Vince's business philosophy encompasses exceptional execution with uncompromising integrity. He has over 25 years of expertise in construction and renovation of commercial properties. In addition to overseeing the Sales, Business Development & Estimating teams, his responsibilities include strategic growth, administration & member of Clarion's Safety Council. Vince earned a Certificate in Business Administration from the University of Illinois at Chicago Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies and is also an active member in AIRE and BOMA Suburban Chicago.

Prior to creating Clarion Construction, Vince worked for development companies Corporetum Development & Illinois Industrial Properties where he managed new projects for clients such as Motorola, Silo, Wrought Washer, Illinois Bell, Whirlpool, Interlake, Wickes & AT&T. Vince has a BS in Industrial Engineering from Roosevelt University.

Phil started with Clarion as an estimator and then a project accountant for ten years. Currently, he serves as the company controller and Chief Financial Officer. His responsibilities include contract and budget management, job costing, project payouts, managing cash flow, employee benefit plans, union audits, and risk management, overseeing accounting (AP/AR) and IT departments, as well as, financial reporting. Phil has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Roosevelt University.

Jonelle joined Clarion in 2013. Her decade of experience in commercial property management helps her identify winning solutions for tenants, real estate and construction managers alike. Her responsibilities include planning and executing business development strategies aimed at increasing new business and brand awareness; growing and strengthening relationships with clients, and partnering with our estimating team and account managers to build familiarity with partners and projects. She assists in the entire team's goal for seamless transitions and superior service delivery. Jonelle received her Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Illinois State University.

Greg's experience as a construction consultant and glazing project manager made him a terrific addition to the Clarion team in 2010. His 20 years of construction experience specializing in storefront glass systems and his responsiveness to emergency glass repairs allowed Clarion to grow our Service and Glass Department and continue to cater to our clients' needs with experienced staff no matter how big or small the project, whether it is day or night. Greg received his Bachelor of Science in Architecture from University of Detroit.

Brad joined Clarion in 1999. His responsibilities include permit expediting, equipment and supply procurement and assisting with project schedules. Brad manages lead time issues through monitoring each stage of the permit approval process, fostering relationships with city officials and suppliers; monitoring inventory levels and following up on any missing or incomplete shipments should they occur. Brad graduated with honors from Illinois State University with his Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Sciences.

Maureen has been with Clarion since 2004. She has over 20 years of construction accounting experience. Her role has evolved from Administrative Assistant to her current role, Assistant Project Accountant. Her responsibilities include Glass and Service Department accounting, assisting CFO in processing draws and sub-waivers, generating subcontracts, obtaining COIs, assisting with project close-out processes, and processing accounts receivable. She also assists the Construction Department with timely and accurate information related to job cost tracking, construction draw management, and payment approvals.

Kelly joined the Clarion team in 2015. Her responsibilities include assisting CFO in processing draws and sub-waivers, generating subcontracts, obtaining COIs, assisting with project close-out processes, and processing A/R. She also assists the Construction Department with timely and accurate information related to job cost tracking, construction draw management, and payment approvals. She is a graduate of Eastern Illinois University and when she’s not crunching numbers, she enjoys boating, hiking, traveling as much as possible and spending time with her family.

John is a 2016 graduate of Western Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management. He worked as a residential laborer during the summer of 2016 prior to joining Clarion’s team as an estimator. His current responsibilities include interpreting construction drawings, preparing estimates and take-offs, and attending site visits.

Rydon has 15+ years of experience in facility operations, project management, and vendor relations. He has a proven track record in overseeing capital projects, managing logistics, and optimizing operational efficiencies. His background spans corporate, government, and financial sectors, with expertise in budgeting, compliance, and emergency preparedness. He will graduate with his B.S. in Management and Leadership from Capella University in August of 2025.

Laurie joined Clarion in 2021 as a Project Engineer/ Estimator with 3 years of professional experience. In 2018, Laurie graduated with honors from University of Houston with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management. Driven by precision and efficiency, Laurie brings interior renovation projects to life through expert planning, cost control, and team coordination. With a strong focus on quality and safety, she manages timelines, budgets, and on-site crews to ensure seamless execution. A proactive problem solver and clear communicator, Laurie keeps clients informed while collaborating with designers and vendors to deliver spaces that exceed expectations — every time.

Jimmy has been a trusted member of the Clarion team for 25 years. As Superintendent, he has worked with clients of all sizes, but some of his more notable recent projects have been for Ticketmaster, Ware Malcomb and GM Financial. We regularly received rave client reviews for Jimmy’s work due to his high standards for safety, cleanliness and communication. In addition to his master carpentry skills, James is OSHA 30 and CPR certified.