OPAL - Key Persons
Jason Woodward, Chief Operating Officer, brings organization and precision to the many processes that go into building new homes or the historic renovation of OPaL homes. Most recently, Jason served as a member of the Senior Executive Service in the Federal Government. In addition to providing assistance or supervision for hundreds of employees, he was responsible for operational planning, internal oversight, finance and budget, space planning and facilities management, and human resources. Juggling diverse duties for a Government organization puts Jason in good stead to manage the many details that go into ensuring OPaL's urban developments, custom homes and historic renovations are delivered on-time, on-budget and within defined parameters.
A native of Kansas, Jason is a veteran himself, having served eight years in the US Army in various logistical and operations positions. He holds a trio of master's degrees - in Business Administration, Public Health and Nutrition - as well as a certificate in Executive Leadership. Jason is also a registered and licensed dietitian and ascribes to the motto tha tthe heart of the home rests in the kitchen; a philosophy embraced fully in each OPaL home design.
Ken is a people person who worked his way through the ranks from laborer to leader, and he has managed scores of custom home builds - and hundreds of production home builds - over the course of his career. That comprehensive perspective gives him an unmatched eye for detail and budget, and his deep experience in the region brings him a cache of trusted contractors he has relied on over the years to deliver superior quality work. This family-like approach brings an added level of comfort and confidence to our customers as they move through the oft-stressful process of building their custom renovation, addition or home. Keeping his energy high for the job, Ken is a fitness enthusiast who loves to swim and play tennis with his wife. He is also a new granddad to Olivia Kirsten.
Job Titles:
- Senior VP of Construction
Peter Nelson, Senior VP of Construction grew up the son of a US Ambassador in Africa and Bethesda. His upbringing allows for an enlightened worldview, which Peter brings to the home building industry. Never one to be comfortable with conforming and simply fitting-in, Peter knows his personality and home building philosophy are in perfect harmony with the homes of OPaL, LLC.
After two decades managing the construction of 20,000 homes with one of the nation's leading homebuilders, NVHomes, Peter has found the perfect match for both his skills and his aesthetic. He is a stickler for detail and OPaL gives him the opportunity to build homes to his discerning standards without cutting corners to meet corporate agendas. His passion and care, combined with OPaL's quality-driven philosophy, allow him to attract the finest craftsmen, work with the best materials and achieve the highest standards of homebuilding in his career. This level of skill and pride results in an overall efficiency and attention to detail that allows OPaL to deliver greater value in terms of maintenance-free materials, premium standard features and enduring homeowner satisfaction.
Sean Ruppert, President of OPaL, grew up in suburban Baltimore County. After graduating from Loyola University, he moved to the National Capital Area in 1994 and began his successful career in the new home industry. In 2003 Sean started OPaL; successfully closing over 350 homes since. Sean believes the appeal of an OPaL home starts with unique design where natural light, sightlines and connection to the outdoors drive the process. Sean and OPaL have become increasingly picky over the locations where they build an OPaL project. "The location determines the identity of the project and ultimately elevates OPaL, channeling our success into the 2020's".