| Team Leaders |
| Dean Hanson |
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| Title: |
President/Owner |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 110 - |
| Email: |
dhanson@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
1979 |
| Education: |
B.S. Education |
| Favorite Quote: |
“Once our eyes are opened we cannot pretend we do not know what to do. God, who weighs our hearts and keeps our souls, knows we know and holds us responsible to act.” |
| Story: |
Dean started this all with his dad, Ken, remodeling homes in Anoka. Today, with over 30 years of experience, Dean has fashioned Hanson Builders into a company of excellence. He uses both his technical construction skills and his business skills to achieve success. Personally, Dean enjoys traveling and spending time with his family. |
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| Mark Englund |
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| Title: |
Vice President of Design |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 117 - |
| Email: |
menglund@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2002 |
| Education: |
B.A. - North Park Univ |
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After 20 years designing & photographing new homes, Mark thought it was time to build some homes. Nationally recognized as a speaker and writer on all topics design. Mark provides a great perspective to Hanson Builders. Well liked by everyone, Mark brings enthusiasm and expertise in many areas. Mark enjoys team sports, travel, and church involvement. |
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| Steve Kothman |
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| Title: |
General Manager |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 124 - |
| Email: |
skothman@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
1981 |
| Education: |
B.A. Finance |
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| Story: |
Steve's been here since the beginning and is the heartbeat of the dozens of crews that craft every home that we build. He is a consummate perfectionist who stays until the job is done right. Steve's versatility and leadership are appreciated by employees, sub-contractors, and customers alike. Along with his never ending dry sense of humor, Steve enjoys hunting and spending time with his sons. The Kothmans live in Andover. |
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| Don Skelly |
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| Title: |
Director of Sales |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 108 - 763-286-2563 |
| Email: |
dskelly@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
1996 |
| Education: |
B.A. Business |
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Now in his second decade with Hanson Builders, Don joined HBI from the car industry to help organize processes. His sense of humor, optimism, and focused effort on marketing are great additions to Hanson Builders. Pastimes include reading, handyman projects, and church involvement. |
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| Sales & Marketing |
| Linda Holmberg |
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| Title: |
Web Designer |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 114 - |
| Email: |
lholmberg@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2005 |
| Education: |
BS National American Univ |
| Favorite Quote: |
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase." |
| Story: |
Linda is our "web-master" and is responsible for our gorgeous web site and the maintenance. Linda is involved with the sound technology at her church, and enjoys athletics - when her three daughters are not demanding her attention. |
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| Amanda Johnson |
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| Title: |
Association/Marketing |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 - 612-919-3422 |
| Email: |
ajohnson@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
1998 |
| Education: |
BA Communication |
| Favorite Quote: |
Be the change you want to see in the world. |
| Story: |
Amanda manages all of our associations. Basically, she insures positive ongoing relationships with all our homeowners. She also works on marketing projects. At home she loves being with her children. |
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| Jim Moe |
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| Title: |
New Home Sales Consultant |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 130 - 612-810-6570 |
| Email: |
jmoe@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2005 |
| Education: |
BA Marketing |
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Jim is with our Coldwell Banker Burnet group. He joined our team as a satisfied customer. He & wife Lisa built their home with Hanson Builders back in the 90's. Jim brings a multitude of talents to our team - including some in-depth knowledge of new construction. Jim enjoys hunting, fishing, and being with his family. |
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| Lesa Rand |
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| Title: |
New Home Sales Consultant |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 115 - 763-350-7354 |
| Email: |
lrand@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2001 |
| Education: |
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| Favorite Quote: |
Well done is better than well said. |
| Story: |
Lesa grew up in Wisconsin, spent 20 years in California selling real estate and now is happy to be "back" raising her family in the midwest. Professionalism, sense of humor, and friendliness helps Lesa win customers' confidence quickly. An animal lover, Lesa's focus is with her husband Rusty and their three kids - Travis, Brandon, & Chloe. |
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| Office & Support |
| Claudia Kieffer |
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| Title: |
Bookkeeper/Closer |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 112 - |
| Email: |
ckieffer@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2004 |
| Education: |
Mortgage Broker License |
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Claudia has experience in many facets of our business, including insurance, broker license, paying our mountain of monthly invoices and of course bookkeeping. With her husband Rick, they enjoy walking the dog, and enjoying nature. |
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| Lori Kothman |
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| Title: |
HR Director |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 101 - |
| Email: |
lkothman@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
1996 |
| Education: |
AS Accounting |
| Favorite Quote: |
Worrying does not empty tomorrow of its troubles – it empties today of its strength. |
| Story: |
Lori is in charge of doing payroll, administrating our benefits and managing all things HR. She is also the "good woman" behind her man - Steve, our General Operations Manager. Bible study, book club, scrap booking, family, and friends are her passions in life. |
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| Michelle McElderry |
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Administrator |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 111 - |
| Email: |
mmcelderry@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
1994 |
| Education: |
Associate of business |
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Michelle talks with more suppliers, sub-contractors, and customers in one hour than most of us do in a whole week. She is the glue that keeps our operation runningly smoothly. Michelle's favorite pastimes include reading and being with her grandkids. |
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| Chelsey Skelly |
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| Title: |
