Meet Our Team
The team at H.A. Dorsten has decades of award-winning experience.
Ron Dorsten
CEO
Sean Dorsten
President
Steve Elsass
Project Manager & Estimator
Matt Bertke
Project Manager & Estimator
Joe Carte
Project Manager & Estimator
Eric Nelson
Project Manager & Estimator
Terry Bernholt
CAD Drafter / UAS Pilot
Ben Wehrman
Safety Director
Sandy Dorsten
Director of Human Resources
Jan McGowan
Office Manager
Deb Homan
Administrative Assistant
Kris Ahrns
Administrative Assistant
Gary Niekamp
General Superintendent
Jim Stammen
Superintendent
Ken Bertke
Superintendent
Kevin Huber
Superintendent
Jerry “Bear” Schlarman
Superintendent
Jason Deitsch
Superintendent
Brian Stammen
Superintendent
Chris McGowan
Superintendent
Ryan Hoying
Superintendent
Ron Dorsten
CEO
Ron received his B.A. from The Ohio State University in 1967 and joined his father in the family business shortly thereafter. With over 53 years of experience in the construction industry, Ron has been instrumental in driving H.A. Dorsten forward. In his free time, Ron enjoys a good game of golf.
rdorsten@hadorsteninc.com
Sean Dorsten
President
Sean is a graduate of Heidelberg University, where he completed his B.S. in 1990. He has over 36 years of experience in the construction industry and enjoys coaching junior high football, spending time with his family at the lake, traveling, reading, and sports.
sdorsten@hadorsteninc.com
Steve Elsass
Project Manager & Estimator
Steve completed his B.S. in Construction Management at the University of Cincinnati. He has over 34 years of experience in the construction industry and has received training in Lead Hazard Awareness. Outside of work, Steve enjoys family activities (mostly spoiling his grandson), playing guitar, being Chairman of the Worship Team at his church, reading, gardening, and following the Cincinnati Reds and Ohio State football and basketball.
selsass@hadorsteninc.com
Matt Bertke
Project Manager & Estimator
Matt is a graduate of Ohio Northern University, where he completed his B.S. in Engineering Technology and Construction Management. Matt is efficient in MBMA Energy Code, has attended Chief Builder School, and has over 19 years of experience in the construction industry. In his time away from work, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife, Julie, and their 6 children, participating in events around the Ft. Loramie community and playing weekly league volleyball.
mbertke@hadorsteninc.com
Joe Carte
Project Manager & Estimator
Shortly after high school, Joe enlisted in the military and spent 5 years on active duty in the U.S. Navy Seabees. The U.S. Navy Seabees provide wartime and humanitarian construction around the world. Joe received an honorable discharge in 2011 after deploying to both Afghanistan support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Japan for humanitarian assistance. He began working in the field as a carpenter while attending college in the evenings. Joe completed his B.S. in Construction Engineering Technology from The University of Southern Mississippi and his A.A. in Construction Management from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. He is OSHA 30-Hour Certified, attended Chief Builder School, and has over 15 years of experience in the construction industry. In his off time, Joe enjoys woodworking, learning new skills, and spending time with his wife, Angela, and their 6 children.
jcarte@hadorsteninc.com
Eric Nelson
Project Manager & Estimator
Eric is a graduate of Wright State University, where he received his B.S. in Business Management. In addition, Eric has attended Chief Builder School and has over 16 years of experience in the construction industry. Eric enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time with his wife and kids, and coaching baseball in his spare time.
enelson@hadorsteninc.com
Terry Bernholt
CAD Drafter / UAS Pilot
With over eighteen years of experience in computer-aided drafting and design, Terry is proficient with the Autodesk platform, Sketchup, and various other Photo & Vector graphic software. He acquired nine of those years of knowledge working in the construction industry.
Terry holds a B.Th, from Covington Seminary, he has his Part 107 Remote Pilot license, and he has earned his CompTIA CSIS stackable certification, comprised of the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications.
He holds his faith and family as the highest priority and enjoys technology, reading, learning, and spending time outdoors.
tbernholt@hadorsteninc.com
Ben Wehrman
Safety Director
As safety director, Ben is responsible for ensuring all personnel are adequately trained to perform the task at hand safely. Ben has over 44 years of experience in the construction industry, with 19 of those years in safety. He has received certification in OSHA 500, allowing him to teach 10-Hour and 30-Hour OSHA classes. Ben is also a certified aerial work platform (AWP) instructor and forklift instructor. In his off time, Ben enjoys traveling and having as much fun with his grandkids as possible.
bwehrman@hadorsteninc.com
Sandy Dorsten
Director of Human Resources
A graduate of the University of Dayton with a B.S. in Marketing, Sandy has over 26 years of experience in her current field. Sandy enjoys spending time with her family and friends in her off time, staying active outdoors, and being an active member of the community.
sandydorsten@hadorsteninc.com
Jan McGowan
Office Manager
Jan has dedicated over 49 years of her life to keeping the front office of H.A. Dorsten running like a finely tuned machine. In her spare time, Jan enjoys training and showing dogs, quilting, sewing, gardening, music in the forms of singing and playing the French horn, and enjoying the outdoors.
jmcgowan@hadorsteninc.com
Deb Homan
Administrative Assistant
Deb has been performing duties in the front office of H.A. Dorsten for over 23 years. Deb enjoys spending time with their 3 children in her time away from work, getting together with family, traveling, biking, traveling, reading, traveling, baking, canoeing, traveling…you get the point.
dhoman@hadorsteninc.com
Kris Ahrns
Administrative Assistant
Kris has been performing duties in the front office of H.A. Dorsten for over 21 years. Kris enjoys spending her off time with family, crafting, reading, volunteering, and shopping.
