Title: Owner
Company: Summit Homes
Location: Sandy River Plantation, Maine, United States
Codie Keene, owner of Summit Homes, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Business Owners for dedication, achievements, and leadership in construction.
With over a decade of experience to his credit, Mr. Keene has established a successful career in construction, specializing in operational management and efficiency. He currently excels as the owner of Summit Homes, a position he has held since 2022, and as co-owner of The True North Lifestyle since 2019. Summit Homes focuses on high-end residential construction. In this role, his responsibilities include meeting with clients, selling projects, offering design inspiration, and overseeing operations. His background also includes roles as director of construction services at Barrett Made from 2020 to 2022, project manager at Barrett Made from 2018 to 2019, and superintendent at Landry | French Construction from 2015 to 2018. Earlier, he served as an assistant superintendent at Consigli Construction from 2014 to 2015 and Turner Construction from 2012 to 2014. He began his career as a civil engineering intern at Stantec from 2011 to 2012 and as a highway infrastructure laboratory research assistant at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 2010. Laying an educational foundation, he earned a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 2012.
In describing his company, Mr. Keene emphasizes that Summit Homes is more than just a typical home builder, standing out as a dedicated partner throughout the building process. He and his team focus on understanding what truly motivates and excites their clients about their new home, listening carefully and addressing these priorities throughout. Additionally, The True North Lifestyle celebrates and preserves traditional outdoor lifestyles, particularly hunting and fishing, by sharing the experiences of passionate outdoorsmen. The goal of the organization is to inspire a deeper connection to nature, honoring the resilience and heritage of those who embrace outdoor challenges and seek adventure away from urban conveniences.
Reflecting on his path, Mr. Keene considers acquiring a well-established company his most significant accomplishment, as it allowed him to gain essential experience in a proven business while shaping it to his vision. Purchasing an established venture instead of starting from scratch enabled him to skip initial steps, giving him ground-level influence and direct control. This strategic move was instrumental in actualizing his dream of ownership. Throughout his career, he has learned the value of keeping an open mind, stressing the importance of not judging clients, employees, or opportunities based on first impressions alone. His approach has led him to discover remarkable people and rewarding ventures he might have overlooked if he had relied solely on initial reactions. He believes that embracing uncertain opportunities has allowed him to explore paths that ultimately proved fruitful.
Mr. Keene attributes his success to his extensive experience, meticulous attention to detail, and dedication to outstanding customer service. He also points out that he brings a high level of expertise and a discerning eye, which have driven his achievements significantly. In the coming years, he plans to elevate operational efficiency to strengthen the company’s real estate development capabilities. Additionally, his commitment to exceptional customer service and quality remains central to his goal of positioning Summit Homes as the premier company in Maine.
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