Wolf Construction Services, Inc.
GAME BALL AWARD
Presented at employee Bedrock Meetings
In honor of our founder, friend and football fanatic, Scott Wolfswinkel, the Wolf Construction Services, Inc. Game Ball is presented to a team member who exemplifies all that it means to be a strong leader of a good team. While there is no written criteria for this award, recipients all have similar attributes that have made their contributions award worthy. They have overcome adversity, lead with servant hearts and modeled the We Will philosophy. They have led their teammates, crews or divisions through rocky terrain with strength and conviction. They have taken on huge projects with confidence and compassion. They have planned for the future and they serve their team.
Trim Division Team Member Eh Doh Say has been with Wolf Construction since February 2018. Selected to be the winner of the Game Ball in January 2021, Eh is one of the hardest working individuals you will meet. He consistently completes his work on time and can often be found helping others finish their projects. Humble and kind, Eh is a terrific team member. Pictured L to R, R VanDis, J VanDis, E Say, B Hoch.
Framing Foreman Eryn Ulven was the worthy recipient of the Wolf Construction Game Ball in July 2020. Eryn is the guy everyone wants on their team, A utility player who can take the lead and motivate a team, or play a supporting role and get a job done. A member of the team since August 2017, Eryn is a valued member of the Wolf team. Pictured left to right, R VanDis, J VanDis, E Ulven, B Hoch.
Brent Harpenau has been a member of the Wolf Construction team for almost 10 years, most recently serving as a foreman in our Iowa Framing Division. Awarded the Wolf Construction Game Ball at the March 2020 Bedrock Meeting, Brent is a true example of loyalty, team, and service. As a mentor to many, Brent has recently led teams to complete difficult projects that have taken time, talent and patience. A devoted family man, Brent can be found enjoying time with his family or boating when he isn't at work. Pictured left to right, R VanDis, B Harpenau, J VanDis, B Hoch.
Roofing Manager Rusty Pearson was awarded the January 2020 Wolf Construction Game Ball. A team member since 2016, Rusty has served the Wolf team as the Procurement Manager and more recently the Roofing Manager. A member of the Leadership Team, Rusty leads with a servant heart and is known for his planning and organizational skills. A true cheerleader of the Wolf Pack, Rusty's positive attitude is contagious. Pictured left to right, R VanDis, J VanDis, R Pearson, B Hoch.
Awarded the November 2019 Game Ball, Tim Miller is a member of the trim division. Tim started at Wolf in May of 2017, since then he has quickly become recognized as a team member that people can count on. Tim’s desire to complete jobs efficiently and correctly is known across the company. Congratulations, Tim! Pictured left to right, R VanDis, T Miller, B Hoch, J VanDis.
Game Ball Award Winner, September 2019, Josiah Smith. Josiah Smith has been a member of the Wolf team for 8 years, starting as a shop tech and working his way to Shop Foreman. Josiah has an invaluable quest to find solutions to problems and to grow as a leader. Josiah and his wife Hannah are the proud parents of two little ones and enjoy spending time together. Pictured left to right, J VanDis, B Hoch, J Smith, R VanDis.
Kansas City Division Project Manager Jerry Olender was awarded the July 2019 Game Ball. During Jerry's four years with Wolf Construction, he has been an integral part of some of Wolf Construction's largest projects. Jerry leads with heart and a quest to both learn and teach. The dad of two young adults- Jerry loves sports and ax throwing!
Chris Potvin has shared his encouraging attitude with Wolf Construction since 2015. The ever positive framing foreman in the Minnesota Division is known for his work ethic, communication style and true team attitude. The busy dad of 4 kids, Chris has no free time. Wolf Construction was honored to present Chris with the Game Ball in May, 2019.
Pictured: B Hoch, C Potvin, J VanDis, R VanDis
Bob Smith joined the Wolf Team in July of 2017 as a foreman for the Iowa Framing Division, Bob is a detail guy who is quick to learn. His rapport with general contractors, other trades and the Wolf Team is unbeatable. Bob has a knack for planning and keeps a level head when plans go askew earned him the game ball in March, 2019. Bob’s “get it done” attitude is a force that team members enjoy working with.
In his down time- Bob and his wife enjoy music, travel, camping and the great outdoors. Pictured: R VanDis, B Hoch, B Smith, J VanDis
A team member since 2010, Estimating Manager Terry Peterson was awarded the Game Ball in November, 2018. Know for spending long hours at the office, Terry has an influence on every framing bid that leaves Wolf Construction. His “there’s nothing we can’t fix” attitude about work and life in general influences those around him to look for the good and take on projects that are just a bit our of the comfort zone.
On the rare chance that you don’t find Terry at work, you can find him hunting, volunteering for CMA, or riding his motorcycle. Pictured: R VanDis, J VanDis, T Peterson, B Hoch.
Consistent, steady, kind, trustworthy, quiet, humble - just a few of the characteristics that are used to describe Darrein Sadler. Darrein has worked for Wolf Construction Services, Inc, since 2015. A member of the Framing Division, Darrein is willing to do whatever it takes to finish jobs well. His humble confidence makes those around him better. It was a true honor to award Darrein the Game Ball in November, 2018.
Pictured: R VanDis, D Saddler, J VanDis, B Hoch.