kahrns@hadorsteninc.com
Gary Niekamp
General Superintendent
As general superintendent, Gary is responsible for the coordination and oversight of all other superintendents. Gary has over 46 years of experience in the construction industry, with 8 of those years as general superintendent. In addition, he has completed Chief Builder School and has his CDL and OSHA-30 Hour certification. Gary enjoys boating, water skiing, hiking, and bike riding in his spare time.
gniekamp@hadorsteninc.com
Jim Stammen
Superintendent
Jim has over 47 years of experience in the construction industry. He has completed Chief Builder School and is OSHA-30 Hour certified. In his free time, Jim enjoys playing cards, traveling, and visiting with friends.
jstammen@hadorsteninc.com
Ken Bertke
Superintendent
Ken has over 44 years of experience in the construction industry. Ken has completed Chief Builder School and is OSHA-30 Hour certified. In his free time, Ken enjoys watching high school sports and spending time with his grandkids.
kbertke@hadorsteninc.com
Kevin Huber
Superintendent
Kevin brings with him over 35 years of experience in the construction industry. Kevin has completed Chief Builder School and is OSHA-30 Hour certified. When not busy with work, Kevin enjoys watching Ohio State football.
khuber@hadorsteninc.com
Jerry “Bear” Schlarman
Superintendent
Bear has over 33 years of experience in the construction industry. Bear has completed Chief Builder School and is OSHA-30 Hour certified. In his off time, he enjoys beekeeping, hunting, and restoring old John Deere tractors.
bschlarman@hadorsteninc.com
Jason Deitsch
Superintendent
Jason has over 24 years of experience in the construction industry. He has completed Chief Builder School and is OSHA-30 Hour certified. Jason enjoys camping, fishing, and racing in his spare time.
jdeitsch@hadorsteninc.com
Brian Stammen
Superintendent
Brian joined our H.A. Dorsten team straight out of high school and now has over 23 years of experience in the construction industry. Brian has completed Chief Builder School and is OSHA-30 Hour certified. While away from work, Brian enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and boating.
bstammen@hadorsteninc.com
Chris McGowan
Superintendent
Chris has over 18 years of experience in the construction industry. He has completed Chief Builder School and is OSHA-30 Hour certified. In his free time, Chris enjoys fishing, pontoon boating, running with his dog, and hanging out with family and friends.
cmcgowan@hadorsteninc.com
Ryan Hoying
Superintendent
Ryan came to us as a former project manager looking to spend more time in the field and less time in an office. Ryan has over 5 years of experience in the construction industry, with 4 of those years as a project manager. He completed his bachelor's degree in Construction Management from the University of Cincinnati. He is OSHA-10 Hour certified and has complete ABC Crew Leadership Training. Ryan enjoys spending time with his wife, Andrea, and hanging out with friends and family.
rhoying@hadorsteninc.com
Awards and Recognition
H.A. Dorsten is proud to have received significant recognition from many different trade associations and industry professionals.
We believe that success is driven by the commitment of our workforce.
YEAR
PROJECT/DESCRIPTION
AWARD TITLE
AWARDING AUTHORITY
2019
Sales Exceeding $250,000
Volume Builder
CHIEF Buildings
2019
H.A. Dorsten, Inc. – Company Award
Community & Business Pride Award
Southwestern Auglaize County Chamber of Commerce
2019
Arcanum-Butler Multi-Purpose Building
Educational Winner
CHIEF Buildings
2019
Gongoozlers Brewery – New Bremen, OH
Brewery Honorable Mention
CHIEF Buildings
2018
Minster Capital Training Center Barn – Auglaize County
Award of Excellence
Ohio Valley Associated Builders & Contractors
2018
Sales Exceeding $250,000
Volume Builder
CHIEF Buildings
2017
Komminsk Legacy Park – New Bremen, OH
Award of Excellence
Ohio Valley Associated Builders & Contractors
2016
Sales Exceeding $1,000,000
Volume Builder
CHIEF Buildings
2015
Crown Opera House – New Bremen, OH
Award of Excellence
Ohio Valley Associated Builders & Contractors
2015
Sales Exceeding $250,000
Volume Builder
CHIEF Buildings
2015
Cedarville University – Cedarville, OH
Educational Honorable Mention
CHIEF Buildings
2014
Sales Exceeding $500,000
Volume Builder
CHIEF Buildings
2014
Private Barn – St. Marys, OH
Components Winner
CHIEF Buildings
2013
Napa Auto – New Bremen, OH
Retail Honorable Mention
CHIEF Buildings
2012
Otterbein St. Marys – St. Marys, OH
Award of Merit
Ohio Valley Associated Builders & Contractors
2012
Hoosier Pride Egg Farm – Bryant, IN
Award of Excellence
Ohio Valley Associated Builders & Contractors
2012
Hoosier Pride Egg Farm – Bryant, IN
Building of the Year
CHIEF Buildings
2012
PCS Nitrogen – Lima, OH
Award of Excellence
Ohio Valley Associated Builders & Contractors
2012
PCS Nitrogen – Lima, OH
Members Building Together
Ohio Valley Associated Builders & Contractors
2011
Various Metal Building Projects
Top Volume Builder
CHIEF Buildings
2010
St. Lawrence O’Toole Gardens – Ironton, OH
Award of Excellence
Ohio Valley Associated Builders & Contractors
2010
St. Lawrence O’Toole Gardens – Ironton, OH
Members Building Together
Ohio Valley Associated Builders & Contractors
2010
New Bremen Athletic Facility – New Bremen, OH
Educational Winner
CHIEF Buildings
2010
PCS Nitrogen – Blue Building & Dewatering; Pad – Lima, OH
Manufacturing-Industrial Honorable Mention
CHIEF Buildings