PHOENIX, AZ — Commercial construction specialist Chanen Construction, a Dick Anderson Construction (DAC) company, announces Dean Howard as Vice President of Business Development to help lead the company into a new era. In this role, Howard will help unify the building expertise of Chanen and DAC to serve owners and developers focused on Arizona’s next generation of health care, hospitality, and commercial properties.
“Combined, Chanen and DAC have nearly 120 years of building experience, and with that comes powerful relationships,” Howard said. “I’m excited at the opportunity to utilize my relationships and unique skill set to be a part of continuing to build Chanen’s multi-decade legacy as one of the premier builders in Arizona.”
Working closely with Chanen President and CEO Steve Chanen and Marty Schuma, President and CEO of DAC, Howard has already begun making significant additions to the Phoenix legacy company. In this new era of growth, the company will continue to build commercial construction jobs and work on the continued expansion of Midwestern University and the refurbishing of the Phoenix Theatre.
“We have known Dean for many years and were very excited for him to join our team. He is well respected in the Phoenix community, and we trust his ability to build upon our strong foundation and lead us into a new stage of growth,” Chanen said.
Howard brings over 25 years of experience leading business development for Alston Construction, Hill International, and Rosendin Electric. Before his work in the construction industry, Howard worked as a lobbyist in public affairs and for the City of Phoenix and the City of Goodyear in various roles, including economic development and finance.
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“Dean has established many genuine relationships in the construction industry and shares Chanen and DAC’s commitment to the clients and the communities we serve," Schuma said. "His passion and energy are re-energizing our teams as we work together to take the next step as a premier Arizona builder.”
