Management Experience

Walnut Studiolo has been in business since 2009 making handcrafted leather home goods. In 2012, we applied our principal’s background in architecture to our favorite medium, leather, with the introduction of our Leather Drawer Pulls collection. The rest, as they say, is history.

GEOFFREY FRANKLIN

Geoffrey is a graduate of the University of Oregon School of Architecture. Naturally trained with over 8 years practical experience in the practice of Architecture (with an emphasis in Project Design, Construction Documents and 3D Modeling/Rendering), Geoffrey understands the physical forces at weigh in design and combines that professional training with his master craftsman skills in leathercrafting for professional quality design and execution. 

PREVIOUS FIRM EXPERIENCE:
- Ankrom Moisan Associated Architects
- Icon Architecture and Planning
- Suntel Home Design

EDUCATION:  Fine Arts Magnet High School. Bachelor of Architecture, University of Oregon 2002. Former Associate, American Institute of Architects. 

VALERIE FRANKLIN

Valerie is the operations manager. She keeps the trains running on time and on track, makes sure the bills are paid on time, and figures out the best shipping logistics. 

PREVIOUS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 
- Wind Energy Development Project Manager
- Nonprofit Executive Director
- Event Planner

EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology, Indiana University Bloomington 2001.