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Don Snider began his decorative concrete journey in 1983 when he was connected with All Texas Decks (ATD) in Dallas, Texas. Don had just graduated from Vincennes University in Indiana with a degree in Construction Design & Management. He was one of ATD’s first hires and “started in the bucket,” as SUNDEKers say.

Don started as a Crew Leader, was promoted to Field Supervisor after a few years, then shortly after promoted to Production Manager, managing eight crews. ATD grew quickly, and within a few years Don moved into a Sales role. In 1988, he had the opportunity to purchase Sundek of Austin in Austin, Texas with his wife Lori.

By 2007, he was asked to work at SUNDEK’s corporate office to grow the corporate-owned contractors and expand the commercial team as the Director of Operations. In 2009, Don was promoted to VP of Operations.

Today, Don along with his two partners proudly own The Coatings Group Inc. With over 40 years with SUNDEK, he has experience in all aspects of the business. He now focuses his time working on strategic management and the development of people.

When he isn’t working, he enjoys traveling with his family, golfing, fishing, and outdoor BBQ cooking. Don likes spending time in his backyard, watching sports, playing with his dogs, and watching a good tv series with his wife.

“TEAMWORK….it’s everything!” - Don Snider

Deidre has been with SUNDEK since 2006, starting as an Administrative Assistant for the commercial contracting division, and taking on managerial roles in Operations and Sales Operations & Analytics before moving to her current position. Now, Deidre manages the Commercial Contracting Division, ensuring the team is supported to deliver efficiently through clear communication, discovering our clients “why” and providing inspiration to each person who enjoys the end result of the Sundek system. Deidre enjoys all aspects of the contracting business and the Sundek company culture, including involvement with our Sundek Convention Committee and as our award banquet MC.

She also coaches the SUNDEK Sales Team around the country, encouraging curiosity, quality, collaboration and creativity. Deidre is also one of the SUNDEK representatives with the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) sitting on the Emerging Leaders committee, the Decorative Concrete Council and is the chair of the newly founded Social Media Committee.

In her “not at Sundek” time, she enjoys painting and playing with art in her studio, she’s an avid baker & the head chef in her home kitchen filled with her favorite taste-testers consisting of the amazing and hilarious love of her life (Andrew), his two charming and entertaining boys (Charlie & Max), and the two four-legged kids Harrison (Lab mix) and Zelda (Boston Terrier mix). They enjoy road trips to explore new towns, family game sessions (board games & video games)and if it’s comedy or sports, it’s on our tv!

Rae has been a part of the SUNDEK family for over 20 years, first as a sales consultant in the residential market, then as a commercial project developer. In the SUNDEK Commercial Contracting team, she serves as a single point of contact throughout the entire process of each commercial project from the design stages through the installation.

Rae has been a key developer on the SUNDEK Commercial Contracting team, with her connections across the country with new construction & renovation contractors, brand name hospitality companies, multi-family developers, etc. She works closely with architects and designers to explore unique and creative designs that are functional, fun and long-lasting.

Her ability to assist her clients by connecting their design intent, overcoming pain points and providing education on the best SUNDEK solution for their projects, is top tier! Rae is a detailed, thorough professional with the skills, knowledge and experience to support in the design and construction of a Sundek system that will personalize the experience based on the surface everyone walks on.

Rae enjoys supporting her growing number of clients with their projects, talking with SUNDEK contractors daily, and celebrating successes at the annual SUNDEK convention. In her free time you can find her spending time at the beach with family and friends, hosting a family BBQ, or playing darts.

Jason brings a wealth of knowledge to his role as a Commercial Contracting Project Developer on the SUNDEK Commercial Contracting team. Starting out as a customer service rep, he worked his way up by mastering every detail of SUNDEK’s products and application processes.

Since 2018, he’s been with his clients every step of the way from project inception through the completion of the SUNDEK project, ensuring projects run smoothly and the right systems and applications are chosen to fit their needs. Whether it’s project development, design, or building strong relationships, his clients have the peace of mind knowing that he is there every step along the way.

Originally from Seattle, Jason's background is as diverse as his skillset. A former hod carrier and chef, he still flexes his culinary talents by grilling up company lunches. When he’s not working or cooking, you can find him out on the field competing in sports, or spending quality time with his wife and three kids. He’s also involved in his church and enjoys hunting and fishing.

Chris has broken many barriers for women in the decorative concrete industry throughout her 30+ year career. Her accomplishments include ownership of her business, Classic Concrete Care, an all-woman staff, to project development and sales, all the way to her last role at TB Penick where she won commercial projects like, The Atlanta Botanical Gardens and the San Diego International Airport! She has been a tireless advocate for women in the industry and a promoter of Decorative Concrete Standards, focusing on everything from structural form that melds together art, design, constructability, architectural integrity, and functionality (you walk on it, she stands behind it!).

Chris has been involved in the American Society of Concrete Contractors for decades, was the first female Council Director of the Decorative Concrete Council and is the first female President. She agreed to the nomination for president because it’s her opportunity to give back and to understand and investigate the inclusivity and diversity within the organization.

Despite all her hard work, Chris is a work hard play hard kind of girl and loves hanging out with her family on the river, listening to a little Zac Brown Band, with her toes in the water.

Bob began his career working with his father in their ready-mix concrete company in Maryland. Bob has been a solutions provider in the concrete industry from design and construction to traveling the world selling and educating customers on their heavy equipment needs related to the concrete industry. Bob joined the SUNDEK team in 2010 at our Sundek of Washington DC location as a commercial sales representative and soon after was promoted to be the General Manager. Bob is an instrumental part of the Sundek team through cultivating relationships and expanding the solutions Sundek offers in the commercial market. Bob has never met a stranger, and his knowledge on concrete and Sundek solutions is why architects, landscape architects, designers, contractors and the like seek out his advice. Most are not aware of the possibility of using decorative concrete coatings to overlay surrounding concrete, and Bob is a fantastic resource to have in your corner!

