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ABC 47 features the women of Delmarva Builders.
“It’s a male dominated field and I think women bring a whole new market to the existing construction world..” says Senior Project Manager, Kathryn Ellis.
As part of their segment on “Women in Construction”, ABC 47 came to our headquarters for a round-table discussion with all of the women that are an integral part of what makes DVB so successful.
Delmarva Veteran Builders selected for Pinehurst Elementary project
Delmarva Veteran Builders hired by the Wicomico County Board of Education for the Pinehurst Elementary Space Conversion project.
SALISBURY, Md. – January 22, 2019 – Delmarva Veteran Builders, the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced it has been hired by the Wicomico County Board of Education for the Pinehurst Elementary Space Conversion project.
3700 square feet of the East Wing will be repurposed to host the school's new administrative suite and auxiliary offices. A portion of the renovation also includes a new guest entrance. Years ago, the wing housed a therapy pool that was later filled-in and currently serves as a storage facility. The space will be completely gutted to make way for much-needed improvements for faculty, teachers and staff. Pinehurst Elementary was established in 1937 and currently enrolls over 580 students from Pre-K to 5th grade.
“Pinehurst is known throughout the county as hosting the largest special-needs student population, so it is important that we keep the learning environment as unspoiled and safe as possible during the construction phase. Our primary concern is delivering on-time so the incredible educators at Pinehurst can continue to create a positive impact with our local students. We are thrilled to be chosen on such an important project for Wicomico County.”
According to Delmarva Veteran Builder project manager Kathryn Ellis and superintendent Brian Sanders, the project is scheduled to be completed by August 2019.
For more information, visit DelmarveVeteranBuilders.com
DELMARVA VETERAN BUILDERS ADD FOUR NEW EMPLOYEES TO THE TEAM.
Delmarva Veteran Builders add Gen Chamberlain, Daniel Burton, Jenny Kerr Schroen, and Patrick Spence to the team.
SALISBURY, Md. – January 25th, 2019 – Delmarva Veteran Builders, the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced the addition of Gen Chamberlain, Daniel Burton, Jenny Kerr Schroen, and Patrick Spence to the team.
“We invest in people.” said Chris Eccleston, Delmarva Veteran Builders. “I believe that each new team member can bring their talents to the table in order to make the customer experience even better.”
Gen Chamberlain
Gen Chamberlain will be diving right in with the accounts division, working alongside Office Manager Heather Welch. Gen is a native of Salisbury and an Alumnus of Salisbury University where she received both her bachelor’s and master’s degree in Education. She taught for 10 years at St. Francis de Sales and three years at Woodson Elementary in Crisfield.
Although embarking on a new carrier path, she is no stranger to the construction process. “My Father’s a custom-home builder.” Gen says, “I grew up in the building business, and I am glad to be a part of it again.”
Gen and her husband Nick live near the university with their two children, Bella and Beckett. In her spare time, Gen loves spending time with family and friends.
Daniel Burton
Daniel Burton started on January 18th as DVB’s new Project Manager. He medically retired after serving for 12 years in Army Aviation, where he completed three deployments to both Iraq and Afghanistan. Relocating to Salisbury, he brings his wife and three daughters while currently finishing up a degree in Psychology. Growing up in Stone Mountain, Georgia, his father was in the commercial construction industry where Daniel would oftentimes accompany him to job sites. He has since worked as both a foreman and superintendent for a residential construction company in Athens, Georgia.
“I wanted to work for this company.” Daniel says. “We moved here because I wanted to be a part of a business dedicated to helping veterans.”
In his spare time Daniel enjoys watching sports and outdoor activities like camping, hiking, hunting and fishing.
Jenny Kerr Schroen
Jenny Kerr Schroen began 2019 as DVB’s new creative and marketing developer. Jenny is a native of Covington, Kentucky and received her B.A. in graphic design from Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida. She has 16 years of experience in the graphic design industry. Out of college, she designed for a leading real estate design firm in Jacksonville, Florida. Jenny’s career has taken her throughout the country, including Cincinnati, Los Angeles and San Francisco. For the past three years, she has been designing for Close Quarters Defense in Vienna.
“I am thrilled to be working in downtown Salisbury for the first time." Jenny says. "We have a dynamic team of people that I know are motivated, fun, and ready to make a difference.”
