Dean’s journey in the stone industry began in high school, installing tile for his father’s custom home building business. His passion for craftsmanship continued through college and into his career as a CPA at leading regional and international public accounting firms. While serving as a director at a major consulting and accounting firm, Dean made a pivotal decision: to combine his corporate expertise with his love for stonework and launch a professional stone restoration company.

Bringing the professionalism of the corporate world into the service industry, Dean built his company around a commitment to quality, technical excellence, and results-driven service. Over the past 15+ years, he has specialized in the restoration of stone, tile, grout, and concrete, using a highly analytical and problem-solving approach that sets his company apart.

Dean holds the following certifications, which reflect both his technical mastery and commitment to ongoing education:

• Certified Tile and Stone Inspector

• Certified MORE® UV Coating Applicator

• Certified LATICRETE® Applicator (15-Year Stain-Free Warranty)

• Certified Aqua Mix (Custom Building Products) Applicator

• Certified Dry-Treat® Applicator (Stain-Free Warranty)

• Certified MB Stone Contractor

• Certified Flex-Mar® Applicator

• Certified FGS PermaShine™ Concrete Professional

• Certified WerkMaster™ Concrete Polishing Expert

In addition to his restoration credentials, Dean remains an active member of the AICPA, SHRM, BOMA, and the Interior Design Association. He also travels across the U.S. and Canada to train other stone restoration professionals—sharing his insights on both technical excellence and business strategy.