SNAP ADU TEAM
We love working together to build ADUs
Learn more about the SnapADU team members who make it possible to design, permit and build your project in a snap.
Whitney Hill
Co-Founder, Head of Business Development & Innovation
Prior to starting SnapADU, Whitney spent several years as a developer of high end homes on the east coast. Whitney’s background also includes a decade of strategic and tactical experience as a management consultant at Bain & Company and as an operations manager for industrial supply distributor McMaster-Carr. She has a BA from Yale University and received her MBA from NYU Stern.
Whitney is a mom of two and lives in North County San Diego. She enjoys national park adventures, beach days, karaoke, and cheering for Kansas teams.
“I love that, as builders, we are in a unique position to share our expertise to help homeowners maximize the bang for their buck, while making it a streamlined & enjoyable process to add an ADU. We’re also working to make new homes blend seamlessly with existing neighborhoods, while helping address the housing shortage. And behind the scenes, our team is stellar… I absolutely love what I do.”
Mike Moore
Co-Founder, Expert Construction Advisor
A co-founder of Snap ADU, Mike provides strategic construction guidance for the team, ensuring project success and maintaining high standards in building practices. He has spent a lifetime in construction, starting with helping his parents renovate an 1860s Victorian and a 1920s center hall Colonial as a child. This early experience sparked his passion, leading him to work for small custom home builders during high school and college, and later for larger commercial builders before opening his own shop in 2013. Mike is a licensed CA contractor and LEED AP, with a B.S. from James Madison University.
Mike lives in North County and loves to spend time with his wife and three children doing just about anything that involves the ocean – surfing, sailing, swimming or just posting up on the sand for a beach day.
“The best part of Snap ADU is far and away the people, both inside and outside our organization. Building – especially residential building on an occupied property – is an intimate process. We get to see our clients every day while they see their ADUs come to life. And the folks who make Snap ADU such a stellar organization are just a fun, uplifting, positive group.”
Caitlin Scannell
Director of Operations
Caitlin ensures smooth operations and upholds our company standards and goals. She identifies and implements key projects and strategies. Caitlin supports the growth and development of our team members, aiming to provide the highest level of customer service and make SnapADU a great place to work. Previously, Caitlin spent ten years at Bain & Company focusing on transformational cost optimization and business process redesign. Caitlin holds a B.S. in Business Management from Babson College.
Caitlin lives with her husband and two children in Connecticut, where she loves cooking, traveling, yoga and rescuing animals.
Bob Sommers
Director of Planning & Estimation
Bob provides expert guidance to homeowners on their ADU projects, including planning considerations and cost estimation. Since 2020, Bob has developed expert knowledge by researching thousands of properties, talking to cities, staying up-to-date on regulations, and understanding what families need and want in their ADUs. He lives and breathes the benefits of ADUs and is excited to share his perspective and help homeowners.
Bob has decades of experience working in small business, construction, and sales in the San Diego area. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, three kids, friends, and his dog, Baylor.
“The culture, the team, and the client base are all stellar. I want to do this. It is not work. It’s like volunteering, but getting paid. We help people and families. One specific thing I love about Snap ADU is the fact that we never take money up front. We always perform work first, and invoice second. It always makes our clients feel comfortable.”
Ellie Lott
Client Engagement Specialist
Ellie brings valuable experience to SnapADU, having guided hundreds of homeowners across California through the ADU building process. With her strong expertise in ADU regulations and cost estimation, Ellie assists clients in optimizing their projects. In addition to managing sales communications and lead management, she also supports our marketing and business development initiatives.
Outside of work, Ellie enjoys riding horses, scuba diving with her family, going for walks, hitting the gym, cooking, and traveling whenever possible.
“I love that everything is in-house from feasibility to design/permit to construction. I believe that having a true one-stop shop provides the best service, communication, and accountability for our ADU clients.”
Luis Calderon
Head of Design
Luis oversees SnapADU’s design department to ensure our feasibility reports and construction drawings are effectively drafted for submission to the municipality. He has nearly two decades of experience in building design. Luis has previously designed single family homes and commercial facilities, focusing on engineering and design.
In his spare time, Luis enjoys golf, snowboarding, 3D printing, paintballing, riding motorcycles, visiting wineries, hiking, camping… basically anything outdoors.
“I like the design + build aspect of SnapADU, as we really benefit from having the expertise from the field come into play in our designs.”
Dana Taylor
Senior Designer
Dana provides invaluable guidance when helping our clients conceptualize and design their ADUs. A licensed architect in the state of California, she brings a wealth of experience to SnapADU, with a background in affordable housing, custom residential, and ADUs. Her expertise and dedication to creating exceptional designs make her an integral part of the team.
Dana attributes her attention to detail to the skills she gained while rock climbing, referring to it as an “awake mentality.” Along with rock climbing, Dana also enjoys skiing, fly fishing, and jewelry making. She prides herself on being a passionate listener who lives to bring out the best in others.
