Tonja Boots

Tonja Boots is an experienced Interior Designer currently employed at Walter E. Smithe Furniture + Design since November 2014, where project scopes are determined through client consultations. Previously, Tonja worked as a Sales Design Consultant for The Robert Allen Group at the Chicago Merchandise Mart for a short period in 2016. Prior to that, Tonja operated as a Freelance Interior Design Consultant and Home Stager between June 2007 and November 2014, collaborating with real estate professionals to enhance property appeal. Tonja also co-owned FCMC, Inc. from June 2000 to February 2012, focusing on marketing material creation and direct mail campaigns for the mortgage industry. Earlier roles included Manager of Wholesale Lending at Liberty National Mortgage, where production volume was managed, and Wholesale Account Manager at Oxford Bank & Trust, overseeing loan sales to the secondary market. Tonja holds an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management from Northwestern Business College.