Jenny lives in Salisbury with her husband, J.D. and their four children, Olivia, Ethan, Gavin and Braden. She enjoys traveling with family, mid-century modern furniture and extreme sports like surfing and wakeboarding.
Patrick Spence
Patrick Spence joined DVB on January 21st as their new estimator. Pat has a rich history of military service, joining the Navy right out of high school. He was deployed on the USS Enterprise as an Aviation Ordnanceman. Already overseas during 9/11, he had the honor to be a part of the first global response to the attack, which came to be known as “Operation Enduring Freedom”.
After leaving the Navy in 2003, he joined the elevator trade as a project manager. His past experience led him to construction estimating while earning a degree in construction management before making the move to Delmarva Veteran Builders. “I love the idea of working with fellow service members again.” says Patrick.
Pat has a 15 year old son named Ethan and enjoys spending time with friends and family.
For more information, visit delmarvaveteranbuilders.com
Delmarva Veteran Builders Welcomes Rich Hertzog and Amanda Hagan to the Team
DVB announced the addition of Amanda Hagen to the administrative team and Rich Hertzog as a project manager.
Amanda Hagen
SALISBURY, Md. – September 21, 2018 – Delmarva Veteran Builders, the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced the addition of Amanda Hagen to the administrative team and Rich Hertzog as a project manager.
“As we continue to grow and expand our team, DVB is positioned to keep up with the market, plan ahead and provide quality construction for all of our clients,” said Chris Eccleston, Delmarva Veteran Builders.
Amanda started at the beginning of September as an administrative assistant. She is responsible for assisting project managers and the estimator, handling operation and maintenance manuals, submittals and requests for information. She has two years of work experience in construction administration. Prior to her work in construction Amanda worked as a medical secretary for 6.5 years.
“It is nice to work for a company with a great reputation and team,” said Amanda. “Everyone has been so helpful and nice to work with. I am proud to say I work for DVB and am looking forward to learning more about the trade.”
Out of the office Amanda enjoys camping, hiking, boating and travel. She has a daughter, Kayla, fiancé, Brian and cat, Winnie.
Rich Hertzog
Rich started in August as a project manager and is responsible for running several job sites to completion and delivery. He comes with 15 years of running his own hardscaping business and was also a project manager for a concrete restoration company. He also has roofing experience from when he lived in Pennsylvania.
“I was welcomed with open arms,” said Rich. “I’m honored to wear the shirt and be known as part of the DVB team. It is nice to feel like you are part of a family when you’re at work.”
Rich lives in Salisbury with his wife Danielle and two daughters, Riley, 11 and Laci, 8. The
family also has a dog, three cats and a couple Guinea pigs. He enjoys paddle boarding, going to Assateague and taking in a good hockey game.
Veteran-Centered Salisbury Business Continues to Grow
Veteran-centered Salisbury business continues to grow
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Delmarva Veteran Builders Ranks #456 in the Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America
DVB announced it has been ranked #456 in the Inc. 5000 fastest growing private companies in the United States.
SALISBURY, Md. – August 24, 2018 – Delmarva Veteran Builders, the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced it has been ranked #456 in the Inc. 5000 fastest growing private companies in the United States.
“Determined, focused and always ready - that is what our veteran team carries with them to every job site,” said Chris Eccleston, Delmarva Veteran Builders. “I congratulate my entire team because we wouldn’t be where we are today without each and every one of them. We owe thanks to our clients for believing in our mission and our work. We promise to stay the course as we continue to grow and serve both our community and our country.”
The Inc. 5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth over a three-year period. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by the first week of the starting calendar year, and therefore able to show three full calendar years of sales. Delmarva Veteran Builders reported revenue for 2017 at $18.5M with a 1,114.5% three-year growth. Celebrating its 5th anniversary at the beginning of 2018, the staff grew from 1 to 23 over the course of the first five years in business.
Companies also must meet the following criteria:
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U.S.-based
Privately held
Independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies
Revenue in the initial year must have been at least $100,000, and revenue in the most recent year must have
been at least $2 million.
