The 2025 CCR Men’s and Women’s honorees represent the visionaries, thinkers and leaders moving the commercial construction industry forward. From innovation and execution to mentorship and impact, these professionals are shaping what’s next—on the jobsite, in the boardroom, and across the communities they serve. Meet our Women honorees:
Casey Mitschke
Director of Preconstruction
Adolfson & Peterson Construction
Casey Mitschke never drifted far from the work. Since joining Adolfson & Peterson Construction in 2009 as a field engineer intern, she has built a career rooted in precision, presence and trust. Today, as Director of Preconstruction, she is known for a hands-on leadership style that keeps her closely connected to her team and deeply engaged in the details that shape project success.
Casey works shoulder-to-shoulder with operations teams, trade partners, architects and owners, ensuring clear communication and informed decision-making from the earliest phases of a project. She plays an active role in developing pre-construction schedules, cost models, milestone estimates and GMP packages, bringing consistency and accuracy to complex builds.
As AP expands into new market segments, Casey has been instrumental in advancing mission-critical and adaptive reuse work. Her leadership on the multifamily conversion of Dallas’ 50-story Santander Tower—transforming 14 floors of commercial office space into 291 luxury apartments—stands as a defining example of her ability to guide high-stakes projects with confidence and clarity.
Mary Lindecamp
Owner
Elegant Upholstery & Slipcovers
Mary Lindecamp has built her career on craftsmanship, care and an uncompromising attention to detail. As owner of Elegant Upholstery & Slipcovers, she is known for work that consistently exceeds client expectations and a reputation earned one project at a time.
A highly skilled seamstress with a meticulous eye, Mary approaches every job—whether hotel furniture, restaurant booths or poolside cushions—with the same standard of excellence. Her work blends durability with sophistication, delivering pieces that perform in demanding commercial environments while elevating the overall design.
Design teams value Lindecamp for her collaborative approach. She works closely with architects and interior designers to ensure each piece aligns with the broader design vision while meeting rigorous functional requirements. Using premium fabrics and materials, she tailors every solution to the specific needs of the client.
Serving both commercial and residential markets, Mary remains an invaluable partner—proving that true quality lives in the details and lasts well beyond installation.
Janine Buettner, RDI
Partner & Director of Business Development
ArcVision Inc.
Janine Buettner has built a career defined by connection, consistency and long-term impact. Approaching two decades with ArcVision in 2026, she has played a central role in the firm’s growth and evolution within the commercial design and construction industry.
During her first 12 years at ArcVision, Janine worked directly with national retail brands supporting multi-unit development programs. Her early work spanned coordinating project teams and consultants, developing design and construction documents, navigating permitting processes and providing technical support—experience that grounded her in the realities of the industry.
Today, as a Partner, Janine leads ArcVision’s Business Development and Marketing efforts, serving as a key connector between clients, partners and internal teams. She drives strategic growth by identifying emerging markets, qualifying opportunities and shaping RFP responses, while also contributing to company strategy, operational oversight and financial performance. An active industry voice, Janine represents ArcVision through professional organizations, including long-standing leadership with the Retail Design Institute, helping position the firm for its next chapter of impact.
Deb Moore
Construction Manager Real Estate and Development
Barnes & Noble
Deb Moore has built a career defined by versatility, longevity and impact. With more than 38 years in the retail construction industry, she has worked across the developer, consultant and client sides, gaining a comprehensive perspective few professionals achieve.
Deb began her career as a project manager with Phillips Van Heusen during a time when women were rare in the field. Her early work ranged from assembling fixtures to coordinating more than 200,000 square feet of ground-up outlet center development. She later expanded her experience through roles at Polo Ralph Lauren, J. Crew and JLL before joining Barnes & Noble.
Today, Deb leads projects from inception through the first year of operation, overseeing bidding, build-outs, turnovers and closeout. A committed mentor and early remote-work pioneer, she has delivered more than 600 stores across 47 states and Canada, building lasting relationships that continue to define her career.
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