Bette Crittenden CRIS, LEED GA, CDT

I joined Essex in August 2000. 

Originally from Bowling Green, KY, I'm the oldest of six children. Shortly after high school, I worked for a small general contractor. The close-knit culture and fast-paced nature of the commercial construction industry immediately drew me in, setting the foundation for a lifelong career. 

In 1998, I met Martin at a Barbershop Harmony Convention in Atlanta, GA. Not barbers, we sing for fun and compete! After visiting Oregon and falling in love with the area, I made the decision to relocate and begin a new chapter in the Pacific Northwest. 

Missing my small construction family back in Kentucky, I decided to start calling contractors to see if they were hiring. I loved the Essex logo and their name popped out at me in the phone book. I called, two interviews later, and I got the job. More than 25 years later, I continue to enjoy the challenges, relationships, and opportunities for growth that Essex provides. 

Outside of work, I love to read, hang out with friends, visit family and travel as much as possible.