# Draper Adds Architectural Specifications Manager in South Central U.S.

By Terry Coffey · Published 2023-11-29 · Updated 2026-06-22 · Professional AV on MarketScale
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> A veteran specifications specialist brings three decades of architectural expertise to strengthen the company's presence across the south-central region

## Key points

- Jay Linville brings over 30 years of architectural experience to Draper.
- Draper aims to strengthen its presence in the south-central U.S. market.
- Linville will collaborate with architects on window shades and AV solutions.

**(Spiceland, Ind.) –** **Draper, Inc.**, has announced the addition of an Architectural Specifications Manager for the south-central United States. **Jay Linville** joins Draper after more than 30 years of experience working with the architectural community—including major players in the commercial window shading industry.

"Jay's experience working with architects specifying [solar control solutions](https://marketscale.com/industries/architecture-and-design/diving-into-drapers-tailored-solar-control-solutions/) for major commercial projects will be invaluable to our efforts in this part of the country," said **Jentry Wittkamper**, Draper Director of Sales. "Jay is well respected in the architectural community and has a lot of close contacts. Not only will he be able to quickly leverage his experience on the shading side but will also be able to work with architects on gym equipment and audiovisual equipment as well."

> Jay is well respected in the architectural community and has a lot of close contacts.
> *— Jentry Wittkamper, Director of Sales at Draper, Inc.*

Draper was founded in 1902 as a manufacturer of window shades for schools, Draper also makes motorized shading systems for the commercial and residential markets; AV projection screens and lifts; custom AV mounts and structures; and custom solar control solutions. Draper is also the largest architectural gym equipment manufacturer in North America.

Linville will work with **Patrick Herron**, LEED Green Associate, Regional Sales Director for the western USA, to promote the specification of window shades, gymnasium equipment, and audiovisual equipment.

"Draper has a great reputation in the architectural community for manufacturing quality solutions," said Linville. "I'm excited about this opportunity and anticipate a highly successful partnership."

> I'm excited about this opportunity and anticipate a highly successful partnership.
> *— Jay Linville, Architectural Specifications Manager at Draper, Inc.*

To learn more about specifying Draper products in the south-central U.S., contact Jay Linville at [jay.linville@DraperInc.com](mailto:jay.linville@DraperInc.com) or 469.925.7050.

### About the Company

Based in Spiceland, Indiana, Draper manufactures window shades, solar control solutions, projection screens, AV mounts and structures, and gymnasium equipment. The family-owned and -operated business was founded in 1902 by Luther O. Draper and is owned and managed by his descendants. Draper ships products to dealers throughout the United States and more than 100 countries. To learn more, visit [www.draperathome.com](http://www.draperathome.com).

**Media Contact:**

Terry Coffey

Phone: 765-856-1230

E-mail: [tcoffey@draperinc.com](mailto:tcoffey@draperinc.com)

Website: [www.draperinc.com](http://www.draperinc.com)

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