PROFESSIONAL REMODELER - Key Persons
F.H. Perry Builder Owner Allison Iantosca shares the experience of writing a book based on her company's values
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- Director of Business Development
- Sales Manager
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- President of Owens Construction
Owens is president of Owens Construction, a leading residential design-build firm in central Ohio that he established in 1982. The company completes 30 to 40 projects a year with a focus on energy-efficient technology, and creating welcoming home environments.
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- Founder of Tundraland Home Improvements
- Industry Leader
Brian Gottlieb is the founder of Tundraland Home Improvements and current CEO of Renewal by Andersen of Greater Wisconsin.
Caroline Broderick is the Managing Editor for Pro Remodeler. Most recently, she served as the associate editor for PR's sister publications, Pro Builder, Custom Builder, and PRODUCTS where she covered design, building products, trends, and more in the residential construction industry. She can be reached at cbroderick@sgcmail.com.
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- Group Director - Principal
- MANAGEMENT / SALES
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- Founder of Rebel Builders, Aims to Go Against the Traditional
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- Director, Home Improvement
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- Integrated Media Advisor Principal: Eastern Canada
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- Project / Campaign Manager, Events
Where McDermott brought in traditional management training, his father brought in passion for people and love of construction. It's what initially pushed his father to open the company back in 1984, and aligns with many business owners' entrances into the industry. Those values remained with McDermott, but he now had a drive to raise standards even higher.
McDermott Remodeling was no stranger to the ebbs and flows of profitability, much like other small businesses. Once McDermott finished purchasing the company in 2015, it became his mission to end the cyclicality of profitability and establish ways to create more security.
The first order of business included trimming down offerings to create a stronger focus on desired projects. Previously, the company "did everything under the sun," as McDermott puts it. That included HVAC, handyman services, and waterproofing.
The business transitioned into a design-build model shortly after, and McDermott began charging for design in 2015. With this new model, the company now averages a $110,000 ticket for larger kitchen and bathroom projects.
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- Director of Sales
- Vice President