Stephen Huebshcen was presented the Wolf Construction Services, Inc. Game Ball in September 2018. A Foremen for the Trim Division, Stephen has taken on multiple large projects with confidence and shown quiet leadership both on and off the job site. A member of the Wolf Team since 2016, Stephen is a dedicated team member who is always working toward solutions.
Stephen and his family live in Pella. Pictured: R VanDis, S Huebschen, J VanDis, B Hoch
Michael Schneider, Trim Division Superintendent, has been with Wolf Construction since 2006. His experience includes spending time in each of our current divisions as well as siding, home building and any other job that has needed done. Michael is a true example of a servant heart. He had taken on new challenges and learned to balance the need of the customer with the good of Wolf Construction team in mind.
The proud dad of two boys, Michael and his wife Abby live in Ankeny where they are involved in all things kid related. Pictured: R VanDis, M Schneider, J VanDis, B Hoch.
Kevin Corkrean is the Wolf Construction Game Ball recipient for July 2018. A team member since 2015, Kevin has served in the framing division for Wolf until his recent department switch to the roofing division. Kevin has proven himself as a customer service specialist, serving both customers and the Wolf team well. This spring a homeowner called the office to compliment Kevin, he couldn’t call Kevin directly because Kevin was working on his roof, in the rain.
Kevin's constant quest to provide the best experience possible for homeowners consistently moves Wolf Construction toward the goal of being the best construction company in the Midwest. In his free time, you can find Kevin coaching his daughter’s softball team or hunting. Pictured R. VanDis, J. VanDis, K. Corkrean, B. Hoch.
May 2018, Game Ball recipient Gerald Beaman has been with Wolf Construction Services, Inc. since 2010. A resident "Jack of All Trades" Gerald is a Foreman for the Iowa Framing Division. His unwaivering dedication has led him to work in the Kansas City Market, Minneapolis Market, and anywhere else Wolf goes. Gerald is a terrific example of a team member who encourages those around him, Gerald's family is his pride and joy- It's an honor for Wolf to be considered part of that family. Pictured: R. VanDis, J, VanDis, G. Beaman, B. Hoch.
March 2018 Game Ball recipient, Jacy Duchene started at Wolf Construction as the receptionist in 2015. Jacy quickly outgrew that role and now serves as the accounting coordinator- responsible for payroll and various other accounting functions. More importantly, Jacy is a force behind the culture and enthusiasm of Wolf Construction. Jacy’s contagious positive attitude hasn’t gone unnoticed- She is a sounding board for office staff and the field team alike. She immediately learns your name and is insistent that Wolf Construction is more than a work place- it’s a family. Pictured: R. VanDis, B. Hoch, J. Duchene, J. VanDis
Director of Safety and Quality Control, Jeremy Burger has been with Wolf Construction since 2005. Quickly proving himself as a leader and problem solver, Jeremy has served Wolf Construction as a framer, trim division project manager and now as Director of Safety and Quality Control. Known for his no nonsense, get it done approach, Jeremy dedication to the team is unmatched. During his free time, you will find this tough guy wrapped around his daughter Bianca’s finger! Jeremy was awarded the Game Ball in January 2018. Pictured: B. Hoch, J. Burger, J. VanDis, R. VanDis.
January 2018 Game Ball: Mu Thoo has been with Wolf Construction since 2015, a dedicated and humble team member, Mu is a crew lead in the trim division. A respected leader on the job site and in his community, Mu is detail oriented and has an unmatched work ethic. Pictured: B Hoch, M Thoo, J. VanDis, R. VanDis
November 2017 Game Ball Recipients: The most tenured team member at Wolf Construction, Greg Goeser is a Framing Superintendent. Relentless is a word that can easily be used to describe Greg. He’s relentless about finishing a job well and determined that those around him should be also. He’s relentless about his family, and funny enough, relentless about travel and charity.
Minnesota Framing Superintendent Jason Potvin has been with Wolf Construction since 2010 when he started as carpenter. Crews, subs, general contractors, and fellow Wolf Construction employees are humbled by Jason’s work ethic and ability to get tough jobs done. Jason is focused and intense about finishing. He’s a planner and a soft spoken leader. The dad of three active boys, he has no free time! Pictured: R. Vandis, G. Goeser, J. Potvin, J. VanDis
Presenting the Game Ball to Orv Otten in September 2017 was an easy decision. Orv, respectfully known to many as “Coach” is the Director of Field Personnel for Wolf Construction. Hired in 2015, Orv has served as the company Recruiting, Training and Retaining expert for 3 years. Recently, he has taken on the challenge of Director of Field Personnel, seeking to spend more time with the field team, identifying and providing training and support to their skills.
A proud grandpa of two grandsons, Orv and his wife live in Ankeny. He enjoys football, family, and is an active JOPPA volunteer. Pictured: R. VanDis, J. VanDis, O. Otten, B. Hoch
Framing Crew Lead, Scott Quick is based in Kansas City and has been with Wolf Construction since 2015. He was awarded the Game Ball in September of 2017. Scott has embraced the We Will's of the company, is an eager learner, and comes to work each day with a "yes-face". Most recently, he has been an integral part of one of the largest projects in the company's history by taking on the task of quality assurance and seeing to it that our scope of work was finished. Scott continues to learn the ways of the company and strives to be the best he can be. Pictured: R. VanDis, Scott Quick, J. VanDis,, B. Hoch