Best Commercial Construction Firm in Georgia

vthompson@asacarlton.com

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470.655.1600 ext.4429

Dr. Vonetta Thompson, DrBA, PHRca

Director of Human Resources

As director of human resources for Asa Carlton, Vonetta brings an enthusiastic, can-do attitude to work every day. With more than 22 years of experience in all aspects of human resources, Vonetta is the company’s people-person. She ensures all Asa Carlton team members have their needs met and voices heard in the workplace while implementing policies and procedures to foster a safe, healthy work environment. Affectionately known as “Dr. V”, Vonetta began her HR career in 3PL (third-party logistics) and worked in manufacturing for four years before making the transition to the construction industry. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a master’s of science degree in Human Resource Management from Strayer University in Morrow, GA, as well as a doctorate in Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resource Management from Walden University. In 2023, Vonetta earned her Professional in Human Resources-California (PHRca) certification. Her accomplishment serves as a beacon for the entire team, reinforcing the company’s ethos of excellence, continuous learning, and dedication to the highest standards in human resources management.

Brannon Floyd

Principal

Brannon Asa Floyd helped launch Asa Carlton in 2003 as a commercial construction firm specializing in retail, hospitality, office, and healthcare interiors. With his and Scott’s leadership, the company has grown to become one of the most respected and award-winning contractors in the country, providing the critical path scopes of work for just about any construction initiative, including exterior framing, sheathing, interior framing, drywall, acoustical, flooring and fixture installations. Brannon has more than two decades of experience in construction and project management for both local and national clients and continues to work exclusively in commercial construction and real estate.

Brannon has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Mercer University.

– Brannon Asa Floyd

Scott Hester

Principal

Scott Hester helped launch Asa Carlton in 2003 as a commercial construction firm specializing in retail, hospitality, office, and healthcare interiors. Since then, he has built and maintained the company’s financial practices and procedures to ensure exceptional financial stability for clients, employees, vendors, and subcontractors. While he keeps a close and strategic eye on the company’s financial position for sustainable exponential growth, he continues to manage all the company’s banking relationships, as well as the insurance and bonding, and state licensing programs. With his and Brannon’s leadership, the company has grown to become one of the most respected and award-winning contractors in the country, providing the critical path scopes of work for just about any construction initiative, including exterior framing, sheathing, interior framing, drywall, acoustical, flooring, and fixture installations.

Prior to launching Asa Carlton, Scott gained extensive experience as a Project Manager and ultimately as the Director of Operations for a national industrial construction firm based out of Atlanta, GA. His particular areas of industry expertise include general industrial and commercial construction, specialty coatings, structural steel, roofing, and industrial insulation.

Scott has a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Georgia.

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dpatton@asacarlton.com

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678-554-5373

Danny Patton

Vice President | Preconstruction & Development

Danny Patton has been an asset to the real estate, design, and construction industries for over twenty years, spending nearly half of those years in the healthcare space developing, managing, renovating, and constructing over $1 Billion worth of healthcare facilities.  Since 2013, Mr. Patton has been involved with business development and project solution efforts in the southeast region of the US, leading teams to win projects with Atlanta’s leading institutions, including Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, Turner Broadcasting, Mercedez Benz, Georgia World Congress Center, and more.  Mr. Patton has received numerous awards and recognitions over the past two decades, illustrating his passion for safe and efficient construction, as well as his dedication to creating a bigger picture for the businesses he works with.

Today, Patton serves as Vice President of Preconstruction & Development at Asa Carlton Holding, Inc.

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rgraham@asacarlton.com

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770-945-2195 ext 4429

Renee Graham

Director of Human Resources

Renee Graham has more than 25 years of experience championing human resource functions for a variety of organizations and holds both PHR and SHRM-CP certifications. Renee brings valuable perspective and leadership to Asa Carlton’s business management team with particular expertise in human resource strategy, workplace planning and employment, employee advocacy and development, compensation and benefits, employee and labor relations, and legal compliance.

Renee has a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources from the University of Maryland Global Campus.

“I enjoy human resources because I get to help people grow personally and professionally on a daily basis.”

