As a Managing Member at The Peterson Company, Dave oversees the Property Services team, which is responsible for more than 200 buildings in Central Indiana, Ft Wayne, Columbus Ohio, and Cincinnati Ohio. His team deals with local, regional, and national property owners. Dave relies on his more than 25 years of facility maintenance experience to solve problems for tenants an owners.
President of Property Services
dcharron@thepetersonco.com
As a Managing Member at The Peterson Company, Brett oversees the Tenant Improvement team. He estimates and manages the completion of improvement projects. The Ball State University graduate takes a hands-on approach to every project, whether it’s office tenant improvements, offices, restaurants, schools, or anything in between. Brett likes to hunt, fish, and spend time with family.
President of Tenant Improvements
bdalton@thepetersonco.com
As a Managing Member at The Peterson Company, Bret oversees the New Construction team with a focus on client relations, pre-construction services, expanding markets, and new opportunities. Bret earned his degree in Construction Technology from Indiana State University. With years of experience in the commercial construction industry, Bret has overseen multiple major projects. When he’s not in the office, he enjoys working on the farm with his family.
President of New Construction
bstallcop@thepetersonco.com
As CEO of the company, Don applies his more than 30 years of financial management experience to moving the company forward by working closely with all of the growing operations of the company. He is a certified public accountant with a B.S. in Accounting from Ball State University. When he manages to sneak away from the office, Don enjoys hanging out with his family and traveling.
Chief Executive Officer
dpiggush@thepetersonco.com
As COO, Larry is involved with all aspects of The Peterson Company, including direct oversight of the Construction, Maintenance, and Property Management divisions. He earned his B.S degree in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University. In his spare time, don't be surprised to see him swinging a golf club left-handed, despite the fact that he's right-handed in every other aspect of his life.
Chief Operating Officer
lsiegler@thepetersonco.com
As the CFO, Tom has high-level responsibility for all aspects of the accounting and admin department. Tom is a CPA with over 25 years of accounting experience. That experience includes five years in public accounting, a stint as a small business owner, 10+ years as a controller, and a senior-level executive. He earned his B.S. degree in Accounting from Indiana University. When not at the office, Tom is usually at a sporting event cheering on one of his sons.
Chief Financial Officer
treasoner@thepetersonco.com
George comes to Peterson with an Industrial Design degree from Purdue University. He spent many years working as a project manager and superintendent. Additionally, George is a safety leader and quality assurance manager. His leadership experience spans 34+ years in construction. He enjoys anything outdoors, from scuba diving and fishing to golfing and hiking.
Senior Superintendent – New Construction
ganderson@thepetersonco.com
As the Marketing Coordinator for The Peterson Company, Zoe creates new content and supports all marketing strategies for the Peterson Company. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in event management in 2020 from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis. In her spare time, Zoe enjoys traveling and hiking.
Marketing Coordinator
zbaker@thepetersonco.com
Thomas is a Superintendent for our New Construction Division. Thomas has been in the construction field for over 30 years. He has a variety of commercial and industrial project experiences, including Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Eli Lilly, National Starch, Indianapolis International Airport, and various medical settings. He is an avid outdoorsman that enjoys hunting and fishing with his family.
Superintendent – New Construction
tboller@thepetersonco.com
As VP of Development and Operations, Matt oversees all aspects of development, site planning, project sourcing, and transaction negotiation. He brings 5 years of experience in commercial/industrial development and has been part of many projects for a nationally recognized owner-developer. He received his B.S degree from Indiana University, a MS degree from Purdue University, and his MBA from the University of South Florida. While not in the office, Matt enjoys playing golf and traveling.
Vice President of Development and Operations
mbrauer@thepetersonco.com
As the lead Field Operations Manager for our New Construction Division at The Peterson Company, Jason manages the day-to-day duties on job sites of multiple commercial renovations. He excels in client relations and also assists in estimating. The Purdue University graduate joined the company in 2015.
