Title: Owner, General Contractor, Project Manager, and Designer
Company: Accolade Kitchen & Bath
Location: Ballwin, Montana, United States
Richard T. Terry, owner, general contractor, project manager, and 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 five decades 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 St. Louis, 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 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 & Bath Association, which promotes industry standards, Experts 4 Entrepreneurs, a network supporting business growth and development, and Business Network International, which fosters business referrals and connections. In addition, he contributes to his community through advisory roles on the boards of The Adoption Exchange since 2010, aiding in adoption and family services that help find children their “Forever Families,” and working in various capacities for the organizations three fund-raising events each year.He has also served on the advisory board with 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, Wounded Warriors, and the Greater Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, he wrote “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 Herbert Business School in 1969 and is lead paint certified.
Reflecting on his path, Mr. Terry takes great pride in building strong, positive relationships with his clients. He often attends sporting events with them and even shows support by attending their children’s performances and special events. He attributes his success to always putting his clients first, often sending thoughtful gifts and handwritten notes even before any formal contract is established. He takes extra care to ensure each client’s vision is understood, reviewing layouts thoroughly to align with their true desires. Recognizing that hiring contractors can be intimidating, he provides clients with a questionnaire listing nine essential questions to ask potential contractors. These include queries such as whether contractors arrive on time, clean up daily, and accompany clients to shop for supplies. He ensures his company consistently meets each of these 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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