PRESIDENT & CEO

Rusty has been fascinated with construction since he was a kid growing up in Boulder. As new homes went up around him, he and his friends would sneak onto job sites to climb on foundation walls and examine how the structures were put together. After college and exploring a music career, Rusty went back to his first love and landed a job as a construction laborer. That first break led to his next role as a trim carpenter, for the company that is now Cadre. Now the President and CEO, he brings more than 30 years (and counting) of hands-on experience to every job both in the field and in the corporate office. Working with the finest artisans, he and his team deliver homes with masterful attention to detail and stunning artistry- luxury homes of unparalleled originality. When not on a construction site, he can be found in the gym, skiing Mary Jane and spending time with his busy family.

CO-OWNER & CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER

Donna is what you get when you transplant a Hoosier living in the Big Apple to the Mile High City – a savvy business pro with a professional network that stretches from LA to NYC and everywhere in between. As the former President of Look Listen Agency, Donna currently serves as Co-Owner and CMO to Cadre leading brand and community initiatives. During her 25+ year career, she has led sales and marketing programs for other notable companies including Donna Karan International, Crocs, The KONG Company, Vail Resorts, Arrow Electronics, Procter & Gamble, Comcast Technology Solutions and Synchrony Financial. Off the clock, she’s a busy mother of four along with her husband and supports several local charities.

DIRECTOR, TIME & MONEY

Brandon’s love of building started in college at Metropolitan State University of Denver, where he studied Land Use and Planning. Brandon spent the past decade serving in various leadership roles for excavation, development, horizontal infrastructure and design/build companies across Denver. Excited to focus on custom home building, Brandon joins Cadre to lead the team and leverage his extensive experience in planning, budgeting, program implementation and management across all areas of construction. A Colorado native, Brandon spends as much time as he can enjoying the mountains with his wife and two daughters.

DIRECTOR, DIGITAL SOLUTIONS

Blanca brings a blend of Tex/Mex spirit and southern charm to Cadre General Contractors. Raised in a family-run contracting business, she developed a strong work ethic and deep industry knowledge early on. As a seasoned leader, Blanca excels in project and product management, digital marketing, business development and process optimization. Her expertise spans various industries, including healthcare, technology, DEI, financial services, food services, insurance, higher education and entertainment.

Known for her strategic mindset and process efficiency, Blanca holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Accounting from the University of Texas at Dallas. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her daughter, hiking, skiing and exploring the outdoors with her family.

ACCOUNTING & FINANCE MANAGER

Born and raised in the Czech Republic, Nikol brings a strong economic background and a meticulous approach to her role. Over the past 4 years, she has played an integral part in our company, forging strong connections with clients and subcontractors alike. Outside of work, Nikol enjoys exploring the world with her young family and has a passion for savoring fine wines from around the globe.

ACCOUNTING & SUBCONTRACTOR SPECIALIST

Brandy grew up in Arkansas with a stepfather who was so handy he actually built her childhood home and taught her a lot about home improvement and maintenance along the way. She landed in Colorado due to her husband’s job and furthered her career in hospitality. After staying at home to raise her son, she returned to construction with a local roofing company then a property management firm, managing contracts, accounting – and even some of the repair needs! After hours, she can be found shooting and hunting with her husband, chasing her son around or mothering her many plants.

OPERATIONS IMPLEMENTATION SPECIALIST

Gabrielle brings extensive experience in operations management and continuous improvement from her time at Berry Global Inc. At Berry, she transitioned from quality assurance to Operations Manager, developing skills in project management, team leadership and adaptability.

Outside of work, Gabrielle enjoys hiking, skateboarding, painting and crochet. A devoted Lord of the Rings fan, she even won a company-wide Halloween contest dressed as Gollum.

In her first year at Cadre, Gabrielle aims to gain hands-on experience by visiting job sites and learning more about construction. She is also inspired by We Bought A Zoo and the book Multipliers for their insights on leadership and empowering others.

DIRECTOR, cadreCare™

Hayley brings her brings her expertise in engineering, construction and leadership to the Cadre team. With degrees in Civil and Architectural Engineering, she began her career as a structural engineer before transitioning to hands-on roles, including founding her own general contracting company, Redwood Jane. Most recently, Hayley led the residential remodeling division as VP of Operations at Valiant Spaces.

Known for her creative problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, Hayley thrives on tackling challenges. Fluent in Spanish, she enjoys skiing, hiking, backpacking and CrossFit in her free time. Inspired by her father, an engineer, Hayley embodies the mindset of fixing what’s broken and building new opportunities. Her favorite quote is “If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door”.

cadreCare™

Born in Mexico City, Ricardo grew up surrounded by the city’s acclaimed art and architecture. He moved to nearby Toluca to study industrial and systems engineering at UVM. His construction career began immediately after graduation managing government projects across the country. When his employer opened a workshop managing fabrication of architectural steel for various builds, Ricardo was tapped to lead that team. In 2021, he and his wife moved to Colorado for her career, and he joined a residential construction business as a lead Superintendent helping them expand into commercial projects. Ricardo joined Cadre in 2023 to manage our maintenance division, cadreCare™. When not working, he and his wife like to travel throughout Mexico - or anywhere they can enjoy a beach.

SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT

Doug prides himself in exceeding expectations, and for more than two decades he has delivered. As a Senior Superintendent, Doug has spent the last 11 years managing some of the most unique and complicated custom builds in Colorado. His experience spans nearly every aspect of construction, allowing him to be well versed in all aspects of residential building. In addition to two years of Architectural School, Doug holds both Builder’s Licenses and OSHA Certifications. When he can pull himself away from his latest project, he enjoys downtime as a car enthusiast, attending car shows and races with his wife.

SUPERINTENDENT

Bill grew up around his father’s cabinet business in Illinois, and after high school worked alongside his brother learning the trade. He later became a fireman, but construction called him back and his next stop was with a custom home builder working as a framer. After gaining enough experience, he launched his own custom home building and remodeling business. Years later, his grandkids lured him to Colorado where he joined Cadre as a Superintendent. Bill lives with this wife in Castle Rock, and together they share four children and four grandkids. When he’s away from the jobsite, he can be found off-roading on his dirk bike, side-by-side or truck.

SUPERINTENDENT

Jake Nottage is a seasoned construction professional with over two decades of experience in the industry. Throughout his career, Jake has specialized in design/build, land development and large commercial construction projects, demonstrating an exceptional ability to oversee complex projects from inception to completion. His expertise in managing teams, ensuring quality, maintaining safety standards and seamless inspection record has earned him a stellar reputation in the field. Jake's leadership and commitment to excellence continue to drive successful outcomes on every project he undertakes. Outside of work, Jake is spending time with his wife and daughter in the mountains or at the lake.

SUPERINTENDENT

Max has always enjoyed building and especially enjoys the challenge of building custom homes. A Chicago native, Max began his career 6 years ago in Australia working in custom concrete design then went on to work as a laborer and carpenter, allowing him to experience all aspects of residential building, and now serves as a Superintendent for Cadre. Max takes pride in his work and goes by the belief that if a project is done right the first time, it won’t have to be done again. He holds an OSHA 30 certification. When he gets away from the job site, he spends time with his wife and son - and is remodeling his own house, of course.

SUPERINTENDENT

Colorado native, Seth Villa hails from the town of Windsor, where he grew up building forts and exploring his surroundings. His knack for construction was revealed during a High School drafting class, where he excelled so much that he helped his teacher develop new course materials for his peers. After graduation, Seth started working as a commercial electrician, which led to a role with a construction company building semi-custom residential homes. He was hooked and moved to a custom home builder next before joining Cadre as a Superintendent. Seth is married, with two kids and spends his free time hiking, backpacking and enjoying local music and museums. He founded Builders & Bourbon, a local networking organization supporting the construction industry. He holds OSHA 10 & 30 certifications.

SUPERINTENDENT

For more than 40 years, Kendall has honed his construction skills on the job. Starting as a laborer then moving into carpentry and eventually owning his own general contracting business in California, he now keeps watch over some of Cadre’s most sophisticated projects as a Superintendent. Kendall can wield every tool on a job site, and he brings that broad knowledge to work every day, benefiting his team of subcontractors and ultimately, his clients. Outside of work, Kendall prioritizes building memories with his wife, children and grandchildren.

PROJECT MANAGER

A native of Florida, Tyler graduated from the University of Central Florida with degrees in civil and environmental engineering. He began his career designing water treatment facilities. While renovating his home, he was bitten by the construction bug and made a career pivot to pursue a role with Cadre As a result of vacationing in Colorado most of his life, he knew this was his chance to relocate to Colorado. As a project coordinator, Tyler will provide support to Cadre's PM team. After hours, you'll find him golfing, reading, cooking, hiking and working out.

PROJECT MANAGER

A native of Australia, Nick began working on construction sites as a teen, and quickly fell in love with construction. He completed a carpenter apprenticeship, then earned a degree in Construction Management and Quantity Surveying from Deakin University to round out his knowledge. After working as an estimator for general contractors in Melbourne, the mountains of Aspen called Nick next. For the next 10 years, he served in PM and Estimator roles on luxury custom home builds, before making a move to Hawaii to run the company’s division in that region. He landed back in Colorado a few years later and served in various construction consulting roles before joining Cadre as a Project Manager. Off the clock, Nick spends time with his two children, and enjoys woodworking and playing his guitar- when he isn’t skiing.

PROJECT MANAGER

Born in New Mexico and raised in Colorado, Gabe started his construction journey in elementary school, walking job sites alongside his dad, an experienced mason. He started learning the trade as a middle schooler, making mortar and assisting a team of masons. By high school he was reading plans and led a small crew. Currently studying Architecture at the University of Colorado Denver, he is working with Cadre to expand his knowledge of building and how the two disciplines collaborate on projects. Gabe spends his free time hiking with his Doberman, mountain biking and watching anything sports related, especially the Atlanta Braves.

