Crowder Constructors, Inc.

Karl Francis joined Crowder in 1985 as Chief Accountant after working in public accounting. Prior to being named CFO in 2020, he held several positions at Crowder gaining extensive financial and operational experience by working closely with its operational groups. As Corporate Secretary, he is also heavily involved in the corporate governance function.

Karl is a graduate of Western Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. He is a Certified Public Accountant and a member of the AICPA and NCACPA. He enjoys family time as well as playing ice hockey and squash.

Lynn Hansen became Chief Executive Officer of Crowder Constructors Inc. in June 2019, previously serving as the President and Chief Financial Officer of Crowder. Lynn began her career with Crowder, as the Vice President of Finance and Administration in 1999. Lynn has also been actively involved in operations by serving as the Division Manager of Crowder Heavy Civil along with her role as CFO. Lynn has a wealth of knowledge in strategic planning, risk management and finance. Her leadership has been integral to the growth and success of Crowder over the last two decades.

Lynn is a graduate of the University of North Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. She is a Certified Public Accountant and is active and holds leadership positions in several professional and civic organizations including the Carolinas AGC, American Heart Association, the McLeod Center, and her church.

Claudia Dodgen is the Vice President of Employee Services and People Development and  has been with Crowder since June 2000. Her oversight ranges from HR and Benefits to Crowder YOUniversity, an integrated learning and coaching track for all Crowder employees. Claudia uses her expertise focusing on Crowder’s Leader Development. Prior to joining Crowder, Claudia worked with Provant, a performance management consulting organization, and was a Co-Owner and Principal with LeadFirst & Associates, Inc, a leadership development, and change management firm.

Claudia is a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and has been actively involved in advocating issues ranging from healthcare reform to employment law legislation to immigration. In 2012, she was awarded with the CAGC award for Outstanding Committee Chair as well as the Presidential Babcock Award for HR Excellence from the Charlotte-based Employers Association. Claudia has had leadership roles in several industry and community organizations. She currently serves as a Trustee for the Carolinas AGC Foundation, as a founding Board member of the NC Business Group on Health, and past Chair of The Learning Collaborative.

Joseph Daniel Barbee (Jody) joined Crowder in October of 2000 after working several years in the insurance industry. Jody began his career at Crowder in the Safety and Risk Management group before being named VP Risk Management in 2012.

Jody has a wealth of experience in occupational safety, litigation management, labor relations and environmental compliance. He and his team have led the effort to transform Crowder’s safety culture to a nationally award-winning program.

Jody is a graduate of Western Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. He also holds professional designations of Associate in Risk Management and Professional in Human Resources. He spends his free time coaching Little League baseball, playing golf and spending time outdoors.