Janet Linly

Janet Linly, CEO of luxury furniture manufacture Marge Carson and Founder of high-end interior design firm Linly Designs. Renowned for her accomplishments, she stands as the founder and CEO of Linly Designs, a premier Interior Design firm located in the Chicagoland area. In 2002, she embarked on her entrepreneurial journey by establishing the company, specializing in high-end home renovations and luxury interior designs. With a keen eye for aesthetics, she expanded her influence in 2007 by inaugurating her retail in the suburbs of Chicago. Her exceptional acumen did not go unnoticed, as she garnered recognition as one of the United States' Top Entrepreneurs by American Chronicle in the same year. In a pivotal move in 2014, Janet acquired Tabula Tua, a prestigious high-end national tableware company based in Chicago, originally founded by Grace Tsao-Wu, a notable figure from the administration of 44th President Barack Obama. After successfully leading the company even greater heights, Janet sold Tabula Tua to private investors in 2018. Her continuous triumphs soon drew the attention of a distinguished London-based publishing house with historical ties to the Royal Family. Beginning in 2018, Linly Designs earned a place of honor in numerous esteemed publications by this publisher, including the illustrious Rolls-Royce 90th Anniversary Book, "Timeless Luxury: Ninety Years of the Phantom," and the official commemorative publication, "Strive for Perfection: The Official Platinum Jubilee Edition" in celebration of the United Kingdom’s Platinum Jubilee Pageant. Notably, Linly Designs stood as the sole U.S.-based Interior Design firm featured in these esteemed editions. In the autumn of 2022, Janet made a significant acquisition by adding the venerable Marge Carson brand to her portfolio. Marge Carson, recognized globally, holds a position as one of the oldest and largest privately-owned furniture companies in the nation. The brand is synonymous with exquisite designs, unparalleled quality, and the finest textiles available, establishing itself as a pinnacle of luxury within the furniture industry. Navigating the complexities of overseeing a multi-million-dollar retail and design enterprise while concurrently elevating the globally renowned Marge Carson brand, Janet is perpetual in her pursuit of perfection across all aspects of her business ventures. Her wealth of experience, unmatched creative talents, and unwavering determination to exceed the ambitious goals she establishes for herself set her apart within her industry. Janet exemplifies visionary leadership in not only building businesses but also shaping her brand's identity. Her unwavering dedication as a CEO serves as a testament that with passion, commitment, and effective leadership, women have the power to accomplish remarkable achievements. Reflecting on her leadership philosophy, Janet eloquently emphasizes, "I firmly believe that the strength of a great leader lies in the quality of the team they assemble around them." JL