Kirsten Potter, Principal/Owner of The Raymond Group, oversees all facets of the business and its business units. Kirsten graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Communications. She has experience in communications, having worked for a leading West Coast news network, and in sales overseeing over 130 sales representatives. Prior to her current role, Kirsten worked for Raymond in several capacities. In 1997, she joined the Raymond Board of Directors, helping to guide the company’s strategic planning and decision making.

Nicolle (Nikki) Winsor is Principal/Owner of the The Raymond Group, responsible for all facets of the business and its business units. Nikki holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Southern California, as well as a Master of Arts in Education from Pepperdine University. Nikki first began at Raymond in 1989, working in project management and marketing. She joined the Raymond Board of Directors in 1997 to help oversee the company’s management and operations, while providing oversight and accountability.

Travis Winsor is responsible for the growth, development, and profitability of all Raymond operations. He graduated from the University of Southern California in 1989 with a degree in Business Administration. He went on to earn both his M.B.A. and Juris Doctor from Pepperdine University. After passing the California State Bar, he practiced civil litigation for five years thereafter. Travis brought his education and experience to Raymond in January of 1997 when he began working as an Estimator and Project Manager. Travis now leads Raymond as one of the West Coast’s top drywall, framing, and specialty-themed finish subcontractors.

David Shedd is responsible for overseeing all estimating, sales, project management, and engineering activities across The Raymond Group companies. David has a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Williams College and an MBA from the University of Pennsylvania. He has vast experience in the construction, building materials manufacturing, and industrial distribution industries, and holds considerable expertise in lean production, business development, marketing, and strategic planning. He has had opportunities as a paid public speaker and has published two books on business management.

Steve Sylvester is responsible for providing overall direction for the financial and administrative operations of all Raymond companies and affiliates. Steve brings extensive finance and accounting experience to The Raymond Group, having served in both public and private company sectors, and in a wide variety of construction and real estate industries, including commercial, industrial, retail, multi-family, home building, property management, and mechanical construction. Steve holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Accounting from Vanguard University of Southern California and is a Certified Public Accountant. Steve is a former Board of Directors Member of the CFMA (Construction Financial Management Association).

Michael Potter joined Raymond in 1999 with more than 13 years of construction experience. He began as an Estimator/Project Manager in our Southern California office and, in 2008, was tapped to lead Raymond’s San Diego team as Vice President and Area Manager. Michael now oversees Raymond’s engineering department, helping to ensure fluidity between the operations and engineering activities, ultimately bringing value to Raymond’s customers.

Jan Jensen brings over 20 years of diverse experience in human resources to The Raymond Group. Skilled in coaching, compensation and benefits, training, payroll, and employee relations, Jan provides direction to all aspects of Raymond’s human resource functions, responsible for maintaining and improving Raymond’s administrative processes associated with benefits, legal compliance, and union relations.

Ed Hanley is the Director of Safety for The Raymond Group, responsible for developing and implementing all elements of Raymond’s Safety Program, so as to maintain a safe and healthy work environment in both field and office operations. Ed has over 25 years of experience in the industry, overseeing safety operations.