It was with a passion for bringing older homes to modern standards while honoring their historic integrity that Jim founded Copper Sky in 2003. After more than 12 years in the corporate sector working for telecom industry leaders such as MCI, WorldCom and a startup VoIP company, Cbeyond Communications, Jim decided to follow his dream of restoring older homes to their original beauty, and Copper Sky was born.
Jim’s passion for the renovation of old houses began early in life, when he would seriously contemplate how to improve the historic homes in which he grew up. Originally from Selma, Alabama, a town steeped in history and resplendent with magnificent civil war era mansions, Jim’s early childhood home was built in 1850, after which he moved with his family into a house built by his great-grandfather in 1902. Jim channeled this inborn enthusiasm towards flipping houses in Atlanta’s historic neighborhoods while simultaneously working in the corporate sector before Copper Sky came to be.
While bringing old homes to modern standards and convenience is paramount, Jim is personally devoted to keeping homes true to their original period of construction. His goal is to thoughtfully and purposefully maintain a home’s original character and personality, such that the finished product is often mistaken for a restoration rather than a renovation. Jim has a robust eye for design, which keeps him heavily immersed in the design process of all Copper Sky’s projects.
On the rare occasion when Jim isn’t working, he enjoys ‘90’s Indy music, riding his Triumph Bonneville motorcycle, biking, restoring his ’71 Buick Skylark and spending time with his wife, Suzanne, and children, Duncan, Nina and Leila. And Kyle, Copper Sky’s Chief Security Officer.
Jim holds of Bachelor of Science degree in Business, with a major in Finance from Tulane University’s Freeman School of Business in New Orleans.
Adam supports clients throughout the sales, design, and pre-production phases.
Adam is the Client Relations Director for Copper Sky Renovations, and supports clients throughout sales, design and pre-production.
Adam has more than sixteen years of experience in residential renovations, with a focus on turn of the century homes. He won Remodeler of the Year at the 2020 OBIE Awards, so there is no doubt he loves what he does. For most of our clients, Adam is their first contact point with Copper Sky, and with his insanely funny character and gregarious persona, he is passionate about this critical role. Adam helps our clients navigate the multiple stages of pre-construction, and personally guides them through consultation, budgeting, architecture & design, and final contracting. Adam especially enjoys working with clients who are brand new to the renovation process, and he strives to ensure their first endeavor is a highly positive experience.
Adam is also a Jersey boy transplant to the South, and a proud veteran of the United States Army.
When Adam is not in the office, he loves spending time with his wife, Jenn, his son Nicholas, and his dog Sammie. He enjoys kayaking, fishing and working on perfecting his brisket recipe! The CSO has commended Adam’s hiring and continued employment.
Clint is responsible for all of pre-construction and construction operations.
Clint leads the project management team and all preconstruction and construction operations. Clint’s role is part builder, manager, designer, shrink, and life coach.
Clint is a client favorite, and brings a ton of knowledge to Copper Sky, with more than fifteen years of construction experience in a variety of disciplines. Clint has a deep understanding of the construction industry and experience as a designer, handyman, furniture builder as well as a remodeler. Clint is a certified Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional and is also Earthcraft Certified.
Out of the office, Clint is a total gearhead and enjoys cars, riding anything with two wheels, woodworking, camping and doing anything outdoors with his three boys, Luke, Casey, and Wyatt.
Clint holds a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from Auburn University in 1994.
Micaela leads the design team and oversees all projects from a design perspective, ensuring a seamless flow from concept through construction.
As Coppers Sky’s Principal Designer since 2018, Micaela approaches design as a powerful problem-solving tool that combines purpose and function with aesthetics and creativity. In addition to her supervisory role, Micaela also manages to squeeze in time to roll up her sleeves and design a few projects as well.
With more than fifteen years of experience in both commercial and residential design in Atlanta and throughout the southeast, Micaela has a well-honed passion for design, an eye for clever detail, and an emphasis on integrity and professionalism. Prior to Copper Sky, Micaela spent six years operating her own design company, focusing on restaurants, office spaces, and residential projects.
Micaela holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a major in Interior Design from Valdosta State University. She is a licensed registered interior designer (RID) and received her National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) certificate in 2009.
When Micaela is not designing for clients, she’s working on her own ongoing home renovation projects and spending time with her daughter Rosemary and husband John.
Betsy manages all things related to office operations and marketing.
Working in an industry that she’s long had a passion for is a dream for Betsy. Betsy began to develop an interest in residential architecture and design at a young age. Growing up in the historic town of Somerville, NJ heightened her awareness and appreciation for preserving the character and charm of older homes and buildings.
