LEADERSHIP
ANDREW SCHROEDER | CEO, Master Certified Remodeler (MCR), Universal Design Certified Professional (UDCP)
As CEO, Andrew focuses on all aspects of a project, ranging from the big picture to the smallest details. He joined Schroeder Design/Build in 1999 and became owner in 2011. In addition to running SDB, Andrew volunteers time with the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). He was one of the youngest people ever to receive his Master Certified Remodeler certification and was the 2020 winner of NARI’s national honor: the John Quaregna Award.
Andrew holds a degree in Business Management from James Madison University and is an avid traveler. He enjoys Crossfit and adventure races, along with soccer. In both work and play, Andrew demonstrates and sets the standard for the integrity that is an essential part of SDB’s success.
MARK GILL | General Manager
With a long career in local residential remodeling, Mark Gill serves as General Manager for SDB and became a co-owner in 2018. In his role, he works closely with clients to uncover and define their vision for their home, determine budgets and develop plans to help them achieve their dream. Mark is active in area networking and is a two-time past president of a local BNI chapter. He holds a Class A Contractor’s license.
When not working, Mark enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, airplanes and baseball.
SALES
JOE BURKE | Sales
Bio to come
DESIGN
GLENN MACCULLOUGH | Director of Design
After a career working for large architecture firms and running his own practice, Glenn MacCullough joined the Schroeder team to serve as Director of Design where he leads all design projects and helps to coordinate between design and construction.
Glenn is a registered architect in VA, MD and DC and is a member of the American Institute of Architects, Congress for New Urbanism, Lambda Alpha Honorary Land Economics Society, and the U.S. Green Building Council. He earned his Master in Architecture degree from Harvard University and his BS degree in Architecture from the University of Virginia. He previously worked with a variety of well-known architecture firms and has worked on sports-related projects including Nationals Park and Disney’s Wide World of Sports.
When not working, Glenn loves to travel. He’s visited 49 U.S. states and more than 30 countries so far. Glenn lives in Arlington with his wife and son.
NINA CARHUARICRA | Lead Designer
Nina applies her design training and knowledge of materials to tailor a home’s vision to each client’s needs. Through interaction with the client, she obtains a keen sense of their lifestyle, which guides the ideal design. Nina holds a BA degree in Interior Design and is proficient in the use of AutoCAD®, Revit, Chief Architect and 2020 Cabinet Design design softwares.
Through the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), Nina earns continuing credits in the field. In her free time, she is a boot camp instructor at an Alexandria gym and an avid volleyball player.
JESSICA PAGE | Lead Designer
Bio to come
CLAUDIO ODDO | Architectural Designer
Claudio is a CG Generalist and Animator with a focus on photo-realistic environment modeling, shaders, lighting and composition. Over the years, his experience has expanded into architecture, with skills ranging from design presentations to construction documents.
Claudio has been teaching Italian for Fairfax County Schools’ ACE program since 2008. When he leaves work, he enjoys spending time with his family and playing classical guitar.
PRODUCTION
SELEMA LAWSON-JACK | Director of Production
After 10 years of overseeing Operations in the residential remodeling industry, Selema decided to diversify into the design/build industry and joined the Schroeder team. In her role as Director of Production, she ensures that projects run on time and on budget, and that our clients are happy.
Selema earned a Petroleum Engineering degree from the University of Kansas and is an EPA Lead Certified Renovator. She is passionate about delivering quality work to our clients and maintains a strong focus on exceptional client experiences. She was named to the nation’s top Forty Under 40 by Pro Remodeler in 2021.
Selema loves going on road trips with family and friends any chance she gets! On weekends when she is not on the road, she can be found hosting sessions for teenage girls through her youth mentorship program, or exploring local restaurants as a self-proclaimed foodie.
JACK CANAN | Senior Project Manager
With a background in both commercial and residential construction sales, estimating and project management that spans more than 30 years, Jack is a great addition to the Schroeder team.
Jack has a full book of knowledge ranging from aging-in-place requirements for people who want to stay in their homes as they age, to fix-n-flip renovations for those with investment property, to energy reduction savings methods for commercial clients. He utilizes his creative talents for organization and for understanding how space use is critical for enjoyment.
