OUR MISSION

Our mission here at Dahlia is to celebrate and honor the traditions of Orthodox Weddings and Baptisms while approaching our products and designs in a fresh and modern way. The Dahlia Team is dedicated to delivering unique and contemporary approaches to Orthodox Products, ensuring that each item we offer is of the highest quality while radiating elegance. We are committed to providing our customers with products they can cherish and take pride in for years to come.

Terry - Founder, CEO, Designer

Terry (Eleftheria or Ελευθερἰα) was born and raised in Hania, a seaside town on the Greek island of Crete. As a teen, she moved to the United States on her own and started a new life. With many close family members and ties still in Greece, she is very attuned to Greek Orthodox culture and traditions. With her husband she has raised four children, now all young adults.

She started her career as a surgical nurse, practicing for 20 years. Later finding herself drawn to more artistic pursuits, she worked as an interior decorator, silk-flower designer, and faux-finish and mural artist.

Hope - Operations Manager

Hope keeps our shop running smoothly, dealing with the day-to-day details of new orders, incoming supplies, and outgoing shipments. She helps in getting our processes documented and running smoothly, so we can consistently make high-quality products. And she pushes us to stay organized and efficient!

After growing up in Illinois, she studied German Language and International Studies in Ohio. Back in Illinois with us now, she enjoys crocheting and crafting; spending time with family and friends; and traveling and baking. About the job, she says, "I learn something new everyday at Dahlia and am very happy with the job and the people I have met."

Marcia - Designer

Marcia focuses on our wide variety of favors, assuring the highest quality and timely shipments. She has always enjoyed doing crafty projects including painting, decoupage and stainless-steel projects.

Born and raised in Brazil, Marcia moved here just 4 years ago and Dahlia is her first job in the US. In Brazil, she studied interior design and ran a dry-cleaning business. With her fellow Portuguese speakers, she volunteers to raise money and cook for the families of a homeless shelter, the Hesed House.

Maria - Product Artisan

Maria is our newest addition and is quickly learning to make all our core products. She was born in Mexico and came to the US as a teenager. She married her high school sweetheart and enjoys spending quality time with their five kids. Maria and her husband volunteer with Habitat for Humanity. She is the go-to person in the family when there is a need for arts and crafts and enjoys creating things that require attention to detail.

Steve - Finance & Accounting; Operations

Steve, manages the finances of the business, keeping close tabs on all revenue, expenses and capital investments. He also assists on operations, building tools and stations to assist in the production process.

Scott - Chief Technology Officer

Scott brings years of experience in the high tech world of semiconductors, computers and consumer electronics. He is focused on getting our products in front of more potential customers and making the buying experience more pleasant and frictionless.