David Birdsall, Owner and President

David joined the family business 16 years ago as an intern, and ultimately purchased Yadon from David and Carol Rasor in 2001. He's a graduate of Eastern Washington University with a degree in Business Administration / Management Information Systems. "I love the challenge of this business" says David. "We deal with so many different people and details on every project. Supplying what the Architects and owners want in the time frame that the contractors need and teaming with manufacturers that can perform is a never ending challenge."

Eric Rieckers, AHC, CDT, Project Manager/Estimator, Specification Writer

Eric joined Yadon Construction Specialties in 1998. Eric offers customers a broad knowledge base, with a specialty in finish hardware and Total Doors. His efficiency and careful attention to detail are instrumental in Yadon's ability to meet our customers' needs. Eric works as a Project Manager on large and small commercial projects such as schools, medical buildings, hospitals, restaurants, office buildings, etc. His involvement also includes over-the-counter sales. Eric attended college in Washington State, majoring in Manufacturing Technology.

Continuing Education:

• Construction Specification Institute, completing his Construction Document Technologist Certification (CDT).
• Door & Hardware Institute, completing his Architectural Hardware Consultants Certification (AHC).

Shawn Crawford, Project Manager/Estimator

Shawn joined the company in 1997. Specializing in wood doors, he is also versatile and knowledgeable in a wide variety of areas including hollow metal doors and frames, finish hardware, toilet accessories and toilet partitions. Helpful, friendly and thorough, Shawn works hard to provide customers with what they want, when they need it.

Shawn works as a Project Manager on large and small commercial projects such as schools, medical building, restaurants, hotels, etc. Also includes over-the-counter sales.

Shawn attended college in Washington State, majoring in Business Administration.

Barbara Rhodes, Office Manager

A 29-year veteran of the construction industry, including positions as Project Manager and Administrative Assistant with Washington and Idaho general contractors. Barbara joined Yadon in 2001 as Office Manager. She's "the voice you hear" when you phone the company. Along with managing every day operations, she manages the service department, handles accounting, and overall customer service.

Barbara attended college in Washington State, majoring in Business Administration.