Employees Category: Second Group

About Kara

Kara earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from Endicott College.  During her time at Endicott, she completed three internships with residential design firms, which deepened her passion for creating thoughtful and functional home environments. Before joining our team in 2022, Kara gained valuable experience in cabinetry design at a local kitchen and bath company, further refining her expertise in custom design solutions.

Kara is dedicated to guiding clients through every phase of the design process, from initial planning and conceptualization to final construction. She is committed to delivering personalized designs that enhance both the aesthetics and functionality of residential spaces.

On her own time

• During the summer months, when she’s not working, you can typically find her at the beach or at the lake.
• Enjoys HIIT and spin classes.
• Loves visiting with friends and family.

About Steve

Steve graduated from Nyack College with a B.S. in Organizational Management. After college, he worked in Pharmaceutical Sales while also serving as an aviation officer in the Air National Guard. Steve found the community service the guard provided to be a calling and transitioned to full time status for the remainder of his military career. With his sales background, logistics experience, and growing up in a family of tradesmen, moving into construction sales and planning was a natural progression.

On his own time

• Values family time in the Adirondacks boating and hiking or vacationing anywhere on a beach
• Enjoys cheering on his student-athlete children at their games
• Loves New York bred thoroughbred horse racing and enjoys spending time with horses in the barn and on the track

About Chris

Chris joined Schrader and Company in August of 2022.  He was born and raised in Glenville, New York. He has been self-employed for well over a decade as a remodeler, but carpentry is truly his passion. He shares the Schrader and Company ethos of working at the highest levels of craftsmanship, and fostering quality and value in every project.

On his own time

• He enjoys spending time outdoors– camping, tubing, and fishing with his wife and son.
• He cannot resist a good flea market! He believes that there is nothing so satisfying as finding that special treasure in the clutter.

About Mark:

As a retired Airforce Veteran, Mark has had the opportunity to travel the world while serving our country. Mark is passionate about history and architecture. He enjoys restoration projects, renovations and new construction. Mark has a great habit of elevating the organizations he is a part of. Mark brings to us an extensive background in project planning and design.

On his own time:

Enjoys everything the northeast has to offer: hiking, boating, skiing and more. He can be found cheering the loudest at his kid’s events and embarking on new adventures with his family. You might catch Mark riding through the area on his motorcycle or venturing on long treks through New England. Mark recently joined the world of CrossFit and has competed in a number of open competitions.

About Erin

Erin joined the company in 2018 in an official capacity, but this is not her first time here. While attending school, Erin worked first in the office and as soon as she was old enough to use power tools (a milestone she found more exciting than reaching the age old enough to drive) she was out working on job sites. Her career path took her elsewhere for a time and she is thrilled to be back.

Erin has had the benefit of seeing the company from another side as well, as a client. When Erin and her husband made the decision to purchase the beloved home of Erin’s Grandparents, they knew that there were more than a few updates and changes that were both necessary and desired to create the setting for the dream of their family home. They also knew there was no better team to entrust with their dream.

On her own time

• Loves reading, crafting, and art projects
• Wandering around in the woods, through the snow, or along a lake shoreline
• But mostly, turning to her two small children and enjoying their experience with the above activities

About Lynn

Joining us in 2018, Lynn is a very visible addition to our team. She’ll be known to our clients and contacts as the face and voice of the office in her role as Office Administrator, and we couldn’t be more pleased about that. Lynn is positive, outgoing, and professional and we know you’ll enjoy working with her as much as we do.

On her own time

• Loves to cook and bake and has an addiction to recipes/cookbooks
• Is a running, hiking, and backpacking enthusiast
• Loves to hike and has completed the Fire Tower Challenge, Cranberry Lake 50 mile Challenge, Saranac Ultra 6er, and is an Adirondack 46er!
• Love spending time with family and friends
• Lives on property that has been in her family for over 100 years!

About Sean

Sean graduated from the University of Albany with a degree in economics, but grew restless working at a desk in the finance world. He looked for a more fulfilling job in construction. In 2019, he joined the company as an Apprentice Carpenter. Sean loves working with his hands and the satisfaction of a job well done. Sean is eagerly learning the skill sets required to be a successful carpenter. Schrader and Company is excited that Sean decided to trade in the desk job for a career in home remodeling!

On his own time

• Sean is an avid snowboarder
• Takes pride in his chickens and garden
• Enjoys hiking with his family and their dogs
• Active member of his church, volunteering as the drummer of the worship team

About Austin

Austin came to us on the strong recommendation of his technology teacher at Saratoga Springs High School, where he had distinguished himself as a talented craftsman with a passion for the industry. Joining us in 2017, Austin has been absorbing knowledge and gaining skills, learning and practicing all the complex, fun and challenging aspects of remodeling.  He is a joy to work with, and we are happy to have him as part of the team.

On his own time

• Enjoys snowboarding
• Paying the drums with his friends
• Spending time in the Adirondacks camping and hiking