The Owner
My name is Chris Fairchild and I started in Order, a home, business and personal organizing company, in January 2006. With a background in recreation facility management, a lifelong knack for organizing and a bit of entrepreneurial spirit, I decided it was the time. For years, I've helped family and friends with organizing projects and we half-jokingly imagined me starting an organizing business.
These initial jokes got me thinking more seriously over the past 10 years. I soon began approaching projects in my own home “as if” I were already a professional organizer. This allowed me plenty of practice and time to develop my approach and organizing philosophy, which you can also read on my “about” page. With the popularity of home shows, such as Mission: Organization, it seemed like a logical time to start. People can now see the benefit of hiring a professional organizer.
As I initially embarked on projects, I thought it was all about the organizing gadgets. I realized over time that the cubbies and shelves don’t always fix the problem, especially if habits stay the same. I then tried “motivating” myself, and others to change habits. Although habit change can be a positive thing, we all know that if we (or those close to us) aren’t ready to change, it’s not going to happen – not for long, anyway.
I concluded that shaping the solution around current habits, gave the best results. Once the new system is in place, it reduces stress and sometimes gives people the peace of mind they need to drop some of the less beneficial habits.
Through employment at AT&T, Thomas Jefferson University, and Lafayette College, I have honed my organizing skills by simultaneously managing facilities, coordinating programs and leading staff. I continually look for new ideas, approaches, and products to help me in assisting you.
