Our Team

Steven Polli
President

Originally from Scotland, Steven moved to the United States when he was 21 to be a ski bum and started a side painting business.  He is also a former international squash player and still plays in the master’s divisions.

Tim Rachlin
Business Development Manager

Tim joined Polli in 2023 and is focused on driving growth and expanding the company’s footprint in commercial construction. He enjoys spending time with his family, skiing, and hiking with his dog.

Blaze Ryan
Marketing Manager

Since graduating with his MBA in 2023 from Vermont State University, Blaze has been immersed in all things marketing and enjoys time with his family, cooking, traveling, skiing, and rooting for the Mets.   

Jen Dawn
Project Administrator

Jen moved to Vermont in 2008 from Georgia and loves having four seasons to enjoy -even winter! She stays busy as an avid crafter and DIYer and enjoys traveling to new places with her wife and dog.

Lindsey Hopkins
Senior Office Administrator

Lindsey loves all aspects of design and graduated with a degree in Graphic Design and Media Studies. She and her husband are avid animal lovers and enjoy traveling and spending time outdoors.

Sam Gervais
Estimator

In 2013, Sam won HBRA VT Remodeler of the Year and the nationwide Top 40 Under 40 Professional Remodeler. He loves family time with his wife and two boys and spending the summer at Lake Carmi.

Kyle Horton
Estimator

Kyle is originally from Houston, TX and served in the Marine Corps. Kyle has over 30 years of construction sales experience and enjoys time with his 2 rescue dogs and helping others in his community.

Tim Avery
Estimator

Tim has 20 years of experience in construction and property management. In his free time, a good adventure in the forest is always his plan. Tim also has a special place in his heart for rescue pit bulls.

Michael Reit
Estimator

Previously a professional touring musician, Michael now focuses on carpentry and work that makes a lasting impact on people’s lives. He has two rambunctious kids and a wonderful pit bull named Gwen. He loves to play games and spend time outside whenever he can!

Jamie Orvis
Field Supervisor

Jamie served in the Marine Corps and has over 30 years of construction and building maintenance experience under his belt. He loves being a handyman because of all the challenges and variety of work that the position provides. 

Steve Fairbanks
Field Supervisor

Steve entered the trades at 17 years old and has been in the industry ever since. Outside of work, he raises his daughter and enjoys snowmobiling, four wheeling, and time with family and friends. 

Rick Yates
Field Supervisor

Rick is a lifelong Vermonter with deep roots and a large extended family in the area. He’s excited to join POLLI Construction and pursue his true passion—working in the trades and contributing to quality craftsmanship in his community.

Michaela Isham
Administrative Assistant

Michaela was born and raised in Vermont and graduated from Champlain College in 2017. Outside of work, she loves her three cats and spending time outdoors.

Dan Welch
Project Coordinator

Dan is a Marine Corps veteran with 20+ years of construction experience and a background in supporting adults with developmental disabilities in employment. Dan enjoys drumming, longboarding, and raising his son.