Field Operations Manager – New Construction
jbritton@thepetersonco.com
As an Assistant Project Manager, Lee works directly under the Director of New Construction. He helps with all aspects of construction, from start to finish. Lee has over five years of experience. He is currently pursuing a B.S. in Construction Management from Indiana State University. He enjoys fishing and spending time with his family in his spare time.
Assistant Project Manager – New Construction
lbuchanan@thepetersonco.com
As the Sr. VP of Finance, Ken manages multiple aspects of the Accounting Department. He is a CPA and results-oriented Finance leader, with over 12 years of accounting experience, primarily in the healthcare IT industry. He earned a B.S. degree in Accounting and Business Management at the University of Evansville. Outside of work, Ken enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf, and coaching his sons in various sports.
Senior Vice President of Finance
kcottle@thepetersonco.com
As the Carpentry Manager, Chuck estimates and manages work for The Peterson Company. He joined Peterson with 37 years of experience in commercial construction; In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his grandkids and family.
Carpentry Manager
cbryant@thepetersonco.com
As Sr. Vice President, John oversees all operations and staffing for the New Construction Division. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in Building Construction Management. John enjoys getting outdoors with his family, fishing, hunting, skiing, and traveling.
Senior Vice President – New Construction jcummins@thepetersonco.com
As an Accounting Admin, Amy assists the finance team with performing various accounting tasks. She earned her bachelor's degree in business from Montana State University. Outside of work, Amy enjoys baking, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Accounting Admin
adetienne@thepetersonco.com
As Sr. Preconstruction Manager, Brian determines scope and cost for both conceptual and fully designed projects. Brian has spent the last 10 + years leading design-build teams in developing heavy industrial, power and large, complex projects. Outside of work, Brian spends most of his time working on home improvements, attending sporting events and volunteering for the high school marching band.
Senior Preconstruction Manager
bdavis@thepetersonco.com
As a Superintendent, Alex supports Peterson's Tenant Improvement Team. Before joining Peterson, Alex gained 14 years of experience in facility management and client relations. He is married and has two boys. He enjoys traveling, golf, and a good cookout in his free time.
Superintendent – Tenant Improvements
adurham@thepetersonco.com
As a Sr. Superintendent at The Peterson Company, Dennis oversees design-build and large industrial projects. Joining the company in 2016, the U.S. Army veteran brings more than 25 years of commercial construction management to our team.
Senior Superintendent – New Construction
dedgin@thepetersonco.com
Trent is involved in projects from the bidding process through owner turnover. In addition, he assists the Construction Superintendents with on-site management and overall coordination to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. He graduated from Indiana State University with a degree in Construction Management in 2002. He enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, hunting, and traveling in his spare time.
Project Manager – New Construction
teldridge@thepetersonco.com
Camille currently fills the role of Project Administrator here at the Peterson company, before working here she had some experience as the VP. She absolutely loves the outdoors and is an avid climber in her free time. She also loves camping and hiking and tries to find the opportunity to be outside any chance she gets.
Project Administator
cenglesaghir@thepetersonco.com
As a Superintendent, Aaron supports the New Construction Division. He spent many years working as a carpenter before gaining experience as a superintendent. He has since worked on multiple projects in Indiana, Ohio, and North Carolina. He earned a bachelor’s degree in construction management from Purdue University. Aaron enjoys hiking, go-kart racing, and baking pies.
Superintendent – New Construction
aford@thepetersonco.com
David comes to Peterson with a diverse construction background. He spent many years working in hospital construction in a “clean room” environment. Additionally, he has run countless tenant finish projects and ground-up construction projects. His leadership experience spans 25+ years in the construction and manufacturing industries. In his free time, he enjoys anything with an engine that is considered an antique. He also enjoys traveling.
Senior Project Manager – New Construction
dfreeman@thepetersonco.com
Manish is focused on client relations, business development, pre-construction services and expanding Peterson’s platform into new markets and industry segments. With over 30 years of experience in construction and development, Manish has worked in numerous cities on a variety of projects. He earned his Construction Engineering degree from Purdue University and an MBA from Indiana Wesleyan. Away from the office, Manish enjoys traveling and golfing.
