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▼ Teri McDermott, CEO
For many in the US homebuilding industry, the path has been one built on family connections, but for Teri McDermott, CEO of CRD Design Build( CRD), her story is one of determination. Since the passing of Teri’ s husband, Michael, CRD’ s Strategic Operations and Plans Manager, in July 2024, Teri has seamlessly taken responsibility for the business, continuing their legacy and providing excellent remodeling services across Seattle.
“ Although I’ ve always held a key position within the business, I never imagined I’ d be leading a $ 12-million business on my own,” Teri opens.“ Originally known as Conner Remodeling and Design, CRD was established in 1980 by Denny Conner. Michael and I ran a different general contracting business, but in 2008 during the housing crisis, I started doing accounting work for other companies, one of
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