PROJECT MANAGER

Phillip grew up in construction, working alongside his brother on framing and remodel projects. He then continued his education by earning his Engineering Graphics degree. After spending his formative years at a local architecture firm, he went on to co-found a small design/build studio in Denver. Over the last decade, he has worked as a consultant, focusing on multi-family commercial construction with an emphasis on steel fabrication and design. Phillip joined Cadre as a Project/Estimation Manager, where he is excited to bring it all together and oversee some of our finest luxury home builds. Off the clock, he pursues his passion for historical archeology and loves to wrench on 4x4’s as well as go camping with friends and family.

PROJECT MANAGER

Originally from Brooklyn, NY, Mike has spent the past 27 years in Colorado. With a background in brand design and content production, he spent 15 years as a cinematographer, executive producer, and CEO, pioneering the co-working movement. In 2001, he created Cluster Studios, a 22,000-sf collaborative workspace in Denver that included office spaces, a professional photo studio, and an event venue. This venture inspired Mike to transition into restoration, remodeling, and construction in 2018.

Now residing in Castle Pines, Mike celebrated his marriage in Antigua, Guatemala. When he's not traveling or enjoying nature, he loves designing and transforming spaces, continuing his education, playing golf and creating memorable moments with friends and family. Mike lives by his motto: "always be creating and learning".

ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

Bronx-born and Connecticut bred, Rick’s skills and interests are as varied as they come. He spent his childhood summers working in a lumber yard and learning from his Dad, who boasts great handyman skills. A graduate of Virginia Tech business school, where he also played baseball, his next adventure took him to the Army where he ultimately trained to become a Green Beret. After deployments to Korea and Afghanistan, Hodges landed in Colorado where he completed his MBA at The University of Colorado, Boulder, hoping to combine his interests in business and working with his hands. Rick is doing just that as a member of the Cadre Project Management team. Away from the office, he spends his time at the gym, cowboying or with his wife, daughter and their two dogs.

PROJECT COORDINATOR

Originally from Germany, Leo moved to Arizona during high school and later graduated from Arizona State University with a BS in Finance from the W.P. Carey School of Business. His career began in real estate development finance, transitioning into procurement and project management at a solar company in Boulder.

Leo's passion for connecting people, resources, and information naturally led him to construction project management, where he serves as a crucial bridge to success. He thrives on the dynamic nature of construction projects and the continuous interaction with diverse stakeholders, helping bring dreams to life. Outside of work, Leo enjoys boarding year-round, embracing both summer and winter sports.

INTERN

Cole, a Conifer resident, is currently studying construction management at the University of Wyoming. He joins Cadre as an intern, eager to learn the intricacies of project construction and apply his academic knowledge.

After his internship, Cole will return to Wyoming to complete his final two years of study. Outside of work and school, he enjoys fly fishing, snowboarding, playing rugby and embracing the outdoors. Cole also looks forward to representing his school and traveling with his rugby team.

LABORER

Ramon is a proud member of the Navajo Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the United States. He grew up in Kirtland, New Mexico, a close-knit community that shaped his values and work ethic. It was there that he met his wife, raised their daughter and gained a deep appreciation for family and tradition.

Taught by his father, Ramon developed a broad set of skills in vehicle mechanics, carpentry, masonry and machinery operation. Today, he and his wife farm the same land his grandparents once cultivated, honoring his family’s legacy and connection to the land.

After 25 years of marriage, Ramon is proud of his daughter, who is now furthering her education at college. In his free time, Ramon enjoys supporting his favorite teams - the Denver Broncos, Denver Nuggets and New Mexico Lobos.

LABORER

Born and raised in Querétaro Mexico, Arturo Martinez brings 25+ years of demolition experience to Cadre. Arturo moved to the United States 25 years ago, where he met the love of his life, and they have been happily together for 20 years.

When not working, Arturo enjoys spending time with his church community, shopping with his partner, savoring his favorite meal, (bistek) and watching movies. His dedication and positive spirit make him a valued member of the team.

SPECIAL PROJECTS MILLWORK DIVISION

As a child immigrant from Vietnam, Phuong made his way to the United States when he was a young teenager, where he was first exposed to construction while living in New Jersey. Starting as a laborer, he developed a love for working with his hands and building something beautiful out of nothing. He has never looked back. With more than 30 years of hands-on construction experience, Phuong brings a wealth of knowledge to our client's projects - His greatest reward is being able to see the client's vision come to life. When Phuong isn’t at work, he can be found at the gym or spending time with his wife and daughter.

SPECIAL PROJECTS MILLWORK DIVISION

As a child immigrant from Vietnam, Tuan joined his bother Phuong and made his way to the United States when he was only 11, landing in New Jersey. Here he would later be exposed to the construction industry, with one of his first projects taking him on a build at Pratt College in NYC. Tuan spent the next ten years in Alaska as a commercial fisherman. Returning to Colorado, he followed in his brother’s footsteps and focused on high-end custom millwork and carpentry. For more than 25 years, Tuan has focused on bringing a client’s vision to life. Even away from the job, Tuan likes to keep busy and active and enjoys doing so with his wife and daughter.