Our Team

Wendell is a native Nashvillian with over 15 years experience in the construction industry. He is a graduate of Vanderbilt University and holds the Bachelor of Science in Human Organizational Development. Wendell has been instrumental in formulating policies, procedures, and training that allow the company to hire and keep the best craftspeople in the renovation business. Wendell and his wife, Elizabeth, have two boys. They spend as much time as possible in the outdoors.

Jennifer joined The Wills Company in 2007 and brings over 21 years of experience in the accounting field. She was born and raised in Goodlettsville, TN, where she currently resides with her husband, Jeff, and their two children. In her spare time she enjoys sewing, hanging out with her family, watching movies, and shopping.

Lauren says that although she was born in Shreveport, LA, she moved to Nashville when she was nine, so Nashville is really her home. She attended MTSU. Lauren joined Wills Company in 2008. Previously she worked in publicity for two major record labels, one in NYC, and one in Nashville. She enjoys rummaging for vinyl records, playing with her dog, Truman, and doing NY Times crossword puzzles.

Ridley is a native Nashvillian and a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Architecture with a Bachelor of Architectural History. Ridley began his career renovating houses for re-sale before founding the company in 1991. He is an active member of the Nashville community and serves on numerous community boards. He and his wife, Betsy, have two children.

Van joined The Wills Company in 2007 to form the residential design firm, Pond|Wills. He brings over 16 years of experience in residential design for new construction, historic renovation, additions and remodels. Van was born in Gallatin, TN. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture, Cum Laude from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. Van is active in the Nashville community, serving on the Board of Directors of Nashville CARES and on the Board of the Brooks Fund of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. In his spare time he enjoys reading, photography, cooking and design study.

Tom joined The Wills Company in 2007 and has over 20 years experience in the construction industry with specialties and certifications in: IRC Building, Plumbing Inspection and Installation, Master Window Installer ,Erosion Control Specialist and Sediment Control Specialist. He was born in Hillsboro, TX and graduated from Texas A&M with a B.S. in Agricultural Economics. He is married to Linda, and in his spare time enjoys hunting, fishing, and camping.

Brian joined The Wills Company in 1999 as a renovation carpenter, before being promoted to Project Manager. He brings 11 years of experience as a carpenter to the company. Brian and his wife, Debi, have four children. In his spare time, Brian enjoys fishing.

Greg has been employed in residential construction since high school. He started his own business in 1978, subcontracting for residential and commercial builders. In 1983, Greg passed the Florida , general contractors license test  and began working in the high-end renovation market. In 1992, Greg joined a regional development firm in Florida as a project manager. In 2000, he moved to Nashville and worked for a regional developer until 2009 when he joined The Wills Company. Greg is originally from northern New Jersey.In his spare time, Greg enjoys working in his home recording studio writing songs and playing guitar.

Matt and his wife, Denise, have three children - ages 10, 8 and 6. While the family keeps Matt busy, he also enjoys working on his vintage home in Inglewood where he has lived since 1997. He and Denise are both originally from Tullahoma. After graduating from Vanderbilt in 1991, Matt worked for a Florida-based, paving company. Three years later, he moved back to Nashville and began working as a project manager and estimator in the commercial/industrial construction industry. Matt joined The Wills Company in 2009.

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Dave joined The Wills Company in 1999 as a carpenter before being promoted to a Renovation Project Manager. Promoted again in 2004, Dave took on new responsibilities as an Account Manager for Wills Handyman. Originally from St. Louis, Dave holds a degree in Earth Science and has worked as an environmental technician. Dave enjoys the great outdoors in middle Tennessee including rock climbing and fly-fishing.

Eric joined The Wills Company in 2009. He has worked in construction sales since graduating from Southern Methodist University, Dallas, in 2004. His most recent experience was in developing and selling estimating/project management software. Eric is originally from Nashville, having graduated from Montgomery Bell Academy in 2000. He is married to Ashley, and they both enjoy coaching youth athletics in their spare time. Eric coaches basketball, football and baseball, as well as participating in a variety of sports on his own.

Tony started his career with The Wills Company in 1999 as a carpenter. He was quickly promoted to Project Manager, then estimator, and Tony now serves as Production Coordinator for Wills Handyman. He has 14 years of experience in his field. Tony enjoys sports such as golf, climbing, and volleyball.

Fred brings more than 12 years of experience to The Wills Company. Beginning his career with the company in 1993 as a renovation carpenter and later as Project Manager, Fred’s work has resulted in countless successful projects and satisfied clients. Fred and his wife, Denise, have four children. Fred also enjoys fishing and attending auctions.

Travis joined The Wills Company in 2004 and brings over 9 years of expertise in carpentry to the job. Travis is a Nashville native. He and his wife Tiffany have one son. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family.

Ken joined the Wills Company in 2006 as a renovation carpenter. Originally from San Francisco, Ken and his wife Beth have lived in Tennessee for over 12 years. Ken has 17 years of carpentry experience. He served in the United States Air Force and was a law enforcement officer for six years. Ken and Beth have a boxer named Roxy; and when they are not busy, they enjoy church activities and sports.