Our Team

Starr Homes President Gerry Starr is deeply involved in the design process from the moment you walk in the door with your dream home idea. Gerry has two engineering degrees from the University of Missouri. His passion is the floor plan design, functionality, and overall aesthetic of the way your home will live for you and your family. During the custom design process, he will bring his guidance, expertise, and creativeness to the project.

Bob grew up near San Francisco and entered the home building industry in 1998 traveling around the country as a consultant for builders on small and large scales. His goal for Starr Homes is to refine our communication with you during the design process of your dream home. He enjoys seeing a home go from a concept on a piece of paper to reality when walking through your custom built home with you. When Bob isn't working, he enjoys spending time with his family and being outdoors.

Sarah grew up in Manhattan, KS and has bachelor's degree from Kansas State University, as well as a master's from Purdue. She has over 13 years of experience in managing a team and she has a passion for creating a supportive client experience. After growing up with a family of tradesmen, Sarah found herself in the residential construction world and now can't see herself doing anything else. She enjoys making the home building process personal and easy. Outside of the office, Sarah spends her time with family and three children.

Sean’s passion and life’s ambition have been vested in the construction industry. Whether building High-End, Resort Homes in Hawaii, Design-Build Homes, Multi-family Units, or Single Family Homes in the Midwest; Sean knows the importance of exceeding client expectations. With a positive attitude and relentless determination, he is proud to be a contributing member of the Starr Team. Through attention to detail and two-way communication, Sean and the Starr Team are committed to providing exceptional customer service well beyond the life of each project. Sean is blessed to spend time with his wife and five boys when not carrying the Starr Homes torch. He loves all things KU, coffee, sports, and watching his son play basketball for the MNU Pioneers.

An Iowa native, Lindsay is proud to call Kansas City her home. She discovered a passion early on in life for helping others reach new heights. Lindsay was an elementary school teacher for the Olathe School District for 11 years before serving 9 and a half years as a multi-franchise owner with the N2 Company, where she published private monthly publications. Today, Lindsay has the pleasure of serving as the Business Administrator of Starr Homes LLC. Outside of work, you’ll find her at her son's football & soccer games, on the water, or enjoying the local activities found around Kansas City.

James grew up in Texas, where he obtained his Civil Engineering degree from the University of Texas. In addition, he has an MBA in Finance from UMKC. James has several years of management experience in the manufacturing, telecommunications, and technology industries. He provides leadership in project estimating, companywide planning/forecasting and financial management. During his time off from work, he enjoys spending time with his family and watching his children's live performances in sports and theater.

Susan began working in accounting and purchasing in 1980. In the early 1980’s, she worked for a bearing and industrial component distributor in Houston, Texas as an accounting clerk and then a purchasing agent. From 1988 to 2011, Susan was solely responsible for all the accounting for several small businesses on beautiful Sanibel Island, Florida. Susan grew up in Prairie Village and returned to Kansas in 2012. There is no place like home! Susan came to Starr Homes in early 2013 and is responsible for overseeing all accounting functions for Starr Homes and Renovations by Starr Homes. She loves working with the other members of the Starr and Renovations teams, they are amazing people!

Karen is from the DFW, Texas area. She moved to Overland Park in July 2023 and joined the Starr Homes team in August. Karen has worked in new construction since 2007. Her experience includes cabinet design and pricing, purchasing, accounting, HR, and field audits. She managed and worked with auditors for the Texas Region making sure all aspects of the business met audit compliance. She was also part of the corporate training team for the Oracle system rollout. Outside of work, Karen enjoys spending time with her husband and their fur babies along with family and friends.

Meera hails from a family rooted in the world of finance and accounting. With the passion for numbers from the young age, she earned Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) and Master’s in Business Administration (MBA ), specializing in Finance. Beyond work, she finds joy in oil painting, baking and interior designing. She proudly calls Kansas her home for the last 10 years where she resides with her husband and kids.

Hannah was born and raised in Leavenworth and continues to call the area home. She previously worked in a mechanic shop, managing accounts payable and receiving, where she honed her attention to detail and organizational skills. Outside of work, Hannah enjoys spending time with her two children, baking up something delicious, getting lost in a good book, tending to her garden, or playing video games with her son!

Cathy was born & raised in Wisconsin. She studied Management, Management Information Systems and Spanish. She worked 35 years as a computer programmer in Boston, Dallas and finally moving to KC in 1998. She joined the Starr Homes team in 2020 and works as a bridge between Purchasing and Accounting. She brings her skillset of research, problem solving, focus on detail, and communication to the team. In her spare time, she loves traveling, reading, and spending time with her family.

Victoria is a lifelong resident of the Kansas City area and has been in the construction industry for 20 years. As the Purchasing Manager, she is responsible for acquiring and assigning bids for projects, as well as creating and maintaining purchase orders. Victoria enjoys spending time with family, volleyball, reading, and watching her kids participate in competitive sports.

David, originally from Overland Park, KS, earned both his mechanical engineering degree and MBA from the University of Arkansas. His passion for residential construction began during high school and college summer breaks while working with Starr Homes. At Starr Homes, David is responsible for estimating and IT operations. In his free time, David enjoys watching movies and TV shows, cheering for the Chiefs, playing golf, and spending time with friends and family.

Thomas started working in the construction industry at a young age and has been in the residential and commercial building industry for over 10 years. He earned his mechanical engineering degree from John Brown University. He has always had a passion for residential construction and loves being involved in the building process. In his free time, Thomas enjoys time with his family in the outdoors, cooking, and playing competitive sports.

