Surface Specialists - Tub Repair and Refinishing Experts

Meet our Team


Dan Kaplan

Franchisor / President

  • 1989: Opened Surface Specialists of Charlotte.
    Sold in 2005
  • 2002: Became Franchisor / President of Surface Specialists Systems, Inc.
  • 2007: Opened Surface Specialists of Catawba Valley.
    Sold in 2013
  • 2011: Co-Opened Surface Specialists of Columbia

In his free time, Dan enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, attending an eclectic mix of concerts, traveling, golfing and fishing.

Email: dan@surfacespecialists.com


Miranda Kaplan

Vice President

  • 1989: Opened Surface Specialists of Charlotte.
    Sold in 2005
  • 2002: Became Vice President of Surface Specialists Systems, Inc.

In her free time, Miranda enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, reading and spending time with her dogs, cats and horses.

Email: miranda@surfacespecialists.com


Amy Irali

Marketing/Sales Director

  • Joined Surface Specialists Systems, Inc in Missouri as Marketing/Sales Director
  • 2002: Relocated with Surface Specialists Systems, Inc to North Carolina

In her free time, Amy enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cake decorating, baking, creating stained glass pieces, reading and volunteers as a Girl Scout leader.

Email: amy@surfacespecialists.com


Megan Kaplan

Shipping Manager & Admin Assistant

  • Joined Surface Specialists Systems, Inc in 2017

In her free time, Megan enjoys spending time with her family, visiting art museums, attending concerts and expanding her knowledge of history through various mediums and activities.    

Email: megan@surfacespecialists.com


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