Michael Klein

About Michael Klein

I am the Chief Executive Officer of The Airoom Companies, Chicago’s most trusted home remodeling and design-build firm, continuing a family legacy founded in 1958 by my father. I lead the company’s long-term strategy while remaining deeply involved in daily operations to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes across every project.I began my career at Airoom in 1983, gaining hands-on field experience before advancing through design, sales, and executive leadership. Over the course of my career, I have been directly responsible for more than $1.5 billion in completed design-build projects. Prior to becoming CEO, I served as Vice President during a pivotal period of growth, operational refinement, and brand expansion.Beyond Airoom, I have founded and led multiple companies spanning architecture, finance, construction, software, and luxury residential development, including Airoom Architects, Lamb Financial Corporation (originating over $1 billion in residential mortgages), START Systems, Builders Escrow & Title Agency (BETA), and Michael Bennett Homes. Through Michael Bennett Homes, I have designed and built some of the most recognized and luxurious custom residences, including a record-setting sale in West Aspen, reflecting a commitment to architectural excellence, craftsmanship, and market-leading results.I am actively involved in industry and leadership organizations including YPO/WPO, NARI, NKBA, NAHB, and the Better Business Bureau, and I founded the Airoom Charitable Foundation to support philanthropy and community engagement. Throughout my career, my focus has remained constant: building enduring businesses, delivering exceptional client outcomes, and advancing the standards of the design-build industry.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Airoom Architects, Builders, and Remodelers

   Jun 1983 — Present · US

Education

• Indiana University - Kelley School of Business

  BS, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies

  1983

Skills

• Interior Design
• Investments
• Business Strategy
• Renovation
• Residential Homes
• Sales
• Architecture
• Team Building
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Due Diligence
• Mortgage Lending
• Financial Modeling
• Capital
• Construction
• Real Estate
• Strategic Planning
• Entrepreneurship
• Finance
• Funding
• Financial Analysis
• Mergers
• Mortgage Banking
• Negotiation
• Sales Management
• Corporate Development
• New Business Development
• Marketing Strategy
• Real Estate Economics
• Private Equity
• Management
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Budgets
• Green Building
• Investment Properties
• Contract Negotiation
• Architectures
• Start-Ups
• Business Development
• Venture Capital
• Marketing