THE COBBLESTONE TEAM

Dedication, Expertise & Committed to You

Mark and Melissa Wahl

Founders

Here at Cobblestone Homes, our team members are dedicated to the principle that if it’s important to you, it’s important to us. We live and work here too. Never before has the Great Lakes Bay Region seen a team of professionals with this level of expertise assembled under one roof.

What matters more to you, though, is the team at Cobblestone never forgets we don’t just construct buildings. Mark and Melissa Wahl commit that our team always remembers that what we’re doing is creating homes where children take first steps, families gather to celebrate and memories are made.

New Home Consultants

The process of creating your dream home starts with our New Home Consultants, Matt Sheahan and Marshall Mannion.

Matt Sheahan

NEW HOME CONSULTANT

With over a decade of experience at Cobblestone, Matt Sheahan can explain to you everything there is to know about creating your home. He was previously a Lead Builder, where he learned the ins and outs of the building process. Along the way, he became an expert in the many features of Cobblestone homes. He holds a degree in Business Management.

Marshall Mannion

NEW HOME CONSULTANT

Helping people has always been in Marshall Mannion’s DNA, from being a Surgical Technologist to working with families at Cobblestone. His hands-on experience rebuilding, renovating and selling homes in the Great Lakes Bay Region gives him the knowledge to help you build your dream home.

Design Consultant

Next, Matt or Marshall will introduce you to our Design Consultant, Melissa Stuart. Melissa will help you with the next step in the process, choosing paint colors, fixtures, carpet and the other details that give your new home flair and style.

Marie Bovee

DESIGN CONSULTANT

Marie Bovee has a degree in interior design and marketing. Her unique blend of residential, hospitality and corporate design experience allows her to better guide you and your family through the exciting selection journey. This enables you to create a home that reflects your exclusive style of living.

Melissa Stuart

DESIGN CONSULTANT

As soon as you meet Design Consultant Melissa Stuart, it is clear she is passionate about creating a home where you will enjoy growing with your family. Melissa received her degree from Lawrence Tech and has a diverse background in architecture and art. With over 15 years experience in the design field, Melissa’s communication skills and attention to detail make building your dream home enjoyable.

Lead Builders

Next, you will be introduced to one of our Lead Builders, Brian Finkbeiner, Nick Pratt, Matt Schauman, Dustin Weinzierl and Chris Smith.

Brian Finkbeiner

LEAD BUILDER

Brian Finkbeiner understands the importance of customer service as well as he understands homebuilding. Before working at Cobblestone, Brian worked in the restaurant business, which is all about customer service. Brian also is intimately familiar with the entire construction process. He earned a degree in Construction Management.

Nick Pratt

LEAD BUILDER

Nick Pratt has two degrees, one in Construction Management and another in Business. Perhaps it’s more relevant, though, that he worked in the skilled trades industry. Nick knows homebuilding from the perspective of a skilled craftsman as well as from a project manager. Nick’s customers always praise his skills at communicating with them throughout the project.

Joe Aspin

LEAD BUILDER ASSISTANT

Joe Aspin grew up in the building industry learning to do everything from plumbing to framing from the ground up. That experience gives him an intimate understanding of the most efficient and best ways to construct each project. Joe is the third generation in a family affiliated with the construction business and enjoys finding creative ways to help home owners build their dream home.

Chris Smith

LEAD BUILDER

Chris Smith has an extensive background in leadership that serves him well as a lead builder for Cobblestone. He earned a Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership from Northwood University and has experience as a site supervisor and lead carpenter. Chris also served in the U.S. Marine Corps, earning multiple honors and accolades.

Matt Schauman

Cobblestone Commercial

Matt Schauman leads light commercial projects for Cobblestone. He represents the 4th generation in his family to work in the building industry. Matt holds a degree in Construction Management from Central Michigan University, his studies also included survey engineering and architecture.

Dustin Weinzierl

Cobblestone Commercial

With over 30 years of building industry experience in everything from manufacturing to material supply chain, Dustin Weinzierl brings a wealth of knowledge to every build. Dusty understands the Cobblestone experience and prides himself on keeping your project on time and on budget.

Purchasing & Estimating

Sourcing the best materials and making sure that just the right amount of product is ordered for your home is critically important these days. That's why Allec and Kevin play such important roles at Cobblestone.

Allec LaVielle

DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING

Allec LaVielle, Director of Purchasing, is committed to meeting customer expectations. His previous experience in industrial manufacturing helps keep materials on time and within budget. Graduating from Northwood University with a business degree concentration in Finance keeps his focus on finding value and savings for our customers. Allec lives in Saginaw Township with his family and their two dogs.

Kevin Grudzinski

Estimator

Estimator Kevin Grudzinski gives homeowners a promise for what it will cost to build and power their homes. Cobblestone never gives estimates. Instead, Cobblestone commits to a final home price before the building begins. They also give homeowners the promise of the home’s performance rating. Kevin is the key to making that promise. After a 20-year career working in sales and management for the construction supply industry, Kevin knows materials. He earned a degree in Construction Management from Central Michigan University. Kevin is actively involved through the Great Lakes Bay Region.

Customer Care

One of Cobblestone's core tenets is to provide customer care beyond industry standards. That's exactly what Ashley and Thressa provide to our homeowners.

CLIENT EXPERIENCE

Ashley Semp

DIRECTOR OF CLIENT EXPERIENCE

Ashley Semp, Director of Client Experience, will be with you the day you move into your home. And she’ll still be available years later if any questions arise. We call this after-purchase service “Cobblestone Care.” Through this program, Ashley is responsible for troubleshooting any issues that come up. She handles all the important details, like reminding homeowners when it’s time to change the furnace filter. Having been with Cobblestone for almost a decade, Ashley understands how to match expectations and experiences. Most of our business is referrals, and Ashley is a major reason for it.

OFFICE MANAGER

Thressa Irish

OFFICE MANAGER

When you walk into Cobblestone, you can expect to be greeted by our friendly, organized office manager, Thressa Irish. Her background in business management and running her own store helps her keep Cobblestone running smoothly. She also heads up management of our executive lease program.

Accounting

Keeping everything balanced with as many moving pieces as building a home can be daunting. That's why you need Shawn and Kristina on your side. They are unparalleled in their attention to detail.

CONTROLLER

Shawn Boelter

CONTROLLER

Controller Shawn Boelter’s job is to make sure everything comes together – bank paperwork and real estate transaction details – before a family’s move-in date. She helps Cobblestone families navigate the financial details of building a home. You can rest easy at night knowing Shawn is on your team and protecting your investment.

BOOKKEEPER

Kristina Stainsby

Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper Kristina Stainsby knows that a sharp eye for detail is essential in her role at Cobblestone. With a degree in Business Management, five years of banking experience, and over a decade in customer service, Kristina knows that accuracy is vital for our clients. When not balancing numbers, she spends time with her husband and three girls.