MARK VANWELL, OWNER
Mark has over 21 years of masonry experience, eighteen (18) of those years as a masonry contractor in the State of Washington.  Mark has built projects from single-family remodels to large residential and commercial.  His current focus is meeting the needs of production-style masonry for new construction builders and contractors.  His talents are for creating and maintaining budgets, scheduling manpower, and material placement.
He is the president and charter member of the Residential Masonry Contractors Association (RMCA).  He also teaches masonry training to carry the craft forward to a new generation of up-and-coming masons.  Mark’s philosophy of proper training, flexible team work, and professional business ethics keeps him unsurpassed as a leader in the masonry industry.
 

TIM CARPENTER, FOREMAN
 Tim began with VanWell Masonry in 2002, bring over 10 years’ experience within the masonry industry.  His unsurpassed field management skills and understanding of building envelope systems makes him a perfect choice for our larger, more technical projects.  Tim also holds certifications in masonry training, OSHA 10, CPR, Scaffold Erection and equipment operation.  Combine those with his skills in working with general contractors, envelope consultants, and inspectors, and he is a leader in the field.  We are proud to have the opportunity to work with Tim.
 

CHAD TENZLER, CUSTOMER SERVICE
 Chad came to VanWell Masonry in 1998 as a hodcarrier.  It was noticed shortly thereafter that his ‘attention to detail’ and his ability to converse well with owners and general contractors made him a good fit for Customer Service.  He has risen to the challenge of making sure the customer’s project is complete before possession, and is there to help with any of the owner’s needs afterwards.  Chad’s integrity and judgment of fairness work well for customer service and even better for safety.  He is dedicated to keeping our employees not only WISHA-OSHA compliant, but to also make sure they enjoy long, healthy carriers in our industry.
 

JOHN VANWELL, FOREMAN
Coming to VanWell Masonry in 1996 as a hodcarrier, John is one of VanWell Masonry’s more seasoned employees.  As such, he has had an opportunity to help in molding our growth in his career of field management.  John holds certifications in masonry training, OSHA 10, CPR, Scaffold Erection, and equipment operation.  With his last name of VanWell, John has an emotional connection to this company, as well as his work.  John pays an even closer attention to the details of the work, knowing his name is on it.
 

MATT STUDER, FOREMAN
 Matt started with VanWell in 1999 as a hodcarrier, primarily with a commercial background.  With hard work and dedication to the residential aspects of masonry, Matt completed his masonry training in the spring of 2005.  His ability to learn quickly and his dedication to the masonry industry has put Matt in a field management position at the age of 30.  Matt holds certifications in masonry training, OSHA 10, CPR, Scaffold Erection, and equipment operation.  Though Matt’s 10-year career may be short compared to some, there are no shortcomings in Matt’s ability to manage high-production housing developments or jobsites.
 

BRAD MORFORD, FOREMAN
A twenty-year veteran of the masonry industry, coming to VanWell in 2001, Brad has an extensive background in field management, as well as certifications in OSHA 10, Scaffold Erection, and equipment operation.  His ability to work with others and solve challenges allows him to complete projects that are not only pleasing to the eye, but are on time and on budget.  He is a complement to our industry, and we are proud to have him as our team mate.

CONNIE VANWELL, OFFICE MANAGER
Connie came to VanWell Masonry in a part-time role in 1995.  As we grew, so did the demand for office structure.  In 1998, Connie started full-time, stepping up to create and maintain whatever support was needed to keep VanWell Masonry operating at peak performance.  Her job description includes the hiring and overseeing of the office staff, bookkeeping, payroll, employee insurance and billing.  She is diligent in making sure all office procedures are performed and followed in a timely and professional manner.