With a keen interest in painting and a shared passion for excellence, Jill French and Alison Heather have been working together since 1992. In 2000 Heather & French was formed and our company has enjoyed steady growth which we attribute to our commitment to quality, attention to detail and dedication to our employees and customers.

This approach has attracted residential and commercial clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, as well as experienced and reliable employees who work efficiently as a team.


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Alison Heather 
Owner, Estimator

Born in Dublin, Ireland, Alison Heather arrived in New York in 1984 with a strong desire to get to work. Before long, Alison had found her way out to the West Coast and onto a painting crew.

"That crew is where I learned I had the foundation of the craft. How to run a job. The importance of paying attention to the details and the big picture at the same time. And most importantly, how to establish and maintain client relationships."

It was on that same crew that Alison first met Jill French. The two bonded through their work ethic and love of the trade. "We were (and still are) very different people, but we find common ground in our core values: respect, responsibility and communication. Today, those values are the cornerstones of our business,” says Alison.

Dedicated to providing clients outstanding customer service while delivering exceptional results, Alison is known for her calm demeanor and ability to keep things running smoothly even while resolving problems.

Outside of work she is passionate about meditating, Ocean Beach and local art and design.


Jill French

Jill French 
Owner, Production Manager

High-energy, high standards and the ability to motivate others are what make Jill such a talented production manager. With 30 years in the trade, she is strategic and efficient and has an amazing capacity with details. She is always interested in new products and application techniques. Since the industry is constantly changing, Jill's ability to keep current with technical information is invaluable to Heather & French. 

"I love the opportunity of dealing with all the different people and components that go into making a project successful."


Kay Duncan

Office Manager

Kay Duncan has decades of experience in office administration and management.

Before moving West and joining Heather and French in 2009. Kay was a founding Board member of a HIV-AIDS resource agency in East Texas.

Her no-nonsense attitude and attention to detail makes her a formidable presence at H&F. She is the glue that keeps the front office and production together.

In addition to being exceptionally organized and capable, Kay has a great sense of humor. She is a tenacious problem solver and a highly effective manager. We couldn’t do it without her

In her spare time Kay likes to volunteer and hike with her dog Betty Jean.


Greg Stine

Estimator

Greg began his career in the construction industry over a decade ago.  He has a wide range of experience in the industry, ranging from estimating, project and office management to tile setting and framing.

Greg's people skills and math ability make him a natural fit for estimating and client relations. Being very detailed oriented and focused, gives him the ability to produce well thought out and thorough bids.

From day one Greg has been a team player and great asset to H&F. Today, he is a core member of our team. 

In Greg’s spare time he likes to listen to and collect vinyl records, hang out with his wife and kids- his dog Bella and cat Gene.


Francisco Pastor

Field Supervisor

Francisco is a foundational member of the H&F team.

He began painting at 18 and has been serious about the trade ever since. He is a true craftsman and has a love and natural aptitude for fine finish and high quality work. He is proficient in all aspects of prep work, painting, staining and color matching.

He is a gifted and thoughtful manager. He brings a collaborative spirit, a calm demeanor, bi lingual skills and the ability to teach and train crew to his position. His thoughtful, pre-planning and clear communication and is a crucial part of setting up the H&F teams for success on every project.


“What I love most is being part of a team that can turn anything into a masterpiece. Seeing the look of appreciation on the client's face when we complete a project --that’s priceless.”
When he is not working, Francisco enjoys spending time with his friends, family, and his beautiful little girl.
 


Erick Romero

Foreman

Foreman Erick has been working on high end paint projects for the past fourteen years, he has demonstrated his skills as an outstanding leader on every job since he joined Heather & French.

His painting skills are exceptional, some of the highest we have seen in the industry. He is a self-described “perfectionist.”

His capacity to teach and mentor others along with his professional and respectful attitude towards everyone on the job site makes him a natural leader for the H&F team.

Production Manager Jill French notes, “Crews really love working with Erick because they know that his success can be their success, too.  He’s always upbeat and positive. Really, he’s a great role model for all of us!”


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Luis Bernadino

Foreman

Foreman Luis has been a valuable member of the H&F team from his first day on the job 13 years ago. He had 6 years prior experience with another high end Bay Area painting company. He understood early on in his training that quality prep work is an integral part of a great finish coat. His dedication to his craft over many years has made him a highly skilled and productive painter.

He is admired by all of us for his prep work, dedication to the painting craft and for his elite work ethic. He sets a high standard for himself and his crews. He really cares about his projects and he brings pride and professionalism to every job site.

When he is not working Luis enjoys a game of soccer, spending time with his family and community. He credits his wife with bringing balance to his life.
 


Arturo Garcia

Foreman

Arturo started his training as a painter 18 years ago.  He is proficient in all aspects of interior and exterior painting. Arturo is extremely hard working and reliable.  He take a lot of pride in developing his crew and motivating others.

Arturo is able to create a very positive work environment, crews love working with him because of his can-do attitude and the pride he takes in a job well done.  When he is not working he loves spending time with his family and his young son.


Erick Vidal-Espinoza

Foreman

Foreman Erick Vidal-Espinoza is a vital part of the H&F squad.  He was introduced to the trade through his family and has been in the industry for over 20 years.  His energy and ability to manage both interior and exterior projects at a high level make him unique.  He takes pride in getting his work just right and fulfilling the client’s vision.

Erick is easygoing and respectful, making him a joy to work with for the painters in his crew.

When he’s not working Erick enjoys spending quality time with his children.


Jhobani Cortes

Foreman

Jhobani brings over 15 years of experience to the H&F team.  Working as a painter with his cousin sparked his interest in painting and he has been with Heather & French for over 8 years, working his way up to Foreman.  Jhobani loves arriving at an unfinished job site and giving it the life and color that the client wants.

Jhobani performs great sprays and brushwork, his specialty is kitchens, and his cabinetry work is among the best in the Bay Area.  You can tell he has a passion for the trade.


Juan Cortez

Master Painter, Specialty Finishes

Juan is one of H&F’s most distinguished painters, with almost 20 years of experience under his belt, 8 of them with Heather & French.  He is an expert with specialty finishes, staining, and Venetian plaster.  His attention to detail is outstanding, and he is always acquiring new techniques, most recently with washing.  These skills, combined with patience, always help him deliver great work.

Juan’s favorite part of his job is seeing the satisfaction on a client’s face.  Responsible and thorough, other painters say Juan is a joy to work with.

When he isn’t working, Juan enjoys spending time with his family and going out to eat with them at restaurants around the Bay Area.