Will Sheils: Partner
Will is an Annapolis native. He grew up sailing and continued the sport while on the off-shore sailing team at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. After graduating from St. Mary’s Will started a small residential paint company in 2007. He saw a need for a small dependable painter to service Annapolis, and that is when Blue Star was born. In 2011, Will went back to get his MBA at University of Maryland Global Campus. While Will was getting his MBA, he saw the need to offer renovation services to fit with his clients growing needs. Will still lives in Annapolis with his wife Carolyn and their son and daughter. Will still loves to sail and watch sail boat races from his powerboat.
Sebastian Franco: Paint Project Manager
Sebastian resides in Crofton, MD, but is originally from Cali, Colombia. He made his way here for his success in racquetball. As an avid racquetball player, Sebastian has great energy and focus which he also brings to his job here
at Blue Star. Sebastian is now a project manager for the paint side of Blue Star, but has had project management experience in the past. His background was in multi-unit construction. His energy and smile always brightens up
the day whenever he is in the office or on a job site. Sebastian loves spending time with his wife Sam and their son
and daughter. When Sebastian is not at Blue Star or spending time with his family, he still plays racquetball.
Darden Pickall: Carpentry Project Manager
With strong family roots in Annapolis, Darden joins the Blue Star team from Easton. Darden attended St. Mary’s College of Maryland. During his time at St. Mary’s, Darden was a member of the rugby team and sailed on the off-shore sailing team, where he met Will. Darden’s love and skill for woodworking came from his father. He has a passion for carpentry and problem-solving which you can see in his final work. Darden’s addition to the company helped Blue Star expand their service offerings and allows Blue Star to be the company you know it as today. He prides himself in incorporating client wants and needs into the plans and final design of a project. Darden now lives in Wye Mills with his partner Charlotte where they foster dogs.
John Emrick: Carpentry Project Manager
Another asset to the Blue Star team is John. He has lived in Annapolis all his life and knows the area well. John has gained previous experience in commercial renovations and residential kitchen and bathroom renovations before starting at Blue Star. John’s extensive experience, knowledge of materials, and calm approach makes him an essential part of Blue Star. He is a project manager and handles many of our carpentry projects. In John’s free time, you may see him bartending at the local American Legion or spending time with friends and family outdoors.