Receptionist |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x100 - |
| Email: |
cskelly@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2006 |
| Education: |
Assoc. Interior Design |
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Chelsey has incredible design skills that have given our marketing a face lift. In her personal life she loves cars and enjoys home improvement projects with her husband. |
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| Merchandising |
| Nancy Brown |
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| Title: |
Interior Designer |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 134 - |
| Email: |
nbrown@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2004 |
| Education: |
AAS Interior Design |
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Nancy did such a great job helping our clients at a local design studio, we decided we needed to add her to our permanent staff. She stays current with the latest interior design trends, and has a special gift with exterior colors and textures. Nancy & her husband have two children. |
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| Catherine Hanson |
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| Title: |
Interior Design/Owner |
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| Telephone: |
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| Email: |
chanson@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
1981 |
| Education: |
B.A. Education |
| Favorite Quote: |
"Life is an exciting adventure, and most exciting when it is lived for others." |
| Story: |
Catherine provides two crucial services to our team; assisting with all things design and acting as Dean's advisor (voice of reason!) on company issues. When not working for Hanson Builders, she enjoys traveling, volunteering and being a Grandma. |
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| Job Superintendents |
| J.D. Hanson |
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Head Job Superintendent |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x135 - 763-286-1810 |
| Email: |
jdhanson@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
1998 |
| Education: |
Builders License |
| Favorite Quote: |
Look at life through the windshield, not the rear view mirror |
| Story: |
Dean's oldest son, JD is a loyal, respectful, hard working young man. These traits are now joined with some developing excellence in the carpentry trade. Training with Dad, JD is a valuable asset to our field team. In his spare time he enjoys four-wheeling, snowmobiling, and other outdoor sports. |
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| Mike Carbone |
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| Title: |
Job Superintendent |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x144 - 763-2 - |
| Email: |
mcarbone@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2008 |
| Education: |
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Mike is our most recent employee. He supervises our very busy neighborhoods in the western suburbs. He has been a great asset to our team. When he is not working he enjoys hunting & spending time with his family. |
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| Torrey Kjelstad |
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| Title: |
Superintendent/Scheduling |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 133 - 763-238-9282 |
| Email: |
tkjelstad@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2003 |
| Education: |
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| Favorite Quote: |
A person without a sense of humor is like a wagon without springs..it's jolted by every pebble on the road. |
| Story: |
Very familiar with our company and the industry, he is making a big difference in many areas including sub-contractor relations, scheduling, and job superintendent duties. His diligence to lowering our material and labor costs makes him a truly valuable team member. Torrey has the sense of humor to get through stressful days. Before "settling down" Torrey traveled Europe playing hockey. |
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| Field Staff |
| Chris Brodin |
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| Title: |
Landscaper, Carpentry |
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| Telephone: |
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| Hire Date: |
2003 |
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Chris does many things in the field. Assisting with landscaping, working in our homes or working with Ian on our equipment. He is a great guy with a wonderful attitude. |
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| Ryan Hansen |
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| Title: |
General Carpenter |
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| Telephone: |
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| Hire Date: |
2004 |
| Education: |
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Ryan boasts many carpentry skills. Like his father David Hansen, there isn't much he can't fix. He also has his father's sense of humor and great work ethic. |
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| David Hansen |
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| Title: |
Service Manager |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 119 - |
| Email: |
dhansen@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2000 |
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David's broad background is a tremendous asset in his position as our Service Manager. He can diagnose just about anything, and often repair it on the spot. A steady personality and a dry sense of humor make him a favorite with other team members and customers alike. David makes his home in Lindstrom and enjoys an active outdoor family life. |
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| Luke Hanson |
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| Title: |
Landscaper |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 - |
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| Hire Date: |
1996 |
| Education: |
Florida Gulf Coast U |
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Luke started out doing a variety of tasks including sweeping out houses under construction, landscaping, and is now learning carpentry. Customers immediately like his politeness, sense of humor, and work ethic. He is a attending college at Gulf Coast State, Florida. He is working on a degree in Finance, Economics and Real Estate. |
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| Ian Opay |
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| Title: |
Landscape Mgr, Heavy Eq |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 120 - |
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| Hire Date: |
1999 |
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Ian is our "outdoor" guy who tackles a wide variety of projects under the landscaping & grading umbrella. His skill with a bobcat is unmatched in our company. Another dry sense of humor, Ian is especially popular with his summer labor crews. At home in Princeton, Ian enjoys outdoor sports and his family. |
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| Design & Drafting |
| Julie Grawey |
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| Title: |
Draftsperson |
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| Telephone: |
763-421-5435 x 113 - |
| Email: |
jgrawey@hansonbuilders.com |
| Hire Date: |
2004 |
| Education: |
Mpls. School of Drafting |
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Julie keeps up our never-ending load of drafting and design work. Another pleasant smile, she can draw a house faster and more accurate than anyone. She is married to Travis, who spends his days on a computer also. They live in a Hanson-built home in Andover. |
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