Women in Construction Week

Buckle your tool belts, put on your hard hats, and join Eastbrook Homes as we celebrate the 26th annual Women in Construction Week! Beginning in 1998, this yearly celebration recognizes the accomplishments of women throughout every corner of the construction industry, from architects and electricians to interior designers and decorators.

Every department of the Eastbrook Homes team is a living testament to the incredible work being done by women across the industry. In the spirit of Women in Construction Week, we spoke with Eastbrook team members to learn more about how they started working in construction, what makes their work so exciting, and why they love being a part of the Eastbrook team! Read on to hear their stories.

Accounting

Stacey Misiewicz 

What is your position and what does it entail? 

Senior Accountant for the Land Development side of Eastbrook.

What is your favorite part of your job? 

Working with an exceptional group of people!

Amber Monroe

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am the AP Manager/Project Accountant and I: 

• Onboard and maintain accurate records and documentation for all our build partners (suppliers and subcontractors).
• Process and issue payments.
• Analytics, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Initiate and implement various projects.

What brought you to the homebuilding industry? 

I was brought on as an Accounting Department Assistant with Eastbrook after college. I wanted to move on from Residential property management and was lucky enough to land at Eastbrook Homes 😊

Architecture

Erika Kuhnle

What is your position and what does it entail? 

As the architecture department manager, I organize jobs with team members, checking in to see how things are going along the drawing process, and assisting with getting any questions answered. We work together to create new designs and maintain existing home plans. We research building and design trends, monitoring our drawing process as we go to ensure efficiency and accuracy. I review drawings to check that everything works structurally and that the systems coordinate, as well as checking for design and options. 

What is your favorite part of your job? 

My favorite part of the job is taking care of my team, making sure we’re communicating well with others, and showing respect in our work. I am inspired by the efficiency of the Eastbrook building process, as well as the customers that make each home unique and special. It’s fun to embrace the Eastbrook motto of, “Design each home as if it were your own.” We want our homeowners to be happy! 

Taryn Goforth

What is your position and what does it entail?  

Architecture Draftsman. I make changes to plan drawings to relay what the clients want updated, changed, or added to their home so that the construction team can build from them.

What is your favorite part of your job? 

My favorite part would be very hard to decide. I love to design new plans when given the opportunity, but I also am very meticulous in digging in to make sure my drawings are accurate, clean, and the best representation of what the client is expecting of their house in the end. I also love the idea that I helped create something that a person walks into and wakes up everyday in, where hopefully they take a look around and smile and call this their HOME.

Customer Closings

Kathleen Adams

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am the Corporate In-House Attorney for Eastbrook. I work with the Development Department, drafting master deeds and legal documents to set up our new communities. My position includes being the Corporate Closing Manager working with Laura Spead to run the Closing Department. Also, I am very involved with the Property Associations Department, working with Taylor Youngs to manage our condominium and property owners’ associations. 

How long have you worked for Eastbrook?  

35 years.

Laura Spead 

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am the Customer Closing Manager. The majority of my role is preparing for and scheduling all of our closings. This includes the upkeep and organization of the electronic and hard file system at Eastbrook to make sure all I’s are dotted and T’s are crossed, sending needed documents to lenders and the title company, and coordinating the final pieces so that lenders can obtain their final approval when the home is completed.

What is your favorite part of your job? 

I LOVE interacting with our buyers to schedule their closing. It is the final step of what can seem like a long process and it is so exciting pulling everything together to have them move into their dream home. It is especially sweet when I can hear about their story of what brought them to that specific area and community. 

Estimating

Emma Sinclair

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am an Estimator – I estimate (lol, but for real I estimate all the materials needed to build our homes). 

What is your favorite part of your job? 

I really enjoy my coworkers. 

Janel Mullen 

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am a Senior Estimator at EBH. I complete estimates for everything needed to build buyers’ homes. Within our department I manage job tracking information between architecture and assigning jobs to the estimators. I also train new estimators and support Construction Managers in the field.

What is your favorite part of your job? 

I enjoy my co-workers and the fun team we have created. I like that we all strive to complete jobs to keep buyers homes moving forward.

Baylie Mooney

What is your position and what does it entail? 

My background is in estimating, but I have been working on programming a new company-wide software for the last two years. During this time, I have been working on combining our five current programs into one that will provide a better, more complete experience for all of Eastbrook’s employees. Between Sales, Production, Estimating, and more, I have dipped my toes into almost every department during the process. 

What brought you to the homebuilding industry? 

I grew up in the homebuilding industry, so I’ve been surrounded by construction and job sites since I was born. I followed in the footsteps of my dad, so it was only natural that I ended up in this industry.

