Our History
Since 2010, MBG has established itself as a leader in commercial construction management. With a foundation in one of the nation’s top hospitality companies, we bring a developer perspective to every build. Our experience includes working with renowned brands like Marriott, Hilton, and IHG. As our company has grown, so has our portfolio, making us a trusted builder for hospitality, multifamily, senior living, and commercial construction. The MBG family of companies includes American Cabinet Factory and Collaborative Carpentry. We are headquartered in St. Louis, MO with a regional office in Indianapolis, IN.
The MBG Family of Companies
American Cabinet Factory is a production cabinet and custom millwork shop serving the Midwest. With over 25 years of experience and a legacy of personalized service, we take pride in delivering exceptional craftsmanship. Whether custom millwork for a hotel lobby, or cabinetry for your multifamily build, our team of professionals is ready to bring your vision to life.
Collaborative Carpentry is a St. Louis-based union carpentry team specializing in trim, install, metal framing, and drywall. We’re problem solvers, builders, and collaborators. From trim carpentry to commercial build-out, our highly skilled carpenters, painters, and tapers are ready to bring your vision to life.
our team
We take pride in approaching leadership as a team
Chris Shinkle
Principal
Chad Crowe
Principal
Tim Flacke
Principal
Dan Hyland
Director of Finance
Michael Dean
Project Director
Paul Hayhurst
Project Director
Katy Schmitt
Director of Marketing & Recruitment
Chuck Seale
Regional Director of Construction
Adam Cooper
Regional Director of Project Development
our core values
What does it mean to be MBG Built?
Raise the Bar
- Use Growth Mindset
- Lean in to Learn
- Speak Up
- Take Initiative
- Set High Standards
Make it Happen
- Take the Lead
- Collaborate
- Take Initiative
- Follow Through
- Take Responsibility
- Be Responsive
Show you Care
- Offer to Help
- Check on Each Other
- Listen
- Ask Why/Tell Why
- Include Others
- Ask for Help