Angela grew up in Olathe, Kansas, and received her Bachelors of Fine Arts in Interior Design from the University of Kansas in 2009. She has since paved her way in the new home building industry. Angela enjoys working with new homeowners throughout all stages of construction, but particularly during the design and selection process. Her love in helping homeowners discover ways to customize their home by introducing new and unique finishes and design elements has added to the experience in Starr Homes building process. Along with overseeing the selections, she also assists the project managers by pricing custom options and creating change orders for homeowners. In Angela's spare time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, cooking, decorating, and traveling.

Lily graduated from The University of Kansas with a degree in Interior Architecture in May of 2024 and is now the Architectural Designer for Nova Design Group in partnership with Starr Homes. With a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for how interior spaces come together, Lily enjoys working with clients to create innovative design solutions and brings a diverse skill set to the team and contributing to various aspects of our projects. Outside of her professional work, Lily enjoys live music, cheering on the Chiefs, and spending time at the lake with her family.

Destiny is a lifelong resident of the Kansas City area. She originally started in the construction industry in the design field and wanted to learn more about the full circle of residential construction. As a Project Coordinator she is responsible for working closely with clients and designers to acquire quotes and process change orders. She assists the Project Managers with anything needed to keep the project moving forward. In Destiny’s free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 daughters, reading and coaching youth sports.

Bella earned her Bachelor's degree in marketing, minor in strategic communications, and a certificate in strategic sales from Kansas State University in 2024. She discovered her passion for marketing & sales in the home industry during her first year of college studying interior design, realizing that her true calling was not in designing homes, but in showcasing them. She finds great inspiration in the opportunity to share Starr’s remarkable work to a broader audience. Outside of her career, Bella loves spending time with her family, hiking with her Labrador, and enjoying live jazz performances around Kansas City.

David has over 25 years of experience in the construction industry and appreciates being able to do what he loves. His passion is home building and seeing your dreams come true upon the completion of your new custom built home. David is very organized and willing to answer any questions you may have throughout the construction process. When David isn't working, he enjoys spending time with family and watching his children play sports.

Steve grew up in Independence, Missouri, and has 11 years of manufacturing experience, as well as several years of management and property management experience. He enjoys being able to communicate with clients and help make their dream homes a reality. In his spare time, Steve enjoys traveling, working on his car, and riding horses with his wife.

Curt was raised on a dairy farm in Wisconsin. In 1981, he graduated from Northeast Wisconsin Technical Institute in a program focused on home building and cabinet making. After moving to Georgia the next year, he spent 30 years as the owner and operator of a commercial cabinet company in Georgia. Curt and his family moved to Kansas in 2015. Curt also brings a unique perspective to our company, as Starr Homes built his own home in 2016!

Andy was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri, and has over 25 years of commercial and residential construction experience. Andy is very organized and believes the Starr Homes team is the best in the industry. When Andy is not working, he enjoys attending family and sporting events with his wife and five kids.

TJ has been in construction for over 20 years. Coming from a family that's done all phases of construction, he likes to be hands-on and see things through to the end. In his personal time, he enjoys playing music, outdoor activities and spending time with family and friends.

Allen grew up in the Central Coast of California and has over 20 years experience building custom homes. He started out as a framer when he was 17 years old and fell in love with residential construction. His super power is communication and he will always answer his phone or respond to a text or email in a timely manner. In Allen’s down time he enjoys spending time with his wife and son, boating on the lake, snowboarding, or traveling the world.

Bob Amsden has successfully managed a diverse range of residential projects, from contemporary urban dwellings to classic suburban homes. His portfolio showcases a commitment to delivering high-quality craftsmanship and innovative design solutions. You can trust Bob to bring the same level of expertise and passion to your project, no matter the size or complexity. In his free time, he enjoys taking his young son on adventures and exploring new cities with his wife.

Kyle grew up in southwest Missouri and has a bachelor's degree in Technical Management from American Military University. He earned this while serving in the US Army, where he spent over nine years on active duty as a Cavalry Scout. Kyle has experience in both high-volume residential construction and custom home building. In his free time, Kyle loves playing guitar and spending time with his wife and kids.

Jacob has a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management from the University of Central Missouri. He has always had a passion for residential construction and loves being involved in the building process. In Jacob's spare time, he likes to spend time with his kids, playing competitive sports, and being outside.

Kader has a bachelor's degree in Construction Management from Missouri State University. He also serves in the Missouri Army National Guard as a Captain in the Engineering branch. He is a jack of all trades and has over 10 years of experience in the residential construction industry. In Kader’s free time he enjoys running his farm and riding horses with his wife and two daughters.

Travis has lived in the Kansas City area all of his life and has a rich background with 10 years of experience in construction management and 15 years in manufacturing supervision. He thrives on being involved in every stage of a project, from the ground up, ensuring that each home meets the highest standards of quality. In his personal time, Travis enjoys working on projects in his wood shop, attending live concerts and sporting events, and collecting vinyl records/all things from the 80s.

Jon has 20 years of experience in the construction industry, including commercial sheet metal, concrete, custom designs, framing, new home builds, and remodeling. His goal is to work with each client to ensure they are proud of their new home and he strives for quality and customer satisfaction. In his spare time Jon enjoys spending time with his two boys at the farm riding dirt bikes and going to their sporting events.

Jonathan was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. He has always loved trying new things and learning anything he can. He went to school for Fire and EMT, but decided we wanted to pursue something else. Now Jonathan loves working in the Warranty department of Starr Homes. He gets to see new things every day and learning how to think outside the box. Work is his morning passion but when he's off he loves the outdoors doing anything and everything he can get his hands on or his vehicle too.

Raised in Manhattan, Kansas, Anna went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in Management from Manhattan Christian College. She later moved to Kansas City, bringing with her 20 years of management experience before transitioning into the construction industry. Outside of work, Anna enjoys spending quality time with her family and listening to her favorite podcasts!