Meet the Team
President / CEO
Todd R. Jackson
Certified Green Professional (CGP)We understand how important it is to learn about the people you will be working with when you are choosing a company for your remodeling project. At Jackson Design and Remodeling, our team of exceptional professionals has always been our most important asset. The Jackson Design and Remodeling team embodies our company's devotion to client care. Each member of our dedicated and accomplished staff contributes individual skills and experience to our common purpose: making our customers happy every day, with every project. I am proud to introduce the team that works together to transform homes and build clients for life. Also, keep in mind that you can always meet our team in person at one of our remodeling seminars.
First Impressions
Anita
Client Relations Manager and Assistant to the CEO
Anita's background in both design and customer service makes her uniquely valuable to Jackson Design and Remodeling and to our clients. Drawing on over fourteen years of experience in the design industry, Anita clearly communicates with clients what they can realistically expect as they embark upon a remodeling project. As Client Relations Manager and Assistant to the CEO, Anita is one of the main points of client contact with Jackson Design and Remodeling, and is knowledgeable about all areas of the company. Her attention to detail, reliable efficiency and zeal for client care help to maximize team productivity and customer satisfaction. She develops and implements systems and organizes information to make it more accessible, understandable and appealing.
Anita was born and raised in North Carolina where she earned a Degree in Interior Design. After graduation she worked with a commercial design firm where she assisted with many facets of the company, from material selections to administration. Her comprehensive industry-related experience informs Anita's ability to steer clients in the right direction as they work with the Jackson Design and Remodeling design team to realize their remodeling dreams. Contact Anita
Design Team
Jim
Licensed Architect
Jim combines his strong command of architecture with a depth of knowledge gathered over years in the remodeling industry to skillfully guide clients through the initial phases of a project with Jackson Design and Remodeling. Jim meets one-on-one with clients to introduce the Jackson Design and Remodeling team and the company's comprehensive design build services, helping clients visualize how JDR works to transform their homes. He leads clients to a clear understanding of the remodeling process, helps them articulate their needs and desires for a new space, and works with clients and the design team to coordinate a project's initial design phase.
Jim is a native of Phoenix, AZ, where he owned an architectural firm for five years before moving to San Diego in 1989. He received his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Cincinnati. Before joining Jackson Design and Remodeling, Jim worked for nineteen years at another large remodeling firm, where he practiced his skills as an In-house Architect and worked for ten years as General Manager. He was drawn to the innovative design principles and customer service responsiveness at JDR. Jim is a member of the San Diego Rotary Club 33 and has been published locally as an architect.
Chris
Senior Architectural & Structural Designer
During more than seventeen years of experience in the field, Chris has won multiple awards for his work. As JDR's Senior Architectural & Structural Designer, Chris brings his creativity, attention to detail and efficiency to each project as he helps client realize their remodeling dreams by transforming existing structures and designing new ones. Chris was raised in San Diego and was already interested in architectural design at the age of eight. His passion motivated him to pursue classes in high school where he received all the industrial arts awards available for design and drafting in his senior year. After attaining his Degree in Architectural and Structural Design, Chris immediately began working with a professional design company. He joined Jackson Design and Remodeling in 2001, where his vast knowledge has significantly contributed to the company's growth and success.
Chris's unique designs have been featured in various publications including San Diego Home and Garden and The Union Tribune. Alongside JDR's Interior Designers, his projects have won numerous awards, including Chrysalis Awards (Finest Remodeling Projects in the US, Qualified Remodelers) and CotY Awards (Contractor of the Year, National Association of the Remodeling Industry). Several of the homes he has designed have been featured in ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) Kitchen Tours. Chris's experience and unprecedented talent make him an incredible asset to the Jackson Design and Remodeling team.
