J & R Tile, Inc. was founded in July 1984 by two brothers, Raymond and John Kotara. Both men gained their knowledge in the tile industry from hands on experience. They began as laborer/helpers for Villa Tile Company. John and Raymond progressed through the apprenticeship program of the bricklayers union and became certified mechanics. In 1984 Aetna Enterprises was for sale. The brothers purchased the company and changed the name to J&R Tile, Inc. Raymond lost his battle with cancer in 2001. John remains the owner and continues running the business.

The Estimating/Project Manager staff includes Merrill T. Moy, Executive Vice President and Commercial Estimator. Merrill joined the company in May 2000 bringing with him over 30 years experience in the construction industry predominately as a field superintendent.

Christine A. Kotara, John's wife, is the Corporate Treasurer and Controller and handles the office, payroll, and contract requirements. She has a degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Her construction background comes from employment with Stanley Structures, Inc., a subsidiary of Stanley Works, Inc.; and Southern Steel, Inc., a manufacturer of detention equipment.

Pamela Scribner, CSI, CCA, joined J&R in January 2004 as an Estimator/Project Manager. Pam has a vast knowledge of project management. She also has over 25 years of construction related experience.

Catherine Moy is a part-time Administrative Assistant and full-time student at University of Texas at San Antonio where she is persuing a counselor's degree. She takes time every year to tend to some missionary ministry overseas. During the Christmas holiday, she spends her vacation in Mexico doing missionary work with her father.