Real Estate


Hamilton Brock Named COO At Collier Construction

Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Hamilton Brock
Hamilton Brock

Hamilton Brock has been chosen as the chief operating officer of Collier Construction.

Mr. Brock will oversee the day-to-day operations of Collier.

President and CEO Ethan Collier said, "Hamilton holds a B.S. in political science from Furman University, and he’s joining us after 17 years of management experience in a wide range of occupations including construction, retail, manufacturing and education.

“Hamilton’s diverse professional background equips him to take a comprehensive approach to managing Collier Construction. In addition to increasing productivity, Hamilton will play a vital role in developing and implementing improved operating procedures that will help us remain highly competitive as we grow.”

Mr. Brock said, “I am excited about working with a company that is at the forefront of green construction. And I look forward to building upon Collier Construction’s great reputation for quality, integrity, and service. Collier’s focus on environmentally sound building practices makes them a very attractive choice for homeowners, and the company is poised to capture a lot of market share as the economy improves.”

Mr. Collier added, “Since Collier Construction was founded in 2002, the company has experienced significant growth from year to year. Hamilton will help us continue expanding operations while maintaining our focus on building high performance homes and developing strong relationships with customers.”


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