Minka, the President of JMID, is a licensed interior designer and LEED AP with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Minka was mentored closely by her mother, Jinx, until she took the reins of the company when Jinx retired. She earned her Master’s degree in Interior Design at Florida State University, and has earned numerous accolades throughout her career, including Sand Dollar, Pinnacle, and Aurora Awards for design excellence. Minka loves working primarily in Naples, where she grew up, and is fortunate to work with some of the best building professionals in the State, thanks in part to Jinx’s legacy as well as her own extensive network of contacts. Minka loves creating casually elegant environments, as she believes that the right combination of beauty and comfort is the key to true luxury. Her teenage son is her joy, followed by her adorable miniature dachshund, Pepper.
Beth is an award-winning designer with decades of experience in the design industry. Beth creates exquisite designs, whether new construction or complete renovations, and manages the construction process with confidence. She pays tremendous attention to all the details in a project, is very attentive to her clients and has excellent communication skills. Patient and kind, Beth creates spaces that are inviting, inspiring, and that always reflect her clients’ personalities. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in interior design from Baylor University in Texas and has lived in Naples, Florida for over 20 years.
Janine Blume
Interior Designer - FL Lic. #0006836 – NCIDQ, IDS
Janine is extremely talented in design with a great eye for color and strong drafting skills. She is incredibly passionate about creating beautiful interiors and it shows in her unparalleled work ethic. Janine has an ability to find the perfect piece of art for every space, and her projects always feel bright and cheerful. She has earned numerous design awards and approaches each project with the same energy and enthusiasm. Janine earned her bachelor’s degree in interior design from Harrington College of Design in Chicago.
Barbara Schwenk
Interior Designer
Barbara is an invaluable asset to our team, having worked on some of the area’s most amazing award-winning homes and consistently delivering superb design. She is passionate about contemporary styling and developed a love of historic architecture while growing up in New England, so she can do everything in between. Barbara shines with her fabric selections, custom window treatments, and bedding ensembles. She is also very skilled on Sketchup and produces beautiful computer renderings to help clients visualize her designs. Barbara earned her bachelor’s degree in interior design at Southwest Florida College, and a second bachelor’s degree, in communications, from Lynn University.
Deanne Ketwaroo
Design Assistant
Deanne Ketwaroo earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from the Miami University of Art & Design. Born and raised in Naples, FL, she spent 13 years in New York City, where she designed and sold fine gemstones and jewelry. This experience immersed her in a world of inspiring art and fashion, which she captured through photography. Deanne’s passion for her work is evident in her selection of fabrics and backgrounds. She is dedicated to juxtaposing contemporary and old-world artisan craftsmanship, with a commitment to improving lives through design and bringing beauty into everyday spaces. Deanne excels at 3D drafting, and enjoys helping her clients refine their personal style, ensuring they feel engaged and connected to their spaces.
Anna Bartuccio
Design Assistant
Anna has a vibrant passion for infusing color and texture into her work. Having spent her life in Naples, she developed a deep appreciation for the elegant charm of Floridian design and is inspired by Palm Beach. With a bachelor’s degree in interior design from Seminole State College, Anna utilizes tools like Revit and AutoCAD to create detailed floor plans and captivating renderings. Her mission is to design spaces that are not only beautiful but also functional, ensuring that every room tells a unique story.
Sarah (McDonald) Haacke
Office Manager
Sarah manages all business operations for the company. A retired lawyer, she brings a level head and sharp business sense to our creative team. Sarah earned her Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University and her bachelor’s in political science from the University of South Florida. She is Jinx’s elder daughter and has been working in the family business over twelve years. While filing taxes and doing payroll, Sarah also organizes fun events for our team to keep us energized, inspired, and growing together.
Diana Dooley
Financial Administrator
Diana has been JMID’s financial administrator over twelve years. She has extensive experience on the financial side of the design business and handles our accounting very efficiently. Diana is extremely knowledgeable about Design Manager software and supports the design team in every way possible. She earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania before settling down in southwest Florida.
Jinx McDonald
Founder/Owner
Jinx is one of Naples’ most celebrated interior designers, respected for her outstanding creations and beloved for her warm and lively personality. Jinx started the company over 20 years ago and has designed for residents of the area’s most prestigious communities and worked with Florida’s top developers and custom home builders. She has won countless awards in southwest Florida and had a lot of fun completing projects throughout the U.S., Costa Rica, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Canada and Ireland. She retired at the end of 2019 and is proudly watching her legacy continue in the hands of her two daughters and her hand-picked team which she lovingly nurtured and trained for years. Originally from Jamaica, Jinx adds a festive flair to everything she does and taught her designers to keep the fun in their designs and remember that developing beautiful environments is a rare luxury and a pure joy.
