Our People

After beginning his career in the building industry as a laborer, Steve saw an opportunity to provide a higher level of service to his friends and neighbors. Armed with the belief that customer service builds the best relationships, he founded Templeton Building Company in 1980. Over the years, his keen ability to weave his ever-expanding knowledge and experience with respect for client’s vision has produced many beautiful homes and lasting friendships. His hands-on approach to leadership and friendly demeanor has shaped Templeton into a well-known and widely respected company.

Steve holds a Michigan Builders License and was one of the first builders in Michigan to become a Certified Green Professional through the National Association of Home Builders.

He and his wife, Ann, live in Birmingham and have three adult children. They enjoy traveling, staying active, and spending time with their grandchildren.

After obtaining a degree from Lawrence Technological University, Ben joined his father in business. His ability to quickly understand the challenges of both large and small projects while maintaining positive relationships with those around him creates a warm and enjoyable atmosphere.

Ben holds a Michigan Builders License and is a Certified Graduate Builder, Certified Graduate Remodeler, and Certified Green Professional through the National Association of Home Builders. Ben was awarded Professional Remodeler Forty Under 40 in 2012 and served as the HBA President in 2021 and 2022.

When not working, you can find Ben with his family, traveling, and working on his vintage truck.

Since joining the Templeton team as summer help in 2004, Ashley has risen through the ranks and become everyone’s right hand. Handling client relations, project organization and selections, and human resources, she has her hands in almost every aspect of our work and is equally valuable to the staff as well as our clients.

Ashley holds a degree in small business management from Baker College. In 2017, Ashley was awarded Professional Remodeler Forty Under 40.

When not holding things together at work, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, and watching reruns of The Office.

A Cincinnati native, Greg brings nearly three decades of experience in the construction industry. After 19 years as a remodeling contractor, he spent a decade building homes along Michigan’s coast before joining Templeton Building Company. As Construction Manager, Greg oversees Project Managers, ensures quality control, and upholds the highest building standards. When he’s not on the job, he enjoys traveling the world and spending time with his children.

Paul’s more than 30 years of experience, cheerful attitude, and understanding of the industry make him a strong asset to the Templeton leadership team. He’s able to put the key people in place on a jobsite, ensuring that the work is done to our standards and in a timely fashion. He creates strong relationships with those around him making collaboration easy.

If not working, Paul is often found golfing, kayaking, or putting in work at his cottage on Lake Huron.

One of our longest serving employees, Mike is well versed in the Templeton way. Joining Templeton staff in 1995, he has held many roles including lead framer, commercial project manager, and residential project manager.  His ability to manage the many facets of a project and his vast knowledge of the industry stood out and he was moved to his current role of Quality Control. As part of our leadership team, Mike is a key player in guiding our carpenters and framers and ensuring your project is built to perfection. When not overseeing building projects, he enjoys traveling, cars, and spending time with his twin grandchildren.

Since joining Templeton in 1998, Greg’s position progressed from carpenter to Project Manager, where he has been in charge of scheduling and overseeing the construction of new homes and remodeling projects of all sizes. From first demo day to move in day, his positive attitude as well as his thorough attention to even the smallest details is appreciated and creates trust with clients. Away from our job sites, you can find him golfing, fishing, or watching Michigan State sports.

Ehren’s fascination with construction and design began as young as 12 years old. Up
through college, he worked both in a shop and in the field, gaining early experiences in
the industry. Ehren graduated from Lawrence Tech in 2014 with an Associates of Science
in Construction Technology and Bachelor’s degrees in Architecture and Construction
Management. He’s worked on an abundance of projects from dormitories and sports
stadiums, to residential remodels and high-rises. Ehren brought his passion to Templeton
as an estimator in March of 2019 and has moved to on Project Manager with his
eagerness to always learn and put his diverse experiences to work. Beyond working on his
own construction projects at home, he loves to travel, go up north, cycle, and snowboard.

With over 30 years of experience in commercial and residential building, Kevin started at Templeton in February 2013. Rising through the ranks, he began his career at Templeton as a framing carpenter, moved on to a trim carpenter role, and is now a project manager. Focusing on the details and ensuring projects are kept on schedule while still being able to inspire a team make him an ideal leader. Kevin enjoys playing golf and hiking with his dogs. He and his wife, Kimberly, are the proud parents of two boys, Xavier and Walker.

