The Peterson Company

WHO WE ARE

HOW WE BUILD MATTERS

The Peterson Company is a national full-service construction, tenant improvement, and property maintenance company. Our seasoned management professionals identify the best architects, engineers, and designers to deliver the most functional, cost-effective solution to meet your facility’s needs. What differentiates Peterson is our strong development and ownership background, which compels us to treat every project and building like our own. This, above all else, sets Peterson apart. With concrete and steel, we build structures. With integrity and performance, we build relationships. 

BUILDING THE PETERSON WAY FROM COAST TO COAST

OUR STORY

The patriarch of The Peterson Company is Howard C. Peterson. In 1949, Howard rode a Harley-Davidson from his hometown of Janesville, Wisconsin, to attend the Indianapolis 500. He was 19 years old and had just $20 in his pocket. However, he liked Indy so much that he decided to stay and soon found a job laying blocks for houses. That set him on the path to becoming a general contractor and eventually a developer with great success.

Howard Peterson was a highly respected businessman, civic leader, and philanthropist who had a tremendous impact on Indianapolis. His passion, vision, character, and principles continue to guide The Peterson Company today

A RELIABLE TEAM

Led by owners who built The Peterson Company with over 300 years of collective experience. Peterson combines knowledge and long-term relationships to achieve results with a passion to surpass expectations.

Bret Stallcop

President of Construction

David Charron

President of Property Services

Tom Reasoner

Chief Executive Officer

Matt Brauer

Vice President of Development and Operations

Ken Cottle

Chief Financial Officer

Manish Gandhi

Sr. Vice President

Matt Shultz

Vice President of Construction

Brian Davis

Sr. Preconstruction Manager

Matt Lyons

Director Of Property Services

Don Piggush

Chairman

Bret Stallcop

President of New Construction

As a Managing Member at The Peterson Company, Bret oversees the New Construction team, focusing on client relations, team building, expanding markets, and new opportunities. With years of experience in the commercial construction industry, Bret has overseen multiple significant projects throughout the country. 

Bret earned his B.S. in Construction Technology from Indiana State University.

David Charron

President of Property Services

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 and owners.

Tom Reasoner

Chief Executive Officer

As the CEO, 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. 

Matt Brauer

Sr. VIce President - Development and Operations

As VP of Development and Operations, Matt oversees all aspects of client project development, site planning, incentives, project sourcing, and transaction negotiation. He brings 8 years of experience in commercial/industrial development throughout the Midwest.

He earned his Bachelor of Science from Indiana University, a Master’s degree from Purdue University, and his MBA from the University of South Florida

Ken Cottle

Chief Financial Officer

As CFO, Ken has responsibility for all aspects of the Accounting department, including budgeting, financial analysis, compliance and monthly financial statements. He is a CPA and results-oriented Finance leader, with over 16 years of accounting experience – comprised of 3 years in public accounting, growing from Staff Accountant to CFO over 9 years at a healthcare IT consulting company and 4 years here at The Peterson Company.

He earned a B.S. degree in Accounting and Business Management at the University of Evansville.

Manish Gandhi

Sr. VIce President

As Sr. Vice President, 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.

Matt Shultz

Director of Operations

As Vice President of Construction at The Peterson Company, Matt oversees each project from inception to completion. He is the primary point of contact for the owners and prioritizes their needs and expectations. 

Matt earned his Bachelor of Science in Building Construction Management from Purdue University.

Brian Davis

Sr. Preconstruction Manager

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. 

Matt Lyons

Director Of Property Services

As the Director Of Property Services, Matt manages four key departments: HVAC, Electrical, Carpentry, and General Maintenance. He is responsible for optimizing operational efficiency, leading cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement across the Property Services Division.

Matt is also our head locksmith, becoming certified in 2011

Don Piggush

Chairman

As Chairman of The Peterson 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.