Building Blox.

Architect. Manufacturer. Constructor. Pioneer. Chris has become a new type of master builder. An industry futurist focused on improving the quality, function, form and speed of the built environment, he leads the team developing Design Manufacture Construct (DMC) system to deliver healthcare buildings across the United States that can be delivered like products from an engineered platform. Chris has degrees from Georgia Tech and UPenn, has authored multiple patents, and speaks nationally on the topic of building an industry without silos that can do more with less, beautifully.

As a co-founder of Blox, Laura is a driving force behind the implementation and operations of the Design Manufacture Construct (DMC) system. Under her leadership, the company has experienced remarkable growth, expanding its workforce from 15 to over 600 employees while sustaining a 65% Compounded Annual Growth Rate year-after-year. As an accomplished architect and seasoned manufacturer, Laura deconstructs operations through unconventional means, harnessing the power of design thinking to de-silo operations and manufacturing so that construction is simpler. She holds a Master's level Lean Management Certification and a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from Auburn University.

An architect and designer by trade, David is a catalyst for design thinking throughout the entire DMC process. As the Director of Design at Blox, he leads a diverse team of architects, designers, and engineers in the design of building prototypes and their conversion into manufacturable products, continuously improving Blox’s product platform. Prior to joining the team in 2007, David has degrees from Harvard University and Auburn University, where he contributes academically as a design critic and visiting studio professor.

With nearly 20 years of industry experience, Walker is responsible for overseeing the company’s multiple programs as they flow through the DMC delivery methodology. As Director of Program Management at Blox, his primary role is to collaborate with both internal and external teams to ensure the successful delivery of buildings as products. Walker is no stranger to managing high-pressure situations, having served as an ODA Operator with the US Army special forces for 8 years. He has an undergraduate degree from Washington and Lee University and a Master’s degree in Building Science from Auburn.

Emphasizing teamwork and collective success, Clete oversees all HR functions, providing valuable coaching and mentoring support at Blox. He plays a vital part in optimizing our human resources strategies for continued growth and success, with more than 15 years of HR leadership and an extensive background in labor and employment law. Clete fosters a positive and productive work environment, ensuring the well-being and development of our team. Most recently, he was the EVP of HR for Serta Simmons Bedding, the nation’s largest manufacturer of mattresses with 26 plants and over 7,000 employees.

As an experienced operations leader, Lee Hargreave drives production across all programs at Blox. He has spent more than 16 years in manufacturing operations management for companies like CRH and Amazon, including 8 years in modular construction operations management. Lee brings a diverse knowledge base to Blox, having worked in manufacturing with materials ranging from injection-molded plastics to precast concrete. He is driven by his guiding principles of hard work, honesty, transparency, and accountability. Prior to entering the world of construction manufacturing, Lee was a certified high school history teacher.

Drawing upon nearly two decades of design-build experience, Corinne leads DMC Integration. She has worked across the US for modular and prefab builders, helping bring a love for simplicity and design to the construction industry. Fueled by her love of manufacturing and passion to build a better industry, Corinne leads a team that integrates DMC Ecosystem Partners and drives processes that unleash the potential of the built environment. She has a degree in Architectural Engineering and Construction Management from Penn State, as well as an MBA from the Wharton School. 

As a highly-respected leader on our manufacturing team, Drew optimizes processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety. Through his technical expertise, he excels in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and cross-functional team management within the DMC ecosystem. Before joining Blox, Drew gained invaluable experience at Mercedes Benz and BMW Manufacturing, managing research, development, continuous improvement, and supplier relations. He attended the University of Alabama, where he not only played college football (winning national championship), but he also received a multidisciplinary education (BSME, MSME, and MBA) that fostered his comprehensive understanding of engineering and business intricacies.