Always cheerful and ready to get to work, Mike has quickly made an impression here at Templeton. He joined Templeton Building Company in 2012 and is consistently courteous and reliable. He has extensive experience in finish carpentry that has come in handy in many of the various projects he oversees. He became a Project Manager in 2018 and is adding skills to his toolbelt every day. While away from the job, he enjoys hunting, camping, and spending time with his wife and their son.

Sean has been an integral part of Templeton Building Company since the early 1980s – he moved on to other work in 2003 – but returned in 2024 and fit right back in. Bringing over 30 years of experience and expertise to every project, his dedication and leadership have played a major role in the company’s success. Known for his optimistic and adaptable nature, Sean helps foster a positive and collaborative work environment. When he’s not on the job, he enjoys golfing and spending time with his kids and grandkids.

Ryan joined Templeton Building Company in the winter of 2024, bringing a unique path to the construction industry. A Penn State graduate with a degree in kinesiology, he discovered his passion for building while flipping houses. Now, as a Project Estimator, he applies his expertise to ensure accurate planning and budgeting for every project. Outside of work, Ryan enjoys traveling with his family and fishing for trout in the serene waters of Northern Michigan.

Nicole is a skilled interior design graduate from Kendall College at NYU, bringing her passion for aesthetics and organization to Templeton Building Company since July 2024. As a Project Coordinator, she plays a vital role in the selection process and scheduling, ensuring seamless collaboration with project managers. Outside of work, Nicole embraces adventure, whether scaling rock walls or exploring the great outdoors.

With a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Michigan, she brings
experience from the stone industry and her role as a procurement manager for a building company in Florida. Shay’s strong communication skills, creativity, and quick thinking ensure projects run smoothly. Outside of work, she enjoys snowboarding, skydiving, and family time. Her dedication and problem-solving abilities make her a valued member of the team.

Tammie joined Templeton in the summer of 2023 and instantly became an integral part of
how we operate. As the Executive Assistant to President Ben Templeton, she manages his
calendar, correspondences, and assists with his proposals. She is always the first to lend a
helping hand around the office and is the true definition of a team player. Prior to starting
at Templeton, she worked in the lighting industry for 10 years, a natural fit, as her father
was an electrician when she was growing up. Tammie is married with one daughter, two
bonus daughters, and one grandson. Her family loves spending the summer outdoors
riding Sea-Doos and attending Red Wings games during the hockey season.

Beth came to us in 2018 with a bevy of experience in both the building industry and accounting. Born and raised in the Bloomfield Hills area, she’s been well acquainted with the local building industry from a young age. Coming from a prominent Birmingham based construction family, having once been a licensed builder herself and holding a degree in accounting, she is perfectly suited to her position here. Away from the office, Beth’s wide collection of interests take her to many places like seeing live music, spending time with her two children, and pursuing her love for traveling by planning trips around the world.

With over 30 years of experience in construction and having owned businesses of his own, Brian has a unique perspective on the building industry. His wealth of knowledge and understanding of the many intricate details of both residential and commercial construction has been an asset to Templeton as he leads our Service Division. When not working, you can find him working on his lake house in Pentwater, spending time with his family, and fly fishing.

With his ready to work attitude and positive demeanor, Mitch has been a key player since joining our team in March 2021. Mitch began his career with Templeton as a Project Coordinator but now works alongside Brian Sarver as our Service Division Manager Assistant. Mitch graduated with a bachelor’s in construction engineering technologies and management and brings plenty of knowledge due to his past as a construction estimator. When Mitch isn’t working, he and his wife are often found snowboarding in the winter and enjoying dinners alfresco around downtown Rochester in the summer.

With years of experience in administrative roles and the communication industry, Andrea made the perfect addition to our team in April 2021. Handling the Service Division’s client scheduling and trade communications requires the ability to multitask while still having a keen attention to detail and Andrea has both. Away from work, her and her husband spend most of their time at the baseball diamond with their son or on the swimming deck cheering on their daughter.

Alyssa joined Templeton Building Company in the summer of 2024, bringing a well-rounded background with degrees in Arts, Business Administration, and General Studies from Macomb Community College. As our Service Coordinator Assistant in our Service Division, she keeps operations running smoothly. Outside of work, Alyssa enjoys tackling the daily Wordle and spending quality time with her fiancé and dog.