Meet the Team at SB Home Renovations
Steve Danzinger
Owner
Before opening SB Home Renovations in 2009 Steve Danzinger spent the majority of his life preparing for this role. With a Grandfather and Father both in the industry it was natural for him to expand the entrepreneurial and building skill sets that had been ingrained in him throughout the years and forge his own path. Alongside his business partner, Brian McDonald, they offer Louisville over 50 years of combined construction knowledge. His vision for providing Louisville with a superior home renovation experience is accompanied by a team of hard working individuals who prioritize craftsmanship, honesty, and dependability.
Get to know Steve
Where can we find you outside of work: Relaxing at the lake or playing blackjack.
Favorite room to remodel: Any room with a unique feature.
Favorite food: Woody’s wings; Best wings in St. Pete Florida!
What is your hidden talent: I play a mean air guitar.
Coffee order: My own at home or a vanilla latte on special occasions.
Podcast currently listening to: KSR
Favorite life memory: Easy questions…marrying the love of my life and becoming a Dad of two awesome kids.
Brian McDonald
Owner
Brian McDonald spent nearly ten years providing project management to the residential construction industry before he opened SB Home Renovations in 2009, alongside Steve Danzinger. Brian’s eagerness to connect with clients and his knack for managing tradesmen make him unstoppable in the field. He is an expert when it comes to building project timelines and resourcing sub contractors and materials, ensuring each project is completed with the highest quality standards.
Get to know brian
Where can we find you outside of work: At a ball field or on Nolin lake.
Favorite room to remodel: I enjoy the challenge of room additions as they offer all aspects of construction.
Dream car: Late 60’s pick up truck.
Do you bleed red or blue: Is there any other team besides Kentucky?
Wallflower or life of the party: I generally fall asleep when at parties.
Pets: Golden doodle named Scout.
Favorite life memory: Cheering alongside my oldest daughter while my wife carried our triplets is an experience only a few can say they have had and what can I say, I am a lucky guy!
Casey Ernst
Selections Coordinator
Casey Ernst has worked for over 15 years with SB Home Renovations guiding all homeowners through the selection process. Her extensive experience working with project managers, contractors, and vendors have developed her expertise in successfully designing and renovating spaces while staying true to each clients budget and timeline.
Get to know Casey
What can we find you doing outside of work: Taking day trips with my husband on our Harley, tackling projects around our farm, or finding new restaurants to try.
Favorite room to remodel: Kitchens, where all the action takes place!
Will we find you in the sun or the snow: You will find me wherever there is water. Whether it be alongside a snowy creek, on the beach, or in the lake.
Dream car: My Dad instilled in me his love for Corvettes so I’ll take a 72’ please.
Pets: Four horses and a boxer named Milly
Podcast currently listening to: The Taylor Strecker Show, Giggly Squad, Have Kids They Said
Favorite life memory:
Hands down the two days that my children came into the world. Experiencing that is life changing!
Paul Robertson
General Manager
Joining the team in 2014, Paul Robertson is versed in every aspect and trade involved in the remodeling process. His openness to think outside of the box and eagerness to try new trends keeps all projects on track for success and destined to be the talk of the neighborhood. Paul has an eye for detail and the problem solving nature to keep projects moving from the time demo begins to the final punch out.
Get to know paul
What can we find you doing outside of work: If I am not traveling the world, you can find me with my nose in a book, listening to some vinyl records, or taking my dog on an adventure.
Favorite room to remodel: Kitchens and bathrooms, those are where we spend a vast majority of our lives and we are able to create a very Zen place for you to share time with your family.
Dream car/truck: A pretty red Ferrari 458
Books or movies: I prefer books as I fall asleep during most movies and always have to go back and rewatch. When I fall asleep in a book I just have to pick back up where I left off.
Will we find you in the sun or snow: Depends on how I’m feeling but I love a great beach or fresh pile of snow. Favorite beach might be Phi Phi beach in Thailand and favorite snow mountain is any in the Rockies.
Wallflower or life of the party: I’m usually the life! I love to cook and listen to good music so usually bring both to the party.
