Once upon an American Dream…during an era not too long ago, in a land some of us still recognize, my father, Rene Olguin-Hobart, began his journey to secure a better future for his family.

Equipped with not much more than the necessity to succeed, my father left his family in Mexico and began working as a stock boy in Stillwater, MN.

Through his diligence, work ethic, and willingness to accept responsibilities beyond the “job description,” he slowly advanced to become assistant treasurer and helped manage a small chain of grocery stores.  At the time, he did not have more than a high school education. However, he surpassed his co-workers, purchased a house, and was able to comfortably raise his family in the United States of America.

On February 10, 1966, Rene’s first wife passed away. He returned to Mexico, where he met my mother, Estela Carrillo. They married and eventually moved to San Antonio to begin a tile company.

My grandfather, Raymundo Carrillo, was a second-generation producer of hand-painted Talavera tiles and Carrillo floor pavers. He helped my father with the initial inventory for the tile company, Reeso Tiles, Inc. In 1967, during the early days of Reeso Tiles, my father worked nights at a Stop-N-Go Corner Store. After many years of adversity, hard work, and the blessings of God, Reeso Tiles, Inc. has become one of the oldest and largest importers of hand-crafted Mexican products in the United States.

My family and I will always be indebted to my father for his efforts. I thank him for the opportunity to continue the family’s tradition of excellence. I am determined to serve God by serving my community, my customers, employees, and suppliers according to the highest standards.

Michael Olguin

Reeso Tiles ships nationally, and offers service throughout the state of Texas, including in San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, Corpus Christi, Laredo, and many other smaller cities. Contact us for quotes on installation and refinishing of Saltillo tile, as well as for assistance in choosing tile for your needs. Many come from hundreds of miles away to visit our San Antonio showroom at 1022 Vance Jackson Road. At the showroom we have design assistants available, and customers can view our full range of Saltillo and Talavera styles and colors and pick up samples to take home. If you are designing a kitchen backsplash or shower surround, our design assistance is especially valuable. Call to schedule a consultation, so we can spend the time necessary to give the best possible assistance. If a trip to our showroom is not possible, let us assist you by phone at 210-736-2634.

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