About Inc. 5000
In 1982, Inc. introduced the Inc. 500 list of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the United States. Since then, this prestigious list of the nation's most successful private companies has become the hallmark of entrepreneurial success and the place where future household names first make their mark. Pandora, 7 Eleven, Toys 'R' Us, Zipcar, Zappos.com and numerous other well-known brands have been honored by the Inc. 5000. In 2007, the Inc. 500 list expanded to the Inc. 5000, giving readers a deeper, richer understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape and capturing a broader spectrum of success.
The Inc. 5000 list is a celebration of innovation, a network of entrepreneurial leaders, and an effective public relations showcase. It ranks companies by overall revenue growth over a three-year period. All 5,000 honoree companies are individually profiled on Inc.com. Inc. also ranks the fastest-growing companies by industry, metro area, revenue, and number of employees, and we also highlight women- and minority- run companies.
For more information, visit www.delmarvaveteranbuilders.com.
Delmarva Veteran Builders Completes New Amphitheater for the City of Salisbury
DVB announced it has completed the design-build of the new amphitheater for the City of Salisbury.
SALISBURY, Md. – August 21, 2018 – Delmarva Veteran Builders, the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced it has completed the design-build of the new amphitheater for the City of Salisbury. It is located in front of La Quinta on the south prong of the Wicomico River and the completion coincides with the kick off of the National Folk Festival.
“We are proud to serve the citizens and community of Salisbury and Wicomico County, a responsibility we do not take lightly,” said Chris Eccleston, Delmarva Veteran Builders. “We incorporated sustainable and affordable practices in the construction of the venue as well as including public art in the design. This structure is a monument for downtown and the local arts community now and for years to come.”
The amphitheater includes open seating space and a covered stage. Delmarva Veteran Builders worked with Vista Design on the design of the space.
For more information, visit www.delmarvaveteranbuilders.com.
"As a City - we are committed to no longer letting plans collect dust on a shelf. We are working hard to implement all of the revitalization plans that we have adopted,” said Jake Day, Salisbury Mayor. “This venue has the potential to be a jewel in the crown of our Riverwalk Park and our entire city; a public space designed for celebration of music and the arts, and just in time for the National Folk Festival."
Delmarva Veteran Builders Completes Renovations to South Bethany Police Station
DVB announced the completion of interior renovations to South Bethany Police Station located at 402 Evergreen Road in Bethany Beach, Delaware.
SALISBURY, Md. – August, 2018 – Delmarva Veteran Builders, the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced the completion of interior renovations to South Bethany Police Station located at 402 Evergreen Road in Bethany Beach, Delaware.
The team renovated the lobby, office space, kitchen, and bathroom and shower area.
“We were glad to have the opportunity to help local law enforcement by making the space they work in a more comfortable and effective setting,” said Chris Eccleston, Delmarva Veteran Builders. “While this was one of our smaller jobs, it was just as important to our team and the customer and community we served.”
For more information, visit www.delmarvaveteranbuilders.com.
Delmarva Veteran Builders Completes New Dover Christian Church
DVB announced the completion of Dover Christian Church at 1738 Forrest Avenue in Dover, Delaware.
SALISBURY, Md. – July 27, 2018 – Delmarva Veteran Builders, the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced the completion of Dover Christian Church at 1738 Forrest Avenue in Dover, Delaware.
“It is a beautiful building,” said Pastor Ted Henderson. “I can’t tell you how much I love it! The DVB team is a class act.”
“Our team did a great job with providing the church with quality value engineering and construction within the new space,” said Chris Eccleston, Delmarva Veteran Builders. “We are excited the project met the congregation’s needs and fit within their budget.”
The 3,700 square foot, single-story brick building includes a large worship hall, women’s and men’s bathrooms, an office, multi-use space and a kitchen. The new church is 100% handicap accessible and met the church’s budget for expanding into a larger space.
“It was an absolute pleasure to work with such a receptive client and help the Dover Christian Church congregation bring their long awaited visions to life,” said Jacob Meadows, Delmarva Veteran Builders, project manager. “Not only did this project launch Delmarva Veteran Builders in the Dover market, it was accomplished with great sentiment and reward with new relationships formed from the growth of the church.”
“An Air Force Veteran myself, I look at the measure of the man. The DVB men are great men,” added Henderson. “They are professional, dedicated and prompt. When the time comes for us to expand, I will go with no other contractor than Delmarva Veteran Builders.”
For more information about the project, visit www.delmarvaveteranbuilders.com.