After decades in the flooring industry, Michael Barrows thought he was ready to retire. Instead, he found himself embarking on an entirely new adventure—opening Atlanta Flooring Studio in Alpharetta, Georgia, in 2024 alongside his business partner Mimi Mulugeta, who made her own career shift from telecommunications to flooring just a few years ago.
The duo previously worked together at Atlanta Flooring Design, a flooring company, where they developed both a strong professional relationship and a shared vision for customer service. When circumstances led to Barrow’s departure from his previous position, Mulugeta didn't hesitate to join him in the new venture.