Break, a program that provides food, clothes, and fellowship to people in need, and Imani Park, a transitional housing facility for homeless individuals and families who are living with HIV/AIDS.