-Renee Graham

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jarrod.crisp@asacarlton.com

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770-945-2195 ext 4453

Jarrod Crisp

Controller

Jarrod Crisp is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with nearly 20 years of experience in public accounting. He joins Asa Carlton after leaving a large regional CPA firm, where he was a partner, to forge a new path in life. He brings a wealth of accounting experience, including tax compliance for corporate and individual clients, payroll and payroll tax compliance, sales tax compliance for multiple industries, retirement plan administration, and record keeping. In his previous role, Jarrod worked with numerous clients across a wide range of industries and is looking forward to focusing on the industry he has always admired and enjoyed.

Jarrod attended the University of Georgia and holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Georgia State University.

“I like problem-solving and finding solutions to complex issues. Applying those skills in a fun, friendly, fast-paced work environment makes it that much more enjoyable.”

– Jarrod Crisp

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bmartin@asacarlton.com

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770-945-2195 ext 4413

Bradley Martin

Executive Vice President

Bradley Martin is well respected for building long-lasting relationships with clients by consistently ensuring on-time, high-quality project completions. His commitment to working in close collaboration with his clients and his teams has given him nearly two decades of successful experience managing all phases of construction projects in the commercial, residential and industrial sectors, with special focus on the retail, restaurant, healthcare, banking/financial, petroleum/c-store, warehouse/distribution, and automotive subsectors.

After studying Business Administration at the University of Georgia, Bradley launched his career with a wide range of fast-paced projects, open store remodels, retail build-outs, tenant improvements, and commercial new construction projects. Bradley Martin joined the Asa Carlton team in 2016 as a Project Manager and now serves as Vice President.

“I strongly believe the key success in our business is determined by the relationships we build.”

-Bradley Martin

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gswinks@asacarlton.com

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770-945-2195 ext 4447

Greg Swinks

Vice President of Preconstruction

Greg Swinks is an expert in connecting business with construction. With more than 25 years of direct construction industry experience, Greg can craft specific solutions for each client. He began his career managing projects that serve office, industrial, healthcare, restaurant, and retail markets. Today, he excels in helping both our local and national clients find solutions for their growth and expansion needs.

Greg holds a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management from Southern Tech. His resume of work in recent years includes numerous high-end restaurants, medical, dental practices, industrial and office construction. Greg’s vision and direction have helped Asa Carlton diversify its portfolio since joining the firm.

“What I love most about this industry is the relationships. Each successful project stems from a relationship that was established by active listening and gained trust.”

– Greg Swinks

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nartman@asacarlton.com

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770-945-2195

Nathan Artman

President

Nathan Artman’s vision for growth and sustainability is fundamental to Asa Carlton, Inc., success. His experience in multiple market sectors has been pivotal to the implementation of processes that have allowed the company to extend business across the United States. Since joining Asa Carlton in 2005, Nathan has held multiple executive leadership roles and was promoted to President in 2018. Throughout his tenure, the company has seen sustainable growth in all lines of business.

Nathan has a bachelor’s degree in Construction from Georgia Southern University. He is involved in multiple trade associations and the Chairman’s Club for the Gwinnett County Chamber of Commerce.

“I am proud to see the growth of Asa Carlton as well as the growth of the members of our firm. I am grateful for the remarkable legacy that we are leaving in the communities and industries where we work.”

– Nathan Artman

ABOUT US

Relationships Come First

Since 2003, it has been Asa Carlton’s mission to ethically create and maintain long-term professional relationships with our clients. This is at the heart of every interaction. We will always provide quality commercial construction services at a fair profit and in a safe environment for our employees and the public. More than that, we believe in partnerships that place emphasis on communication, functional creativity, transparency, collaboration, and community.

We are an award-winning commercial construction firm, and we are honored to be highly respected in our industry. Our biggest reward is the repeat business and referrals we receive from our long-standing clients and associates.

We perform a plethora of commercial construction services, most often interior in nature. While our capabilities extend beyond this scope and include full-scale, turnkey construction, we are arguably best known for big-box retail, medical, office, food, beverage, and hospitality interior build-outs.

After more than two decades in business, our project list is long and varied. Our most recognizable clients include Home Depot, Love’s Travel Stops, RaceTrac, 7-Eleven, Taco Bell, Best Buy, The Family Dollar, Discount Tire, bealls, Chick-fil-a, JCPenney, QuikTrip, Kroger, Burger King, And more. Please see our Projects page for recent build-outs.

We’d love to get to know you!