Tibma Design Build's Team Approach to Professionalism Our company has a collaborative approach to business that recognizes the contribution of each team member. We encourage and train each member of the team to perform their individual role as effectively as possible. Professionalism is a critical element in our formula for success and we are proud to be members of the: National Kitchen and Bath Association, National Association of Home Builders and National Association of the Remodeling Industry. Through these affiliations, Tibma Design Build remains up- to-date on industry trends, product innovations, and construction techniques. In order for each member of the team to maximize their potential, we believe in contributing to their personal and professional growth. As part of the company's commitment to education, our entire team attends the Journal of Light Construction Conference in Providence each year. We also encourage them to participate in other seminars and courses that are geared to their particular role within the company. Dan and Mary Tibma attend the National Remodeler's Show with more than 10,000 other remodelers, builders and architects for educational courses and exhibits from over 350 companies with new products for the remodeling industry. Also, they attend meetings of the Remodelers Advantage Roundtables, an industry think-tank for remodelers. Fifteen remodeling executives from across the nation meet and provide each other with input and advice on how they can continually improve the products and services each company offers. Working together as a team and emphasizing professionalism in all areas of the company, we are able to guide each client systematically through the remodeling process in a manner that develops trust, confidence and pride. The end result is a remodeling project that perfectly expresses each client's individuality.

Staff photographs by:
Chip Fanelli

Dan Tibma
President

Winner of 2005, 2003 and 2001 PRISM Awards from the Builders Association of
Greater Boston as well as the 2006 Contractor of the Year Award from the
Eastern Massachusetts Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, Dan Tibma puts his 25 years of construction experience to good use. Dan grew up in a homebuilding family and graduated college with a degree in Construction Management. He has worked in both the commercial and residential construction industries and is licensed as a home improvement contractor and general contractor. As President of Tibma Design Build, Dan is responsible for overseeing the Production team, and collaborating with clients to visualize the possibilities for their home. Dan sees a distinct connection between these roles. “Developing a complete vision of the project is a critical and often underestimated part of the process”, says Dan, “as proper planning makes it possible for the construction team do their job efficiently.”

“The planning process should go beyond a floorplan and address both the lifestyle demands of the client, as well as their preferences for style and color,” says Dan. “The integration of these two elements is critical in creating a space that perfectly suits the client and is just as they visualized it.” When not remodeling the homes of other families, Dan enjoys spending time with his own family, as well as sailing, and hiking.
 

Mary Tibma
Operations and Marketing Director

“I enjoy remodeling because you develop ideas that change peoples’ surroundings and you end up improving their lifestyle,” says Mary Tibma. “You have the ability to change how people feel about themselves and their home. If you start your day in a kitchen or bath you love, it can affect your outlook on the day.” In her marketing efforts, Mary shares past clients’ experiences in an effort to make the same experience available to all area homeowners remodeling their kitchen or bath. Mary oversees the operations of the business and is responsible for developing and implementing systems and product enhancements. In her spare time, Mary enjoys sailing, gardening, and playing with her three children.

Jodi Geran  
Lead Desinger

As Lead Designer, Jodi coordinates all aspects of residential design for
Tibma, from spearheading the earliest creative plans, to putting the finishing touches on each project. Jodi's good listening skills and ability to draw on cues from the client's environment serve her well as she develops plans that realize each client's dreams for their home.

Jodi has worked in the design field for more than a decade, most recently for a high-end kitchen design firm, and previously as the senior designer for a design build firm. She graduated with a degree in Interior Design from Endicott College.

She has a proven track record as an award-winning designer who has been recognized by national cabinetry manufacturers and featured in national trade publications. Her enthusiasm for innovative design, energy and creative eye provide tremendous capabilities to our company.

Jodi is an avid skier as well as a snowboarder, and is a self-professed sports fanatic. She loves hiking with her dog Brady, a yellow Labrador named after the New England Patriots quarterback.

