SDH Happenings

Aldrin joined Southern Development’s Service department in June 2023. He is a 2023 graduate of William Monroe High School, currently pursuing studies in construction management. Prior to his current academic pursuits, Aldrin gained experience by working for a custom home builder during his summer breaks. His early exposure to the construction field traces back to his grandfather, a skilled carpenter, where Aldrin’s hands-on involvement in building benches and tables sparked a lasting interest in the industry. Outside of work, Aldrin values quality time spent with family and friends. His leisure activities include snowboarding and playing basketball, providing a balance to his professional pursuits.

Sam joined Southern Development Homes in November 2022 as an Estimator.  A Charlottesville native who spent many years in various rolls in the UVA Library, Sam found his passion for building when he made the jump into estimating and project managing commercial construction projects around central Virginia in 2018.  Sam is very excited to be working for Southern Development helping to build quality homes for people in our community.  When he’s not working, Sam enjoys spending time with his wife, Aubrey, and cat, Sullivan Theodore German.  Sam’s many hobbies include music, photography, motorcycles, and building things.

David rejoined the Southern Development Homes team in May 2022 as the Chief Financial Officer. Prior to rejoining Southern Development Homes, David worked in the financial service industry as a group leader and operations manager. David received a Bachelor’s of Art degree in Economics from Denison University and an MBA from the University of Virginia’s Darden School. In his free time, David enjoys spending time on the Northern Neck of Virginia fishing and relaxing with his wife Lee, their two boys and three dogs!

Sara rejoined the team as an Online Sales Consultant in July 2021 and now serves as Southern Development’s Sales Manager. With a long-standing background in the homebuilding industry, she has held a variety of roles in sales, marketing, and management. Sara has sold and managed new home construction in both the Northern Virginia and Charlottesville markets and is passionate about Southern Development’s core values of community and customer care. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling with her husband and two daughters, going for outdoor runs, and relaxing with her pugs.

Jake Noble joined Southern Development in the spring of 2021. Prior to Southern Development, he worked for an HVAC company in Northern Virginia assisting with residential installations. Before that, Jake worked with a local a general contractor, where he assisted in remodeling, demolition and deck building around the Charlottesville area. Having grown up in town, Jake is happy to return to his roots and work for a builder that gives back to its community building quality homes. Jake is looking forward to learning our building process from the ground up and developing long term relationships with trade partners. When he’s not working in one of our great communities, you will find Jake playing guitar, attending live music events, fishing and hanging out with family and friends.

Ronnie joined Southern Development’s Service department in November 2020. His extensive service background includes maintenance for a major hotel chain and property management company, as well as 17 years as a technical engineer with the Uniroyal textile plant in Scottsville. His knowledge and experience, coupled with his excellent customer service skills and warm smile, have made him a welcome addition to the team. When he’s not problem solving for our home owners, Ronnie loves spending time with family and friends. He also loves to sing, is an accomplished percussionist, and in recent years, has turned to drawing and painting.

Zac Paterson joined the Southern Development Team in October 2020 as an Assistant Project Manager. Most recently, Zac worked with Toll Brothers in Pennsylvania. Zac is originally from Orange County, so he’s glad to be back in Central Virginia. In his spare time, you can find him fishing on the rivers in the area as well as duck hunting.

Caleb Vickers joined our Construction team in late winter of 2021.  A recent graduate of Fluvanna High School, Caleb pursued classes in carpentry and woodworking and now he has found a place for his passion.  Before joining our team as an Assistant Project Manager in Training, Caleb worked on deck building and basement remodeling. He is excited to begin his career in new residential construction with Southern Development.  When he’s not working hard on a job site, you will likely find Caleb spending time with family and friends or enjoying the outdoors hunting and fishing.

Dawn joined Southern Development as a Sales Coordinator in August of 2020.  She and her husband fell in love with Charlottesville, after traveling here from Pennsylvania, and decided to make this their home.  Dawn earned her Bachelor of Science in Physiology from Penn State and worked in pharmaceutical and media sales prior to joining Southern Development. She is looking forward to being involved in helping others build their dream home.  Dawn has a passion for travel.  She and her husband spent their honeymoon in Bora Bora, have ventured to many islands in the Caribbean, and recently journeyed to South Africa to observe the incredible wildlife there.  Dawn loves all creatures great and small, and more than anything, enjoys spending time at home with her husband Bill, their dog Gilda, and their cat Ziggy.

Frank Ballif is the Founder and President of Southern Development Homes and Southern Development Group located in Charlottesville, Virginia.  Frank is actively involved in the management of both the land development and home construction divisions.  Frank obtained a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Virginia and holds a Class A Contractor’s license and a Virginia real estate broker’s license. Frank is active with the local Blue Ridge Homebuilder’s Association. He is a two term past president and is currently a member of the Board of Directors. Frank is currently serving on the Salvation Army of Charlottesville Advisory Board and the Homes for Hope Board of Directors.  While not at work, Frank enjoys spending time on his cattle farm with his wife and daughters.