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Hi! I’m Christine “Chicka” Shanklin, Organizing Guru behind Beyond the Sort with Closets by Chicka in Dallas, Texas.

A Note From Chicka

After my first career in Fashion Merchandising, I started my first Professional Organizing business Closets by Chicka in 2006 and have never looked back.

I absolutely love what I do and want to share the gift of organizing with you– not only for your home, but for your life, too! That’s why I launched Beyond the Sort in 2021, so I could continue the conversation after the organizing work is done. Organizing is FUN and my #1 Goal is to make it FUN for ALL of you!

What can you expect from Chicka?

  • Complete confidentiality

  • Compassionate, non-judgmental assistance and support

  • A customized organizational plan designed to meet your goals and needs

  • Creative and innovative solutions that you feel comfortable with

  • FUN while organizing!

Professional Bio:

Christine “Chicka” Shanklin has over 18 years experience as a business owner and Professional Organizer, is a former member of the National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals (NAPO), has previously served 5 years on the Board of Directors of the NAPO-DFW Chapter, is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin University with a B.S. in Business and Fashion Merchandising, and is an honored recipient of the Edna Wilkins Teagargen award for excellence in her field.

Volunteer and Leadership Positions:

NAPO-DFW Board Member:

  • Past President (2009 - 2011)

  • President (2008 – 2009)

  • Vice President (2007-2008)

  • Director of Membership (2006 - 2007)

Dallas Holiday Parade Volunteer (25+ years, since 1998)

Heroes for Children 5K Volunteer (15+ years, since 2005)

United Way Big Sister Volunteer (8 years, 1993 - 2001)