Meet Our Verstar Team
We believe in honesty, integrity, and transparency in all our dealings with our clients. We value teamwork, professionalism, and continuous learning and improvement.
Chris Verville
President of Construction
Mr. Verville is responsible for the day to day operation of Fred M. Starling Inc., the construction subsidiary of the Starling Group. He joined Fred M. Starling, Inc. in early 2014, and brings significant experience in all facets of building construction. He has been involved in projects totaling over 3 million square feet and over $200 million in revenue. These projects have included hospital, low and mid-rise commercial office, light industrial, manufacturing, multi-family, and warehousing. Additionally, he has served clients in numerous industries, including medical, banking, distribution, energy, hospitality, restaurant, retail, technology, and telecommunications. Chris also has extensive experience with feasibility studies and proforma analysis across multiple product types, and can be an invaluable resource at the conceptual or planning stages of any project. A native of Indiana and 1999 graduate of Purdue University with a degree in Building Construction Management, Chris began his career working with national and regional construction firms throughout the Midwest and Southeast. In 2007 Chris relocated to his hometown in Indiana and acted as founding partner and President of another design-build construction management firm where he was responsible for the complete oversight of all operations and business development. After six years in the Midwest, Chris made the decision to return to Florida in 2013, and has set his focus on continuing the operational excellence of The Starling Group through superior construction management, while also cultivating and perpetuating a sustained and controlled growth of the business through the development of additional market regions and product types. Chris is a licensed commercial building contractor in the State of Indiana and a licensed unlimited commercial general contractor in the State of Florida.
Bryan Vance
Project Manager
With more than 20 years in the construction industry, Bryan has the knowledge and experience to take on a wide range of construction projects. As a company owner and licensed contractor, he is practiced in communicating with both sub-contractors and clients to reach the common goal of a seamless construction project. Professionalism, attention to detail, emphasis on budget and adherence to schedule are a few of the key attributes he is committed to bringing to each project.
Todd Griffie
Project Manager
With 24 years of commercial development, infrastructure and construction experience, Todd came on board with the Starling Group as Superintendent in 2013. Todd’s first project was a 3-story 38,000 S.F. classroom building for the Sarasota Military Academy campus. Mr. Starling observed a superintendent who was very dedicated to giving the time and attention necessary to finish a quality project, within budget and on schedule. Also commendable were the working relationships Todd developed with both the client and sub-contractors. It was obvious he was a perfect fit for the Starling Group team and was soon promoted to Project Manager, overseeing numerous construction projects. Todd has lived and worked in Sarasota/Manatee County area for the past ten years.
Bob Hamilton
General Superintendent
Bob joined the Starling Group in late 2014 as the construction superintendent for a $1.6 million children's Day Academy. He has 13 years of commercial medical ground-up construction experience and is using his knowledge and skill to oversee projects in the construction division of the Starling Group. His most recent project is superintendent of a 102,000 sf senior living project in Lakewood Ranch. Bob has lived in this area for over 40 years.
Bill Hawley
General Superintendent
Bill joined the Starling Group in 2013 with a strong background in Commercial and Residential construction on the West Coast of Florida. 30+ years of field experience shows as Bill directs the day to day operation of various construction projects. He has the ability to perform carpentry, framing, plumbing, electrical, concrete, drywall and more in order to get the job done. Most recently Bill completed Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics, an 18,000 sf facility that trains more than 600 young gymnasts.
