Leadership

Mike Smith

Chairman of the Board

A third generation Arizona native, Mike founded Jokake Construction in 1983, with an emphasis on constructing in occupied environments and service. Since then, he has diversified his company holdings into real estate development and management through Jokake Real Estate Services and OnPoint Investments, in building materials distribution, and in restaurant ownership in the historical Stockyards Restaurant, located on Jokake's corporate office campus. Mike is a life-long member of the Arizona construction industry and Chairs the Support Our Schools Arizona non-profit. Outside of the office, Mike enjoys time with his wife of 29 years and his three daughters, all U of A grads, like their Dad.

Rozlyn Lipsey

President & CEO

Roz Lipsey has worked within real estate and construction for more than 15 years. Throughout this time, she has built and led a building materials company; planned, developed, and project managed single-use facilities, as well as small commercial developments; and grown and diversified Jokake into new market sectors. Whether it is building a company or helping people develop professionally, Roz loves growing things that positively contribute to the community. Roz enjoys traveling, hiking, and fly fishing with her husband of 15 years, and thanks to growing up in Pittsburgh, never misses a Steelers game.

Dave Miller

CFO

Dave Miller's accounting career spans 25 years, all within the construction industry working for both large and small firms. He has been with Jokake for more than 10 years and leads a strong team focused on internal and external customer service first and foremost. In addition, Dave is very active in the industry and taking on leadership roles with associations like the CFMA. When not crunching numbers, Dave is a devoted husband and father of three. He loves baseball and rarely misses listening to a Diamondbacks game on the radio.

Dave Alben

Vice President – Field Services Team

Dave Alben is the most tenured leader in Jokake, having been with the company for more than 25 years. His experience includes working in several trades, directing safety, administration of the subcontractor prequalification programs, and leading and managing field operations. As head of Field Services, he understands the value of responsiveness, competency, and cost effective solutions for our array of clients in each industry we serve. Outside of Jokake, Dave enjoys spending time with his family and loves the thrill of off road motorcycle riding, ATV riding and camping with his wife.

Mike Keller

Vice President Office Operations

Mike Keller has built a strong resume over time in leading preconstruction efforts with project teams and multi-phased build-outs in occupied, campus-like environments. His strong analytical approach and excellent listening skills helps create the best building solutions for our clients. He represents Jokake in the construction industry by serving in different capacities for associations such as the ABA, ACE and BOMA. Mike is committed to his craft as well as his family, with whom he actively participates in numerous philanthropic missions with his church community. Teaching his children the value of helping others is central to his life outside of Jokake.

Pat Baldwin

Director & Project Manager – Commercial Building Team

Pat Baldwin is known for his passion for serving Jokake's clients and making a positive impact on the construction industry through strong leadership and participation in several industry associations. He measures success through the relationships he builds over time. Pat has been in the construction industry for over 35 years, working in various trades and running construction companies. Jokake has been his home for almost 10 years now. When not working, Pat enjoys time with this family, and he is highly active in the Cub Scouts with his son.

Stacy Schultz

Business Development – Commercial Building Team

Stacey Schultz has built a strong reputation as a fixture in the commercial real estate community. She began her career with several brokerage houses, which enabled her to understand the needs of our commercial clients first-hand before coming to Jokake 10 years ago. With Jokake, Stacey has been instrumental in securing clients and monitoring the entire process from the first meeting to the ribbon cutting ceremony. Stacey is very active in commercial industry associations, with particular focus on client service monitoring and developing new relationships. Stacey enjoys spending her weekends with family, friends, and her dogs. She will always be the first to lend a hand to friends in need and bakes the best cupcakes by far at Jokake.

Sean Conry

Director & Project Manager – Healthcare Building Team

Sean Conry is known throughout the healthcare industry for his passion in solving our client's unique project requirements in some of the most sensitive environments. Sean has experience not only in Project Management but with A&E firms as well, which has given him a diverse background to bring greater value to our clients in all phases of their projects. With 20 years of construction experience in healthcare and excellent communication skills, Sean arms our clients with knowledge and the certainty of project success. Sean enjoys spending time with his wife, two kids, and friends and family throughout Arizona. He loves sports and can be seen on the local ice rink or softball field cheering for the kids most weekends.

Christina Kirk

Business Development – Healthcare Building Team

Christina's career in construction spans over 20 years, with the majority of it spent in healthcare. Her experience, knowledge, and desire to serve clients that make a positive impact on lives of others have made her a strong client advocate for Jokake. She is proud of the relationships she has built and continues to be active in many healthcare associations in the Valley. Outside of work, Christina enjoys travelling to beaches for some downtime and doing a little day-trading when conditions are right.

Curtis McFarland

Project Director – Education & Municipal Building Team

Curtis has 21 years of A/E/C experience in the management of construction projects from million to over million in the private and public sectors. His public experience ranges from sports facilities with cities and stadium districts to K-12 public schools, all of which encompass strong pre-construction requirements and knowledge of different delivery methods. His main focus continues to be client service and building relationships founded in trust and performance. Outside of work, Curtis enjoys spending time with his wife and 3 kids, barbecuing his famous pulled pork and brisket for friends, and camping at the beach with his family.

Marci Hendrickson

Business Development – Education & Municipal Building Team

Marci Hendrickson has built a reputation in the industry as an exceptional listener and service-oriented relationship builder. Her depth of knowledge and experience in construction and business creates unique opportunities for Jokake to provide added value to our education and municipal clients. When not working on Jokake business, Marci spends time with her husband and kids, as well as fulfilling her passion for research and teaching as a Professor for ASU and the Maricopa Community College District.

Suzanne Douglas

Marketing Manager

Suzanne Douglas is passionate about marketing and has more than 12 years of marketing experience in the Architecture/ Engineering/Construction industry. Suzanne has served as chapter president for the Arizona chapter of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS). As Marketing Manager with Jokake, she is responsible for implementing global branding and marketing plans related to the corporate mission. She holds an MBA from Grand Canyon University. She believes in constant learning and has recently become a Lean Green Belt through the ASU School of Engineering. Suzanne enjoys spending time with family and friends and shows deep compassion for children and our four-legged friends as a volunteer with youth programs and the Humane Society.

Dennis Gilbert

Director & Project Manager — Hospitality Building Team

Dennis Gilbert possesses more than 30 years of construction experience in a wide range of building types, including hospitality, sports, residential, commercial and healthcare. Specifically Dennis has managed the preconstruction and construction phases of some of the largest resort hotels in the Valley. He has particular strength in performing preconstruction services having led those efforts on most projects throughout his career. His broad range of experience has been enhanced by his reputation for developing long term relationships with his clients and with the people that he works with. Dennis spends time with his wife doing all the things that makes Arizona a great place to live. He enjoys biking, golfing, swimming and attending an occasional sports event or concert.