Meet The Team
Anabel's Story
It all started when I was in search of my own rugs back in 1996. I’ve always had an appreciation behind the art that goes in to creating a rug. An opportunity arose so I decided to become part of an existing rug store here in Louisville. I learned a lot in six years. In 2002, I decided to go on my own and never looked back. My goal was to create a rug gallery, where our clients felt comfortable shopping and had a positive experience while receiving the best customer service! I wanted an inventory that was more unique, and special than any other store.
My philosophy has proven to be a success. In the process, I have met incredible people and made some amazing friends, all while helping them find what they were looking for. I am thankful every day! The day Anabel’s Oriental Rugs feels like work, I will have to move on.
Lauren Milliner
Anabel’s right-hand woman for over a decade. She works her design magic daily, usually behind the scenes, keeping AOR running smoothly as our operations manager.
Dixie Hallenberg
With 20 years of retail expertise, she’s our store manager, design whisperer and unofficial plant mom, keeping everything on track and very much alive.
Elena Dwyer
Our trusted design guru. She’s the creative force behind our content, the eye behind the lens (and the edits), and the cheerful sidekick you’ll spot helping on the sales floor.
Emilio Llerena Diaz
Our most loyal team member, with 22 years of the rug industry under his belt. He’s the expert behind every seamless delivery and flawless install.
Richard Alejandro Montero
Emilio’s trusty sidekick, learning the rug biz one delivery at a time. He’s the right-hand man on every install and always up for the heavy lifting.
Chuey
Our youngest member of the bunch, he’s famous for napping on the job and handing out free cuddles.