Senior Vice President
mgandhi@thepetersonco.com
Tim has worked in the commercial construction industry for about 20 years, with 18 as a superintendent. He earned an associate’s degree from Ivy Technical College in Applied Science. He recently joined Peterson in 2021. Tim enjoys spending time with family, being outdoors, and playing golf.
Superintendent – New Construction
tgill@thepetersonco.com
Eric joined The Peterson Company in 2010. With almost 30 years of experience in HVAC, Eric is responsible for designing, drafting, estimating, and managing our HVAC installation projects. He is an Army Veteran and a graduate of the ABC trade school with a Journeyman's card in HVAC. Eric enjoys riding his motorcycle and camping with his family in his spare time.
HVAC Construction Manager
egoble@thepetersonco.com
As a Sr. Superintendent, Eric comes to Peterson with a bachelor’s in Construction Management from the University of Houston and an M.S.E from the University of Michigan. Eric has over 15 years of construction experience in the healthcare, high-rise, and government sectors. He is also medically retired from the Marine Corps. In his free time, Eric enjoys being outside, grilling food, and spending time with his daughter and dog.
Senior Travel Superintendent – New Construction
egoolsby@thepetersonco.com
Daryl has over 30 years of experience as a Sr. Superintendent. Daryl’s most vital qualities are in tilt wall, precast, and post-tension concrete buildings. He has also built several Mid to High rise projects and was born and raised in Wilmington, NC, a beach town. Daryl loves to scuba dive and deep sea fish. He also has been playing guitar for 50 years and has a blues band he plays with in his spare time.
Senior Travel Superintendent – New Construction
dhardwick@thepetersonco.com
HVAC Department Manager Johnny joined The Peterson Company in 2013. With more than 25 years of experience in HVAC, Johnny handles all HVAC needs, from overseeing the estimation and completion of new jobs to running the service side of the department. He received EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification in 1994, an ABC apprenticeship graduate in 2003, and “Master Unlimited” mechanical license holder in Indianapolis and surrounding areas.
HVAC Manager
jhoward@thepetersonco.com
As an Assistant Project Manager at The Peterson Company, Trey works closely with the Project Managers and Superintendents, overseeing our construction projects to ensure they are completed on time and without any setbacks. Trey graduated from Ball State, majoring in Construction Management and minoring in Business Administration. Trey enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing, and spending time with friends and family in his spare time.
Assistant Project Manager – New Construction
thunt@thepetersonco.com
A “Buckeye” transplant from Ohio in 1995, Liz has worked in various accounting positions since she started her career. She earned her Accounting/Business Management degree from Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio. As Accounting Manager, she works with staff and vendors to streamline and expedite accounting practices.
Accounting Manager
lhuntley@thepetersonco.com
As a Field Operations Manager, Joe coordinates projects from start to finish. Priding himself on communication and attention to detail, his primary goal is to deliver a top-notch product on time and within budget. His Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Engineering and Management Technology from IUPUI, combined with seven years of experience in project management, is the foundation of this effort. Outside of work, Joe enjoys golfing and spending time with his family.
Field Operations Manager – Tenant Improvements
jhardy@thepetersonco.com
As a Project Manager at The Peterson Company, James supports our ever growing Tenant Improvement team. Having joined The Peterson Company in the fall of 2020, James comes to us with a diverse background of over twenty years experience in commercial construction focusing on project management, estimating, formwork design, and value engineering. A Purdue University Graduate, James has degrees in: Architecture, Interior Design, and Construction Engineering Management Technology.
Project Manager – Tenant Improvements
james.jackson@thepetersonco.com
As a Superintendent for The Peterson Company, Kevin coordinates all work accomplished on the construction site. He engages and supports all construction players regarding quality control, safety, and timeliness. Kevin enjoys cooking and grilling BBQ on the grill in his spare time. Kevin and his wife Julie have two dogs, Sam and Pugsley. They enjoy going for walks and visits to the dog park.
