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Aspen Foltz is a resident expert on Amish furniture. She studied Media and Communication Studies at Florida State University and is the former editor of the online publication HerCampus. Her work creating content about Amish furniture and Amish culture can be found all over DutchCrafters.com. In her downtime, she enjoys music trivia and reading.

DutchCrafters Recognizes Key Team Members with Mortise and Tenon Award

Aspen Foltz 11/04/2025

Sarasota, Fla./LaGrange, Ind. – DutchCrafters Amish Furniture, the leading retailer of Amish furniture at www.dutchcrafters.com, recently presented the Mortise and Tenon Award to two outstanding employees: Samantha Ammeson, based at the company’s Sarasota headquarters, and Tracie Richter, who works from the DutchCrafters warehouse in LaGrange, Indiana. The Mortise and Tenon Award, introduced in 2022 by DutchCrafters Founder and CEO Jim Miller, recognizes employees who provide essential behind-the-scenes support. “Mortise and tenon joinery is extremely strong—stronger… DutchCrafters Recognizes Key Team Members with Mortise and Tenon Award

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Billy Adams wins 2024 Inside Sales Top Producer Award at DutchCrafters

Aspen Foltz 04/04/2025

Sarasota, Fla. – DutchCrafters, the leading online retailer for high-quality Amish furniture at www.dutchcrafters.com, is proud to announce that Billy Adams has been named the recipient of the 2024 Inside Sales Top Producer Award. For the fourth year in a row, Adams has earned this prestigious recognition for his exceptional sales performance and consistently exceeding expectations and demonstrating remarkable dedication in his role. A native of Venice, Fla., Adams began his journey with DutchCrafters in… Billy Adams wins 2024 Inside Sales Top Producer Award at DutchCrafters

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DutchCrafters Named LuxCraft Top 5 Dealer of the Year

Aspen Foltz 28/03/2025

SARASOTA, Fla. — DutchCrafters, the leading retailer of Amish furniture at www.dutchcrafters.com, has been named a 2024 Dealer of the Year by LuxCraft, an Amish manufacturer of high-quality outdoor furniture. The honor was announced at LuxCraft’s annual dealer conference and is awarded to the top five dealers with the highest sales volume from the previous year. DutchCrafters ranked No. 5 for 2024, rising from No. 7 in 2023. “We’re proud to receive this recognition from… DutchCrafters Named LuxCraft Top 5 Dealer of the Year

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Joseph Holbay Wins Showroom Sales Top Producer For 2024

Aspen Foltz 21/03/2025

SARASOTA, Fla. / ALPHARETTA, Ga. – DutchCrafters, the leading retailer of Amish furniture at www.dutchcrafters.com, has named Furniture Specialist Joseph Holbay as the recipient of the Showroom Sales Top Producer Award at its annual awards ceremony. The award, introduced in 2023, recognizes the top revenue-producing showroom furniture specialist, highlighting not just sales achievements but also creativity, perseverance, and meaningful client relationships. Holbay joined the company as a furniture specialist in the Alpharetta Showroom in July… Joseph Holbay Wins Showroom Sales Top Producer For 2024

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Mike McClure Named Rookie of the Year at DutchCrafters

Aspen Foltz 13/03/2025

Sarasota, Fla./LaGrange, Ind. – DutchCrafters, the leading retailer of Amish furniture at www.dutchcrafters.com, proudly announces Mike McClure as the recipient of the 2024 Rookie of the Year Award. This award is presented to an employee who has joined the company within the last 16 months and exemplifies a strong work ethic, teamwork, and a commitment to the company’s core values, culture, and ambition. McClure, who joined DutchCrafters on February 5, 2024 as a delivery driver… Mike McClure Named Rookie of the Year at DutchCrafters

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DutchCrafters Honors Lori Voelkel with 2024 Community Award

Aspen Foltz 10/03/2025

SARASOTA, Fla. – DutchCrafters, the leading retailer of Amish furniture at www.dutchcrafters.com, has awarded Sarasota Showroom Furniture Specialist Lori Voelkel the 2024 Community Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to fostering a strong sense of community within the company. This year, DutchCrafters updated the Service Award to the Community Award, aligning with the company’s core values of Community and Giving. This award highlights an employee who actively strengthens the DutchCrafters community and extends their… DutchCrafters Honors Lori Voelkel with 2024 Community Award

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DutchCrafters Heritage Scholarship Application Open Until May 1, 2025

Aspen Foltz 28/02/2025

SARASOTA, Fla. — DutchCrafters, the largest online retailer of Amish furniture at www.dutchcrafters.com, is now accepting applications for their 2025 Heritage Scholarship. Giving back is a core value at DutchCrafters Amish Furniture. In alignment with this commitment, the Heritage Scholarship was established in 2011 to support students by helping fund their education. DutchCrafters Amish Furniture will award three students $500 scholarships to support their education. Students currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment as full-time students… DutchCrafters Heritage Scholarship Application Open Until May 1, 2025

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Marina de Sa Nogueira Honored with DutchCrafters’ Built to Last Award

Aspen Foltz 25/02/2025

SARASOTA, Fla. — Marina de Sa Nogueira, marketplace and marketing manager at DutchCrafters, the leading retailer of Amish furniture at www.dutchcrafters.com, has been awarded the company’s Built to Last Award. DutchCrafters Director of Operations Kari-Jo Koshes presented the award at the annual staff awards ceremony. This award recognizes a veteran employee who has demonstrated exceptional work ethic, long-term contributions, and leadership. De Sa Nogueira joined DutchCrafters in 2018 as a category management assistant, focusing on… Marina de Sa Nogueira Honored with DutchCrafters’ Built to Last Award

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DutchCrafters Director of Operations Kari-Jo Koshes Wins SRQ Magazine’s Good Hero Award 

Aspen Foltz 21/02/2025

Sarasota, Fla. / Alpharetta, Ga. — DutchCrafters Amish Furniture Director of Operations Kari-Jo Koshes was recognized with a Good Hero Award at The Giving Coast Luncheon, hosted by SRQ Magazine. The event honors individuals who make an outstanding impact on the local community. Koshes was recognized for her exceptional leadership and contributions during Hurricane Milton.  DutchCrafters CEO Jim Miller, Vice President Linse Miller, and Marketing and Marketplace Manager Marina de Sa Nogueira attended the luncheon to celebrate… DutchCrafters Director of Operations Kari-Jo Koshes Wins SRQ Magazine’s Good Hero Award 

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Doug Tuck Awarded DutchCrafters’ President’s Award

Aspen Foltz 18/02/2025

SARASOTA, Fla. – Business Director Doug Tuck was honored with the prestigious President’s Award for 2024 at DutchCrafters’ annual awards ceremony. The President’s Award recognizes individuals whose contributions have had a profound and lasting impact on DutchCrafters, the leading retailer of Amish furniture at www.dutchcrafters.com. Recognizing exceptional character, commitment, hard work, and results since 2017, the President’s Award is the highest staff honor within the company. This is Tuck’s second time receiving the award due… Doug Tuck Awarded DutchCrafters’ President’s Award

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