Key Personnel

“A true leader can guide both leaders and followers, recognizing that the success of the mission hinges on the effectiveness of those they lead.”

ERNIE DUBOSE II

CEO

Over 15 years with DuCon as Chief Executive Officer

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DONALD ODOM

VP of PRECONSTRUCTION

Vice President of Pre-Construction and Project Manager. 3 years with DuCon.

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TARNISHA CLIATT

MARKETING DIRECTOR

Community Relations Director and Marketing. 3 years with DuCon.

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BEN WALKER

FINANCE MANAGER

Ben Walker

DuCon's Leadership Team

JOSH HOLLISTER

GENERAL MANAGER OF PLUMBING

Josh Hollister

DuCon's Leadership Team

We Lead | we Build | We Deliver

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Ronnie Hoggins

Project Manager

Sarah Williams

Project & Contract Coordinator

George Holiday

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

gary williams

Asst. Superintendent

Earley McKinley

Senior Superintendent

todd riley

Superintendent

Chris Kilduff

asst. Superintendent

Jake Blair

Asst. Superintendent & asst. project engineer

Isaac Ricks

Asst. Superintendent & Asst. project engineer

summer smith

Asst. Project Coordinator

Malik Wright

Project superintendent

Ivan Shearer

assistant Project Manager

Jerry Lewis, Jr.

assistant project engineer

MARQUES SMITH

Superintendent

Team Spirit Produces Quality Results

Ernie Dubose II

ERNEST f. DUBOSE II

Chief Executive Officer

As the CEO of DuCon, Ernest F. DuBose II leads and facilitates the multiple facets of the construction management process from inception through completion, bearing ultimate responsibility and accountability for the project at all times. Employing over 18 years of construction management experience and critical leadership skills, Ernest is directly involved with every phase of the project process to ensure that the quality, cost, and schedule expectations of the client are achieved. Ernest will make sure the best project management team is assembled with the appropriate resources, understanding of the project, and fully committed to the needs of the client. Throughout the project, he will play a vital role in keeping all parties – owner, architect, engineers, municipalities, and subcontractors – on the same page. With a career totaling approximately $500 million in completed construction spanning three states and multiple sectors of the construction industry, Ernest will use his vast experience in managing large, diverse construction teams to facilitate the overall execution and goals of the project.

Education
University of Florida: Bachelor of Science in Building Construction
Southern Methodist University: Executive Development Management Certification

Certifications
Certified General Contractor: FL – CGC1517667
OSHA 30-Hour Certified
Minority Business Enterprise Certification (MBE)

Affiliations
Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota County (Board of Directors)
United Way (Campaign Team Leader)
Downtown Sarasota CRA Extension Committee
Newtown Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board
North Sarasota Workforce Initiative Council
Light of the World International Church (Board of Directors)
Booker High School Advisory Councils (STEM and Athletic)
Sarasota High School Booster Club (Team Liaison)
Sarasota Athletics, Inc. – Youth Sports (Board of Directors)
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Youth Mentor, Speaker, Sports Coach, and Football Camp Facilitator
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
University of Florida Alumni Association

F-Club: University of Florida Athletic Alumni Association

Donald Odom, Jr.

DONALD ODOM, JR.

Vice President of Preconstruction | Project Executive

As VP of Preconstruction, Donald acts as the key leader in the entire work acquisition process from initial client engagement through commencement of the work and beyond. He is responsible for management, coordination and delivery of all preconstruction phases of the project to meet the cost objectives with respect to contracting, scheduling, estimating, and bidding. Donald brings over 15 years of construction management experience to DuCon from multiple sectors of the construction industry. With his experience and knowledge, Donald will work closely with the project team to set the tone for the ultimate success of the project.

Education
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science in Building Construction

Certifications
Certified Building Contractor: CBC1254888
LEED Green Associate
CICTI Certified Healthcare Worker

Affiliations
UF Alumni Association
UF Association of Black Alumni, Tampa Bay (Past President)
Society of Real Estate Professionals
Urban Land Institute

Tarnisha Cliatt

Director of Community Relations | Marketing

As Director of Community Relations and Marketing for DuCon, LLC, Tarnisha leads all community building initiatives and operational marketing advances for Team DuCon. She leads our efforts to not simply build client and subcontractor relationships, but to execute The DuCon Vision “to perform as an industry leader recognized for continual, profitable relationships that are built on quality, trust, and virtue.”

Beyond her Marketing role, Tarnisha ensures that DuCon is not only a premier construction builder, but also a community builder. She leads our services of MBE and Section 3 partnering to engage, include, and empower small, local, and disadvantaged businesses and candidates Most recently she Co-Founded and orchestrated the launch of the Southeastern Regional Black Chamber of Commerce (SERBCC) where she consulted with hundreds of businesses providing business development planning and technical assistance.

Additionally, she assisted numerous businesses in acquiring needed capital for start-up and expansion, securing capital amounts ranging from $25,000 to $1.5 million for small businesses.