October 12, 2021
All Napolitano Podcast Episodes
Terri Napolitano
Administrative Assistant
Terri graduated from Mary Washington College with a Psychology degree and a minor in education. After teaching elementary students in the Virginia Beach School System for 10 years, she joined her brothers at Napolitano Homes. Terri works with all municipalities regarding permits and entitlements. She also coordinates all major company events.
Fred Napolitano III
Project Manager
Fred Napolitano III was born and raised in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Upon graduating from Hampden-Sydney College in 2007, he spent time attending the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) in the Yukon Territory of Canada before settling back in Virginia Beach. Fred started his career in construction at Capital Concrete, as part of the third generation of his mother’s family’s business. After a few years of learning the concrete industry, he began his tenure at Napolitano Homes where he’s worked since 2009.
Professionally, Fred is a licensed class A contractor, OSHA 10, and CPR/First Aid Certified. He is a member of and Builder Director for the board of CBVIA (Coastal Virginia Building Industry Association) and also represents Napolitano Homes on their internal trade council.
When not on a job site, Fred enjoys being on the boat, surfing (anything water/beach related), and spending time with his family- his wife Kate, daughters Lucy and Annie, and their golden retriever Corbet.
Joe Napolitano
Purchasing
Joe joined Napolitano Homes shortly after graduating from Hampden-Sydney College with a B.A. in economics in 2009. Over the years, he worked his way from sweeping houses to Superintendent and now currently works in purchasing with his father, Fred II. As a member of the purchasing department, Joe applies his former field experience and relationships by working with vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers to purchase all aspects of a home build. Joe oversees the budgeting and estimating programs during the home-building process to ensure all homes stay on budget and at the best overall costs for Napolitano Homes customers. In his free time, Joe can be found spending time with his wife, and two children, surfing, or cooking.
Vincent Napolitano II
Land Acquisition and Development
Vince II joined the family business as a site helper, learning the ins and outs of construction with a “hands-on” approach. Over the years he’s gained experience in all facets of construction, culminating in overseeing entire communities as a site builder. Vince has always taken pride in the homes he’s built, making sure each home is treated as if it was his own. His commitment to customer satisfaction depends on transparency and setting expectations in an environment that’s always changing.
More recently, Vince II has taken on a new role as part of the Napolitano Homes land acquisition and development department. There he assists key leadership with market research, land identification, and acquisition, as well as municipal affairs.
Vince II is a licensed Class A Contractor, a Responsible Land Disturber, and holds active OSHA 10 and CPR certifications. He stays involved with the local builders association (CVBIA) where he serves on the Membership Committee.
Vince’s community involvement also revolves around construction. He currently serves as President of the Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads Young Professionals Group. Through volunteering and social events, the group assists in supporting Habitat’s mission of making homeownership a reality for families in the Coastal Virginia region.
Outside of work, Vince II enjoys spending time with his wife Sydney, and their two dogs. He loves cheering on his favorite team, the Commanders.
Giorgio C. Valentini
Marketing Director
Giorgio is a veteran of the advertising industry with nearly two decades of strategic marketing experience. His background includes working with various organizations in the Hampton Roads area such as manufacturing, military and financial. Giorgio is in charge of the company’s branding, advertising, website and social media. He is a graduate of Virginia Wesleyan University with a degree in Mass Communications specializing in market research and advertising. Giorgio is also a self-taught graphic designer and web developer.
Tommy Hicks
Project Manager
Tommy has been a member of the Napolitano Homes team since 1983. Starting out as a Community Helper, generating the punch out lists, he worked his way up in the company to Site Builder and is now in charge of overseeing the building of all new homes in Napolitano Communities. When Tommy is not supporting his son with travel baseball, he enjoys fishing and drag racing.
Craig Poppen
Chief Financial Officer
Craig joined the Company in 2006. Craig spent much of his earlier career in public accounting. A native of Iowa and a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa, he moved to Hampton Roads from Iowa in 1986. He has served on many community organizations boards of directors, most recently as the President of Virginia Beach Vision. Craig is responsible for all financial functions of the Company along with managing the relationships with various lending institutions.
John Napolitano
Sr. Vice President
John has been with Napolitano Homes since 1983 and handles land acquisition and development for the company. He also oversees the home construction in our communities along with our home warranty department. John served as president of the Tidewater Builders Association in 2003 and was the 2015 president of the Home Builders Association of Virginia. That same year, Governor Terry McAuliffe appointed John as a member of the Virginia Housing Advisory Board. The Virginia Beach City Council appointed John to the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Board from 1998- 2002. An avid golfer, John served as Chairman of the Board for First Tee of Hampton Roads YMCA from 2008-2009.
A Virginia Beach life-long resident, John is a graduate of First Colonial High School and graduated from Lynchburg College and the Builder Institute of the Home Builders Association of Virginia.
Fred Napolitano II
Sr. Vice President
Fred joined Vince at Napolitano Homes in 1981. Like his brother, Fred was President of TBA in 1997 and sits as a Life Director of National Association of Home Builders. He is the past President of the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center Foundation. He also serves on both the Hampton Roads Regional Chamber and The Virginia Beach Chamber of Commerce Boards. Fred selects and purchases all of the products, manufacturers and vendors used to construct our homes. He is responsible for our automated systems and internal operations.
Vincent Napolitano
President
Upon graduating from Virginia Tech in 1977, Vince started Napolitano Homes in 1977 along with his father, Fred Napolitano Sr. His involvement in the homebuilding industry includes serving as president of both the Tidewater Builders Association and the Home Builders Association of Virginia, as well as continuing to serve on the National Association of Home Builders Board of Directors. His commitment to the entire Hampton Roads community is displayed by his service on numerous civic, charitable, and professional boards of directors, as well as past leadership positions as Rector of Eastern Virginia Medical School and President of St. Mary’s Home for Disabled Children. Vince is personally involved with the design of every home we build along with the sales and marketing of our homes and neighborhoods.