What started as a mother’s one-woman blind repair business in 1993 has grown into a national franchise with 60+ locations — still run by the same family that started it all.
Where It All Began
Built From The
Ground Up
Karen McGuffin started cleaning and repairing blinds in 1993 in Seattle, Washington — just her, a van, and an instinct for business. After building and selling that first blind cleaning company over eight years, she saw something bigger.
This time, she brought her three sons along for the ride. Together, they launched Bloomin' Blinds — a family business built on honest service, real craftsmanship, and the belief that window coverings could be done better.
Karen McGuffin
Entrepreneur / Founder
Karen started fixing blinds in 1993 with a van, a toolkit, and an instinct for business. After building and selling her first blind cleaning company in Seattle, she launched Bloomin' Blinds with her three sons. Proud of what she started within the family, she is actively enjoying retirement and her 4 grandchildren.
Kelsey spent nearly 20 years building and developing the company alongside his family. At one point leading Development efforts as well as Executive leadership. Today, Kelsey enjoys the mountains of Montana and assisting new franchise owners achieve their dream through franchised business ownership.
Kristopher was the company's first employee. Nearly 25 years later, he finds himself at the helm of the organization. With a focus on franchisee-first decision making, he applies the same commitment to the mission that drove his more than 12 years as a firefighter and paramedic in Texas. That crucible-tested ability to stay goal oriented against significant distraction keeps Kris focused on franchisee success and on maximizing the revenue opportunity of every customer experience.
Kevin is the franchise network's go-to technical expert — the person franchise owners call when they need help solving a tricky repair. As Chief Technology Officer, he develops the field-tested methods that empower our owners to handle on-site service challenge with total confidence.