Superintendent – New Construction
kjackson@thepetersonco.com
As project manager, Jacob is responsible for each project he manages from preconstruction through turnover. He brings five years of experience in the healthcare construction industry and graduated with Building Construction Management degree from Purdue University. In his free time, he enjoys doing house renovations and cheering on the Cubs, Pacers, Colts, and Purdue
Project Manager – New Construction
jkennedy@thepetersonco.com
Electrical Manager, Jerry Knop, has over 36 years of experience in the industry. Jerry oversees the day-to-day operations of the Electrical team. He enjoys family, cookouts, camping, and sporting events in his spare time. His hobbies include golf, bowling, coaching, and St. Louis Cardinals.
Electrical Manager
jknop@thepetersonco.com
As the Controller, Shawn manages all aspects of the accounting within the New Construction, Tenant Improvements, and General Construction divisions. In addition, he is a CPA with over seven years of experience. Shawn earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting and economics at Saint Joseph’s College (IN) in 2015. Outside of work, Shawn enjoys watching and playing sports and spending time with his family and friends.
Controller
skrager@thepetersonco.com
With over 25 years of experience in mainly the public sector of commercial construction, Jason came to Peterson to help develop a new General Construction Department. In 1996, Jason earned a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Indiana State University. Jason enjoys spending time with family, traveling, hunting, fishing, and being outdoors in his spare time.
Senior Project Manager – New Construction
jjones@thepetersonco.com
Matt is a Sr. Superintendent with over 14 years of experience. He has specialized in M.E.P. and ammonia refrigeration projects. His past projects include Aviation, Defense Department, nuclear facilities, printing facilities, and food manufacturing. Matt has been with his longtime girlfriend Shirley for 25+ years and loves spending time with his daughter and grandchildren. He is a car guy and enjoys traveling to Florida a couple of times a year for saltwater fishing trips.
Senior Superintedent – New Construction
mkoch@thepetersonco.com
Angie joined The Peterson Company in 2022 with more than 15 years of experience in the service industry. She specializes in maintaining strong customer relations and dispatching technicians. Angie enjoys being with her family and three dogs in her free time. Fun fact: she was raised in Speedway, Indiana, and has been to every Indy 500 except for four since 1987.
Assistant Property Services Coordinator
alaque@thepetersonco.com
As the Property Services Manager, Matt guides the day-to-day operations of our maintenance department. Matt is also our head locksmith, becoming certified in 2011. In his spare time, Matt and his wife, Emily, enjoy spending time with their five children.
Property Services Manager
mlyons@thepetersonco.com
As a Sr. Project Manager, Nate is responsible for each project he manages from inception through completion. He collaborates with the estimating department and field staff to ensure the project is completed on time and within budget. He graduated with a Civil Engineering degree from Valparaiso University. Nate has extensive construction experience, most of which he gained in the healthcare industry. He spends most of his spare time attending extracurricular activities with his family.
Senior Project Manager – New Construction
nlagrange@thepetersonco.com
Sr. General Superintendent of National Accounts, Chris has over 20 years of commercial construction experience. He joined The Peterson Company in 2016 to lead our travel division. Chris is the primary point of contact for all Travel Superintendents. He plays an integral role in maintaining consistency and demonstrating The Peterson Way with our travel teams, subcontractors, and clients.
Sr. General Superintendent of National Accounts – New Construction
cmarshall@thepetersonco.com
Wendi joined The Peterson Company in 2016. With over 20 years of payroll and administrative experience, Wendi serves as the liaison between customers and our field technicians. A former Kentuckian, Wendi describes herself as an avid Louisville Cardinals fan. Go Cards!
Property Services Coordinator
wmcgohon@thepetersonco.com
Liam assists the Controller with the day-to-day operations of the construction division and the management of tenant improvement jobs, from job setup to final lien waiver collection, as well as generating accurate and timely invoices to customers. He graduated from Ball State University with a BS in finance and a minor in financial planning. In his free time, he enjoys playing games and watching a good movie!
