Employee Bios
- Owner: Tony Layton Sr.
- Administrative Supervisor:Tiffany Layton
- Operations Manager: David Edwards
- Project Manager: Dave Starosta
- Production & Mrkt. Rep. : Greg Kershner
- Project Manager: Rick Boswell
- Project Manager Sarasota: Chuck Elg
- Marketing Manager:Tom Oliser
- Service Coordinator: Joe Mooren
- Project Manager: Paul Hayes
- Lead Technician: Greg Rabon
- Project Leader: Michael Lewis
- Production Manager Valdosta: Glen Boswell
Name:Tony Layton Sr.
Title:Owner
With ServiceMaster Since:2002
Certifications
IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician
IICRC Applied Structural Drying Technician
IICRC Fire,Smoke,& Odor Control Certification
IAQA Certified Mold Remediator
APS I: 24-Hour Hazpower Training
APS II:Technical Protocols & Project Management
APS III: Large Loss Bidding & Presentation
Residential Drywall Contractor License # ST-6385
Xactimate
Pack-Out (Mobile Service Manager)
Regional Accounts Manager Large Loss Division
Background: Tony is an exceptional leader
with compassion for customers and employees.
Growing up on a farm with daily chores that would make the normal person buckle, he expects a lot from his staff. He has fulfilled his life with a lovely wife, three children, and grand children. As a business man, he is a Valdosta State Alumni and has since then achieved the highest awards in all of his previous careers. Tony set the precedence when he was awarded the ServiceMaster Clean Rookie of the Year in 2003, then in 2008 he became the Large Loss Regional Accounts Manager for North Florida and South Georgia. He is a wealth of knowledge on anything in the Disaster Restoration field and enjoys teaching Continuing Education to industry participants.
Name:Tiffany Layton
Title:Administrative Supervisor
With ServiceMaster Since:2002
Previous Experience:
ServiceMaster CDS, "Apprentice"
Coastal Carpet Care, Office Manager
Ando & Friends Clothing Company, Regional Sales Rep
Jacksonville Painter Supply, Inc, Sales
Kaufman and Associates Promotions, Design/Promotion
Certifications
UNF: Bachelor Degree in Business Management
IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician
State of Florida, CE Instructor
Six Sigma, Yellow Belt
Mobile Service Manager Packout Certification
Background: Having an entrepreneurial father who owned multiple companies has given me an opportunity to observe business operations from a young age. I have seen the disaster restoration industry and ServiceMaster CDS graciously evolve since 2002.
Since 2006, I have been full time at ServiceMaster and had opportunities to compete in a number of World Qualifying Series events for the professional surfing circuit and also in the Eastern Surfing Association. We love our community and try to involve ourselves in as many charitable events as possible. Just recently I joined the marketing team at ServiceMaster and have been having a blast out in the field seeing our customers and vendors. Hope to meet as many of you as possible and help this company to continue to be the best in our industry!
Name: David Edwards
Title:Operations Manager
With ServiceMaster Since:2004
Previous Experience:
ServiceMaster Charlotte, Mitigation Manager
Certifications
Odor Control
Fire & Smoke Restoration
Water Damage Restoration
Applied Microbial Remediation
Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting
Background: I have had the pleasure of working within the ServiceMaster Diaster Restoration family since 2004, Most recently working at the Mitigation Manager in the Charlotte NC region. I am excited about joining the strong team we have established here at ServiceMaster CDS. I place strong emphasis on leading our Disaster Restoration customers through the process of returning their homes our businesses back to pre-loss condition through empathy, professionalism, strong communication and and years of experience and expertise.
I am the devoted father to a wonderful little boy, which keeps me on my toes at all times. In my spare time I am an avid golfer and the biggest Duke basketball fan you can find. I look forward to living at the coast and picking up some new hobbies such as surfing.
Name:Dave Starosta
Title:Project Manager
With ServiceMaster Since:2010
Previous Experience:
Centex Homes Jacksonville, Division Warranty Manager
Centex Homes Chicago, Field Manager, Levels 1,2, & 3
Certifications
B.A. in Business Administration, Lewis University
NIU – Certificate in Residential Construction
PMP Certificate
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
OSHA Safety Certified
EPA Storm Water Management (SWPPP) Certified
EPA Lead Paint Certified
IICRC WRT Certified
Training in D.I.S.C. / Myers Briggs Personality Identification
Background: Using my strengths in construction and customer service, my goal is to provide the best possible customer experience through consistent communication while making sure the job is completed on time, on budget and to specification I enjoy nothing more then the satisfaction of a customer who referrers our hard work to a friend or colleague. In my spare time I enjoy cycling, golfing, traveling and spending time with my family.
