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Throughout 2024 , Shelter has dealt with tremendous challenges and heartbreak , both from a professional and personal perspective . The sudden , unexpected passing of Ryan Butler , Shelter ’ s founder , in March 2024 , sent shockwaves through the business , eventually leading to Ryan ’ s wife , Jenny , taking a leading position alongside Ryan ’ s former colleague , James Huffman , who joined Shelter as the Director of Construction .

Throughout this emotionally challenging time , Shelter has continued to offer seamless service and execution for its clients . We speak with Jenny and James to learn more about Ryan ’ s vision and background , as well as how they plan to continue Ryan ’ s legacy moving forward .

Supporting growth

“ Shelter was founded in 2013 by my husband , Ryan , a second-generation custom homebuilder who so passionately followed in his father ’ s footsteps ,” Jenny begins . “ Ryan started working for his father ’ s business during school , which is where his love for custom building began . He received his construction management degree from Bowling Green State University and rather than return to his father ’ s company , he decided to gain wider experience with national homebuilder , John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods .

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