Craig J. Tice

Founder

Craig grew up in White Bear Lake, MN and after earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Operations Management from the University St. Thomas, he studied Architectural Drafting & Design and Estimating at Dunwoody College of Technology. Following a three-year stint with a custom builder in Stillwater, Craig started Tice Construction Inc. in 1991 which specializes in Vacation Homes in Nothwestern Wisconsin. Craig has since acquired and grown both Tice-Hause Design Build specializing in custom homes and remodeling in the St Croix Valley area and J.G. Hause Construction, which services the entire metro area with residential and commercial/multi-unit exteriors. Tice received the Big50 Award from Remodeling Magazine in 2002. A uniquely meaningful honor based on the recognition of industry owner/peers as one of the 50 best run companies in the nation. In addition to his leadership role within his own company, Craig has become an active steward of several industry organizations including the National Remodeling Leadership Council, National Association of Home Builders, National Association of the Remodeling Industry, Northland Area Builders Association, and the Wisconsin Builders Association. Craig’s continuous pursuit of excellence has created success for all three of his companies, their staff and clients. And when he isn’t patiently building others up, he’s sailing on Lake superior with family and friends.

Julia Tice

Director Of Marketing

How do you find a marketing director you can trust? You marry her. Julia has been helping small businesses shine for more than twenty-five years. She did her degree work in marketing at Condordia University in St. Paul, where she earned Summa Cum Laude. She also has her social media master certification from Splash Media U. Julia has done a lot of great pro-bono work for her favorite causes over the years. She began her media career as an Account Manager at WLTE FM and while she was a top sales performer there, the creative process was what really lit her up, so she started Lighthouse Marketing Media which is a local company based in Stillwater with many recognizable companies in her resume of clients over the years. From strategy to brand identity to splashy social media and digital marketing campaigns Julia has marketing in her DNA and when you couple that with business ownership, you pretty much reach superhero status. She’s also a doting mom and animal saver, so sainthood is probably next.

Jeff Anderson

Sales and Production Manager

Jeff earned an Associate’s Degree in construction from NDSU (in YEAR) has both worked for and owned other construction companies before finding Tice-Hause and to date has built over 350 new homes and many more major remodeling projects. But, as one of the quietest members of our crew, you won’t hear that from him. That said, he’s the friendliest guy we know, has a great sense of humor, customers love him, and so does his family. Go figure.

John Helm

Designer & Project Manager

John is our in-house draftsman who prides himself on his attention to detail. After 35 years in the industry, it’s safe to say John has been drawing his entire adult life, and why he is a mentor to many around here. John’s wealth of knowledge with new homes and remodeling is invaluable to us. He has a keen eye for design aesthetics and traffic flow and knows how to craft projects to fit any budget, which is a true asset to our company’s value proposition. He calls himself “the wise old owl”, we call ourselves lucky to have him.

Tony Schoo

Project management & Quality Control

Tony began as a master carpenter and exterior expert for J.G. Hause in 2008, then moved into project management. His middle name is integrity and his other middle name is quality control. (Long name but he lives up to it.) Not only will he be inspecting your project in depth and daily to ensure quality and code compliance, but you’ll like having him around. He is the original people person. Crews like him, clients like him, and we feel grateful to have him.

John Randall

Production Manger

John Randall brings decades of hands-on experience and leadership to the team, along with an outgoing personality and a great sense of humor that makes him a pleasure to work with. Known for his strong work ethic and dedication, John began his construction career in 1993, learning the fundamentals of framing on garages and sheds. He went on to gain experience in the asphalt driveway industry and later expanded his skills through carpentry work that included remodeling projects, decks, additions, as well as roofing and siding.

John also spent four years as the General Manager of a hardwood flooring business before owning and operating his own flooring company for six years. Complementing his construction background, he brings 12 years of restaurant management experience, giving him exceptional people skills, organization, and leadership that benefit both clients and teammates alike.

Thor Sanders

Field Supervisor

Thor (TJ as we all know him) Sanders was raised just north of Stillwater and is a proud graduate of Stillwater High School. With deep local roots and a current home in New Richmond, TJ brings both community connection and 25 years of construction experience to the team. He spent 17 of those years owning and operating his own siding business, where he built a reputation for quality craftsmanship, reliability, and strong relationships with homeowners.

Known as a friend to all, TJ has a pleasant, approachable personality and a natural ability to put homeowners at ease. He is well organized, attentive to detail, and consistently earns trust through clear communication and follow-through. Outside of work, TJ is a dedicated father to three children, ages 11, 13, and 22. His experience, professionalism, and genuine care for people make him someone everybody truly enjoys working with.

Maddison Mitchell

Office Manager & Administration

Maddison Mitchell brings eight years of experience in the exteriors industry, serving as a construction specialist with expertise in roofing, siding, and gutters. She is especially skilled in insurance-based restoration, where she excels at simplifying complex processes and advocating for homeowners every step of the way. Versatile and highly adaptable, Maddison uniquely balances hands-on field knowledge with strong administrative, organizational, and client support skills. A natural problem-solver, Maddison thrives on creative solutions, stays steady under pressure, and communicates with honesty and clarity. Outside of work, she enjoys a quiet country lifestyle with her family, is married with a daughter, and channels her creative spirit through art, design, and all things crafty. She’s hands-on with her Harley—wrenching, customizing, and riding—and loves cooking hearty meals for anyone willing to abandon their diet for the night.