When Bob is not supporting others with their Sundek projects, you can find him traveling with his wife, Lori, and enjoying life.

Rocky is the senior installation project lead for the Sundek Commercial Contracting team. Rocky has been installing decorative concrete coatings since 2014 and is versed in all SUNDEK systems. Rocky always has a smile on his face, a positive attitude, and leads with kindness and integrity. He has traveled from coast to coast many times over, and has been the lead on Sundek Commercial Contracting’s largest projects in history. He is one of the hardest working and most efficient installation leads we’ve ever come across. Rocky loves to leave his mark with Sundek projects he’s had a hand installing all over the country.

Byron A. Klemaske II joined SUNDEK as a decorative concrete consultant. Byron has worked in the decorative concrete industry since he was a teenager, and owned his own decorative concrete businesses in Texas and California where he launched Klemaske Brothers Concrete. He was key in developing decorative concrete products that are still used around the world.

After five decades in the business, Byron remains passionate about the concrete industry. Always an innovator and visionary, Klemaske continues to push himself and inspire the industry to evolve in terms of sustainability, functionality, new products, new uses, new finishes and new concepts of architectural and design beauty.

Byron Klemaske prides himself in being a detail-oriented and scheduling expert. He works closely with architects, designers, and owners alike to ensure that each project receives the artistic supervision needed during each phase of the job. He also prides himself in keeping projects moving and optimizing the team’s performance.

Among his many accomplishments, Byron Klemaske was inducted into the Decorative Concrete Hall of Fame on March 12th, 2013 in Charlotte, North Carolina. In July of 2015 Concrete Décor Magazine recognized Klemaske as one of the Top 10 Influential People in the industry. In April of 2020 Klemaske decided to retire from TB Penick and Sons after spending 20 years with his team, building one of the largest decorative concrete groups in the world.

Klemaske was elected and served as President of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) - San Diego Chapter from 2002- 2003 and served as a committee member for the San Diego Chapter of AGC Specialty Contractors Committee and AGC Foundation for Success committee as well as Chairperson of the San Diego AGC Education and Training Committee. Klemaske has served as a committee member for the American Society of Concrete Contractors Decorative Concrete Council. He held an Advisory Board position for the Bomanite® International Society. And he is a voting member of the ACI 310 Decorative Concrete Committee as well as an ACI Committee member for the 308/310 Curing Decorative Concrete Joint Task Group.

Landon is fortunate enough to be a third-generation SUNDEK-er and had the honor of working at the company his grandfather founded in 1984, SUNDEK of San Antonio.

In 2015, Landon graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Engineering Science in Concrete Industry Management. Being a “Snider” was handed to him, although growing up in the business Landon earned his decorative concrete knowledge from starting out on a crew and becoming the Production Manager at SUNDEK of San Antonio before moving into a sales position in 2022. “I enjoy helping in the project journey from the inception of a customer’s idea for what their concrete surface could be and turning that into reality”.

In the later part of 2024, Landon began transitioning into a new role with the SUNDEK Commercial Contracting team in Grand Prairie, Texas. He’s eager to take on the new challenge, expand his knowledge and be a resource to those eager to learn more about what the SUNDEK Commercial Contracting team as a whole can offer.

Landon enjoys traveling, and is always up for an adventure! He’s a deep appreciation for sports, and has played quite a few sports starting at a young age, he’s a very active person. From skiing to golf, pickleball to football, Landon’s knowledge is incredible. You think he knows a thing or two about Sundek, you should ask him about his golf swing!

Matthew Casto is a seasoned professional with an extensive background in the themed entertainment industry, serving as the Principal Art Director at CASTO. With a solid academic foundation in Civil Engineering and International Business from Brown University, Matthew began his career at Boral Industries, where he developed his expertise in construction materials.

He later joined Bomanite Corporation as Director of Technical Services and eventually became the Managing Director of Bomanite Group International, where he led operations across Europe. In 2008, Matthew transitioned to consulting, bringing over 15 years of experience in hardscapes, flooring, coatings, sculpture, and mold making to the industry.

His portfolio includes iconic projects such as Shanghai Disneyland, Universal Studios Beijing, and Universal’s Epic Universe. Known for his ability to inspire and educate, Matthew is a respected public speaker, motivational educator, and industry trainer. He plays a crucial role in shaping CASTO’s creative and technical vision, ensuring that every project is executed to the highest standards.

Matthew’s professional affiliations include serving as a board member of the Decorative Concrete Council and holding memberships in ASCC, AIA, and ALSA. He is also certified as an NRMCA Field Technician and an ACI Concrete Testing Technician, underscoring his commitment to excellence in the field.

Sha’Nice plays a vital role at SUNDEK by interacting with customers to better understand and resolve any issues related to products or services. She ensures that customers have a positive and personalized experience with SUNDEK. Additionally, she assists the SUNDEK Commercial Contracting team.

She enjoys daily talks with coworkers and the activities produced by the amazing marketing team that keep everyone close.

In 2022, Sha’Nice earned an Associate of Arts degree, followed by a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in management from Strayer University in 2024.

A Dallas, TX native, Sha’Nice is the only girl among five siblings and is a proud mother to a daughter and son. In her personal time, she enjoys watching horror and thriller movies or shows with her boyfriend and making or trying fruity cocktails. She has fun cleaning any and everything as she is VERY OCD. If she’s not home, she loves bowling, going out to eat, and having fun with her family and in-laws.