ABOUT US
Cre8 Builders is a turnkey residential development company. From the initial project analysis to design-build to final sale, Cre8 has experience in every phase. We believe every project is unique, so the architecture and design of every home we build will reflect the character of the area, while also offering state-of-the-art amenities.
Cre8 started as a family business and we still design and build homes to a level of quality which we would want for our personal residence. This personal touch and attention to detail is reflected in every project we take on, from the lots we choose to build upon to the final coat of paint on the walls, we believe in what we build!
OUR TEAM
André Luna
Managing Partner
After working in management consulting early in his career, André chose Baylor University for his MBA. It was during his final semester at Baylor, that André founded a construction company that focused on repair and remediation of existing buildings based in Austin, TX. Still operational today, that company served as the springboard for André to found Cre8 Builders.He now focuses on land acquisition, project analysis and investor relations as Managing Partner for Cre8 Builders.
Bradford Lehman
Managing Partner
Brad Lehman is the co-founder and managing member of Cre8 Builders and works in all aspects of the business with an emphasis on underwriting, financing, and market research. He was previously an investment sales broker at Marcus & Millichap and later moved to Newmark Cornish and Carey where he focused on larger portfolios and development opportunities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Brad began acquiring property in 2013 and is an experienced principal/owner along with a proven track record in technology investments. He received his bachelor's degree in finance from Santa Clara University.
Katerina Schload
Vice President of Design and Marketing
After completing her Masters Degree in Linguistics and International Relations in Russia, Katerina accepted a position in the US as a Corporate Communications Specialist and Trilingual Interpreter for an international restaurant group. Upon moving to New York City in 2012, Katerina began working as an independent marketing consultant and brand strategist, while developing her e-commerce platform and building her own career as a TV host. Fluent in four languages and learning a fifth, Katerina brings a wealth of design and marketing knowledge to Cre8 Builders. She leads the interior design and finishes team, while also heading up Cre8’s brand development and marketing efforts.
Sonja Luna
Director of Operations
As the Director of Operations at Cre8 Builders, Sonja oversees the day-to-day operational
activities of the company with a focus on planning, process execution, and office management.
Sonja has over 6 years of construction industry experience working in the Austin market. In
addition to her experience in construction, Sonja was a Business Manager for a small
distribution company. Sonja discovered her passion for working in small businesses while
attending the University of New Mexico, and continues to bring that same passion and
enthusiasm to Cre8 Builders today.
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