Our Team, Dedicated to Your Project

Joel is the President/Owner of Golden Rule Builders, Inc. a Design-Build firm and Golden Rule Lifestyles, a more traditional build firm in Catlett, Virginia. Joel built the first Golden Rule home in Fauquier County over 38 years ago. Over the years he has continued to build a reputation for quality, service, and community involvement. Joel has been named the Builder of the Year by the Northern Virginia Building Industry Association (NVBIA), Businessperson of the Year by the Fauquier County Chamber of Commerce and attained the “Big 50” Award from Remodeling Magazine.

Joel and his wife Patty have five children and are active members of the Dayspring Mennonite Church where Joel also serves as an Elder. He is also board chair for Fauquier Hospital, Laurel Ridge Community College, New Horizons Ministries, Good Life Ministries, Warrenton Business Group, and is a “Active Life Director” for NVBIA.

As a leader in the Green Building, Living-In-Place and Solar Energy movements, Joel has been involved in creating vision and responsible building practices in and around our community. His efforts include sustainable design models, healthy living alternatives, Universal Design concepts, and environmental stewardship initiatives — all of which help make for a stronger, cleaner, and safer community.

Hannah manages the financial side of the business. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business & Accounting from George Mason University and a Virginia CPA license. An avid bicyclist and outdoor enthusiast, she resides in Fairfax County.

Greg joined the Golden Rule Team in October 2019 and brings over 35 years of construction experience to the table.  He has a diversified background ranging from working in the construction trades to working with the nation’s largest homebuilder. He brings with him a unique perspective having worked in the millwork industry for several years as well.  He currently resides in Frederick County with his wife Tracy, one daughter, four granddaughters and a menagerie of pets.

Sean: Over the course of my 26 years in the architecture and construction industry, I have come to appreciate the complexity of our vocation! The service we provide to the public by designing and building beautiful and safe environments is a bedrock of our country. However, our industry has lost some of it’s original focus in crafting holistic communities where all aspects of the environment work together to benefit the whole of society. Instead, we focus on the individual building, the statement we want our art to make, or maybe even just the easiest and quickest way to get the project done and move on to the next one. Architecture should be about crafting solutions to the built environment that solve not just our clients immediate needs, but provide another piece of the framework for healthy and sustainable communities. In a large sense, all of us should have this as our goal. By working together regardless of our individual professions, we can create a world that allows everyone to have success. I’d like to be part of that.

Jerry oversees your new home or remodel project, communicating each step of the project with you and keeping your project on schedule and on budget. He has more than 15 years of experience in the construction industry and resides in Fauquier County with his wife Mary Lu and 4 children.

Dennis joined the GRB team in 2000. With more than 20 years of experience in the home improvement industry, Dennis has a broad range of experience in both the design and construction phase of remodeling projects. He and his wife Carna have five children and are active members of Dayspring Mennonite Church.

Devin is our GR Lifestyles Manager and Architectural Designer. He enjoys Baseball, Basketball, and playing Guitar on his church’s Praise Team.

Dave joined the GRB in 2016. He has over 30 years of experience in finish carpentry, trim carpentry and cabinet making. He formally owned and operated his own company. Dave previously lived in Mobile, Alabama, but moved to Stafford, Virginia to be closer to family.

David has been in the construction industry for 35 years. Framing for 5, trim carpentry for 20, and superintendent/supervisor for the last 10yrs. I’ve been married to my wife Janie for 16 years and have a 16 yr old daughter named Maryanne. We love camping, playing cards, and board games together.

Nan offers a unique perspective as a sales consultant given her extensive experience as an interior designer and management consultant. From the initial discovery conversation and assisting clients in formulating their vision to budget management and providing personal customer service throughout the lifecycle of the project, Nan sees her role as a partner with and advocate for her clients. She collaborates with the project design and production teams to ensure her clients feel heard and that their renovation or new home build process is a positive one with the goal that the final product not simply reflect the client’s vision but exceeds their expectations.   Nan completed her undergraduate studies at The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill and earned a Masters in Interior Design from The George Washington University. She lives with her family and dogs in Middleburg.

