Meet The Team

Candace Beltran

Sales Manager

Candace Beltran is knoxtile’s A&D Sales Manager and one of the driving forces behind the company’s relationships within the architectural and design community. Known for her product knowledge, responsiveness, and leadership, she works closely with designers, architects, and contractors to help guide projects from concept through completion. With a strong focus on communication, problem solving, and team development, Candace is passionate about helping clients find the right material solution while building lasting partnerships along the way.


Mary Ann Gardner

Sales

Mary Ann Gardiner is an A&D Sales Representative serving the Dallas–Fort Worth market with a strong background working alongside the design trade. She enjoys helping designers and architects discover materials that bring personality and creativity into a space while balancing budget and project goals. Known for her energy, responsiveness, and product knowledge, Mary Ann focuses on making the selection process smooth and enjoyable for her clients.


Lilain Adcox

Sales

Lilian Adcox is an A&D Sales Representative serving the DFW market, bringing over a decade of experience in the design and construction industry. With a background in showroom management, design consulting, and material selections, she enjoys helping clients balance creative vision with practical application. Lilian is especially drawn to projects that tell a story through thoughtful material choices and intentional design.


Jeremiah Higa

Sales

Jeremiah Higa is an A&D Sales Representative based in Austin, focused on building strong relationships within the architectural and design community. Known for his proactive communication and follow-through, he brings energy, initiative, and a solutions-focused mindset to every project. Jeremiah enjoys staying engaged throughout the design process and helping clients find materials that align with both their vision and project goals.


Paul Hammerquist

General Manager

Paul Hammerquist began his journey at knoxtile sweeping floors in the warehouse and worked his way up to General Manager through more than 20 years of dedication, growth, and hands-on experience. With a deep understanding of both the operational and design sides of the industry, Paul focuses on building strong relationships, developing teams, and helping clients find thoughtful material solutions for their projects. His leadership style is rooted in communication, problem solving, and a belief that great service and knowledge create long-term partnerships.


Roldan Martinez

Warehouse Manager

Roldan Martinez is knoxtile’s Operations Manager and brings years of hands-on industry experience and operational knowledge to the team. He plays a key role in overseeing day-to-day logistics, warehouse operations, and project coordination, helping ensure materials and information move efficiently from order to installation. Known for his strong work ethic and commitment to the team, Roldan focuses on keeping operations running smoothly while supporting both clients and coworkers throughout the process.


 Talanedra Jones (Nedra)

Support

Nedra Jones joined knoxtile with more than a decade of customer service and operations experience, bringing a strong problem-solving mindset to the team. As a Customer Support specialist, she assists with samples, estimates, sales orders, and purchase orders while helping keep projects organized and on track. Known for her dependable nature and collaborative approach, Nedra enjoys finding practical solutions that help both customers and coworkers succeed.


RJ Martinez

Support

RJ has been part of the knoxtile family for most of his life, first helping around the office during school breaks before joining the team full-time. Today, he manages purchasing and order coordination, working closely with manufacturers, freight partners, and customers to keep projects moving smoothly. Known for his reliability and communication, RJ takes pride in making the ordering process as seamless as possible while helping customers navigate even the most complex projects.


 Kaleah McCants

Support

Kaleah McCants is part of knoxtile’s Support team, helping keep projects organized and moving smoothly from design through installation. With a strong focus on communication, scheduling, and attention to detail, she works closely with both clients and the internal team to help ensure projects stay on track. Kaleah enjoys creative residential spaces, feature walls, and helping clients feel comfortable and supported throughout the process.