Home Creation Studio

Alena Turk

What brought you to the homebuilding industry? 

I’ve had a love for homes from the time I was a little girl and I’ve always been fascinated to see how each person uniquely designs their home to fit their personality and needs. 

What is your favorite part of your job?

I love how every home that I work on is different, from the layout to the design. I also love working with a variety of customers and personalities! It is so fun to be part of such a monumental part of a lot of people’s lives. 

Cassidy McGeorge

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am a Junior Interior Designer and my position involves guiding and assisting customers through the design phase and planning process of their new home. 

What brought you to the home building industry?  

I fell in love with architecture and drafting in high school…so I decided to pursue a degree in design!  

Sarah O’Gorman 

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am a Designer. I guide buyers through the selection of all elements of their home from cabinetry layout, countertops, paint, all the way through to the exterior finishes. I also provide insight into product knowledge as well as pull design ideas that will fit the buyer’s design style and lifestyle needs. 

How long have you worked for Eastbrook? 

11 years in March 

Megan Mansfield

What is your position and what does it entail?

I am a Senior Interior Designer in the Home Creation Studio! I work with buyers on all the interior details for their home. This includes selections, cabinetry, and features and details for the interior and exterior of their homes. I also do structural appointments as well, and work with buyers before the selection phase on all the structural features and electrical they are looking to add to their homes. 

What brought you to the homebuilding industry? 

I have always had an interest in homebuilding and interior design since I was a little girl. My dad has worked in the building industry my whole life, and it has always been something that interested me. I love the personalization of designing homes and working with buyers to create their dream homes! 

Amanda Smit 

How long have you worked for Eastbrook? 

I have been with Eastbrook for 8 years.

What brought you to the homebuilding industry? 

I have always loved working with people and creating beautiful spaces and architecture!

Home Owners Association

Taylor Youngs

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am the HOA Manager. For communities where Eastbrook is the developer, I manage all aspects of the association until we turn over control to an elected homeowner Board of Directors. This includes approving exterior changes and architectural requests, processing dues, answering questions from homeowners, communicating with vendors, and maintaining and preparing financials. 

What is your favorite part of your job? 

I enjoy seeing a community start as plans on paper and then turn into a neighborhood that people call home. As more homeowners close on their new homes, the meaning of community changes from something relatively abstract into a great fellowship.  It’s a fun process to be a part of! 

Human Resources and Customer Experience

Tracy Pryce

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am the Manager of Human Resources and Customer Experience. I work on hiring, training programs, and enforcing processes. I am a liaison between the customer and the employees conducting the work. 

For 2024, what are some new initiatives or projects that you’re excited about? 

I’m excited to hire the best candidates possible and provide outstanding customer service!

Land Development

Rachel Fox 

What is your position and what does it entail? 

Land Development Coordinator – I help track the different tasks needed to complete each development project. I ensure everything is getting done in a timely manner to get the land ready for homes to be built. 

What is your favorite part of your job? 

I like working with my coworker, Wendy. She has taught me from scratch everything that I know, and we always have a good time. 

Online Sales Team 

Christine Minzlaff

What brought you to the homebuilding industry? 

Hosting an open house for another sales agent 8.5 years ago made me realize I love helping others build their dream home. I loved the creativity and seeing a home go from dirt to key! 

What is your favorite part of your job? 

For the OSS position, it’s being able to talk with thousands of people and helping them get one step closer to their dream home. There’s no other job like it! 

Mitzi Jones

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am part of the Online E-leads Team – when prospects come in, from either a phone call or the internet, our team connects with them first, then passes them on to the Sales Team 

How long have you worked for Eastbrook?

 3 years 

Production

Kayla Davis

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am the Production Assistant. I coordinate with municipalities, utility companies, and our internal construction team to jumpstart the building process with the necessary permits and applications. I communicate with township and city officials to ensure all the required paperwork and approvals are received. 

What is your favorite part of your job?

My favorite part of my job is being able to visit job sites during different stages of the building process. Seeing as my job primarily involves paperwork at the beginning of the construction process, it is fun to see my work translate into something tangible in the field.

Sales

Stacy Vis

What is your position and what does it entail? 

I am the Sales Coordinator, so I approve all the purchase agreements from the sales team. I also work with each sales agent to make their personal sales goals a reality and help them execute customer experience initiatives.

For 2024, what are some new initiatives or projects that you’re excited about? 

I am excited to enhance our customers’ experience throughout the home-building journey.

Don’t miss a chance to work with each of these incredible team members! Our talented designers will help you design your dream home, or you can take advantage of one of our many move-in-ready homes. Explore the feature gallery on our website and tour a model home for design inspiration, then connect with us when you’re ready to start the building process!