“I was drawn to SnapADU because I want to be a part of a small team that is invested in the homeowner’s experience from start to finish. I enjoy getting to know our clients and bringing their ADU dreams to life!”
Vernice Mendez
Designer
As part of the design team, Vernice drafts feasibility reports and handles design refinement for clients. Vernice majored in Architecture at the University of Santo Tomas and has previously worked on a design team in a commercial architectural firm. She has also designed interiors for additions and remodels.
Vernice is passionate about coffee and matcha, as well as spicy ramen. She enjoys reading books along with good music and is a proud mom of over 50 houseplants and a 10-year old Shih Tzu.
“I’ve always followed this design philosophy: user experience over aesthetics. It’s not just about building a beautiful house, but instead how can we create the feeling of it being a home and make it personal.”
Ben Gagnon
Head of Pre-Construction
Ben reviews every project during the Proposal process and in Feasibility to determine the anticipated site costs for our clients ahead of the build. Ben works closely with all of our subcontractors to refine the scope of each project and ensure that a client’s plan can be built on budget. His expertise ensures a smooth transition from planning to construction, providing clients with accurate and reliable project estimates. Prior to joining Snap ADU, Ben worked in product development for the home improvement industry. Ben earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics & Supply Chain Management from the University of California, San Diego.
In his spare time, Ben manufactures custom surfboards and enjoys woodworking, as well as going surfing and camping.
“I enjoy the construction process; seeing a project evolve from an idea to a completed home gives me a great sense of accomplishment.”
Curt Green
Project Manager
Curt Green brings 15 years of experience to the table in his role of project manager here at Snap ADU. Curt coordinates the site construction phase of ADU projects alongside the Snap production team, sub-contractors, vendors, and the homeowner. He works hard to keep things moving and gets creative to solve problems during construction. Before joining Snap, Curt worked as a Theatrical Scenery designer and builder- designing, fabricating, rigging and installing custom scenery for theatrical productions. He has an MFA in Scenic Design.
When he is not working, Curt spends his time hanging with his wife and two children outside at the beach or park, mountain biking, building things and enjoying the fine restaurant’s and breweries San Diego has to offer. And, when the conditions are right, he cuts a mean rug on the dance floor.
Matt Monaghan
Project Manager
Matt brings a wealth of project management expertise in residential construction, with a focus on custom builds. His diverse skillset includes field experience, design knowledge, and a deep understanding of important areas such as selections, invoicing, purchase orders, and plan interpretation. Prior to working in residential construction, Matt spent time as an ocean lifeguard and a teacher. Matt holds a degree from Pennsylvania State University.
Matt is passionate about staying active and enjoys lacrosse, boxing, golf, reading, and cooking—he especially enjoys anything that gets him outdoors.
“I’m thrilled to be part of a company where everyone is united in the same vision—delivering ADUs that are tailored to meet the unique needs of each homeowner.”
Danielle Boulila
Project Manager
Danielle, one of our stellar project managers, handles the coordination and implementation of the construction phase of our ADU builds. She focuses on ensuring all the finish details are complete, while working towards a certificate of occupancy. Before joining SnapADU, she worked as a technical director planning, coordinating, and implementing the construction of theatrical scenery. Danielle holds a degree in Technical Theatre and Design, as well as a Certificate in Project Management.
Born and raised in Colorado, Danielle loves all things outdoors. Since moving to the West coast, she has filled her time exploring San Diego’s beautiful parks and restaurants with her husband and dog, Freya. Her hobbies include rock climbing, surfing, hiking, biking, and camping.
David Ostrowski
Construction Superintendent
Born and raised in San Diego, David grew up surfing local breaks, traveling out to the desert, and biking everywhere. He now works as our Sitework Superintendent and uses his 14+ years of construction experience to maintain the speed and efficiency of our jobs.
In his free time, David continues to surf and explore his hometown with his wife and two young daughters.
David Pitonyak
Construction Superintendent
A philosopher by nature and a hard-worker at heart, David brings a unique blend of thoughtful deliberation and pragmatic action to his role as Construction Superintendent at SnapADU. With a hands-on approach to work, he is always ready to roll up his sleeves, ensuring that every ADU we build meets our high standards of craftsmanship and design.
While not on the job, David channels his philosophical side into pondering life’s biggest questions.
Sean Burke
Construction Superintendent
One of Sean’s primary jobs is to ensure each ADU meets and exceeds customer expectations at the end of the construction process. Proficient in multiple trades, he is able to oversee the various finishing touches that arise and works with the customer to rectify any issues or concerns they might have. Framing, door installation, appliances, he can do it all.
Sean’s hobbies are just as diverse, as he enjoys riding dirt bikes and BMX bikes, working as a mechanic, and maintaining his numerous aquariums.