Maggie Smith saw a need for a network of art installers back in 1985 when she started Art Source Online, one of the industry's first e-commerce art businesses, a distinction which earned her a feature in INC. magazine. As a full-service art provider, she hired installers and based them out of her Milwaukee frame shop. Then she met Chris Kulow, a freelance installer from Tennessee. His work ethic, professionalism & craftsmanship impressed her greatly. Since Nashville International Airport was an inexpensive hub, he was able to travel efficiently and she outsourced to him for 15 years.

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In 2007, Maggie hired a web designer named Scott Solda. He upgraded her website and also took an interest in the art installation process. Scott approached Maggie with a plan to make installs more efficient, she liked the idea and made him her Installation Coordinator. Scott recruited and vetted installers to complete her nationwide projects, conducted time studies, researched the local costs of living, and negotiated standardized prices for future installs. With the data he collected, formulas were created which predicted installation times and labor costs. Maggie saw immediate savings in travel expenses and was eventually able to eliminate those expenses completely.

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On August 23rd, 2015, Scott uploaded a computer program that utilized a database of installers and integrated it with pricing, scheduling, and file-sharing services. Art Installer Network started operations as a provider of Information Services, with a system that located the closest, most qualified installer available for any art project.

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Since then, Maggie sold Art Source Online and is now A.I.N.'s President. Scott works on the website, and Chris works as Field Director and liaison to the 1200+ independent installers registered to the Network, all working at standardized prices and practices, all looking forward to helping you with your projects.