Meet the team
MARY BAUDE
OWNER & PRINCIPAL DESIGNER
With over 25 years experience in the design industry, Mary has honed her craft and built a brand of her aesthetic. Whitetail has served design clients across the Midwest and beyond, bringing Mary's signature style to each project.
A Muskegon native, Mary spent years moving around the country with her family, eventually settling back in her home state to create Whitetail in 2016.
Since then, Whitetail has grown into a full-service design firm and showroom, employing a talented all-female team with Mary at its helm. Mary's passion for creating environments that are as beautiful as they are welcoming has remained steadfast throughout Whitetail's evolution.
Mary's favorite thing about creating "home" is ...
"Knowing that my family and/or clients will always feel welcome, safe, and relaxed. To me, being rested, inspired, and rejuvenated from our homes is essential. Keeping that intention in mind when designing homes allows me/my clients to navigate life more easily, smoothly, and beautifully. I am grateful for the opportunity to help create those purposeful and stylish havens!"
AMANDA BELL
PROJECT MANAGER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Amanda has been a staple at Whitetail since she joined in 2018. Her role has grown during her time here to match her knowledge and experience in both interior design and creative direction. In addition to managing all aspects of the brand, Amanda oversees our design projects. She is also responsible for organizing and delivering on a variety of special projects from our forthcoming “Whitetail Exclusives” line to our Brand Book and beyond.
Amanda’s favorite thing about creating “home” is …
"Designing spaces that make clients feel most themselves! I love mixing family photos, kid art and intentional design to create spaces that are inspiring, thoughtful and look like the people who inhabit them!"
ALLIE SMITH
SHOWROOM MANAGER
Since she joined Whitetail in 2021, Allie's professionalism and gift for organization have made her an invaluable asset to our team. She manages all aspects of our showroom; from buying and coordinating vendors to scheduling staff and deliveries. Allie moonlights as our resident proofreader and creative consultant, a position she’s well-suited for with 8 years experience in the advertising industry.
Allie’s favorite thing about creating “home” is …
SHEILA HANSON
SENIOR DESIGNER & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
A recent Michigan transplant, Sheila ran her own design business in Minnesota for 20 years. She relocated to Dexter and joined Whitetail in Summer 2022, bolstering our design team with her experience and vast product knowledge.
Sheila is our remodeling specialist and in charge of all things outreach at Whitetail. Her networking ability and experience working with builders, general contractors, and realtors has shown to be a valuable asset for our design business.
Sheila’s favorite thing about creating “home” is …
AMANDA ATWELL
DESIGN ASSOCIATE
With a keen eye for design and passion for new builds, Amanda is an essential member of our team. Amanda assists in all steps of the design process from initial consultation to final installation. She has impeccable style, great attention to detail and an easy way with clients; we are lucky to have her on our team!
Amanda’s favorite thing about creating “home” is …
