{"id":34,"date":"2025-12-04T14:47:36","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T14:47:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/?page_id=34"},"modified":"2026-03-25T11:31:05","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T11:31:05","slug":"meet-the-team","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/about\/meet-the-team","title":{"rendered":"Our [LocationName] Team"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-group py-component has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Our <span class=\"location-shortcode\" data-shortcode=\"City\">Austin<\/span> Team<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-tailwind-boilerplate-team-members-grid\">\n    <div class=\"max-w-6xl mx-auto px-4\">\n        <div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-3 gap-8\">\n                                                                    <div class=\"bg-primary !text-white p-4 flex flex-col h-full cursor-pointer show-member-popup hover:opacity-90 transition-opacity\"\n                        data-member-name=\"Brian and Katrina Meskauskis\"\n                        data-member-title=\"Owners &amp; General Manager\"\n                        data-member-bio=\"&lt;p&gt;Brian &amp;amp; Katrina Meskauskis own and operate Bumble Bee Blinds Downtown &amp;amp; South Austin, with Katrina being the General Manager. In 2002 both Katrina and Brian moved to Austin Texas and have called it \u201chome\u201d ever since. Originally, Katrina is from Baton Rouge Louisiana &amp;amp; Brian is from Chicago Illinois. They have two children, Nicolas &amp;amp; Brooklyn, and two dogs, Piper and Pluto. Brian and Katrina bring a diverse background focusing on people across sales, marketing, and customer service. The duo shares a vision on integrity, optimism, transparency, and 5-star customer service \u201cworry free\u201d, which aligns perfectly with the Bumble Bee Blinds vision. They bring excitement to the window coverings business (indoor and outdoor) based on their passion for helping people transform their homes whether it is a first home purchase, a condo in downtown Austin or their forever home that they are wanting to update. When they are not working, they enjoy traveling, working on their own home, 80\u2019s movies, grilling out with friends and family and of course Texas Football. Contact Brian &amp;amp; Katrina with all your window covering needs.&lt;\/p&gt;\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\"\n                                src=\"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/01\/brian-katrina-m.webp\"\n                                alt=\"Brian and Katrina Meskauskis\"\n                                class=\"w-full object-cover object-top\"\n                                style=\"height: 300px;\" \/>\n                            <img decoding=\"async\"\n                                src=\"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/themes\/tailwind-boilerplate\/assets\/card-blind.png\"\n                                alt=\"decorative blind\"\n                                class=\"w-full object-cover\"\n                                aria-hidden=\"true\" \/>\n                                                <div class=\"mt-4 flex-grow\">\n                                                            <h3 class=\"text-h3 !text-white mb-2\">\n                                    Brian and Katrina Meskauskis                                <\/h3>\n                                                                                        <p class=\"mt-2 text-sm opacity-90\">\n                                    Owners &amp; General Manager                                <\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                                        <div class=\"bg-primary !text-white p-4 flex flex-col h-full cursor-pointer show-member-popup hover:opacity-90 transition-opacity\"\n                        data-member-name=\"Jesse Lees\"\n                        data-member-title=\"Design Consultant\"\n                        data-member-bio=\"&lt;p&gt;Jesse is a seasoned professional in the window covering industry with over a decade of experience under his belt. His expertise spans various aspects of the field, including installation and assisting customers in selecting the most suitable options for their windows or outdoor spaces. Jesse&#039;s knowledge is highly regarded within the industry, earning him a reputation as an invaluable resource.&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;Customers consistently praise Jesse for his friendly demeanor and his approach to customer service. They appreciate that he takes the time to thoroughly discuss available options without applying pressure, allowing them to make informed decisions that align with their needs and preferences. Jesse&#039;s commitment to providing exceptional service sets him apart and fosters long-lasting relationships with his clientele.&lt;\/p&gt;\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\"\n                                src=\"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/01\/jesse-headshot.webp\"\n                                alt=\"Jesse Lees\"\n                                class=\"w-full object-cover object-top\"\n                                style=\"height: 300px;\" \/>\n                            <img decoding=\"async\"\n                                src=\"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/themes\/tailwind-boilerplate\/assets\/card-blind.png\"\n                                alt=\"decorative blind\"\n                                class=\"w-full object-cover\"\n                                aria-hidden=\"true\" \/>\n                                                <div class=\"mt-4 flex-grow\">\n                                                            <h3 class=\"text-h3 !text-white mb-2\">\n                                    Jesse Lees                                <\/h3>\n                                                                                        <p class=\"mt-2 text-sm opacity-90\">\n                                    Design Consultant                                <\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                                        <div class=\"bg-primary !text-white p-4 flex flex-col h-full cursor-pointer show-member-popup hover:opacity-90 transition-opacity\"\n                        data-member-name=\"Madeline Pocta\"\n                        data-member-title=\"Marketing Director\"\n                        data-member-bio=\"&lt;p&gt;Madeline, grew up in\u00a0Johannesburg, South Africa, attended\u00a0the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2018 studying\u00a0a degree in Medical Humanities. After initially pursuing a pre-medicine degree she found her true passion in marketing within the medical field after working as a Nutrition Consultant for four years.&lt;\/p&gt;\n&lt;p&gt;Apart from her career, Madeline finds joy in her furry companion and immersing herself in outdoor adventures\u2014whether hiking, camping, or simply enjoying the serenity of nature. \u00a0&lt;\/p&gt;\">\n                                                    <img decoding=\"async\"\n                                src=\"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/01\/img-2308.webp\"\n                                alt=\"Madeline Pocta\"\n                                class=\"w-full object-cover object-top\"\n                                style=\"height: 300px;\" \/>\n                            <img decoding=\"async\"\n                                src=\"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/themes\/tailwind-boilerplate\/assets\/card-blind.png\"\n                                alt=\"decorative blind\"\n                                class=\"w-full object-cover\"\n                                aria-hidden=\"true\" \/>\n                                                <div class=\"mt-4 flex-grow\">\n                                                            <h3 class=\"text-h3 !text-white mb-2\">\n                                    Madeline Pocta                                <\/h3>\n                                                                                        <p class=\"mt-2 text-sm opacity-90\">\n                                    Marketing Director                                <\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group container py-component has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bee-lieving in Community<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"\/austin\">Bumble Bee Blinds of Austin<\/a> team is dedicated to giving back! Whether it\u2019s through local fundraisers, community events, or creative partnerships, we take pride in supporting the people and places that make Austin feel like home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"773\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/01\/bb-austin-1-1024x773.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/01\/bb-austin-1-1024x773.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/01\/bb-austin-1-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/01\/bb-austin-1-768x580.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/01\/bb-austin-1-450x340.webp 450w, https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/01\/bb-austin-1-650x491.webp 650w, https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/01\/bb-austin-1.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our Team Bee-lieving in Community The Bumble Bee Blinds of Austin team is dedicated to giving back! Whether it\u2019s through local fundraisers, community events, or creative partnerships, we take pride in supporting the people and places that make Austin feel like home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":2,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-34","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/34","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=34"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/34\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bumblebeeblinds.com\/austin\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=34"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}