Meet the Team

One day, Susan wanted to learn how to knit. Another, she decided she would complete a marathon. Today, she has self-knitted scarves and a medal for finishing a LONG marathon (13.1 mile kind of long). Susan is one of those motivational people every great company needs. In her free time, she loves rooting for the Dayton Flyers, attending concerts (from Maroon5 to Bruce Springsteen), and trying out new things. Her most recent endeavor was riding in a hot air balloon. Susan makes sure all of our clients are just as happy, energized, and inspired as she is.

susan@ostermancron.com

Quite simply, Elisabeth loves puzzles. She gets an adrenalin rush from the challenge of thinking ahead, overcoming dead-ends and obstacles, and coming to a resolution that fits together perfectly. That’s why she’s so darn good at space planning.

Making a beautiful space is easy, but making it functional is the real challenge. Steady, calm and efficient, Elisabeth is an inspired artist – fueled by her love of design and architecture – who isn’t satisfied with her work until she knows it works for her clients.

elisabeth@ostermancron.com

Behind Amber’s quiet, kind-hearted persona you will find an adventurous traveler. With a passion for knowledge, Amber enjoys traveling abroad to learn about other cultures and how the people live. Her favorite adventure yet was traveling to Jamaica where she had the opportunity to swim with dolphins. If Amber wasn’t one of our project managers her dream would be to be off traveling the world and writing about her adventures as a journalist.

amber@ostermancron.com

Abbie is one of the most adventurous people in the office. From buying a one-way ticket to Europe to finding hidden gems in Cincinnati, she is always looking for a new adventure. It’s no secret that Abbie wishes she could teleport from destination to destination. If she isn’t busy crunching away at numbers, you can find her re-watching every episode of Real Housewives or listening to some of her favorite bands.

abbie@ostermancron.com

When you meet Michelle, it’s impossible for her bubbly personality and positive attitude to not rub off on you. You will quickly realize that she is very detail and deadline oriented but one thing you may not notice is her hidden talent – being an Opera Singer! If she isn’t working or singing opera, you can find Michelle hiking, trying out new breweries, or hanging out with her friends. Steve Jobs once said, “Stay hungry, stay foolish” and that is a quote that allows Michelle to find the strength and persistence that she didn’t know she had.

michelle@ostermancron.com

Formerly a chef at a popular local restaurant, Kyle has quickly been nominated as the company cook, expected to bring in his delicious creations for the rest of us- or else. Kyle is the first guy you’ll meet when you arrive, and if he’s not crunching numbers in his accounting role, he’s a great guy to talk to. You won’t find someone better versed in a variety of topics, ranging from sports and movies to food and superheroes. It’s no surprise that if Kyle ever makes it big, his first purchase is swapping out his Grand Prix for the Batmobile- Michael Keaton style of course.

kyle@ostermancron.com

The local Jimmy John’s driver knows Diana’s name and sub order by heart. When she’s not simultaneously munching on a turkey sub and running P.O.’s, she’s being the crazy dog lover that we all aspire to be. Her fur children Chico and Gypsy wouldn’t have it any other way. Consuming an impressively low amount of coffee, we sometimes wonder how Diana accomplishes so much in one day, all while remaining as one of the most cheerful people you’ll ever meet.

diana@ostermancron.com

You’d never believe a woman so sweet and gentle could be such a diehard Bengals football fan. Given the chance, (if there’s not a Bengals home game), you’ll find Suzanne somewhere between camping or on a Maui beach. Luckily for us, Suzanne has chosen the palettes and projects over palm trees and pineapples. Call it fate if you will, at a young age Suzanne first watched the movie, “Pillow Talk”, a plot focused on an interior designer. Decades later, Suzanne has been living the dream as one of the wisest, most brilliant designers you’ll ever meet.

suzanne@ostermancron.com

Sitting on the Green Monster at Fenway Park might not sound like everyone’s dream, but this die-hard Boston fan is itching to cross it off her bucket list. Erin claims if she wasn’t a designer, she would be a lobsterman in Maine. Thankfully for us, at 10 years old Erin had her “ah-hah” moment when she realized she wanted to be a designer. Out on a job site with her dad, she loved the design process and was intrigued with all the small details that came with it. Erin lives an active lifestyle of working out and attending every sports game imaginable. Yes, sometimes body paint is a must.

erinb@ostermancron.com

Kathy’s license plate reads “BUKLRUS” the name of a mythical lake monster lurking in the waters of Maine. If you want a great story, ask her about the time she snowmobiled on a frozen lake in Maine during a huge blizzard. Her chocolate lab’s name is Ellsworth, named after a city in Maine. If you haven’t guessed it yet- Kathy loves Maine, and we love Kathy. Of all the Seven Dwarfs, “Happy” could certainly fit Kathy’s personality, but the office vote is unanimously for “Sneezy”. Believe us, it’s one of the loudest sounds you’ll ever hear. After her first job of dipping ice cream at the local teen hangout for fifty cents an hour, Kathy realized a career in design was far more enjoyable, and surprisingly, sweeter.

kathy@ostermancron.com

“Nothing will work unless you do” was said by Maya Angelou. This quote is Paige’s life motto. Paige keeps herself busy and loves to plan her days full of all the things she loves! When not working you can find Paige at one of the many local Cincinnati breweries, shopping, or going to spin class. If Paige was not a member of the OC team, her dream would be to be a race car driver (which is a surprise as her high school job was playing Belle and Snow White in Disney World)! She grew up in California and was exposed to a variety of luxury cars, particularly sports cars. Her interest grew quickly and it turned into something her dad and her could bond and geek out over.

