Our Team
“We’re trying to create every day magical moments where each of us has an impact on someone else’s life and the project moves forward and is successful because of it.”
—Allison Iantosca
“We’re trying to create every day magical moments where each of us has an impact on someone else’s life and the project moves forward and is successful because of it.”
—Allison Iantosca
A dedicated and seasoned construction Controller with over 21 years of accomplished financial leadership in the construction industry, Shannon is adept at managing diverse financial and accounting functions (from WIP management to lien releases to compliance) and the team it takes to do them. Shannon fearlessly charts her course through life with unwavering courage. Above all, she is dedicated to cultivating a haven for family happiness, her journey always a testament to the enduring strength of her loyalty.
In joining FH Perry Builder, Ryann brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in construction with a specialized focus on billing and finance. Her profound respect and understanding of the industry stem from her direct engagement with homeowners, trade partners, and general contractors, recognizing their pivotal roles in project success. Prior to entering the construction field, Ryann devoted over two decades to customer service, operations, and management roles, contributing her expertise at a leading utility company and a highly regarded special education transportation firm. Ryann possesses a deep affection for aiding and supporting others having had the privilege of working in industries where she can merge her passion with her skill set.
Jon is a seasoned veteran with a generous side of self-effacing humor. He has experience working on a wide range of projects– large scale from the ground up to “ship in the bottle” type work– and revels in new challenges with little information available. The FH Perry culture of teamwork and adaptability is Jon’s favorite part of the FHPB Family.
Liz has been at FH Perry since the Fall of 2016. She has been instrumental in expanding our FH Perry Home Division because she loves all projects, big to small. Liz understands how truly rewarding the process of building out a client’s dream can be and treasures being part of the client’s experience.
Caralyn has been an important part of FH Perry since 2013. She is highly focused and a meticulous and extremely knowledgeable member of the finance team. Caralyn enjoys working with a great group of professional and skilled people in a fast-paced environment, while being able to contribute to the fluidity, maintaining her position as the administrative hub of the company.
Xiomara is a graduate of Tufts University and North Bennet Street School. She uses her experience in management and in carpentry to support the progress of detailed work through strong partnerships with trades, architects, and clients.
Wade drives people to understand that every little contribution matters. After 28 years in the industry and many experiences as a construction supervisor, Wade enjoys working with highly skilled teams of people making sure every project is perfect.
Sonia brings over 10 years of residential construction management experience to FH Perry Builder. Her journey in the field started in 2004 learning the application of coatings in the high-end residential paint industry. Working side by side with talented trades over the early years triggered a desire to explore the carpentry industry further. Starting her career in the painting industry also helped develop her eye for fine details; an asset in recognizing the artistry that is carpentry in construction. With her type A personality, it felt organic to move towards the management of projects. Sonia now holds her Construction Supervisor License and takes great pride in running well-organized projects on time and on budget. Sonia maintains and supports communication with all stake holders and cultivates great relationships along the way while still making sure, at the end of the day, everyone is having fun.
With a deep passion for craftsmanship and hard work, Denis loves to see his clients smile. Denis preceded his time at FH Perry with 10-15 years of trade experience. He has always enjoyed working with a variety of different people along the way while also making sure everyone is happy at the end of the day.
Joe is a proud graduate of Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School with a Certificate of Proficiency in the Field of Carpentry. This diploma served Joe well in the early days of his career as he brought his carpentry skill and intellect to bear on several companies in MetroWest. Eventually Joe turned his talents towards management through lead carpenter and site supervisor roles. From there, Joe became the owner/operator of a small design build business based out of southern New Hampshire that focused on delivering high quality, sustainable renovations. Recently, Joe came back into the market seeking to bring the combination of his carpentry, management, and business chops to FH Perry Builder as a key member of the team developing and supporting the Specialty Projects Division. A very family-oriented person, Joe loves to see everyone exceed in whatever fulfills them.
Jim is an accomplished fine-home builder who brings an able approach to discerning projects. Jim’s true passion is fine-home building and has been for as long as he can remember. With his many years of experience Jim brings an irreplaceable vision to projects. Jim loves to learn about new projects and putting them together in the preconstruction phase as well as working with new clients, trades, and designers.
Derrick joins the FHPB team as a 2022 graduate of the North Bennett Street School Carpentry Program. A dedicated professional with a desire to further his career in the fields of carpentry, construction and contracting, Derrick carries a high standard for building relationships and paying attention to detail. With a rich background and training as a first responder, a restorative justice advocate, and a mediator, Derrick is dedicated to the notion that asking questions can sometimes be the one activity of greatest worth.
