Michael Baetge, Founder & Owner

"I want to contribute to making our world healthier without compromising style. I believe that making a paradigm shift from the model of competing with the earth and each other to a model of cooperation, is a healthier lifestyle. I want to offer quality and beautifully styled furniture and bedding at the lowest prices possible, while maintaining our commitment to the environment by using natural, eco-friendly and recycled materials. This kind of true value will last for generations to come.

When creating SC41 Furniture, I was reminded of the slogan, ‘think globally and act locally.’ We may be the first local business to be entirely green, from the inside out. Our building was renovated using low or no VOCs (volatile organic compounds) materials. Every time we make a decision to use eco-friendly products, not only is the planet benefiting, but we are making a healthy choice for ourselves."

Michael can be reached at info@sc41.com, phone: 831.464.2228

Lori Hannum, Interior Design

Lori joined SC41 at its inception, bringing a strong background in environmental design and social causes to the business. She has worked locally on both residential and commercial projects which have earned certification through the Santa Cruz Green Building Program and has also worked on LEED Certified projects. She holds a degree in Interior Design with an emphasis on Sustainable and Aging-in-Place design. She has a passion for furniture design and does extensive research on each manufacturer selected for the SC41 showroom. Away from the store, Lori enjoys spending time with like-minded friends, family and her wonderful pets, Cass and Mimi.

Lori can be reached at lori@sc41.com, phone: 831.464.2228

Joel Barnes, Interior Design

Always creative and outgoing, Joel began studying interior design academically after many years of professional life in the high tech world. Having lived and studied in New York, Paris and the Bay Area, Joel owns his own interior design business and works with SC41 part time. "My focus is on creating joyous spaces for living in harmony within my clients' home & office environments. It is truly a pleasure to work at SC41 with furniture that is so gentle on the earth and aesthetically beautiful to the eye." When not working, Joel enjoys yoga and meditation, hiking, and playing volleyball on the beach.

Joel can be reached at joel@sc41.com, phone: 831.464.2228

Allison Miller, East Coast Interior Design Rep

Allison comes to SC41 with a strong passion for design and textiles. In addition to a BA in Studio Art from the University of Vermont, she has also studied at the Fashion institute of Technology and holds an Associate's Degree in Interior Design from West Valley College. When not selling fabulous furniture and mattresses she enjoys spending time with her husband, being outdoors, sewing and snow boarding.

Allison can be reached at allison@sc41.com

Cat Glass, Office Manager

Cat has lived and worked in Santa Cruz County most of her life, which she believes is one of the most beautiful areas in the country and where living “Green” has become a way of life rather than just a phrase. When not at SC41, Cat is usually at the family ranch in Corralitos, where she raises horses, chickens, and organic fruits and vegetables. Through composting, recycling, selling and buying local, she tries to do her part in keeping small, local, businesses viable.

Cat can be reached at cat@sc41.com, phone: 831.464.2228

Mikako Gillespie, Director of Special Projects

Mikako is the newest member of our SC41 team. She joins us as Director of Special Projects managing the myriad projects we juggle all the time. Mikako will be working on advertising, internet issues, event coordination, and much more. Mikako is a delight to work with, and we’re all so happy to have her here. Another local, she grew up in Santa Cruz and studied organic chemistry at The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington. She recently returned to Santa Cruz with her husband to be, Brendan Lazarus, who has already become an active member of the SC41 family by helping out with some of our computer needs.

Mikako can be reached at mikako@sc41.com, phone: 831.464.2228

Sandra Saltzman, Sales Associate

Sandra comes to us with a background in commercial furniture sales and design. Expanding her knowledge to include the eco friendly aspect of furniture has been a natural career progression. Sandra lived in Florence, Italy where she studied art history, Italian and developed a great appreciation for the fine cuisines of Italy that she loves to cook. When not working, Sandra enjoys walks on the beach with Rusty her 11 year old Cocker/Setter mix, snuggling with Wilsee her 17 year old cat, reading, cooking and spending time with family and friends.

Sandra can be reached at sandra@sc41.com, phone: 831.464.2228