On the Lookout

Grew up in: Belmont, MA

Education: Devine has a degree in finance from Boston University.

Role model: It seems the apple didn’t fall far from the tree. Devine’s father had his own business for many years. “I developed a keen interest from him,” Devine explains.

Keys to catalog success:

Customer service. “Our philosophy ... is to simulate the best in the business, to follow leaders such as L.L. Bean, for example.”