Name:Chuck L. Elg
Title:Operations Manager Sarasota
With ServiceMaster Since:2010
Previous Experience:
Breath Easy Cleaning & Restoration, Owner
Footwork’s Floor Care, Owner
Chuckies T’s, Owner
US Navy, Radar Operator
Certifications
Licensed all lines Florida Claims Adjuster
ASHI Home Inspector
FEMA Housing Inspector
Class 3 energy rater
Certified MSFH Hurricane wind mitigation inspector
OSHA 10 hour Health and Safety Certified
"The bitterness of poorquality remains, long
after the sweetness ofa low price is forgotten"
I.I.C.R.C. Master Restorer
I.I.C.R.C. Master Textile Cleaner
I.I.C.R.C. Master Fire Restorer
I.I.C.R.C. Stone Masonry & Ceramic tile cleaning
I.I.C.R.C. Upholstery & Fabric cleaning
I.I.C.R.C. CPT Repair and Reinstall technician
Background: I grew up in Idaho Falls, Idaho, where we had 500 head of cattle, 12 horses, ducks, chickens, geese, hogs, turkeys etc... "We always had chores like gathering eggs and milking the cow every day.Started working for money moving irrigation sprinklers at the age of 12." Joined the United States Navy 1986 and became a Radar Operator. Lived in Japan for two years and traveled the orient. "I believe in the golden rule." "When I step into a disaster restoration loss I pretend it is my home or business, empathy, compassion and a strong desire to do things right the first time." Attention to detail!.
Name:Gregory Kershner
Title:Production & Marketing Manager
With ServiceMaster Since: 1995
Previous Experience:
ServiceMaster Clean Gainesville; General Manager
Trugreen Chemlawn, Marketing and Sales
Certifications:
IICRC Water Damage Restoration Tech
IICRC Malodor Control Tech
Mobile Service Manager Pack Out Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt
Background:I am a quality minded, compassionate customer minded manager. I have been dealing directly with customer concerns since my career began. I expect and deliver our service lines with quality that as second to none. I have responded to all major storms in the last 6 years and viewed incredible damage, but also understand the devastation of a simple sink over flow. I have a passion for marketing and seeing our business grow through on referral at a time. My goal is to hear these five words from every customer, "I will use your company again."
Name:Tom Oliser
Title:Sales & Marketing Manager
With ServiceMaster Since:2007
Previous Experience:
Kroozercups USA Inc., Owner
G&K Services, Route Manager
PromoCOASTERS Marketing, Owner
Cleancut Property Management, Owner
Certifications
UNF: Business Management
IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician
Temporary Power Solutions
Large Loss Manager
State of Florida, CE Instructor
Background: With a strong emphasis on business creation, I've been interested in business growth and development since I can remember. I enjoy anything from international trade to service companies. The fine art of Advertising, Sales, and Marketing for my business or for a corporate giant have consumed by professional career. My goal is to push the cutting edge with Public Relations Events and ServiceMaster CDS Brand Awareness. We want to be the company that our clients want to do business with! I take pride in my work and enjoy traveling, surfing and card games.
Name:Joe Mooren
Title:Service Coordinator
With ServiceMaster Since:2007
Previous Experience:
G&K Services, Route Specialist
Mark H Siding and Construction, Foreman
Certifications
IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician
Pack-Out (Mobile Service Manager)
Name:Paul Haynes
Title:Project Manager
With ServiceMaster Since:2005
Previous Experience:
Construction, Foreman
Service Industry, Technician
Certifications
IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician
IICRC Fire, Smoke, & Odor Control Certification
IICRC Applied Structural Drying Technician
Name:Greg Rabon
Title:Lead Technician
With ServiceMaster Since:2006
Previous Experience:
Framing Rabon, Drywall Finisher
First Coast Cabinets, Installer
Don's Glass, Installer
Certifications
IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician
Name:Michael Lewis
Title:Project Leader
With ServiceMaster Since:2010
Previous Experience:
Napier's Home Repair, Inc., Lead Tech and Project Manager
Home Warranty Professionals, Lead Tech and Project Manager
Lewis Home Repair, Inc., Owner
Hydra Dry, Inc., Lead Technician and Project Manager
Certifications:
Electronic Equipment Repair Technician
IICRC: WRT
Background: Growing up in a family of work-a-holism has left it’s impression in me instilling great work ethics and leadership skills as well as a dedication to be the best and commitment to put 110% into everything I do. In turn, paying attention to detail comes naturally. I enjoy the challenge of figuring out what others cannot, and am overjoyed when my assistance brings help to others. These characteristics, along with a will to be the best person I can be morally, has given me countless opportunities to work with the best craftsman in our surrounding areas gaining experience in almost every field imaginable related to the construction industry.
My expertise and skill set mend well with that of my fellow companions here at ServiceMaster. I hope your experience with us is blessed and look forward to working with you in the future.
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