About the Owner

Cletis grew up in the Northern Suburbs of Chicago, where his passion for mathematics, wrestling, and football thrived. He was raised among seven siblings - four brothers and three sisters. After graduating from high school, he attended the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, where he pursued a major in Mathematics and a minor in Physics while also making a name for himself as a skilled wrestler on a national level.

Following his college journey, Cletis gained practical experience by spending two years on an engineering team at a company that manufactured hair clippers and hair dryers. Subsequently, he embarked on a 30-year adventure, holding various Engineering roles with Springs Window Fashions, one of the largest window blind and shade companies in the US.

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Owner, Shade-Wise

Despite residing in Wisconsin for many years, Cletis remains a dedicated Chicago Bears fan and takes immense pleasure in football, golf, and soccer events. He's happily married and a proud father of three daughters.

In his professional pursuits, Cletis approaches his work with a positive attitude, a friendly demeanor, and an easily approachable nature. He's dedicated to providing customers with a valuable and educational experience by attentively listening to their unique needs and desires. With this understanding, he offers well-informed consultations, expert quotes, skilled installation, informative demonstrations, and transparent warranty information, all contributing to the delivery of high-quality service.