Our Team
The iSpace Office Interiors team is made of employees, interns, and other strategic partners who are experts in their field. We come together with our strengths to offer our clients the best experience in the industry.
Kris Woodward
President/CEO
Kris Woodward
Kris Woodward, owner of iSpace Office Interiors, has more than 19 years of experience in the commercial office furniture industry, including a background in manufacturing, space planning, project and sales management. He has successfully completed hundreds of projects with businesses throughout the Midwest and across the United States. His clients have ranged from large corporations to start-up companies which have included but are not limited to call centers, auto dealerships, schools, churches, medical offices, and hundreds of professional office locations. He has worked with most of the top brands as well as national companies and has deep connections within the industry. His company and the staff of iSpace Office Interiors can find the brand, size, type, and number of office workstations, office furniture desks, and office chairs you need quickly and efficiently.
Heather Herbertz
Director of Design
Heather Herbertz
Heather is a well respected Interior Designer. She has been specializing in residential and commercial interior designs for over 10 years. Born and raised in Indianapolis, Heather has always had an affinity for elements of structural design and aesthetics. Heather graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelors in Sociology and Health and returned to college to receive a second degree in Interior Design through Purdue University. She has worked with clients in all aspects of life. Her projects have included: small business owners, home renovations, complete home remodels, project manager and space planning. Heather’s passion for interior design and space planning is an ability to collaborate with architects, contractors, and her clients and have earned her a deserved reputation as a true professional.
David Beattie
Workplace Consultant / Print Specialist
David Beattie
Dave Beattie, owner of iSpace Printing, LLC has spent the last 33 years in the Indianapolis print industry after completing the printing technology course at Vincennes University. His experience in all areas of the printing process enables him to work with clients and provide insight into the best solution to achieve their marketing goals. Every job gets the same attention no matter the size and, if time allows, is hand delivered by Dave. Building a relationship with people and the business they are in is a top priority to how we do business.
Karen Slezak
Lead Designer
Karen Slezak
Karen is a licensed IL Interior Designer who is also NCIDQ Certified and a LEED AP with 20+ years of experience in commercial, educational, government and healthcare interiors. She holds a BS in Interior Design from Southern Illinois University and MBA from the University of Illinois along with a specialization in Real Estate. As a problem solver, she works with leadership and cross functional teams to implement strategic facility plans. Having extensive furniture experience she designs with a variety of manufacturers creating new and reconfigured interior environments. Her breadth of work includes national and multinational firms, from small offices up to facility headquarters. Karen’s passion is to serve people through the creation of healthy, productive and sustainable work environments and to exceed client’s expectations. In her spare time she is devoted to her family, volunteering in her community and traveling the world.
Susan Wertz
Designer / Workplace Consultant
Susan Wertz
Susan Wertz graduated from Purdue with a Bachelors Degree in Contract Interiors and earned her NCIDQ Certification in 1989. She was a staff designer in Fort Wayne, IN for 4 years before taking a position as Director of Design for Continental Office Furniture in Indianapolis where she practiced for 11 years. She has been doing freelance design and working with Melissa Meeks & Associates for the past 15 years and has found her way back to full-time interiors as a designer with the iSpace Office Interiors team. Having been immersed in contract interior design for 30 years, she can assure each client that they will be drawing from an experienced design professional who strives to ensure that each and every project is a complete success. Susan’s extensive background in management, design, space planning, and project management have proven to be a true asset to her clients, and she truly enjoys forming working relationships that make each project a personal success as well. Her warm personality makes working with her a pleasure, and she takes pride in looking out for the best interest of each client.
Rachel Wiggins
Accounting Manager
Rachel Wiggins
Rachel Wiggins received her CPA in 2003 while working for a small Indianapolis, Indiana accounting firm. She has worked for several other small companies providing business development and operations strategies as well as streamlining accounting procedures. A short stint in a top 10 CPA firm confirmed Rachel’s love for working with individuals and small businesses.
In 2012 Rachel started RC Consulting, Inc. full time and has grown it into a thriving CPA firm that serves over 50 small business clients and 300 individuals. While helping small businesses get started, keep good records and stay in compliance, she also has a proven track record for IRS tax resolution for individuals and businesses. In her free time, she loves Zumba, scrapbooking and spending time with her family.
Vax Payton
Project Manager
Mac Poe
Acoustical Engineer Liaison
Mac Poe
Mac has a strong passion for helping build custom acoustic solutions for various client needs. With a strong background in Sales and Customer relations, Mac brings a lot of energy to the team.
Mac has acted as our Acoustical Engineer liaison since 2016.
Hannah Purcell
Ergonomics Analyst
Hannah Purcell
Hannah is a board certified occupational therapist licensed in the state of Indiana, providing occupational therapy consulting services at individual and group level. In the work place, Hannah utilizes her extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, human biomechanics, and activity analysis to identify injury risk factors, to provide strategies to reduce risk exposure, and offer recommendations for appropriate ergonomic seating and workplace furniture (including American Disabilities Act compliant products for employees with disabilities). Hannah can also provide an individual educational session or a group educational workshop for workplace health promotion and injury prevention specific to the workplace setting (office, factory, etc).
Cheryl Smith
Flooring Specialists