Ivory Potti
Originally from the small town of Madison, Ohio, located along Lake Erie about an hour east of Cleveland, Ivory enjoys a mix of seasonal hobbies. Winter is spent snowboarding, while summer involves hiking, visiting the marina, and enjoying the outdoors. Year-round, reading, baking, and exploring new crafts remain favorite activities. Described as organized, thorough, and curious in the workplace, she carries a spirit of resilience, having undergone a five-vertebrae spinal fusion from T6-T10. On her bucket list is a dream to travel through Finland.
Jess Short
Jess is originally from Delaware and brings a passion for both creativity and process improvement to every project. Outside of work, Jess enjoys a variety of activities, including travel, reading, pottery, skiing, hiking, and rock climbing. Known for being passionate, collaborative, and warm, Jess thrives in team environments and is excited to join The Pinnacle Companies, where she can integrate her love for design with her commitment to process improvement. A fun fact about Jess is that she played the saxophone in a jazz band for eight years. One of her top bucket list goals is to visit every U.S. National Park, with Torres Del Paine National Park at the top of her list. Jess is inspired by the quote, “Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.” – Benjamin Franklin.
Danielle Sample
Originally hailing from Southeast Michigan, Danielle is an adventure-seeker who thrives in all seasons. When winter arrives, you’ll find Danielle shredding the slopes on her snowboard. Come summer, she is either ripping through trails on her dirt bike or soaking up the sun by the water. Danielle’s free time is all about enjoying life with her adventure dog, Josie, whether it’s exploring the mountains, having game nights, or sharing good food with family and friends. A fun fact: Danielle’s first pet was a pygmy goat named Billy, who even made a guest appearance in her 1st-grade class! One of her top bucket list goals is to hike and snowboard the Dolomites.
Hayden Nollenberger
Hayden hails from Minneapolis, Minnesota. His passion for skiing tops his list of hobbies, but he also enjoys running, reading, hiking, playing the saxophone, and watching sports in his spare time. Hayden describes himself as dependable, precise, and open-minded. One of his bucket list goals is to hike the Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim.
Matthew Filardo
Matthew hails from Rhode Island and studied in Massachusetts, later working and living in Boston. He loves outdoor recreational activities, skiing year-round, hiking, and camping in summer. Growing up in the Ocean State, he enjoys surfing, swimming, and beach activities but is transitioning to biking. A fun fact about him is his talent for organizing charcuterie boards. One of his bucket list goals is to ski the steeps of Chamonix and enjoy fine wine and cheese at après-ski.
Chase Nelson
Chase, originally from a rural township outside of Wausau, Wisconsin, has lived all over the US. He enjoys cooking, reading, golfing, and family adventures in his spare time. Known for being adaptable, open-minded, and genuine at work, Chase brings a positive and flexible approach to his role. A fun fact about him is that he has visited 49 US states, with Alaska still on his list. One of his bucket list goals is to visit a certain number of countries by the age of 50 with his wife.
Mike Daly
Mike hails from Wellington, New Zealand. In his free time, he enjoys skiing, mountain biking, hunting, and spending time with friends and family. Described as fun, intense, and dedicated in the workplace, Mike brings a unique blend of enthusiasm and commitment to his role. A fun fact about him is that he once experienced a volcanic eruption while working at a ski area in New Zealand—fortunately, everyone was safe! On his bucket list is hunting Red Stag back in New Zealand.
Jorge Vasquez
Jorge is originally from Lima, Peru. His hobbies include playing tennis and swimming, especially in cold water. In his spare time, he enjoys exploring new places, cultures, and food. Described as loyal, diligent, and growth-oriented at work, Jorge has a passion for learning about different cultures and languages, aiming to improve his French and German, and learn two more languages. One item on his bucket list is to visit at least 30 countries. Jorge is excited to join The Pinnacle Companies to showcase the beauty of Summit County.
Brianna Heiss
Originally from Missouri, Brianna blends her quiet, dependable, and calm demeanor into every aspect of her life. A true adventurer at heart, she enjoys snowboarding in winter and kayaking or hiking during summer. Her spare time often finds her engrossed in video games or journaling, and she has a creative side, showcased in her pottery skills.