Title: Owner, General Contractor, Project Manager, and Kitchen, Bathroom and Closet Designer
Company: Accolade Kitchen & Bath
Location: Ballwin, Missouri, United States
Richard T. Terry, owner, general contractor, project manager, and kitchen, bathroom and closet designer at Accolade Kitchen & Bath, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Business Owners for dedication, achievements, and leadership in construction and remodeling.
With more than 40 years of experience to his credit, Mr. Terry has established a successful career in kitchen and bath remodeling. He currently excels as owner, general contractor, project manager, and kitchen, bathroom, and closet designer with Accolade Kitchen & Bath, a position he has held since 2006. Accolade Kitchen & Bath specializes in custom kitchen and bathroom remodeling services in Ballwin, Missouri, offering a personalized renovation experience that includes a concierge shopping service and daily on-site project management to ensure quality and client satisfaction. His previous experience includes working as a residential real estate sales associate with Dielmann Sotheby’s from 2009 to 2010 and as president of R.T. Enterprises from 1974 to 2002.
Mr. Terry is also a member of several organizations, including the National Kitchen and Bath Association, which promotes industry standards, Experts 4 Entrepreneurs, a network supporting business growth and development, Business Network International, which fosters business referrals and connections, and the Greater Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. In addition, he contributes to his community through the advisory boards of The Adoption Exchange since 2010, aiding in adoption and family services that help find children their “Forever Families,” and the 1904 World’s Fair Charitable Foundation since 2007, where they supply all the flowers for Forest Park annually, and distribute funds to various charitable organizations. Additionally, he donates to the American Red Cross and Wounded Warriors.
Additionally, Mr. Terry published “How to Find the Right Contractor: Nine Questions You Must Ask,” which offers guidance to homeowners through his personal experience. Laying a solid educational foundation, he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Miami in 1969 and is lead paint certified.
Reflecting on his path, Mr. Terry attributes his success to leading by example and his proactive approach to problem-solving. Inspiring others with his growth mindset, he takes extra care to ensure each client’s vision is understood, reviewing layouts thoroughly to align with their true desires. He ensures his company consistently meets their standards and is committed to making the remodeling process as comfortable and reassuring as possible.
In the coming years, Mr. Terry aims to complete his current projects and transition toward charitable work, focusing on positively impacting the lives of others. He seeks to redefine his purpose by engaging in meaningful activities that leverage his expertise, ensuring he stays motivated and active throughout retirement. Dedicated to his well-being and committed to supporting others, he plans to remain actively involved in helping those in need.
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