Introducing Our New Haven Showroom Team
Before booking an appointment, take a moment to meet our friendly team at the New Haven showroom. They are ready to assist you with all your renovation needs.
Stephanie Chirgwin
Showroom Supervisor & Sales
With a journey that began as a showroom receptionist and evolved into a dynamic 20-year career in sales and supervision, Stephanie brings a wealth of experience to her role at Bender. Her passion lies in collaborating with customers, and her design philosophy centers on creating timeless, classic spaces with a touch of personality.
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Leisa Coyle
decorative bath and tile sales consultant/ display manager
With 21 years of industry experience under her belt, including a decade in the tile and stone sector and 11 years dedicated to Bender, Leisa is a seasoned professional who thrives on being part of the entire project lifecycle, from initial planning to final completion. Specializing in comprehensive builds, Leisa is passionate about contributing to a supportive team that collectively builds confidence in their craft and services.
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Sephrina Martinez – Hall
decorative bath and tile sales consultant
Sephrina began her journey with Bender in 2020 as a customer service representative and has since moved into showroom sales. She is truly passionate about helping customers bring their visions to life and transforming their spaces into reality. She utilizes her personal love for music and visual art to bring a unique artistic perspective to her work.
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Dillon Lenihan
decorative bath and tile sales consultant
Dillon is passionate about helping Bender customers turn their bathroom dreams and inspirations into reality. What he loves most about his job is seeing the great satisfaction from his customers once the task is complete.
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Dariluz Bermudez
decorative bath and tile sales consultant
Dariluz, a detail-oriented perfectionist who prioritizes client trust, has been working at Bender for over 5 years. She prides herself on actively listening to her clients’ needs, maintaining clear communication, and promptly resolving any issue that may arise.
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Danielle (Dani) Conway
decorative bath and tile sales consultant
Dani brings 23 years of plumbing experience to her role at Bender where she specializes in bath, tile, and stone design. She finds joy in guiding clients through the decision-making process and taking them from concept to completion, helping them envision the space they’re creating. Dani takes deep pride in being part of her client’s home-building journey.
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J W Tassmer (Taz)
Kitchen Division Director
Taz is a true master of his craft. He began his journey in 1969, starting in the antique and cabinet restoration trade. A few short years later, he began designing kitchens and bathrooms. Since then, he has designed thousands of spaces and claims the key is having a keen eye for detail and listening to clients. He has been with Bender for 16+ years overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen division as well as training and mentoring the newer designers.
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Daryl Zorn
Kitchen Designer
Daryl is an experienced kitchen designer at Bender with a remarkable 44-year career in the industry. Beginning as a cabinet maker straight out of high school, he spent three decades as a self-employed home improvement contractor, mastering carpentry, cabinet making, and residential home building. For the past 8 years, Daryl has brought his wealth of experience and expertise to Bender, where he passionately crafts beautiful and functional kitchen spaces.
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Leslie Oppel
decorative bath tile and kitchens sales consultant
Leslie came to Bender sixteen years ago with a background in cabinetry and has since expanded her expertise to include plumbing fixtures and tile. Her extensive knowledge makes her the ultimate resource for creating stylish and functional spaces, offering a one-stop solution for all your design needs.
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