AI RESTORATION - Key Persons


Andy Kennedy

Job Titles:
  • Lead Technician

Bryan Darby - COO

Job Titles:
  • Co - Owner
  • COO
  • Head of Operations
  • Partner
Bryan Darby is Co-Owner and Head of Operations for Ai Restoration, the industry leader in exterior building envelope remediation and moisture management. Bryan began his career with Ai Restoration in 2005 while attending Bloomsburg University where he graduated with a B.S. Degree in Accounting. After graduation and having always been drawn toward the construction industry, Bryan decided to use his passion, work ethic and dedication to help continue the growth of the already successful Ai Restoration. Having held all positions from a field laborer to his role today, taught Bryan the requirements to lead a successful organization that focuses on internal teamwork, customer service, and forward-thinking. These three characteristics, with an overall commitment to quality and excellence, is what continues to allow Bryan and all of the Ai Restoration team to surpass industry standards and lead the way as the most respected organization in the business.

Dave Zimmerman

Job Titles:
  • Construction Manager

Gavin Semrow - CEO, Founder

Job Titles:
  • CEO
  • Founder
  • Member of AWCI
Before he founded Ai Restoration, Gavin was heavily involved in Semrow Construction for almost a decade. It was a decade of mastering all facets in the construction of residential homes. After growing up in the construction industry and studying architecture at the University of Wisconsin, Gavin founded Ai Restoration and dedicated the business to solving concerns related to water/moisture intrusion on exterior building envelopes. Gavin's mission is to take pride in Ai Restoration's commitment to excellence, strive to inspire and empower his employees to be passionate and confident to produce the highest quality workmanship obtainable. As part of that, Gavin ensures that Ai employs the latest technology available, and that he himself continues to obtain the latest education and training related to constructing high performance exterior building envelopes. Gavin is a member of AWCI (Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry), PHRC (Pennsylvania Housing Research Center), Building Science Corporation, the Historical Society of Bucks County and Doylestown Chamber of Commerce. Current certifications are from; Dorken Group, Fortifiber Building Systems Group, Benjamin Obdyke, CertainTeed, James Hardie, Norandex, Marvin, Pella, Anderson, Thoro, Parex, Dryvit, Aquron and Mapei. Outside of the office, Gavin is committed to spending as much time with his son as possible, exploring and appreciating all that this amazing world has to offer. He is passionate about helping dogs in need and enjoys working with local shelters and rescues. Gavin loves to stay active and there's a very good chance you'll run into him and his dog Baron if you are out hiking, running or even skiing on some mountain in the middle of nowhere. Be sure to say hi!

John Flores

Job Titles:
  • Technician

Karen Freeman

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager
Karen Freeman is the Office Manager for Ai Restoration. She was an Executive Assistant for a large mortgage insurance company before becoming a stay-at-home mom to three boys. When Karen was ready to re-enter the work force, she met Gavin and immediately knew his dog-friendly office was the perfect fit. Now that Ai has moved to their new location in Pipersville, Karen enjoys meeting customers and showing them the various siding and stone samples within the showroom. When she isn't at the office, she loves spending time with her family and friends at the Jersey shore, tailgating at Ursinus football games and cheering for the WVU Mountaineers, GV Jags, Ridley Raiders, Pals softball team, and of course, the Phillies, Sixers and Eagles!

Matt Jennings

Job Titles:
  • Construction Manager

Mike Kehs

Job Titles:
  • Quality Control Inspector