Pets:
I have a Presa Canary Mastiff named Hela and two horses, Roxy and Hannah.
Haley Jones
Office Manager
Haley Jones greets all new clients with her warmth and positivity. Being a Louisville native she is equipped with a rich background in all things Kentuckiana and is a huge asset to the SB Home Renovations family. Whether she is scheduling your estimate or ensuring that all service items are buttoned up there is no doubt you are in good hands from start to finish.
Get to know Haley
Where can we find you outside of work: You can find me playing or coaching volleyball and hanging out with my family.
Dream car/truck: My dream car is a Vintage Ford Bronco!
Favorite Food: Mexican!
Pets: I have a husky named Moose.
Coffee order: I am an iced chai latte kinda girl.
Podcast currently listening to: I love the WHOA by Sadie Robertson Huff.
Favorite life memory:
Marrying my husband Zach and becoming a mom!
Travis Whitenack
Project Manager
Travis Whitenack joins the SB Home Renovations project management team with 20+ years of exterior construction experience and a background in visual arts. Having spent thousands of hours on many homes in the Louisville area it would be hard to find a project request that Travis hasn’t encountered and successfully executed. He navigates the complexity of a project using his calm demeanor and strong attention to detail, delivering the most enjoyable client experience.
Get to know travis
Where can we find you outside of work: Enjoying time with the wife and son. If I am not on a field coaching baseball or soccer you can find me fishing or hunting.
Favorite room to remodel: Although not a room my favorites are the outdoor spaces. Decks, fireplaces, etc.
Do you bleed red or blue: Red until I’m dead!
Hidden talent: Wouldn’t be a hidden talent if I told you.
Pets: Zoey an Aussie and Raven a black lab/blue heeler mix
Current podcast: Cardinals sport zone
Favorite life memory: Life has so many memories it is hard to pick one but I try to make new ones often because one day that is all we will have of each other.
Scott Johnson
Project Manager
In 2024, we proudly welcomed Scott Johnson as a Project Manager to the SB Team. Scott brings a wealth of hands-on experience and entrepreneurial spirit. With 10 years of construction experience, Scott’s deep industry knowledge and practical insight make him a natural fit for our company family. Scott is known for his exceptional communication with clients and his open-minded approach to learning new techniques and aspects of construction. His dedication to quality and customer satisfaction consistently leaves homeowners thrilled with their renovation experience.
Get to know Scott
What can we find you doing outside of work: Spending time with family at the lake
Favorite Room to Remodel: Bathrooms, it's where my background is and I love the transformation
Do you Bleed red or blue: Only Red, there's no such thing as bleeding blue
What is your hidden talent: I play a mean game of cornhole
Pets: 2 mini goldendoodles Baxter and Duke
Favorite Coffee Order: Black with one creamer
Favorite life memory:
I have 3, 1 meeting and marrying the love of my life Michelle, and the other 2 are my two girls Ann and Ava being born.
Aubrey Ernst
Junior Selections Coordinator
We’re excited to introduce the newest addition to the SB Home Renovations team: Aubrey Ernst. Though a recent hire, construction runs deep in Aubrey’s roots—her family has been in the trade for four generations. That legacy, combined with her adaptability, allows her to collaborate seamlessly with everyone in the industry. Whether she’s working with vendors, guiding homeowners through their design selections, or communicating with our field team, Aubrey brings a thoughtful, personalized approach to every interaction.
Get to know Aubrey
What can we find you doing outside of work: Anything outdoors! Taking long rides with the Jeep doors off, swimming in any body of water, and I'm always on the hunt for my first home
Favorite Room to Remodel: Kitchens, they make a huge impact and most importantly that's where a family spends the majority of their time
Dream car/truck: Dark sage vintage Bronco
Pets: Three and a half horses (one is miniature) and two doggies, Milly is a Boxer and Doc is a Newfie
Favorite coffee order: Brown sugar shaken espresso with any seasonal cold foam always hits home
Podcast currently listening to: Podcast?? Never heard of her, I blast my music whether it be at 6:00 in the morning or 12:00 at night
Favorite life memory:
Moving to Taylorsville and living the rural life surrounded by amazing family and friends