In 2008 Allison purchased F.H. Perry Builder from her father and has proudly carried on the tradition of success through strength—strength of character, knowledge, integrity, building well and strength of relationships. Eager to inspire success in others, Allison holds a container in which people grow and become their best selves. She is passionately involved in a range of Boston and Metro West Charities and non-profits and has been recognized for her leadership and business acumen by national publications, Boston Future Leaders, Banker and Tradesman, the Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston and others. During her tenure, F.H. Perry Builder was named one of Commonwealth Institute’s Top 100 Women-Owned Businesses for three years in a row. Allison has studied leadership at the Gestalt International Study Center earning certificates in Skills for Influential Leaders and GISC’s pinnacle Leadership in the Twenty First Century. Allison has most recently been certified as a GISC Coach.
Tom has always had an affinity and passion for construction. After earning a degree in Accounting, Tom began in the banking and commercial finance industry but decided to leave office life for the home improvement industry. Quick to learn and devoted to developing his skill set and knowledge, Tom went on to obtain his construction supervisors license and establish his own building and renovation company. After years of assisting hundreds of customers achieve their renovation visions, Tom put down the tool belt and brought his industry experience to FH Perry Builder.
Michael holds 27 years in industry and over 18 at FH Perry. As an industry expert Michael can assemble a project on paper prior to execution to make sure everything is perfect from value to design. Michael is a lifelong learner with an open mind and carries his kind heart into his job to make sure that mutual respect is maintained throughout the entirety of a job.
With over twenty years of experience as a residential construction project manager, a small construction business owner and, even, tipping into commercial project management, Kirk has seen all sides of the industry. Kirk’s passion lies in overseeing craft which includes a drive for compliance with building and safety codes at every turn. When asked what is of greatest worth in his work and his life it always comes down to maintaining the best of relationships—with clients, trades, colleagues, friends and family.
Eric has always loved to build—from Legos to forts in the woods– and his natural attention to detail was fostered through fortunate connection to skillful and knowledgeable mentors. Eric has always been driven to advance his career and become the best craftsman he can be. He loves making connections with the client, co-workers and subcontractors alike and is excited to grow alongside F.H. Perry, contributing to building the highest quality relationships and projects.
Mike has 10 years as a project manager and 25 years in the industry helping him bring everything he can to a project. Mike’s experiences also aid him in meeting not only the clients’ needs but trade partners as well. He’s driven by the joy that a finished project brings a client and the lasting effect on a client’s life.
Bill has been with FH Perry since 2012. He has invaluable experience garnered from over 40 years in residential construction. Bill loves to interact with clients, architects, and design teams alike and is fulfilled by seeing clients’ visions accomplished after months and sometimes years of hard work.
Sam has been at FH Perry since 2010. He got his start in construction working as a carpenter which contributes to his love for all the fine details that go into any project. Sam’s favorite part about his job is interacting with a wide variety of people from trades to clients and mapping out the interior workings of a project.
Holding a bachelor’s degree in communication and double minors in business administration and psychology, Berkeley brings six years of communication and marketing expertise to her role at F.H. Perry. Prior to joining the team, Berkeley played a key role at the REALTOR® Association of Central Massachusetts, initially serving as the Director of Marketing and ascending to the position of Director of Communications. Berkeley is a positive force bringing her ambitious spirit, creative flair, innovative mindset and dedication to excellence to the F. H. Perry Builder team.
John is a second-generation builder who was brought up in construction from an early age. He is a perpetual student and enjoys learning something new, both in and out of the building industry. Problem solving is a passion for him and he enjoys finding solutions to tough challenges.
Michael attended Berklee College of Music where he studied Music Business with the hopes of joining the music industry. After performing throughout the country and with many different artists and eventually earning an American Music Award, Michael also found what has become his true passion and calling: fine home construction. He took a job as a carpenter with a local builder where, over the course of 13 years, he learned the home building trade from foundation to frame to fine finish and cabinetry. Later, Michael ran their cabinet shop, designing and custom fabricating the millwork to be installed into their projects. Feeling the need to go out on his own, Michael formed a company and built projects throughout Boston and surrounding areas with a focus on historical builds. This was 7 great years of learning and teaching a trade near and dear to his heart. Michael then found the opportunity to work with one of the best groups in the area at F.H. Perry Builder. He has seen some great projects over the past 20+ years and looks forward to more challenging and interesting work in the future.