Jon Sherman is a creative and eclectic individual, whose career path to becoming a successful creative force in the wallpaper business took quite a few unexpected twists and turns.
Growing up in small town Ohio with a passion for design
Jon Sherman, iconic founder and creative director of Flavor Paper, grew up in a small town in Ohio. From a very young age he developed a keen interest in art and design, successfully participating in several local competitions. This passion led John to choose the Colorado College and Tulane University, where he graduated with a degree in Art and Architecture.
Moving to New York to work in the entertainment industry
Having completed his degree, Jon took the logical step to develop his talents further and moved to New York in the mid-1990s to pursue a career in design. Having initially started as a set designer for music videos and television commercials, he then transitioned to designing sets for some of the most popular Broadway shows of the time.
A career move to the real estate industry
Deciding it was time to change the direction of his career, Jon entered the real estate industry, using his design skills to renovate buildings. Initially focusing on redesigning condo interiors in Florida to increase the sale price, his business ventures led him to seeking possible new deals state-wide. It’s through these channels that one day he learned that an Oregon-based wallpaper company with unique designs had gone out of business.