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Chris Burch

President of Grand Bay Construction

After graduating with a Building Science degree from Auburn University in June of 2000, Chris moved to the west coast and worked for a large commercial construction firm working as a project engineer. Three years later he returned to Auburn to pursue an MBA & a minor in economic development and began building single family homes in his free time. In March of 2005, he co-founded Grand Bay Construction, LLC in Seagrove Beach, FL with the goal of establishing a premier residential & commercial construction firm along the Gulf Coast.

Since then, Chris has been heavily involved in custom residential, light commercial, and various renovations. In addition to holding a certified general contracting license, Chris has a home inspection & real estate license (currently inactive) & enjoys all aspects of architecture, engineering, and construction, as well as the finance side. Chris is actively involved in his community and church. Chris is a founding and board member of World Changers Student Missions (Formerly Lifeway - World Changers) 501c3 non-profit based in Lynn Haven, FL. Their goal is to equip students to a lifelong of missional living thru light construction projects.

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MATT WALKER, CPA, CGMA

Chief Financial Officer

Matt Walker serves as the Chief Financial Officer for Grand Bay Construction through Warren Averett's consulting divison. He has 12 years of public accounting experience. He previously worked as a Senior Associate at Price Waterhouse Coopers, LLP and as a Manager at O’Sullivan Creel, LLP. While taking a few years off of public accounting to coach collegiate and professional tennis, Matthew opened Matchpoint Advisors, LLC and Matchpoint Business Services, LLC, where he focused on serving professional athletes, sports academies and family-owned businesses. After transitioning his business back to the Gulf Coast in 2014 from South Florida, Matt expanded his accounting and consulting services into areas of construction, real estate and professional services, while continuing to serve clients throughout the United States and Europe. Matt resides in Miramar Beach, Florida with his wife and son.

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Matt Ellington

Chief Operations Officer

Matthew Ellington began in 2010 focusing on Grand Bay Construction’s light commercial involvement. Shortly after jumping on board he expanded into residential construction including several design-build projects. Taking the organization of commercial construction and an eye for design Matt enjoys working to create high end custom homes in Santa Rosa Beach and along 30a.

He now serves in the capacity of Chief Operations Officer managing a team of highly skilled and project specific superintendents and managers.

“There is something about bringing the team together to create a legacy home beyond our clients imagination. It starts with understanding our clients dream, coupled with the vision created by the architects and designers and employing boots on the ground experience to bring the project to life. It takes a well organized team to do it efficiently and effectively, I take pride in our work”.

Matt obtained his B.A. from Kennesaw State University in Atlanta, Georgia. He is married to his college sweetheart and they have three children. He serves as a Deacon at his church as well as on the Industry Advisory Council for Third Lens Organization, a non for profit organization.

For recreation Matt can be found outdoors, boating, hunting or enjoying family time on their farm.

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Cara Augustine

Accounting Assistant

Cara joined the GBC team in October of 2014 and has worked in the construction industry for nine years. She spends most of her free time with her family, mainly her two young sons whom she loves watching and cheering on in various sports.

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Mike Carpenter

Project Manager

Mike has been in the commercial construction industry for over 10 years with direct project management experience consisting of more than $300M in projects across the Southeast. His background involves a diverse range of industries such as Commercial, Industrial, Hospitality, Multi-Family, Healthcare, Federal and Mixed-Use. With an expertise in estimating, pre-construction planning, project management, and scheduling, Mike utilizes these skills to deliver a successful project and ensure client satisfaction.

After graduating from Auburn University’s Building Science program in 2008, Mike spent the first decade of his career as a Project Manager with a top ranked international general contractor that built in a variety of environments. Mike founded CALA Projects in 2018 before relocating his family back to the Gulf Coast where he assists Grand Bay Construction with project management and expanding their commercial portfolio. Mike currently resides in Seagrove Beach with his wife Kaylon, and his two daughters, Layla and Camille.

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Amanda Bradford

Office Manager/Executive Assistant

Amanda joined the GBC team in April of 2017, providing office management and project administration services. She joins us with over 15 years’ experience in business administration. Her prior work experience has been in healthcare and construction settings.

Amanda is a life long resident of Walton County. She and her husband, Ben, live on a small farm in North Walton County with their three teenage boys who keep her very busy.

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Joseph Berkenbile

Project Manager

Joseph Berkenbile joined the GBC team in October of 2017 offering site supervision and project management services. He joins us with over 10 years of experience in the construction industry. He obtained is BBA from Southern Nazarene University in Bethany, Oklahoma. Joseph, his wife Rashelle, and their two sons live in Santa Rosa Beach.

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Gary

Customer Loyalty Manager

“Gary” joined the GBC team in April 2014 and is our Customer Loyalty Manager. It is believed Gary is a native of the Pensacola area, though this still remains a mystery. Gary is one tough dog. He’s survived a bear fight, getting hit by a truck on Highway 98, and getting trapped under a deck only to be rescued by skill saw. Gary can be found visiting GBC jobsites & is always willing to lend an extra paw when he can. When he is not working, he can be found frequenting some of his local favorite Grayton Beach spots, such as Franks Cash N Carry, Chanticleer Eatery, and Black Bear Coffee, hanging out with the locals.

Our Team.

We believe that teamwork is at the heart of great achievement. With so many moving parts and the constant need for clear communication, it takes a cohesive and committed team to deliver results that go beyond expectations.

Chris Burch
President of Grand Bay Construction

Matt Walker
Chief Financial Officer

Matt Elington
Chief Operations Officer

Cara Augustine
Accounting Assistant

Amanda Bradford
Office Manager/Executive Assistant

Gary
Customer Loyalty Manager

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