AW Homes’ Core Management Team
Andy White
President & General Contractor
Starting his career as a partner-manager with Golden Corral restaurants in Newton, Iowa, Andy realized that the demands of the restaurant industry were interfering with his responsibilities and enjoyment of parenthood and family. He soon returned to his hometown of Southern Pines to pursue a career as a home builder. Andy recognizes the importance of trust, reliability and quality hard work in all aspects of his life and translates this commitment to every client and every project. Andy defines himself as a “people person” and enjoys working with employees, sub-contractors and clients alike to ensure satisfaction. Andy is an avid fisherman, hunter and conservationist. “Home” is more important than anything Andy does and AW Homes could not have a better leader.
Alan White
Vice President & General Contractor
Alan, Andy and Kathleen’s son, grew up living and breathing all aspects of home construction. Often spending summers on the job site, he developed a passion for woodworking and home building. In 2009 Alan graduated from NC State University with a BS in Wood Products and a minor in Business Management. Upon graduation he went into the wood manufacturing industry leading production efforts and managing production quality for companies such as Arauco USA and Weyerhaeuser. After the birth of his daughter, Haley, Alan decided to move back to Moore County to raise his family and help grow the family business. Having worked in large manufacturing facilities, Alan brings rigorous process efficiency coupled with high standards of quality and safety.
Kathleen White
Financial Manager & Designer
Kathleen is especially keen and attracted to the creativity of the home building industry. She is responsible for all finances and is intimately involved in the design process. A CPA by trade and passionate about the home construction business, Kathleen brings the perfect balance of budget discipline, home design and financial management to every job. Kathleen graduated from NC State University with a BA in Accounting, and from there she went on to attend Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, where she received her MBA. Kathleen, a mother of four, understands the value placed on “home” in family life and brings those shared values to every customer relationship.
Paula McKenzie
Office Manager
Paula joined AW Homes in 2001 after taking a break from the workforce to raise her three children. She has a degree in Applied Science and Computer Programming and a passion for accounting and bookkeeping. Paula is an integral part of the company handling the day-to-day management of the business, including financial matters and ensuring our sub-contractors and employees have what they need to complete their work in a quality manner. She enjoys working with suppliers and sub-contractors to help keep projects on-time and moving forward. Outside of the office, Paula enjoys spending time with her husband, Steve, and her three children.
Mary Katherine White
Designer & Marketing Manager
Mary Katherine, a visionary in residential design and digital strategy, joined the team in 2023. Her sharp eye for aesthetics coupled with her balanced approach for functional design brings structure to creativity. Designing everything from floor plans to websites, graphics and videos, she has a passion for delivering floor plans and user-centric projects with style. Her focus is simple: intentional designs with a purpose, that are built to last. Mary Katherine graduated from NC State University in 2009 with BS in Business Administration, a concentration in marketing and a minor in Spanish.
Jim Francis
Construction Supervisor
Jim is an experienced construction supervisor with over 10 years of hands-on experience coordinating residential and commercial building projects. From breaking first ground through project completion and warranty work, Jim works closely with each job, scheduling and managing sub-contractors, delivering materials and ensuring high-quality workmanship. He keeps projects moving and on track, adhering to timelines, communicating with homeowners and completing punch list tasks to help deliver quality homes built to last. When he’s not at work, Jim enjoys cheering for UNC and Alabama sports teams.