

I am fortunate because I have always been able to bring my children to the office or work from home when necessary.” “Raising a family and having a meaningful career requires a lot of time with your children and at the office. “I realized that I could spend quality time raising our children and participate in a very meaningful way in helping our company grow,” she reveals. I believe the same can be said about my approach to work.”īut it took Lisa a moment to realize that it was indeed possible to serve both family and career interests simultaneously. “Being a mother is one-part humility and two-parts patience. It seems as though there isn’t any separation of private and work life!” exclaims Lisa. “Now that our son is working with us, there is even more to talk about as ideas are shared and updates on projects are given. John and I are passionate about building quality homes and neighborhoods for families in our community and our children have grown up hearing and talking about what is happening with Bonadelle Neighborhoods.” Their three children spent many summer days and hours after school at the corporate office. “Because we are a family-owned business, work has always been a part of our family life. got his start in the home building industry over 70 years ago, the definition of family business became even more evident when the couple began their own family. Though her father-in-law John Bonadelle, Sr. Lisa married her husband John in 1989, and together they established Bonadelle Neighborhoods in 2000. Coincidentally, as our children grew, so did our company and I was able to focus more on my career and accept more responsibilities at work.” “When our children were younger, I worked part-time. Plus, that job description didn’t sprout overnight. “Proper preparation prevents poor performance,” she says. That may seem like a tall order for any one person, but Lisa is decidedly faith-filled, dedicated, and organized. In addition, I design and decorate the model homes and welcome centers.” I am also involved in the conceptualization of each community we build as well as the design of our homes and the features that are included in them. “I plan the marketing, public relations, and special event efforts of our company and I oversee the home service department. As the Executive Vice President, I protect and promote the Bonadelle Neighborhoods brand,” Lisa Bonadelle explains.
