Member Profiles
Get to know the chapter’s committee chairs, title sponsors, and fellow members with our Member Profiles.
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2023 Title Sponsor: Cincinnati Commercial Contracting - Tom Shumaker
Tom Shumaker, Director of Business Development, Cincinnati Commercial Contracting. “We especially thrive in a design assist role, particularly when design professionals seek our expertise with pre-engineered metal building systems.”
2021 Title Sponsor: Harlan Graphics
Rob Stewart, Sales, Harlan Graphics. “We produce wall murals, environmental graphics, ADA, wayfinding, framing and matting services, and small format printing. We even have a full metal shop, wood shop, and paint booth to produce prototypes, from concept to finished products.”
2021 Title Sponsor: Oswald Companies
At Oswald we are advocates for the design industry, with an average tenure of 15 years in the business, our team not only keeps a pulse on the insurance market but also the legislative and trade issues.
2020 Title Sponsor: Tisdel Distributing - Joceyln Privett
Jocelyn Privett, Showroom Manager, Tisdel Distributing. “When a client wants to come into the showroom for a tour and product selection, I meet with them. On the education front, we provide CEU opportunities and soon we will have the largest showroom within this region that architects can bring their clients to for an immersive experience.”
2020 Title Sponsor: Cincinnati Commercial Contracting - Tom Shumaker
Tom Shumaker, Director of Business Development, Cincinnati Commercial Contracting. “We especially thrive in a design assist role, particularly when design professionals seek our expertise with pre-engineered metal building systems.”
2020 Title Sponsor: The V Collective
Dan Becker, Designer, The V Collective. “My work as a designer and project manager at The V Collective really combines my architectural background of both design and construction management but takes it from the macro-level of an entire building or room to this very specific micro-level of the cabinetry and/or trim and these elements within the larger context.”
2020 Sesquicentennial Sponsor: Marsh Window and Door Classics
Dave Greene, Montgomery Branch Manager/Cincinnati Marvin Sales, Marsh Window and Door Classics. “Marsh has ability, experience, and expertise to advise, collaborate, and facilitate specifying complex window and door solutions. We strive to be Trusted Advisors for Architects and their clients.”
2020 Title Sponsor: Hamilton Parker - Amie Anderl
Amie Anderl, Director of Cincinnati Branch, Hamilton Parker. “Hamilton Parker’s core purpose is to achieve our customer’s vision through trust and expertise. In order to do this, our team works with customers to specify the right materials for both residential and commercial projects, keeping both budget and timelines in mind.”
2020 Title Sponsor: Oswald Companies
Brian Baumgardner, Associate Client Executive, Oswald Companies. “The design and construction field is risky and although we can’t help [architects] be better designers we can help them see the risks and manage accordingly through the services we offer, which include contract reviews, education opportunities and deep experience in the design industry.”
2020 Title Sponsor: Kirker Kubala
Jeff Kirker, Founder and Owner, Kirker Kubala. “We offer custom design and installation for indoor and outdoor spaces, from the Art Climb to the Saks 5th Avenue in New York City, we bring creativity, vision, and experience to every project.”
2020 Title Sponsor: Cincinnati Commercial Contracting - John Westheimer
John Westheimer, President, Cincinnati Commercial Contracting. “Our team of professionals know that bringing each job in on-time and on-budget is the standard all clients deserve, and should always expect from their builder. This is the standard that we continually strive to achieve.”
2020 Title Sponsor: Hamilton Parker - Amanda Thom
Amanda Thom, Commercial Account Specialist, Hamilton Parker, Southwest. “Tile has always been fascinating to me and when I discovered that Hamilton Parker was hiring, I jumped at the chance. I started as a Tile Design Consultant in the showroom, then the Residential Account Specialist for the Cincinnati area designers and architects. When the Commercial position became available, I was hesitant but I’ve never looked back.”
2020 Title Sponsor: Mansion Hill Custom Floors
Jeff Rose & Bill Walz, Co-Owners, Mansion Hill Custom Floors. “We want to be a trusted resource for the Architectural community, that means making sure our Architect partners have the proper applications and processes in place to make sure that their clients get a superior and functional product.”
2020 Title Sponsor: The V Collective
Art Dierks, Chief Operating Officer, The V Collective. “Our team can collaborate on design, or just manage the build and installation of cabinetry that was already designed and specified. During the process, we work closely with the architect through an exchange of shop drawings.”
2020 Title Sponsor: The English Contractor
Craig Russell, Founder & CEO, The English Contractor & Remodeling Services. “As a home building and remodeling company, it is our passion to deliver the architect’s vision and the client’s expectations. “
2020 Title Sponsor: Tisdel Distributing - Amanda Cook
Amanda Cook, Territory Sales Manager, Tisdel Distributing- Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove Distributor. “We provide education and resources for the architectural community for any Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove products.”
2020 Title Sponsor: GOP Limited
John Dorich, Partner, GOP Limited Structural Engineers. “We specialize in the design of buildings and related structures. Our clients are mainly architects, but we also work for contractors, building owners, and some residential clients.”