Construction Accountant
lmclochlin@thepetersonco.com
Kevin, a Peterson Superintendent, joined The Peterson Company in 2020. Kevin brings 30+ years of construction experience ranging from heavy concrete construction to institutional, manufacturing, and commercial projects. He attended Indiana State University and spent 12 years as a Field Operations Manager for a large general contractor. He enjoys hunting and golfing in his spare time.
Superintendent – New Construction
kmcnabb@thepetersonco.com
As a Project Manager at The Peterson Company, Brian supports the Senior Project Management team and manages both new construction and tenant-finish projects. He joined the Peterson family in 2016 with a degree from Indiana University and more than 20 years of experience in the commercial construction industry.
Project Manager – Tenant Improvements
boliver@thepetersonco.com
As a Superintendent at Peterson, Otto oversees O'Reilly's Auto Parts stores. He has been building O'Reilly's for about four years; before that, he had been building Dollar Generals for nearly 12 years. He enjoys spending time with his family and attending church in his spare time. He and his wife are trying to become foster parents to help needy children.
Superintendent – New Construction
opratt@thepetersonco.com
Jon Pressley is a Superintendent for the newly formed Hard Bid Department of New Construction here at The Peterson Company. He aids in coordinating subcontractors on-site, scheduling, and communicating with owners. He has 15 years of general contracting experience and an associate's degree from Ivy Tech. He spends his spare time hanging out with his family and mountain biking.
Superintendent – New Construction
jpressley@thepetersonco.com
Nick Reuter, our Pre-Construction Manager, comes to Peterson with a B.S. in Building Construction Management from Purdue University. Since receiving his degree, he has worked in the construction industry for over 21 years. Over the years, he has gained the majority of his experience in purchasing and estimating for a wide range of projects. His five-person family keeps him busy with sports like football, basketball, tennis, and cheerleading. Nick enjoys family vacations, exercise, lake activities, motorcycles, fishing, and golf.
Pre-Construction Manager
nreuter@thepetersonco.com
Our Property Services Assistant Manager, Lance Robertson, has been with The Peterson Company since 2016. Lance is responsible for the estimating and project management of the Property Services Department. He has over 35 years of experience in the building trades and project management. When he is not in the office, he enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing, and spending time with his family.
Property Services Assistant Manager
lrobertson@thepetersonco.com
As a Project Engineer at The Peterson Company, Stephen works closely with the Project Managers and Superintendents of the New Construction division overseeing our construction projects to ensure they are completed on time, under budget, and of the best quality. Stephen graduated from Ball State in 2020, earning his B.S. in Construction Management and minoring in Business Administration. In his spare time, Stephen enjoys lifting weights, boating, hunting, and spending time with friends and family.
Project Engineer – New Construction
srosiek@thepetersonco.com
As a Project Manager for the newly formed Hard Bid Department, Shawn is involved in projects from the bidding process through owner turnover. He graduated from Indiana State University in 1996 with a B.S in Construction Management. In his spare time. He enjoys camping, fishing, bowling, and spending time with family and friends.
Project Manager – New Construction
sshauber@thepetersonco.com
As Operations Coordinator, Brittany wears many hats at The Peterson Company including managing all human resource functions. A Purdue University graduate, Brittany assists in day-to-day coordination and management of business operational activities. In Brittany’s spare time she enjoys being involved in all things Indy including cheering on local sports teams, trying new restaurants and microbreweries and giving back to her community.
Operations Coordinator
bsiegler@thepetersonco.com
Amber's role as a Director of Project Administration at The Peterson Company is a hybrid of project administration and AP/AR functions. She graduated from Ivy Tech in Lafayette, Indiana, in 2002 with an associate's degree in accounting and has over 16 years of experience in construction project management. Amber enjoys spending time with her family, attending her children's activities, hosting game nights with friends, and cooking when she is not at work.