Tatiana
Design Department Manager and Senior Designer, AKBD
Tatiana is Jackson Design and Remodeling's Design Department Manager and Senior Designer. Originally from Mexico City, Tatiana graduated from the Design Institute of San Diego with a BFA in Interior Design and has excelled in the field for over fourteen years. She earned her AKBD (Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer) accreditation through the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association.) Prior to joining the Jackson Design and Remodeling team, Tatiana spent several years working on high-end single and multi-unit residential projects, specializing in contemporary European design. More recently, she has focused her attention on whole house projects. The variety of styles she introduces reveal her broad range of talent and in-depth understanding of client needs. Her passion for beautiful kitchen design is evident in the style and functionality she infuses into each project she undertakes. Tatiana’s efficient management of the design department ensures smooth communication and implementation while the design and production departments work together to make each project a success.
Tatiana is a member of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) and her projects have been published numerous times in Better Homes and Gardens, San Diego Home and Garden, Décor and Style and The Union Tribune. A prestigious newspaper in Mexico has featured weekly articles on design trends with Tatiana’s collaboration, and her projects have been displayed in the ASID Kitchen Tour since 2002. Tatiana's distinct talent, attention to client satisfaction and remarkable project outcomes are all part of her substantial contribution to JDR.
Sol
Senior Designer
Sol, Senior Designer for the Jackson Design and Remodeling design team, is a multiple-award winning professional with more than ten years of experience as an Architectural Designer. Sol applies her considerable skills from the studio and the field to transform her clients' visions into stunning reality. Sol was born and raised in Argentina where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture. She was involved in the design of various projects in Buenos Aries before moving to Southern California where she now continues her passion for artistic, impressive designs for the home.
Sol has been featured in various publications including San Diego Home and Garden and The Union Tribune. She has also received numerous awards for her designs from ASID (American Society of Interior Designers), Chrysalis Awards (Finest Remodeling Projects in the US, Qualified Remodelers) and CotY Awards (Contractor of the Year, National Association of Remodeling Industry.) One of Sol's kitchens was featured in the 2007 ASID Kitchen Tour.
Sol is inspired by the myriad cultures she has enjoyed during her travels in South America, North America and Europe. She takes the utmost care to incorporate each individual client's personal hopes, dreams, inspirations, and requirements into her unique design solutions and complimentary style suggestions. Sol's experience and talent make her an incredible asset to the Jackson Design and Remodeling team.
Melinda
Assistant Designer
Melinda is a design assistant at Jackson Design and Remodeling. Melinda earned an Interior Design Degree from Alfred State in New York, where she began working in the design field performing space planning and textile selection for model homes. She uses her understanding of design and enthusiasm for art to produce outstanding results in true-to-life renderings and beautiful design board layouts, which help JDR clients visualize what their home remodel will accomplish. Melinda contributes her writing skills to project competitions and articles featuring award-winning projects, and has a special knack for keeping JDR's abundance of design materials meticulously organized.
Rosella
Assistant Designer
Rosella, Design Assistant for the Jackson Design and Remodeling team, was born in San Diego and raised in Mexico where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and launched her professional career with an internship in an architectural design firm. Soon after, she moved to San Diego, where she worked in the natural stone design field, developing extensive experience with countertop and tile work design for kitchen and bathroom remodels and honing her design and technical skills.
After earning a Master of Science in Architecture from The New School of Architecture and Design in San Diego, where the focus of her studies was green and sustainable design, Rosella shifted her career focus from tile work design to comprehensive design. Highly creative, detail-oriented and passionate about good design and art, Rosella is a strong problem solver with the ability to quickly synthesize new concepts. She applies her zeal for art, understanding of good design and excellent technical skills to produce renderings and design board layouts for JDR clients, helping them to visualize the result of their remodels. She also helps keep the JDR design team running smoothly by organizing project files and materials.
Production Team
Eugene
Production Manager
Before he became Jackson Design and Remodeling’s Production Manager, Eugene owned a successful remodeling firm of his own. He came to work for JDR with over 30 years of construction experience and quickly positioned himself as a leader. Eugene’s “get it done” attitude, combined with his expertise in all areas of project and business management, help successfully support and guide JDR’s project superintendents, field personnel and subcontractors to exceed client expectations at every stage of construction.