paige@ostermancron.com

Having an interest in falconry, Leslie loves studying birds, being outdoors and soaking in all the sunshine that she can.  Weekends during the cooler months are spent watching football and, if she can find it, rugby.  She is a self-proclaimed history geek and hopes that one day she will have the chance to travel to Rome. Abraham Lincoln once said, “And in the end, it’s not the years in your life that count; it’s the life in your years” and that is exactly what Leslie lives by.

leslie@ostermancron.com

Meet OC’s official ping pong champion, Carol. In high school Carol was crowned ping pong champ which we all think was a perfect precursor to her career as a wellness director. Fun, energetic, and active are all key traits for a champion of ping pong and are also an understatement when describing Carol. When Carol comes in the office, she brings an uplifting and positive energy. Her life motto was said by Mother Theresa, “Let no one ever come to you without leaving better and happier.” This is a statement that Carol embodies in every aspect of her personal life and career.

 carol@ostermancron.com

It’s safe to say Kathryn is our animal lover of the team. You can always catch her with a dog treat in her purse. Traveling isn’t for everyone, but Kathryn is always ready for an adventure; whether that’d be in town or across the world. She isn’t afraid to step out of her comfort zone when it comes to trying new restaurants with her friends. In her free time, you can catch Kathryn rocking it out at a country concert or trying out something new in Cincinnati.

 kathryn@ostermancron.com

Looking for an engineer that can row a Dragon Boat (and come in first in the 10,000m race) to manage your project? We have your girl! This may not be the most logical of combinations for your typical project manager, but it goes to show how Maggie is ready for anything. Hailing from THE Ohio State University, Maggie is a buckeye fan through and through. Traveling 17 hours to see her team play in the national championship game in Dallas. O-H-I-O!

maggie@ostermancron.com

Tim loves Lake Cumberland and boating so much, that he once considered buying a boat and naming it “Church”. That way, on Sundays he could tell people he was going to Church. If he wasn’t so busy with winning prestigious “Project Manager of the Year” awards, he would be coaching The Cincinnati Reds. Tim’s skill of leading groups and love of sunflower seeds (he always has a stash in his desk drawer) makes us think he’d do quite well for the Redlegs. “Never Give Up” is the quote Tim lives by, and you can see this tenacious mindset show in every project he manages.

tim@buildflexible.com

Luke is our well rounded office brew master who loves spending time camping and vacationing at the beach with his family. After studying at DAAP and working 10 years in the commercial design field Luke found his way to OstermanCron joining the Revolution Interior’s team as their DIRTT designer. We are so thankful he joined the RI team, bringing his design talent and knowledge for home brewing with him (always willing to share his brew creation with his fellow cohorts at happy hour)!.

luke@buildflexible.com

When you think of Scott, you not only think of the newest member of our DIRTT Team, but you also think of the golf connoisseur. If Scott isn’t working or running around with his kids, there is no doubt that you can find him on the golf course. Scott has lived in over 10 cities but always found his way back to Cincinnati. What’s the reason Cincinnati wins his heart over every time? UC Bearcats football and basketball games that is.

scott@buildflexible.com

During his first staff meeting at OC, Adam sung the Mickey Mouse song in front of everyone to help in remembering how to spell his last name. If this says anything about him, it’s that he has a very long last name, but more so that he’s fun to work with. Adam’s love of sports also brings out his colorful personality. He’s always down for a game of golf, and if knickers are needed he has multiple vibrant pairs to choose from. Adam knows how to work hard and play hard.

adam@ostermancron.com

Quiet as a mouse. Quick as a whip. Kim can spin through numbers like the Tasmanian devil. She also possesses an uncanny ability to search out a great deal and stretch a dollar. And really, who doesn’t want a number-crunching, puzzle-solving, thrift-seeking accountant? But she does more than throw numbers around. In her spare time she’s throwing pottery – bowls, teapots, coffeepots – anything with a lid. Just like an accountant to need to close up any gaping holes.

kim@ostermancron.com

Brittany’s dog is named Joules—after the scientific unit of measure for energy. They are quite the pair because Brittany brings boundless energy to OC. She has been practicing her customer skills since she was a child. At the age of three she was selling imaginary McDonald’s food from the bathroom sink. She went on to sell Girl Scout cookies in grade school, fruit in high school, started a company selling playing cards while at the University of Dayton, and jumped into sales out of college. Now she joins OC and brings with her unbridled enthusiasm and drive!

brittany@ostermancron.com

The only thing more colorful than Amanda’s hair is her personality. She prefers French fries shaped in smiley faces over regular because- why not? Her vibrant outlook carries over into her designs, as each project is more imaginative and brilliant than the last. We’re all secretly envious of her violin playing talent, and our fingers are crossed that maybe one day she’ll perform at work. If violin entertainment isn’t enough, stop by the office on October 31st. Amanda adores Halloween and faithfully dresses in costume every year. Her pumpkin get up is still our favorite.

amanda@ostermancron.com

Becky sporadically pops bottles of Champagne in staff meetings to celebrate company victories. She has been to so many Sting concerts, (around 20+) that one time Sting actually recognized her in the crowd. (She played it cool.) While she never will boast about how darn good she is at her job, she does occasionally like to talk about how hard it is being the “prettiest one in the company”. Her humor is a great medicine for the company, and is one reason that she has so many loyal healthcare clients. Becky is devoted to her work, and always puts her customers first with “every breath she takes”.

becky@ostermancron.com

“Life is like a box of chocolates,” is a term that would send Rachael running the other way. Although allergic to chocolate (a world many of us couldn’t imagine), Rachael is never afraid to try whatever flavors life has to offer her. Rachael finds it very rewarding to spend much of her free time volunteering with various local foundations and isn’t afraid to admit that she loves an occasional trip to Las Vegas. To Rachael, variety is the spice of life.

rachael@ostermancron.com