Director of Project Administration
ashultz@thepetersonco.com
As a Senior Project Manager at The Peterson Company, Matt oversees each of his projects from inception to completion. He is the primary point of contact for the owners, and he prioritizes their needs and expectations. Matt earned his Bachelor of Science in Building Construction Management from Purdue University. In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf, learning about history, and coaching kickball for his daughter's team.
Director of Operations / Sr. Project Manager – New Construction
mshultz@thepetersonco.com
Diana Simmons joined The Peterson Company in 2016, and is an integral part of the accounting team handling multiple aspects of accounts receivable and accounts payable. A lifelong Hoosier, Diana earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Ball State University and has worked in a variety of fields. She loves to read and describes herself as a NASCAR fan.
Senior Accountant
dsimmons@thepetersonco.com
Lorenzo is responsible for the high-level management of the Property Services Division's financial performance and reporting. He also works closely with the management team within that division to optimize their performance and continue to grow that part of our business. Before joining Peterson, he was a senior financial analyst at Ascension Health. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his kids, playing board games, and swimming.
Controller of Property Services
lsimo@thepetersonco.com
As an Assistant Project Manager, Kevin supports the Project Managers / Superintendents with planning and executing a successful construction project from start to finish. He graduated from Purdue University with B.S. Degree in Building Construction Management in 2016. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys traveling, golfing, and woodworking.
Assistant Project Manager – New Construction
kstark@thepetersonco.com
As a Superintendent at The Peterson Company, Zachary supports the Tenant Improvement Division. He joined Peterson in 2020 with a degree from the Indiana University Purdue University of Indianapolis in architectural technology. He is newly married and enjoys spending time traveling with his wife and kid.
Superintendent – Tenant Improvements
zswigert@thepetersonco.com
Laura has a blended role assisting the construction and accounting departments with project administration and AP/AR functions. She earned her Bachelor of Science at St. Mary-of-the-Woods University in Terre Haute, Indiana, and has over 20 years of experience in construction project administration. When not at work, Laura enjoys spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren, playing music with her band, hiking, and writing.
Sr. Training & Project Administrator
lterry@thepetersonco.com
As the Electrical Services Manager, Cole oversees all electrical service jobs.He has been in the electrical field for 15 years; Cole earned his Journeyman's inside card through IBEW in 2012. In his spare time. he enjoys spending time with family, hunting, and traveling.
Electrical Services Manager
cwalker@thepetersonco.com
Todd is a Project Manager supporting the New Construction Division with 7 years of experience in the commercial construction industry on a various range of projects from industrial to small tenant improvement projects. In his role, he oversees and manages all aspects of specific projects. Todd earned his bachelor’s degree from Purdue in Construction Management. In his free time, Todd enjoys spending time with his family, playing cards, and golfing.
Project Manager – New Construction
tward@thepetersonco.com
Brandon is responsible for each project he manages from inception through completion. He also collaborates closely with the construction management team to forecast and adjust staffing for our local and growing national accounts teams. With a B.S. from Purdue University and an MBA from I.U, his education and extensive career path allowed him to be a creative problem solver and team builder. While not working, Brandon enjoys spending time with his kids and coaching soccer.
Director of Accounts / Sr. Project Manager – New Construction
bweddle@thepetersonco.com
Bradley joined The Peterson Company in 2021 after graduating from Ball State University. He earned his B.S. Degree in Construction Management and a minor in Business Administration. Bradley assists the New Construction Superintendents with on-site management and overall coordination to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. In his spare time, he enjoys golfing and fishing.
Field Engineer – New Construction
bwhicker@thepetersonco.com
Michael joined Peterson in 2018 with a degree from Ivy Tech and more than 20 years of experience in the commercial construction industry. He also serves the vital role of Safety Director for the entire company. Michael enjoys being with his family and is involved in his community. Michael is on the board of the Brownsburg Girl's Softball League. He also coaches softball, baseball, & basketball for both girls & boys of all ages.
Environmental Health & Safety Director / Superintendent – New Construction
mwildman@thepetersonco.com