The MGM Builders Team
Mike is the Founder and General Contractor of MGM Builders. At a young age, he learned the construction trade while working alongside his grandfather, instilling in him a love and appreciation for home building. Mike joined the U.S. Coast Guard when he was 18, and was able to study electrical sciences, diving and construction while he served. Once out of the service, he worked as an electrician at the Jay paper mill until he and his wife Anne built their first home in 1987, establishing MGM Builders. 30 years later, Mike continues to be passionate about sourcing the best materials and systems for home building, keeping quality at the forefront. He manages each project to ensure the success of every home built.
Anne is our Co-Founder and Home Design Specialist. She has been designing for MGM Builders since the beginning, and has a strong sense of spatial design. Anne is also a licensed real estate broker, with a wealth of knowledge of the market. As the Home Design Specialist, Anne helps make each home unique and functional, while fitting the style of the client.
Irina is our Office Manager, running our administrative operations and also taking care of clients. Being able to guide clients through some of the most important processes of building a home, she finds it rewarding to see the final product and how happy the homeowners are once they move in. She has over 18 years of extensive experience with construction office coordination, and is always excited to learn something new.
As both an owner and the COO & Director of Construction at MGM Builders, Taylor plays a hands-on role in nearly every part of the business. He oversees the construction team, manages custom home projects from concept to completion, and works closely with clients to ensure their vision becomes reality.
Taylor has been with MGM Builders for over 15 years, beginning his career in the field as a carpenter before moving into project management and ultimately into leadership. He earned his associate’s degree in Building Construction Technology from the New England Institute of Technology and has built his career on both education and experience.
Known for his patience, positive outlook, and communication-first leadership style, Taylor helps alleviate the stress that can often come with building a custom home. Whether reviewing initial contracts, guiding clients through decisions, or overseeing the final punch list, he is committed to making the building process seamless, collaborative, and enjoyable.
Phil is our Director of Renovations , handling all aspects of remodeling projects. A skilled carpenter, he’s worked in the Maine residential construction industry since 1994. In that time, he has seen and done it all, from small home repairs to custom home builds. Phil holds an MBA from Husson University which allows him to have a unique perspective. His favorite part of the job is helping clients turn their house into the home of their dreams.
Matt is our Architectural Designer taking new home and renovation projects from rough ideas to detailed construction drawings. He joined the home building industry in 2003 and has years of experience in architectural and structural design as well as hands-on field experience running his own design-build firm constructing high-performance homes. Matt’s calling is making our client's homes as functional and comfortable as they are beautiful and well built. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maine and is a Certified Passive House Consultant by the Passive House Institute in Darmstadt, Germany, a world-leading standard of building performance.
Mark is a renovations Construction Manager. Having worked in the Maine construction industry in for over 35 years, he’s done everything from commercial construction to running his own remodeling business. Working with his hands and creating something from raw materials is one of his favorites parts of the job, but he finds finishing up a project and making his customers happy the most fulfilling. Mark has an associates degree in Building Construction.
Benny is our Construction Manager for the Renovations division, providing support for the whole renovations team. His previous work experience includes Inside Residential Sales Support and Outside Commercial Sales for a local lumber company, as well as over a decade spent on active duty in the United States Coast Guard. Outside of work, Benny serves as an Assistant Varsity Football Coach and the Head Varsity Wrestling Coach at a local high school. When he has free time, he enjoys spending it with his partner and their four children.
Danny, a new home Construction Manager, discovered his passion for carpentry at a young age. He refined his craft by obtaining an Associate's Degree in Building Construction Technology from CMCC. After working for eight years in heavy civil construction, he moved to MGM Builders. Danny has a wide range of building skills, from framing to finishing touches, and is dedicated to bringing his clients' visions to life.
Matt, our new home Construction Manager, began working in the trades during his high school and college years. After attending Maine Maritime Academy for engineering, he has spent the past few years managing a diverse array of projects, ranging from small commercial jobs to high-end custom homes. Before joining us, he worked for a real estate development company, overseeing the construction of condominium developments, apartment buildings, single-family homes, and hotel renovations.
Bri, our Designer, brings years of expertise in flooring and home design to the MGM Builders team. She has successfully completed a wide range of projects—from cozy remodels to custom new builds—she has an eye for detail and a deep understanding of what it takes to bring a vision to life. Bri expertly guides clients through the steps of the selections process, ensuring each home reflects their unique style and needs.