Who we are
Joanne Hoeksema, Owner
Joanne is the owner of Carlyn Gallery. She is also the designer of the MINE! line, which is handcrafted and designed in Grand Haven, Michigan. A 1966 graduate of Hope College, Joanne has taught in various schools across America before settling her family in Muskegon, Michigan. After teaching for several years, she decided to open up an art gallery, which has become a favorite in Grand Haven. In 2007, Joanne decided to change her product line and that is when the MINE! line was produced. Joanne is constantly on the move, looking for new ideas and finding ways to implement them within her store. In her spare time, she enjoys golfing and skiing at her second home in Colorado.
Sarah McNeill, Marketing Manager
Sarah is the Marketing Manager for Carlyn Gallery & Studio. She graduated from West Ottawa High School, and is also a 2008 graduate of Baker College with a degree in Business Administration, emphasis in marketing and management. She has lived in West Michigan most of her life. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, the beaches of West Michigan, and watching sports. Her responsibilities with Carlyn Gallery include organizing information, customer service, ordering products, market research, and marketing projects in-store. She is hard working and dedicated to continuous improvement