Rylko Builders, Inc.
Burlingame, CA 94010
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Rylko Builders, Inc.
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Jake Floethe's Bio
A natural “people person”, Jake intuitively creates relationships and fosters strong partnerships wherever he goes. Both in his community and on the job, he is a true team-builder. As Vice President, Jake approaches each project with a high-energy outlook and a commitment to putting the client first. His collaborative spirit and enthusiasm for exceeding expectations make him a perfect fit for the Rylko team.
BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:
Jake’s signature love of team spirit was forged during his MLB career with the Tampa Bay Rays and the Chicago White Sox. During this time, he developed his passion for collaboration. Prior to his MLB experience, Jake studied at Fresno State where he was a part of the 2008 National Championship team, later graduating from Cal State Fullerton. After his baseball career he jumped into construction project management where he has spent the last 9 years building projects and developing relationships. Today, each of these career turns inform his approach to creative problem-solving.
SKILLS AND HOBBIES:
In his free time, Jake taps into his former career experience by coaching youth baseball teams. An avid volunteer, he works with a number of organizations to provide coaching and support to underprivileged youth throughout his community. He loves to travel with his wife and little girl, and jumps at the chance to play a casual round of golf whenever the situation arises.
Nate Diger's Bio
Nate prides himself on emphasizing the value of relationships first and foremost in his work. Whether with a new potential client, a longtime partner or internally with each Rylko staff member, Nate is committed to approaching each new endeavor through the other party’s eyes to ensure an exceptional result that everyone can agree on. A true team player in the Rylko family, Nate enjoys mentoring other employees and inspiring each team to exceed expectations.
BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:
Nate received a BS in Construction Management from California State University Chico. He began his career doing ground-up construction, and has honed his experience working in commercial tenant improvements for the past fifteen years. Having spent his entire career in the Bay Area, Nate is uniquely suited to Rylko’s key markets, and is excited to leverage his past success leading construction teams of various sizes.
SKILLS AND HOBBIES:
When not at work, Nate loves to travel to new destinations and work on his golf game. He can often be found enjoying downtime with friends and family, or cheering on various Bay Area sports teams throughout the year.
Sherry Rylko's Bio
Sherry is at the heart of what sets Rylko apart. In her role as Chief Operating Officer, she manages employee relations, ensuring that every team member that Rylko attracts shares her passion for excellence, commitment to superior customer service, and core values. Her responsibilities also include directing the company’s financial and accounting functions, heading market branding and positioning, and implementing new processes and operations systems, as well as introducing strategic technology initiatives.
BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:
Sherry brings over 35 years of strategic marketing, business development, finance and sales operations management experience to Rylko. Her previous roles have spanned industries from high tech to enterprise software to outsourcing, and she has worked with companies at every scale, from internet start-ups to Fortune 500 corporations. Her previous accomplishments include successfully launching technology start-ups from initial concept through launch, including setup of sales operations for international product distribution.
SKILLS AND HOBBIES:
In her downtime, Sherry loves to spend time with her husband Steve and their two standard poodles Sasha and Stella. Together, they make the annual journey to “Poodle Day” in Carmel. She loves to travel and is always adding new destinations to her bucket list. She also enjoys working out, attending wine tastings, getting creative with interior design, gardening, trying new restaurants, and entertaining friends.
Steve Rylko's Bio
Steve is proud to be the head of Rylko’s amazing community. As principal and founder, Steve is responsible for long-term strategic planning, business development, and general oversight of the firm. Steve takes pride in actively participating in client development, project planning and logistics, and preconstruction activities to ensure that Rylko is always able to provide the most cost-effective and exquisite results for our esteemed clients.
BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:
Steve leads Rylko with over 40 years of experience in the construction industry. Steve’s wealth of experience includes developing and managing teams across commercial, industrial, and institutional markets— throughout his career, he has worked on projects ranging from core and shell construction to high-end tenant improvements for corporate, high tech, and hospitality companies, always delivering an exceptional final product for each client.
SKILLS AND HOBBIES:
When he’s not working, Steve enjoys time at home with his wife and two standard poodles. Steve loves cooking and is always searching for the next great vintage of wine— whether at home, or on his travels. Golfing, fishing and exploring new places are among his favorite ways to relax.