Chad DeShano began supervising his own independent framing crew in 1989. They specialized in framing new homes and apartments. In 1994, he was hired by his father, Gary, to work as a construction estimator for Gary’s new home construction business. Eventually attaining the title of Vice President, Chad purchased the business from Gary in 2007 and became Owner and President of DeShano Companies. In 2022, Chad took on the role of President for DeShano Development Corporation as well. Today, he is actively involved with the development and management of affordable housing, senior living communities, and office buildings.

Jennifer Hart joined the team in 2016 as Construction Coordinator, where she spent the better part of 7 years ensuring each job had everything needed to run smoothly. Jen was given the title of Sales Lead Coordinator in early 2024, serving as the essential bridge between future customers and our dedicated sales team. She provides a warm welcome for all incoming inquiries by truly caring about every potential client's needs. Driven by a passion for seamless communication and organized work, Jennifer keeps the sales pipeline moving smoothly so we can deliver top-tier service from day one. When she's not at work, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also loves a good book. Her favorite meal is tacos.

Jessica Holland stepped on board the DeShano Train in 2025, first as a Marketing Specialist and Office Assistant. She spent six months staying busy with daily office work and promoting the company brand across several different events. In 2026, Jessica was selected for the role of Accounts Closing. In this position, she has distinguished herself as a determined and optimistic member of the team. She continues to grow as a worker every day, gifting a smile to everyone else via her vast collection of Mom jokes. Jessica enjoys coaching her kids as well as playing with them, and she has an affinity for line dancing. Her favorite meal is anything involving pasta and an irresponsible amount of cheese.

Amanda Corlew joined DeShano Construction in 2022 as our Receptionist. After one year of excellent customer service, her role was expanded in 2023 to include the title of Construction Coordinator, as well as Job Package Specialist. Amanda brings focused ambition and a kind personality to all of her coworkers. When she's off the clock, Amanda enjoys watching her children compete in their many sporting activities, including (but not limited to) football, hockey, volleyball, baseball, softball, and equestrian riding. Her favorite meal is Mexican food.

Shannon Day has been adding his focused take to the DeShano Construction team since 2017, when he was brought on as an Assistant Estimator. He spent 6 years doing material takeoffs and reviewing prints. In 2023, Shannon stepped into the role of Construction Manager and Head Estimator. He stays busy keeping quotes up to date, coordinating all manner of construction aspects, and staying on top of job locations statewide. In his leisure time, Shannon enjoys hunting, playing golf, and bowling. His favorite meal is seafood: any kind.

April joined the DeShano team in 2018 as our Receptionist and Warranty Coordinator. Since then, she has grown through several roles, including Construction Coordinator and Executive Assistant, before stepping into her current role as Human Resources/Office Manager in 2025. She continues to grow as a leader, bringing thoughtful guidance and a people-first approach to her work. April believes in balancing work and family and encourages others to do the same. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, attending concerts, exploring the great outdoors, caring for her pets, and staying connected to her faith. Her favorite meal is grilled chicken and sweet potatoes—especially when she doesn’t have to cook!

David Hoffman was first hired by King Lumber, DeShano's sister company, as a cashier in 2021. He served in that capacity for a year and a half before transitioning to the Construction office in 2022 as an IT Coordinator, where he continues to bring strategic thinking and wry wit to each new workday. David's stubborn attitude comes in handy when he directs it toward a particularly complex technological problem. In his off time, David makes sure to read his Bible, play with his German Shepherd, and immerse himself in a good mystery. His favorite meal is General Tso's Chicken.

Tracy became a member of the DeShano team in 2024, working as an Executive Assistant to Chad and Trisha. Over the course of her career journey, she has done an amazing job assisting with everything from insurance to AP reporting, from leasing agreements to policy updates. Tracy goes home every day to participate in a variety of active pastimes. Some of her favorite things to do include hiking, paddle-boarding, and gardening. She and her kids have traversed Garapata State Park and Bagley Lakes. With a family spread across the country, Tracy and her husband travel often. Her favorite meal is any meal, so long as it's new and exciting.

Robert Hubel was hired in 2023 as a Restoration Estimator. His dedication to accurate work made him the top candidate for Maintenance Supervisor when the company transitioned from Restoration to exclusively New Home Construction in 2024. Robert currently runs a host of maintenance and field-related operations, such as field scheduling, utility maintenance, equipment inventory, vehicle upkeep, and delivery. If you can find something that needs to be done, then you know that Robert can't be far away! In his spare time (which isn't a lot), Robert stays active with motorcycle and boat rides, hiking and home repairs, and plenty of family time with his wife and four grandkids. His favorite meal is pork chops with mashed potatoes and gravy. (And let's not forget the veggies!)

Sawyer DeShano first started working at his dad's company in 2017 as a Draftsman, following his enrollment in college the previous year. His early years at DeShano allowed him to gain valuable experience in the construction industry. He later became a Project Designer at DeShano Construction, drawing house plans and designing new projects. After years of dedication, Sawyer obtained his Bachelor's of Architecture from Ferris State University in 2022 and started working full time at DeShano Construction. Sawyer earned his Master's in Architecture from Lawrence Tech in 2024 and subsequently took a position at Seidell Architects as an Architectural Associate. Today, Sawyer remains an employee of Seidell Architects working closely with DeShano Construction to meet all its architectural needs. His insight as an Architectural Associate is essential to DeShano Construction's long-term vision. When he's not working on the next big project, Sawyer enjoys skiing, playing tennis, and ministering as Associate Pastor of Secord Bible Baptist Church. His favorite meal is homemade, gluten-free pizza.

Savhanna has been with us since 2022, when she started as an Office Assistant. Today, she retains the role of Admin Assistant in addition to Accepted Quotes Coordinator and Marketing Coordinator. Known to her friends at the office as "Hanna", she remains our favorite example of energy and the gold standard for customer service! Savhanna loves her family, friends, and her fur-friends. She's always up for going to the theatre to watch new movies, and she has a passion for nail accessories. Her favorite meal is sirloin steak with mashed potatoes.

Boone DeShano began working at DeShano Companies, Inc. in September 2012. DeShano is the company his grandfather, Gary DeShano, began in 1966. Over the years, Boone began to familiarize himself with the real estate world and the intertwined process of property development. After Gary’s passing in 2022, Boone was promoted to Vice President of DeShano Development. Boone’s focused and transparent approach to property development is the defining motive for DDC as we continue forward. On his off days, Boone enjoys hunting, working in his shop, and spending time with his wife and children. His favorite meal is lasagna.

Lori Cameron possesses one of the cheeriest personalities that we have been privileged to work with. She was hired in 2023 as a Real Estate Specialist for the Development division. In the years since, she has stayed busy processing land sales and purchases, preparing entity documents, and organizing DeShano's many paper and digital records. When she's not at work, Lori loves spending time with her family and relaxing at her cabin (although sometimes she can be caught busily working on the cabin's improvement list). Her favorite meal is pizza.

Dillon Zettel started working for DeShano in 2026 as a Project Coordinator in the Development division. Dillon uses his critical thinking skills to manage schedules, checklists, and required paperwork. He also assists the Development team in applying for future projects each year. At 6'4", Dillon is one of the easiest members of our team to find in the office! He spends his free days going to the gym, hanging with his family, and hunting the elusive buck. His favorite meal is steak.