Jack is married to his best friend—his wife, has a wonderful daughter, and loves to travel the world with his family. He spends weekends painting murals in his science fiction-themed basement and developing strategic war games and boards. He has a dog named Pickle who rules the house
AAZIB SHAUKAT | Project Manager
As Project Manager, Muhammad Aazib Shaukat acts as a bridge between the office and the field. His tasks include coordination, communication, monitoring progress, and addressing everything from the day-to-day routine tasks to any extraordinary issues that may come up with a project. Prior joining SDB, he was a project manager for a Maryland remodeling company specializing in flipping homes.
Originally from Pakistan, Aazib lives in Ashburn, VA with his wife and three children. He holds a B.Arch. degree and as an architect, Master Planned six industrial parks in Pakistan. “This was my biggest professional achievement in life so far,” he says. When not working, Aazib indulges his passion for exploring, meeting people and experiencing various cultures. In his words, “I could drive for miles, going from forests to seas, and mountains to deserts.”
ELIZABETH LITKE | Project Developer
Elizabeth graduated from Emory & Henry College with a degree in Business Administration and worked for a number of years as a Production Manager in the masonry industry prior to expanding her horizons at Schroeder Design/Build. She brings her unique perspective to our team, with the main goal of delivering projects on time and on budget.
Since moving to Northern Virginia after college, Elizabeth has embraced living in Leesburg and enjoys exploring the towns in surrounding areas with her fiancé Julian and their Catahoula Bulldog named Chunk. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, reading and taking Barre classes.
ARIEL MASTBROOK | Project Developer
As a Project Developer, Ariel serves as a liaison between the design and production departments. Whether she’s coordinating subcontractors, ordering materials, or performing other behind-the-scenes work, her main focus is to ensure that your project is completed on time and on budget. Prior to joining the SDB team, Ariel had a background in customer service, sales, marketing and administration in both the pet care and design/build industries.
Outside of the office, Ariel enjoys spending quality time with her husband and their fur babies—3 playful dogs, a mischievous cat and a rescued turtle. Some of her favorite activities include travel, reading and making memories with family and friends.
ADMINISTRATION
BETH BOTWRIGHT | Chief Accounting Manager
Beth keeps the wheels turning and daily operations running smoothly at SDB with her incredible organizational skills. Her responsibilities encompass many aspects of SDB, including AP/AR, billing, sales and customer service. Beth personifies our culture of customer service and responsiveness. She holds degrees in both business and human resources.
In her time off, Beth enjoys time with her husband and two sons, and in ensuring that each student receives the level of education that allows them to achieve their highest potential. She is an advocate in the fight against breast cancer and has participated five times in the Susan G. Komen 3-day, 60-mile walk.
MARKETING
LINDA BARRETT | Director of Marketing
Linda brings us a wide-ranging background in marketing and public relations, and most recently had served as a consultant in the construction industry through her own company. She creates and coordinates external and internal marketing efforts for SDB, and serves as an interface with clients to document projects and project stories. She is a prolific writer, with more than 1,900 feature articles published in magazines and newspapers—including one on Schroeder before she worked here! Linda holds a Clio Award and is a licensed Virginia real estate agent.
When not working, Linda loves traveling, cooking, ballroom dancing and magic. She holds a BS Degree from James Madison University.
FOUNDERS
TOM SCHROEDER | Founder and Engineer, Certified Remodeler (CR)
Tom co-founded SDB in 1986 and is proud to be called a “Remodeler.” Today, he serves as SDB’s technical specialist, structural reviewer and troubleshooter.
Tom earned a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Wisconsin and his Certified Remodeler certificate from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). When not busy on projects, Tom volunteers at a local women’s shelter. With an infectious sense of humor and insatiable love of life and adventure, Tom is more than a cornerstone for SDB.
TRISH SCHROEDER | Founder, Director of Business Development
Co-founder Trish has been the backbone of SDB from its inception in 1986, and now serves in a business development role to ensure the company’s ongoing success. With perseverance, she continually pursues the goal to be a trusted resource for all clients, past and present.
Trish volunteers with the Washington DC Metro chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), and has served in many leadership positions including as president and committee chairperson. She received NARI Metro DC’s President’s Award in 2020 and was recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award by NARI National in 2020. In her free time, Trish delights in gardening and spending time with her family.