Joe
Production Supervisor
With over thirty years of experience in construction, Joe has a working knowledge of every aspect of the remodeling industry. As a Production Supervisor for Jackson Design and Remodeling, Joe oversees subcontractors and employees on the jobsite, reads and interprets blueprints, meets with inspectors and ensures code compliance, while working both in the field and in the office. Having owned a construction business in the past, Joe understands the importance of building excellent relationships with each JDR client. This knowledge underscores all of his client interactions.
Brent
Production Supervisor
Brent has made the construction industry a lifelong vocation and is thoroughly versed in the construction process from excavation to finish. He oversees up to 125 subcontractors and employees on the jobsite, reads and interprets blueprints, meets with inspectors and ensures code compliance. With a continual focus on client satisfaction, Brent works in both the field and the office, scheduling and overseeing the work for JDR field employees and subcontractors, while ensuring that each project exceeds client expectations.
Field Personnel
Jackson Design and Remodeling attributes much of our success to the great people behind the scenes who have worked with our company since 1989. The talented craftspeople who handle electrical, plumbing, carpentry, demolition work, painting and many other related tasks out in the field for Jackson Design and Remodeling support our mission to build clients for life. We believe that people make the difference when it comes to producing successful projects with outstanding customer satisfaction, and we thank all the people who have worked on our projects throughout the years.
Administration Team
Minh
Financial Controller
Minh, Financial Controller, joined Jackson Design and Remodeling in 2005. Previously, Minh spent over twenty years in the accounting field, working as a Cost Accountant, Property Accountant and Controller. Originally from South Vietnam, Minh arrived in the United States in 1981. He graduated from United College of Business and successfully passed the H&R Block Tax course in 1986. Minh has participated in numerous financial seminars and possesses an extensive knowledge of corporate financial and tax laws. He currently oversees daily operations of the accounting department. Alongside the CEO, Minh directs and manages the company’s financial planning and budgets, and recommends benchmarks for measuring the financial and operating performance of each department and the company as a whole. Minh produces monthly financial reports, prepares financial forecasts and conducts internal financial audits. He works closely with department managers and corporate staff to develop strategic business planning. Minh assists the CEO in establishing and implementing short-term and long-term department goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures.
Christina
Accounts Payable
Christina was born and raised in San Diego. She has worked in accounting for the construction industry since she was a teenager, gathering a vast level of knowledge along the way. Her experience also includes partial ownership of her family’s government contracting and telecommunications networking business, where she acted as Office Manager with a focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll. Eventually Christina returned to her preferred field, construction, and worked for a large residential production home building company until she joined Jackson Design and Remodeling in 2007. At JDR, Christina acts as a liaison between field personnel, office staff, and project superintendents, and ensures that all accounting practices are handled promptly, accurately and professionally.
Maria
Accounting Assistant
Maria, JDR's Accounting Assistant, was born in the Dominican Republic and raised in Boston, where she became an avid Red Sox fan. She earned her BS from the School of Management at Boston College and has over 10 years of accounting experience in the building industry. Her dedication to accurate numbers, spreadsheets and details makes Maria a valuable asset to the Jackson Design and Remodeling team.
CoCo
Marketing Director
Jackson Design and Remodeling's Marketing Director, CoCo is the guardian of the company's brand. She drives JDR's vision by leading and overseeing the development of an imaginative, integrated marketing approach. CoCo conducts research, assesses data analysis and develops comprehensive marketing strategies that support the company's long-term goals. A graduate of Longwood University in Virginia, CoCo has worked in the San Diego, Washington, D.C., Richmond and Atlanta markets during her impressive career. She supports ongoing innovation in the remodeling industry through her involvement in the U.S. Green Building Council and the San Diego Center for Sustainability. CoCo also contributes her skills and energy to the community, volunteering with organizations such as the San Diego Film Festival and the Challenged Athletes Foundation.