Brian O'Leary
Estimator

As Tibma's Estimator, Brian is actively involved in the design process for
each project and gives constant cost-feedback to the design team and the
client. He develops allowances for each product that needs to be selected
and monitors the choices that are made by the client and the design team.
He makes sure to stay within the project's budget and provides budget
options if the client wants to accommodate a "must-have" product. In addition, he reviews the schematic designs and makes sure that any issues
are addressed by the design and construction team; resulting in a comprehensive set of plans for the project. Brian makes sure that construction crews have the information and materials that they need to get the job done on-time and on-budget. Brian's experience in project management and systems development ensures that the details of each projects design get carried out in the field. His focus is on providing each client with exceptional results and a high level of satisfaction with their remodeling experience. Brian enjoys sports, especially hockey and golf and spends his weekends relaxing with friends and family.

Courtney Towne
Financial and Human Resources Manager

Courtney is well suited as Tibma's Financial and Human Resources Manager, as she loves working with numbers and people. She joined the team on a full-time basis several months ago, and has added the responsibility of being the Human Resources Manager to her duties. In this expanded role, she explores employee benefits, analyzes time cards and looks for training opportunities for the team. Her ability to look at issues in a different way has added a dimension of professionalism and accomplishment to the team. When she's not balancing statements, making journal entries and generating financial reports, Courtney enjoys reading, cooking, running and watching baseball.

Laurie LaRosa
Administrative Assistant

Laurie's title of Administrative Assistant hardly captures the important role that she plays in our company. She is the first person that a client speaks to when they call our office and she serves as a valuable contact for them throughout the process of designing and remodeling their home. She
keeps clients informed of upcoming meetings, prepares information on our
services, updates product selections and supports the Production team during construction. Not only does her pleasant nature and great "can-do" attitude radiate in everything she does, but she completes each task with a sense of style. Her degree in retail fashion merchandising and coursework in interior design comes in very handy in working with our design team. Laurie loves working with the team and is a terrific asset to our office staff. Laurie loves to cook, read and shop! Time with her family is very important to her and she enjoys visiting with them.

Brad Abusamra 
Lead Carpenter

Brad's organizational skills, attention to detail and twenty plus years of
experience on the job combine to make him a terrific asset when leading the charge on each project. He enjoys the interaction with other members of the
Tibma team as well as the challenge of making sure that every detail is done
correctly during construction. His talents carry over to his free time when he enjoys woodworking projects and real estate interests. He also likes to spend time with his son and wife, and vacation in Maine.
 

Willie David
Lead Carpenter

Willie brings 27 years of experience to each project that he manages. As
the owner of his own business for 24 years, he knows how to keep his eye on each aspect of the project and anticipate problems and resolve them before they impact the job. His positive outlook and the twinkle in his eye make
him a favorite with clients. He enjoys the challenge of each job and the opportunity to work on a well-designed project. When at home, he can often be found working outside in his yard. He also enjoys being with family and friends, cooking, traveling, golfing or watching the Red Sox and Patriots.

Christopher Lozeau
Lead Carpenter

Chris is already teaching his four and six year old sons basic woodworking skills.  After twenty years in the business, Chris enjoys being a carpenter and takes pride in his meticulously detailed craftsmanship. He completes each project down to the smallest detail and treats each job site as if it were his own home.  In his free time, Chris enjoys fishing and riding his all terrain vehicle.

 

Louis Pavao
Lead Carpenter

Responsible for making sure that your project flows from start to finish as expected, Louis calls upon his 27 years experience in the building industry. With functional beauty as his goal for each kitchen or bath, Louis ensures that both the mechanics and aesthetics of your home come together seamlessly. In his free time, Louis enjoys working with automobiles.
 

Matthew Pacheco
Carpenter

Matt once did finish carpentry in luxury hotels and casinos while living on the West Coast.  Now, with almost twenty years of experience that ranges from commercial construction to custom home building, Matt enjoys creating spaces for families to live in and enjoy.  Matt also serves as a firefighter in a nearby town and is busy with making improvements on his new home.  He loves spending his free time with his wife and young daughter. 

John Jordan
Field Assistant & Warranty Specialist

John provides support to all the members of our production team; whether it is to lend a hand installing cabinets or making sure we respond to a client's warranty issues. John’s years of experience in the construction industry make him a valuable extra set of hands.  Always good-natured and easygoing, John loves spending time with his wife and two daughters.  When he has time for himself, he plays ice hockey and golf.