Meet Our Team

Maria E. Canovas
PRINCIPAL IIDA, NCIDQ
SOUTH FLORIDA & PUERTO RICO

Juliana Sharkey
PRINCIPAL
SOUTH FLORIDA
Originally from South Florida, Juliana has a BS in Business Administration from FAU. She joined The Bierman Group in 1996 providing financial support and establishing a strong A&D presence in South Florida. During her 20+ year career, she has been an IIDA Industry Member, City Center Director and currently Director of Finance of the South Florida IIDA Chapter. She joined 3form as a materials consultant in 2013 and will continue in that role while joining Maria as Principals of The Bierman Group.

Tom Eckes
Representative
SOUTH WEST & EAST FLORIDA
Ft. Myers, Naples, West Palm Beach, Port St. Lucie
Tom’s territory covers the West Coast of Florida, which covers the major cities and surrounding areas of Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Lakeland, Sarasota, Ft. Myers and Naples. Tom has been in the contract furniture industry for over 30 years and joined The Bierman Group in 1996. He looks forward to working with all the Designers, Architects and Contract Dealers in his territory.

Claudine Uccello
Representative
CENTRAL WEST FLORIDA
Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Lakeland, Bradenton, Sarasota
Originally from upstate New York, Claudine graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in interior design. She has worked and consulted for well-known healthcare and hospitality architecture and interior design firms in Washington D.C., New York City and Tampa, Florida. In 2004, Claudine transitioned into becoming a sales representative for major manufacturers including 3form, where she worked alongside principal Juliana Sharkey for more than 7 years. Claudine has 20+ years in the design industry and brings to the Bierman Group her experience as an interior designer, specification writer, project manager, and sales representative. Her attention to detail and responsiveness allows her to be a reliable resource for architects, interior designers, end users, and furniture dealers for projects in all vertical markets.

Amy Edgecombe
REPRESENTATIVE
CENTRAL FLORIDA
Originally from Central Illinois, Amy began her career working with a Contract Furniture Dealer. For 15 years she worked in sales, marketing, and design within multiple vertical markets, including Higher Education, Hospitality, State and Federal Government, Healthcare, and Workplace. During the last 5 years, Amy continued her career on the West Coast as a Multi-Line Manufacturer’s Rep where she worked closely with the Healthcare industry, A&D community and local dealers. Her number one priority has always been her clients and she is extremely proud of the long-lasting relationships and partnerships she has built, as well as her reputation as someone they can always trust and count on.

Samantha Sharkey
Healthcare Consultant
South and North Florida
Samantha Sharkey Born and raised in South Florida, Samantha brings a rich background in clinical healthcare to the commercial furniture industry. Her hands-on experience in healthcare provides a unique perspective, enhancing her ability to understand and support client needs through thoughtful solutions. Samantha is excited to grow in a new role, building lasting relationships and contributing to projects with dedication, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering high-quality results from concept to completion.

Sharon Fredrickson
Office Manager
Main Office
Sharon has been managing the office for over 10 years. She provides outstanding customer service. Sharon is the one to call if you need literature, samples or to find the right Rep to speak with about your contract furniture needs.

Ana Muniz
SALES & DESIGN SUPPORT /
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Originally from Brazil and living in Miami for over 20 years, in 2022, after 15 years working for a Contract Furniture Dealer, Ana joins The Bierman Group team where she has found the opportunity to implement her skills to support the dealer and design community. Ana has a Master’s Degree in Architectural Design and Urbanism as well as years of experience as a Project Manager, Design and Sales consultant. She is a hard worker with very positive energy and an extensive knowledge in FF&E specifications, and project development.

Sheyla Quiros
SPECIFIER / BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT /LOGISTICS
PUERTO RICO & THE CARIBBEAN
Sheyla is an experienced, strong and dedicated professional with a demonstrated history within the design and construction industry for interior design projects in the hospitality, corporate, educational and healthcare markets. With extensive knowledge of contract furniture, Sheyla can provide our customers space planning and furniture layouts in addition to assisting in the selection and specification of FF&E. Expert in the preparation of detailed specification documents and drawings from design phase to installation. Sheyla is an excellent resource for estimates, quotes, submittals, purchase orders and presentations, as well as a valuable liaison between customers and manufacturers following up on quotes, purchase orders, and transportation logistics including scheduling, tracking, delivery, installation and punch list.