Jeff joined the GRB in 2022 and comes to us with 20 years of experience in the cabinet and home improvement business. While not at work, Jeff enjoys sports, traveling, the outdoors and spending time with family and has been a resident in Warrenton, VA for over 15 years.

Roger joined the GRB team in 2017. He has 11 years of combined experience with lumber and construction. He enjoys working at GRB and putting his heart into what he does. He resides in Culpeper at a Christian kids camp where he assists with maintenance. He and his wife, Lindsey have a son and a daughter. When he has spare time, he loves hunting and playing sports.

Roger joined the GRB team in 2017. He has 11 years of combined experience with lumber and construction. He enjoys working at GRB and putting his heart into what he does. He resides in Culpeper at a Christian kids camp where he assists with maintenance. He and his wife, Lindsey have a son and a daughter. When he has spare time, he loves hunting and playing sports.

Tom Hambleton: I grew up in Falls Church, Virginia in a large family. My childhood was full of being outdoors and building things. I got into the construction business in 2003 when I joined a small remodeling company in Arlington Virginia, where my older brother was working. Just two years later, my brother and I decided to start our own company which lasted about 17 years. While there I worked my way up from journeyman to skilled carpenter then Vice President of Production, I managed all aspects of every project. I am looking forward to bringing my ideas and 19 years of field experience to our clients. I currently live in Manassas with my wife and 7 children. I enjoy woodworking, camping, fishing, and passing along my joy of building to my children

Mike Trettel comes to GRB from Minnesota. He studied carpentry at a vocational school and completed his apprenticeship through the Carpenter’s Union and later operated his own home repair business. He enjoys traveling with his wife Patricia, working and spending time with their grandchildren, and attending church.

Cindy joined the GRB Team in August of 2021 after owning her own business for 9 years. She brings 12 years of experience as a painter designer and photographer and studied Interior Design at Utah State University. She enjoys woodworking, hiking, biking and her favorite place to be is in the mountains with her husband Russ of 19 years and their 3 kids. Cindy works with customers to find materials that match their design style while staying within the project’s budget, making sure the design is functional and practical while maintaining functionality. “I’ve had a lifelong love of making things look beautiful and want to help you achieve the perfect home for you.”

Stephanie is in charge of all GRB marketing and overall brand awareness in the community and comes to us with 25+ years of experience in marketing and sales. Stephanie resides in Amissville, VA with her husband and two teenagers, plays competitive tennis at Chestnut Forks, and attends The Bridge Community Church in Warrenton.

Susan is our Project Coordinator and is no stranger to the area, growing up in Fairfax County and later in Fauquier.  After spending 20+ years in North Carolina, she is back home in Virginia. Her career spans nearly 20 years with the Corporate Offices of both Lowe’s Home Improvement and Food Lion, where she held various roles excelling in project management, sales development, and business analysis. When not working, you will probably find Susan with a camera in her hand.  She is also a portrait and sports photographer.  At home are her fur babies; Keira (Husky/Shepherd) and Otis (Shitzu/Maltese).  Olivia, her daughter, is living her best life in Wilmington, NC.  Susan loves anything water, sports or music related.

Living in Virginia since 2020, Punam earned her bachelor’s degree in Architectural Design from India and has 5+ years of experience in Residential Architectural design in India and the USA. Customer satisfaction has always been my goal. Dancing and singing are her hobbies and was a professional Choreographer. Punam and her husband enjoy this area along with their 2 kids.

Heather joined the GRB team in 2023.  She enjoys helping design gorgeous spaces that bring to life our GRB clients vision for their projects.  She has a love for nature, wellness, learning new skills, baking, cooking, creating and decorating.  Recent empty nesters, Heather resides in Bristow with her husband.  

Jamie: Born and raised in Southeast Georgia. I spent the past 10 years working in Agricultural tourism. From trail rides to hosting conferences for corporations.  I moved here is August of 2023 with my husband Cole and our two beautiful children Addison and Grainger. I really enjoy meeting new people, helping them feel part of the family when they come into the office. In my free time I love to be outside with my family we enjoy all sports and outside activities. We recently joined The Bridge Community Church in Warrenton. If I am not with my family you can find me reading a good book.