After graduating from Boston College with a Bachelor of Science in Business, Betsy began her career at Deloitte. She later attended the University of Georgia in Athens where she earned an MBA. She has had the good fortune of working both with reputable marketing agencies and at leading organizations such as The Weather Channel and Habitat for Humanity International.
When she’s not in the office, Betsy enjoys being outdoors: running, biking, playing basketball and wakeboarding with her children, attending outdoor concerts and festivals, and strolling around the neighborhood with her husband, Tom, their children, Emma and Owen, and their two dogs, Pete and Sunny.
Jeremy works behind the scenes to ensure every project is priced accurately and responsibly.
Taking a foggy vision that a homeowner has and helping them clarify it and bring it to life is what gets Jeremy jazzed about coming to work every day. With over 26 years in construction management and estimating, he plays a crucial role in our design-remodel process. And with a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering Technology from Fairmont State University and a certification in AutoCADD, Jeremy brings a wealth of knowledge to the Copper Sky team.
As the father of a college soccer player, Jeremy has become quite the avid “futbol” fan over the years. He also enjoys spending time with his wife and younger daughter. Originally from West Virginia, Jeremy stays true to his roots with a love of camping, kayaking, fishing, hiking and hunting. He also likes to dabble in photography and woodworking!
One of Copper Sky’s longest-serving employees, Marcy brings a wealth of knowledge and best practices to our bookkeeping operations.
Marcy has more than twenty seven years of bookkeeping experience in the construction industry. Since joining Copper Sky, she has streamlined client contracting procedures and our daily operations considerably. She is passionate about the numbers and details of each client’s projects and makes sure all t’s are crossed and i’s dotted throughout the project lifecycle.
Marcy also works closely with Kyle, our CSO, to implement his security protocols. She actively participates in his surprise trash can inspections for empty yogurt containers or other contraband.
When away from the office, Marcy enjoys spending time with her husband, Adam, children and grandchildren, genealogy, crafting and photography.
With extensive experience and an intrinsic eye for design, Jaime partners with clients to create spaces that enhance their lives functionally and aesthetically.
Jaime has over ten years of experience in custom design work, including new builds, renovations and full interior design in southwest Florida and intown Atlanta markets. She is especially passionate about contrast of projects that come across her desk at Copper Sky, allowing her to use a variety of design elements into the final product. She received her National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) certificate in 2018.
Jaime has a Master of Science degree in Interior Design from Florida State University.
When Jaime is out of the office, she loves cooking, traveling, playing tennis, and spending time with her husband, Greg, daughters Eloise and Madeline, and dog Rooney.
Meka brings unmatched problem-solving skills to every project, ensuring spaces are designed for optimal form and function.
Meka is an interior designer with Copper Sky, shepherding a renovation project’s phase from the concept to construction.
Meka has more than ten years’ experience in both Residential and Commercial interior design, specializing in Interior Design, Product Design, Brand Development, Color Consulting, and 3D Renderings & Modeling. Meka has received her National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) and is also an active member of International Interior Design Association (IIDA). She is also a Revit 2015 Certified Professional.
Meka has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design from Georgia State University in Atlanta.
When Meka is out of the office, she loves hiking, kickboxing, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
With a passion for all things creative, Shawna brings a fresh perspective to our design processes and approach.
Shawna finds the experience of walking through completed spaces to be particularly gratifying because what started as an idea has been physically transformed into a special space where clients can relax and enjoy their lives.
While Shawna’s past interior design experience has been primarily in the hospitality industry, she is finding residential design to be even more fulfilling. Her gregarious personality and joy of interacting with people are infused into her work with clients at Copper Sky. Shawna holds a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from the Art Institute of Atlanta.
For the past five years, Shawna’s been an avid participant in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and she is currently a purple belt. She’s competed and medaled several times in the sport. She also enjoys creating cosplay ideas and going to conventions and festivals. You very well may have seen her in Atlanta’s famed Dragon Con parade over the past several years!
Arrie brings a wealth of experience to Copper Sky: from finish carpentry and fine woodworking to 10 years of construction project management.
As a project manager for Copper Sky, Arrie spend much of his time on project worksites managing the day-to-day construction. He previously owned his own woodworking business, designing and building custom heirloom furniture.
Arrie enjoys the creative problem solving of construction, especially in remodeling. He likes the idea of seeing what someone else has built, modifying or adding to it to improve its original intended purpose, and delivering that product to the homeowner.
