PREMIER Design + Build Group Announces National Leadership Promotions of Mark Melone and Ron Nelsen
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February 16, 2026 (Buffalo Grove, IL) — PREMIER Design + Build Group is proud to announce two major national leadership promotions, recognizing the long-standing dedication and lasting impact of two of the company’s most tenured and influential leaders: Mark Melone, promoted to Chief Operations Officer, and Ron Nelsen, promoted to Executive Vice President.
These promotions reflect PREMIER’s continued commitment to strengthening its leadership team as the company grows nationwide, while honoring the individuals who have helped build the foundation of its success.
Mark Melone, who will celebrate 20 years with PREMIER this June, has played a critical role in shaping the company’s operational structure and long-term stability. Over the past two decades, Mark has been instrumental in establishing PREMIER’s risk management program and building a strong and scalable operations program, one that he continues to evolve to meet the needs of a growing organization. His strategic mindset and operational leadership have helped position PREMIER for sustainable expansion while maintaining excellence in execution.
Ron Nelsen, who has been with PREMIER for 21 years, has made a lasting impact on the company’s field operations and culture. Throughout his tenure, Ron has been a driving force behind shaping PREMIER’s field team nationwide, helping build the standards, structure, and leadership that support the company’s project delivery across markets. He also developed PREMIER’s safety program, reinforcing a culture of accountability and protection that remains a cornerstone of the organization.
“These promotions represent more than title changes; they are a recognition of two individuals who have helped define who PREMIER is,” said Michael Pacini, CEO of PREMIER Design + Build Group. “Mark and Ron are pillars of this company. Their leadership, loyalty, and commitment have helped shape our operations, our people, and our culture for decades.”
As two of PREMIER’s longest-standing employees, Mark and Ron have been integral in guiding the company through significant growth, transformation, and expansion. Their influence is felt across every region, team, and jobsite.
“Mark and Ron represent the very best of PREMIER,” said Brian Paul, Co-Founder, Managing Principal of PREMIER Design + Build Group. “They have grown alongside this company, helping shape not just our operations, but our values and culture. Watching their leadership evolve over the past two decades has been incredibly rewarding. These promotions are well-earned and reflect the trust and respect they’ve built across our entire organization.”
PREMIER extends sincere appreciation to both leaders for their service and dedication to excellence. Their promotions mark not only a celebration of past contributions, but also an exciting step forward as they continue to lead PREMIER into its next chapter.
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About PREMIER Design + Build Group, LLC
PREMIER Design + Build Group is a leading national design-build construction firm with regional offices strategically located in Illinois, California, New Jersey, Ohio, Connecticut, and Florida. With a strong track record spanning more than 20 years, PREMIER specializes in providing comprehensive solutions for industrial, commercial, healthcare, residential, adaptive reuse, and cold storage construction projects. An employee-owned company, PREMIER has an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service that has earned it a reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.
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