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MATTHEW RILEY
RANDALL STOFFT
CEO, Thomas Riley Artisans’ Guild Partner, Method & Concept
Partner Stofft Cooney Architects
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Matthew Riley and his brother Ben grew up learning the intricacies of fine woodworking from their father, Thomas, founder of the renowned company focused on the highest level of workmanship and a special company culture. Riley learned ornamental ironwork before joining the company in 2003 after working on a project with his father’s crew. He serves as a board member and past president for the United Arts Council of Collier County.
While growing up in Chicago, Randall Stofft’s father first exposed him to the world of architecture and the designs of the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright. After college graduation, he practiced at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill before establishing his firm with partner John Cooney in South Florida in 1985. He credits his success to honing his artistic ability and passion for the design process for a diverse roster of clients. Stofft has earned a widespread reputation for creating extraordinary structures through his passion for couture architecture.
EDUCATION: University of North Florida HOMETOWN: Naples, Florida FIRST JOB: Broom pusher, furniture refinisher SECRET TO SUCCESS: Work hard in service to others. Be kind. Value your time and others. Always give more than you’re paid for. HOBBIES: Guitar, soccer, gardening, live music FAVORITE TRAVEL DESTINATION: Visiting family in Western North Carolina ADVICE TO 18-YEAR-OLD SELF: Trust your gut and act on it. FAVORITE COLLIER COUNTY RESTAURANT: Organically Twisted BUCKET LIST: A trip to England for Premier League Soccer and visit to The Cotswolds
EDUCATION: University of Arizona (MA) FIRST JOB: Architect’s office while in high school BEST ADVICE: Not to be a starving artist HIDDEN TALENT: I’m a very good chef. FAVORITE MOVIE: The Great Escape FAVORITE TRAVEL DESTINATION: South of France PET: Wrigley, a blue French bulldog ADVICE TO 18-YEAR-OLD SELF: Invest in Apple. FAVORITE COLLIER COUNTY RESTAURANT: Campiello Ristorante CHARITY: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
SHARI SUMMERS
JOHN DEANGELIS
Owner and President Summerfields Interior Design Summerfields Fine Furnishings, Home Accessories & Antiques
Cofounder and Principal DeAngelis Diamond
As the son of a builder in West Virginia, John DeAngelis remembers painting and mowing at properties when he was 10. He teamed up with David Diamond in 1996 to establish DeAngelis Diamond in Naples, which has grown into an award-winning national construction firm. He continues to establish new ventures and is the recipient of numerous accolades for his leadership and innovation. DeAngelis is active in Summit Church and supports at-risk youth in foster care and human trafficking.
In Naples since 1982, Shari Summers started Summerfields Interior Design in 1996. A couple of years later, she opened Summerfields Fine Furnishings to complement her services. Her daughter, Stacey, joined the team after college. Summers’ first professional job was working for local architect Alfred French; and she was inspired by local interior designer Rosemary Robinson. A licensed interior designer, she is certified by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification and is a member of American Society of Interior Designers.
EDUCATION: University of Florida SECRET TO SUCCESS: Having the humility to aspire to be the dumbest person in the room by striving to surround myself with people smarter than me. (This has proven to be not all that difficult). TOUGHEST CHALLENGE: Raising children is the greatest challenge and greatest joy and privilege. HIDDEN TALENT: I can “gleek” on demand. ADVICE TO 18-YEAR-OLD SELF: Listen twice as much as you speak and always prioritize what you value most over what you want now. BUCKET LIST: Create a bucket list
EDUCATION: University of Wisconsin-Madison HOMETOWN: Mequon, Wisconsin FUNNIEST WORKPLACE EXPERIENCE: When our shop first opened, a couple entered our shop, and moments later, the woman asked if there was some place she could hide, as the gentleman’s wife was about to walk through our shop door! FAVORITE BOOK: A Land Remembered by Patrick D. Smith FAVORITE COLLIER COUNTY PLACE TO VISIT: Any beach with shells that you can reach by boat CHARITIES: Children’s Advocacy Center of Collier County, Naples Therapeutic Riding Center, Everglades Foundation
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