What does Top Notch Themes do? How did it get its start?

TopNotchThemes sells premium Drupal themes through our online store. We only do Drupal, and create themes that are ready to go with awesome designs and a huge amount of regions, settings, and other features. We also do custom Drupal theming.

We started this business because not everyone has the money or time for a custom design and theme. Drupal's historical weakness in the theme department has prevented many organizations from adopting it, and we're here to provide an affordable option for those who want a powerful, full-service theme.

How did you come to specialize in Drupal themes?

I'd been tinkering with it since late 2005, but in 2007 I was hired by CivicActions as a themer. My business partner/husband got drawn into the Drupalsphere too, and theming became a full time job for both of us. We were the themers on the websites for Amnesty International and WITNESS, as well as numerous smaller projects. It's a great space to be in if you like to dabble in many areas.

Tell us about a recent project Top Notch Themes did that you found particularly interesting?
Hearing from happy customers who have just launched a site using one of our themes is the most interesting and rewarding part. We have such a range of customers, from first time CMS users to serious Drupal developers. We're always looking for new ways to push the envelope with theming and provide features that both of these groups are looking for.

What are you most looking forward to at DrupalCon?
It will be great to have 3/4 of our team together (unfortunately one of our themers can't make it), and to be sponsors! DrupalCons are always an amazing experience, and this is the first one we'll be attending since launching TopNotchThemes. We're very much looking forward to learning and growing from getting the feedback of the participants there and hearing more about what people are looking for in Drupal themes.