When Arrie is out of the office, he enjoys woodworking and going for runs with his 5-year-old Labrador retriever, Gil.
With over 20 years of experience in residential remodeling, Dallas brings valuable insight and know-how to every project.
Dallas joined the Copper Sky team as a project manager in the summer of 2021. Dallas is GSWCC certified, and he brings over 20 years of experience in residential remodeling. Dallas is a people person and truly enjoys the experience of working with clients to bring their vision to life.
Originally from Virginia, Dallas now resides in Decatur, GA. He spends his time out of work with his wife, Lauren, his four children, and their dog Hopper. Dallas is a veteran of the Navy and he enjoys sailing.
David’s passion and talents lie in restoring historical and period homes.
David joined Copper Sky production team as a project manager in June of 2021. His passion and talents lie in working on older and historic homes. He has a keen eye for preserving the features and charm of their classic stylings, while bringing them up to date to accommodate modern-day living.
David holds a BA from the University of Georgia, and he is a licensed Georgia real estate agent. He has over 20 years of experience renovating homes in various historic neighborhoods in Atlanta and Birmingham. Don’t let his “Mr. Fancy Pants” moniker fool you – David is a low-key guy who likes to spend his down-time fishing, reading, gardening and hanging out with family and friends. He enjoys playing tennis and golf and skiing.
The newest addition to Copper Sky, Evan rounds out our Production Team with a common-sense approach and expert organizational skills.
Evan brings enthusiastic energy to the office and his job sites. He’s a results-oriented PM, with the goal of exceeding our clients’ expectations on every project.
Evan graduated from Kennesaw State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He’s also a Georgia licensed real estate agent, and he has worked as a professional realtor on the past. Evan has a variety of hobbies including grilling, playing the guitar, biking and playing cards and board games. He also enjoys spending his free time with his wife and young daughter.
Scott joined Copper Sky in 2017 with extensive construction experience in both the commercial and residential areas.
Scott has more than twenty years of experience in the construction industry doing new home construction and residential remodeling. He has great enthusiasm for all things construction but has especially deep experience in working with basements. Scott carries a commercial and residential safety certificate and a Remington nail gun certificate.
When Scott is out of the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and riding to the mountains on his 2017 Harley Davidson Street Glide.
Chris not only supervises on-site construction activity, but he manages the Copper Sky warranty program.
Chris is a life-long Atlanta resident and has more than twenty-five years in the construction industry. Chris handles finish carpentry for his projects and also leads the warranty and punch list crews. He is extremely meticulous in his work ethic and drives results into his finished product. Chris is truly a jack-of-all-trades and can handle almost anything.
When Chris isn’t at work, he loves … to work! He enjoys working on his house, deck, and yard, and also fishing, hunting, and cooking.
The longest-serving employee at Copper Sky, Eddie is our go-to carpenter.
With more than thirty years of experience in the residential construction industry, Eddie specializes in framing, finish carpentry and working with reclaimed wood. He’s a skilled craftsman and takes great pride being part of the Copper Sky team and the finished work we produce.
When Eddie is away from the office, he loves watching Georgia Bulldog football, the Braves, NASCAR, and spending time with his wife, kids, and many grandkids.
Reliable and dedicated, Jonathan brings that extra something to every project at Copper Sky.
He has decades of construction experience that began as a kid, working with concrete for his dad. Jonathan handles a wide variety of work from demo to framing to finish carpentry. He is a valued member of the team who is never far from lending a supporting hand to his crew.
Jonathan is a member of the Freemason Society and enjoys his church and family when not in the office.
Responsible for the physical safety of the business operations, people, and infrastructure, Kyle takes his job quite seriously.
Originally from Greensboro, NC, Kyle brings inherent street smarts, people skills, and a natural aptitude for surveillance to the leadership team. Since 2013, Kyle has vigilantly patrolled and secured Copper Sky’s offices and has implemented rigorous new programs to identify possible security breaches, including; sniffing out and censuring shifty vendors and delivery personnel, performing surprise security inspections of trash cans and under employee desks (especially the office manager), and ensuring all clients are screened – upon entry AND exit – for the presence of food and/or potential shiftiness. Kyle also plays a key role in new employee vetting and training.
When not at the office, Kyle enjoys long walks, meditating in the sun, keeping random small children on their toes (just the slow ones), protecting his home and family from the mailman and other dangers of the great outdoors, and head hugs.
Copper Sky Design + Remodel uses the design-build methodology, a proven process that combines design and construction. Our team excels at major renovations, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, home additions, ADU’s, and specialty projects with a minimum investment of $100,000.
