Steve Schnadenberg

Seizing a life-long entrepreneurial spirit, the CEO for The MDC Group, Steve Schnadenberg, derives the most enjoyment from problem-solving for his clients. As a third-generation contractor, Steve has spent his life in the construction field. He worked his first ten years as a contractor building residential properties and the latter twenty, in the commercial arena. Steve has constructed buildings of all types from retail to institutions, including government and airport projects. To continue to sharpen his skills, both personally and professionally, and keep a pulse on the ever-changing market, Steve is a current member of Vistage. Prior to Vistage, he spent ten years as a member of Entrepreneurs’ Organization.

When Steve isn’t visiting job sites or fostering current/new business partnerships, you can find him putting to use his scuba diving certification or traveling around the world. While stateside, he enjoys spending time with his five children and especially his ten grandchildren.


Mike Grubb

With over 25 years of commercial architectural and project management experience, Mike is an expert at collaborating with clients to address the unique challenges of each project to ensure they remain on track for success. In his previous role as Vice President of Architecture at Cripe, Mike was a Partner, Vice President of Architecture, served on the Executive Committee and lead the Sales team. Whether earlier in his career as a Project Manager or later as Client Executive, Mike gained extensive knowledge in retail, multi-family developments, government, healthcare, education, recreational and mixed-use projects.

Mike is currently registered as an Architect in seven states. He holds a degree in Architectural Engineering Technology from ITT Technical Institute. Mike has 10 years’ experience in Executive Management and Business Leadership and is a Graduate of the IU Kelley School of Business Executive Leadership Program. Mike is a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED) with a specialization in Building Design and Construction.

Mike gives his time to local community and business not for profits and he is currently on the Board of Directors for the Indy Chamber and serves on the Government and Fiscal Policy Council and Monumental Awards Committee. He is a past President and the 2012 Lifetime Achievement Award winner of the Chamber Action Committee, presently the Indy Chamber Ambassadors. Mike has served on the Board of Directors of the Noblesville Boys & Girls Club since 2009 and serves as the Chair of the Internal Affairs Committee as well as the Chair of the Safety Committee. In 2011, he was presented with the Board Member of the Year Award. Mike joined the Board of Directors for the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce in 2020. He serves on the IUPUI Construction Management Industry Advisory Board.

Mike is a native of Indiana. He and his wife, Andrea, of 25 years have three children and one granddaughter and reside in Noblesville. Quality family time involves sports, traveling, camping and hiking. Mike is passionate about community service and volunteers with different programs. Mike has eighteen years of experience coaching youth sports including 12U girls club volleyball coach. He is an avid golfer that loves to entertain clients and friends on the course.


Terence Watkinson

Terence Watkinson is a networker and that’s not surprising with his background. From a small town in South Africa, his career path has been anything but linear. From Brew Master to pub manager in London to pulmonary researcher at IU Medicine, Terence has a global awareness of and affinity for people. Construction became a permanent professional endeavor over 17 years ago; his first few years in residential and the remainder in commercial. Terence holds a BS in Business and Computer Technology, Project Management Certification and HR Certification from IUPUI. He is also OSHA 10 certified.

On his off-time, Terence enjoys time with his family, cycling and scuba.


Mark Mennen

Mark Mennen assumed the role of Chief Financial Officer for The MDC Group on April 15, 2019. Mennen’s motivation for joining The MDC Group team is based on his passion for the company’s commitment to culture. As CFO, Mennen is primarily responsible for capital, financial analysis and future planning, in addition to traditional accounting areas and financial reporting (internal and external). Prior to his current role, Mark was the Controller for the Central Region for AECOM Hunt, providing financial oversight for some of the largest sports and aviation projects in the country (over $1 billion annual revenue). Previously he was the CFO of a national retail general contractor and the corporate controller of a large national home builder. Upon graduating college, Mark worked in public accounting for five years with Ernst & Young.

Mark received his bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Indiana University and holds certification as a CPA. Mark has been a very active civic leader involved in various organizations including the Indiana CPA Society, Indianapolis Junior Achievement, HOSTS youth mentoring programs, church leadership and Penrod Society. Mark’s interests include boating, traveling, reading, coaching youth sports and leading his men’s church group. Mark’s joy in life comes from spending time with his wife of 26 years, Michele and their three children.