Our Team
Our Superheroes
Joe Ressa
President and Principal
Joe Ressa, originally from Lewistown, Pennsylvania and who has resided in the Washington DC metro area for the past fifty years is the founder and CEO of RessaBuilt. Joe began his career in general contracting from an early age and gained his initial experience working for his father’s business, Country Squire Construction. During this time, he learned the fundamental concepts and methods that make up successful general contracting. Throughout his five decades of experience in the field, Joe along with RessaBuilt has successfully completed thousands of projects while collaborating with highly respected architects and trade partners. His knowledge and experience allows him to judge his projects scope from the beginning to the end with pinpoint precession. As a leader in his company/industry, he is constantly looking to innovate and evolve within the fluid progression that general contracting is taking over the years. This has in turn led to the growth and success of the company within its niche market. Joe’s dedication to the client/contractor relationship ensures that the client is always informed, involved, and satisfied with the progress and completion of the project. Outside of his professional duties at the firm, Joe is active in the Washington DC chapter of the Kiwanis Club while also spending time with his wife, children, and family.
Amy Ressa
Selection Coordinator
Amy Ressa, originally from Elkhart, Indiana is the Selections Coordinator at RessaBuilt. Amy, who graduated from Indiana University-Bloomington with a BS Degree in Interior Design, began her career in corporate sales and customer service. Later, she used those decades of knowledge and experience to transition to the home improvement industry where she joined RessaBuilt. Her communication skills and ability to truly understand a clients wishes allows her to guide them through the process of selecting the assets for their project from the seemingly endless amount of options. Equally important is her complete understanding of timelines and budget to ensure decisions are made in a timely fashion, while also falling in line with financial parameters. Amy is always available and willing to answer questions to help explain the nuances of a construction project that might seem daunting to a client. Her calm yet pro-active demeanor makes her a client favorite and truly the Wonder Woman of RessaBuilt. Living her best life outside of her day to day business responsibilities, she is passionate about living a healthy lifestyle based on nutrition and exercise and spending time with her husband, children and family.
Lucho Baron
Production Manager
Luis “Lucho” Barron, born in Bolivia, and who immigrated to the DC area in 1999 is the pinnacle of the RessaBuilt project management team. Trained as a carpenter upon joining Ressabuilt, he continued his development and completed his certification for Blueprint Reading, and the NARI Certified Remodelers Program. Lucho has 17 years of construction experience, ten of which have been with RessaBuilt, where he has received glowing accolades in his reviews from the hundreds of clients he has collaborated with over the years. During his tenure at the company, he has advanced to the level of Senior Project Manager and holds a position on the company’s leadership team. His client service, and leadership with RessaBuilt, and within the community is evident as he was recently nominated and named the PRO-Mid Atlantic’s Most Valuable Project Manager, at the 2021 Contractor of the Year Awards. Outside of his professional duties, in his free time Lucho likes to play soccer, workout and is a trained dancer.
Dan Fath
Project Manager
Daniel Fath joined RessaBuilt as one of our valued project managers. Dan, originally from California spent most of his early life in Washington state. He grew up learning construction and carpentry while working with his stepfather. After graduating high school, he continued to refine his skills eventually starting his own contracting business. Dan has completed hundreds of projects ranging from small bespoke carpentry ventures to comprehensive home remodels/renovations. Recently, for a change of scenery and to be close to family, Dan made the dramatic move from the west coast to the Washington D.C. area at which point he joined our team. We are thrilled with his work ethic and the attention to detail he employs on all the projects he manages. As anyone who knows him, Dans true passion is spending time with his daughter when not engaged with his professional duties.
Mark Poirier
Site Superintendent
Mark Poirier, a native Virginian, residing in Woodbridge, and a trained master carpenter, has been with RessaBuilt since 2007. During his 30 years of remodeling experience, he has worked on both large and small projects that involved complex framing plans. Mark is proficient in the means and methods of delivering both classic and contemporary/modern aesthetics. He has a EPA Lead Certification, and is a Certified Remodeling Project Manager through the Professional Remodelers Organization – MidAtlantic Chapter. Mark is not only a talented carpenter, but also an excellent client service manager. This holds true whether he is working directly with a client or collaborating with an architect and is the reason RessaBuilt promoted him to be a Project Manager. His drive to help his clients realize their dream and vision on their project is his number one goal in his contracting process. As one of our longest serving employees beyond the ownership, Mark loves the feeling of family working at RessaBuilt embodies along with his value and significance in helping the company continue to grow.
Luis Avila
Site Superintendent
Born and raised in El Salvador, Luis Avila developed a strong work ethic early on, helping his family with farming and running a small store. His passion for hands-on work led him to pursue the trades, continuing when he moved to the U.S. in 2009.After graduating from Dominion High School, Luis trained under master carpenters, plumbers, and electricians, gaining expertise in carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, drywall, painting, flooring, and finish trim. With over a decade in the industry, he has contributed to both residential and commercial projects, from remodels to new builds.Luis later founded his own construction company, earning a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, teamwork, and delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.Beyond work, he is committed to his community, volunteering to help young students improve their reading skills. He enjoys sports, church activities, and spending time with family. With strong leadership and technical skills, Luis continues to make a lasting impact in the construction industry.
Michael Ressa
Operations
Michael Ressa, from Washington D.C., is the Marketing and Technology Associate at RessaBuilt. After receiving a BS degree in Psychology from University of Wisconsin-Madison, Michael went on to receive a Diploma in the Culinary Arts from the French Culinary Institute in NYC. Subsequent endeavors included chef positions at multiple Michelin starred restaurants throughout NYC. Michael finally attained one of his goals of being able to work for restaurateur Danny Myer when he was hired as the manager of Shake Shack's flagship location in Time Square. During this time he worked closely with the corporate marketing team along with the IT department to steadily grow sales and find innovative ways to promote the business in the very influential market. Departing the hospitality industry, Michael joins us at RessaBuilt to bring the marketing tactics and technology support skills he honed working at a publicly traded corporate restaurant. His out of the industry view point allows for him to find new and exciting ways for us to grow our business and give our clients the best experience possible. Off the clock, Michael still greatly enjoys cooking, especially for his family and friends.
Mercedes Villavicencio
Bookkeeper
Mercedes Villavicencio is a seasoned accounting professional with over 20 years of experience in both federal government and private sector roles. Born in Lima, Peru, she moved to Virginia in 1993. She holds a degree in Interior Design and initially worked in a construction company with her husband, where she developed a passion for numbers and organization. While raising three young children, she returned to college to earn an associate degree in accounting.Now serving as Bookkeeper at RessaBuilt, Mercedes excels in financial management, strategic oversight, and performance monitoring. Her expertise includes full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and time management optimization.Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, tennis, and visiting art galleries. She remains deeply interested in construction and design, admiring the craftsmanship at RessaBuilt. With an associate degree from Northern Virginia Community College and certifications in tax preparation, Mercedes is committed to ethical, proactive accounting. Her analytical skills and dedication to compliance with GAAP standards make her an invaluable asset.
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