KIEL THOMSON COMPANY - Key Persons
April holds an accounting degree from Northern Kentucky University, where she was an athlete. That experience gave her the ability to determine what a team needs and how to get those needs met.
She's worked in accounts payable and receivable and as a staff accountant/auditor. Through that, she learned that she could simplify complicated concepts. She likes to find challenges, then the best way to find solutions. She loves the KTC team and thinks the projects we build are amazing. In the future, April looks forward to all things financial.
Becca Taylor is one of KTC's newest employees, coming to us from a teaching background. Most recently at Atherton High School, Becca also has experience running her own business and understands how to stay organized and focused on the tasks ahead - much needed qualities in an Estimator. Communicating and connecting with clients provides Becca with what she needs to get our projects started in the right direction - listening is one of the most important aspects of her job.
Dawn comes to KTC Construction with a finance background, giving her a strong foundation for helping Kiel take KTC to a higher level. But the best aspect of her work history comes from working in customer service. She understands that the best way to interact with clients is to present estimates to them in a language they can understand and then walk them through the project process. This has allowed for a more relaxed, less stressful experience.
She loves being such a big part of a small business.
Dawns says, "I believe in the value of an even temperament. Listening enables a good memory, but being organized lets me find details when I can't remember them. All of us on the KTC team get to decide how we grow, what path we take, and how we help this company evolve. I'm proud to be a part of it. It's vital that every client we have feels special - that their project is as big of a deal to us as it is to them. I hope that all of us at KTC can help our clients understand that about us - we're all dedicated, passionate people who want to do the best job we can and create some happy clients."
Edina has been working in office management for over 19 years and has been with Kiel Thomson Company since 2015. She tracks team members and coordinates with Project Controls to help associates prepare for various projects. She is skilled in Quickbooks, CoConstruct management, billing, creating estimates, project support, HR administration, and Six Sigma Training.
"I like working alongside clients and the team and managing all aspects of the employment process. I look forward to expanding my knowledge and watching us grow by helping with existing and new projects, taking our company to a better and higher standard."
Job Titles:
- Project Manager / Project Support
Kenan was born in Sanjak, Serbia. In 1993, he and his family escaped the war in Serbia and moved to Germany, where Kenan worked in the construction industry. Kenan and his family had the opportunity to move to Louisville in 1997. After arriving, Kenan joined Kiel Thomson Company and began working directly with Kiel.
In addition to managing projects, Kenan supports other project managers in applying strategies in the field. His dedication shows in the consistent quality of projects at KTC.
"We're more than a team here. We are a family. I can count on them, and they can count on me. In the end, our clients win because of our family's alliance."
Kevin comes to KTC with over 35 years of sales and management experience in the television industry and a passion for renovating and restoring older homes. Ready for a career change, he made the transition to KTC. Kevin understands the importance of managing timelines, budgets, and expectations. Problem-solving, attention to detail, and listening to the client's needs are key to his approach to project management.
Laura comes to KTC with over 25 years of experience designing custom cabinetry and living spaces in Louisville. Her ability to listen to clients' needs and wishes and her attention to detail results in projects that exceed our clients' desires. She tracks and manages each project from concept to completion and briefs clients one on one.
"I like working with the KTC team and think of us as a close-knit, happy family. I look forward to growing with KTC. We produce beautiful projects."
Mike has been building, remodeling, and designing homes for over 25 years. His experience and understanding of the construction process allow him to play an integral role in project development and management. The most rewarding part for him is working with clients to assist them in designing and building their homes and businesses.
Paul Shockley has over 20 years of experience in the building industry and works in scheduling, estimating, sales, and task management at KTC. Before coming to KTC, he operated his own construction business. Paul likes addressing the challenges that come with this business and interacting with team members, clients, and subcontractors. Although he spends time in the office, he likes being in the field to survey projects.
Most of Phil's professional career has been in residential construction and remodeling. He has worked in every aspect of home building, from landscaping to historical restoration, from being hands-on on the jobsite, to working in the office helping clients make their projects a reality.
Steve has worked with Kiel on select projects for many years and joined the company in a permanent position more than six years ago. He comes to KTC with over 30 years experience in the film business, involved in projects ranging from the thousands to millions of dollars in countries around the world.
Job Titles:
- Master Carpenter / Cabinet Maker
Tom started as an apprentice carpenter in 1967 and became a union carpenter two years later. A few years after that, he started his own framing company. Tom left his company to become a superintendent with a regional home builder, then later became an instructor and site superintendent for one of three carpenter training programs in the nation for five years. He became a registered remodeler/builder, owning his own company for over 30 years, and has been working with KTC since 2012.