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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

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.

Todd Griffie

Project Manager/Superintendent

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.

Mark Jones

Project Manager

Mark started his career in manufacturing, managing capital improvement projects and day to day operations for a large paint manufacturer.  After relocating to Florida, Mark transitioned into construction to focus his job responsibilities on what he enjoys most – project management.  His engineering background and experience has given Mark the ability to maintain a tight budget, plan and schedule well, and problem solve quickly to keep a project moving forward.

Jasmine Martinez

Project Coordinator 

Jasmine assist the project managers and superintendents with key job items.

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.

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Casey Lucas

Controller

Casey is for the financial aspect of the company.

Hunter Spitler

Director of Business Development

Hunter is responsible for all new business acquisition for Verstar construction.

Addison Verville

Social Media & Marketing

Addison is responsible for all social media and marketing material. 

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