About: Passionate about anything mechanical; from building bicycles, go-karts, motorcycles,
snowmobiles, and cars thru-ought middle and high school. Graduated Northern Illinois University with
honors in Design Engineering with a minor in Drafting & Design and a minor in Plastics Technologies.
Worked 5yrs as a design engineer for world renown skylight company. Worked 3 years as a manufacturing
engineer for a medical device company. Launched Macgyver Development in 2004 remodeling homes and
commercial spaces. Became a licensed electrician in 2011. Love doing what I do and I am still having fun
while working with and training some of the best professionals in the industry, and learning more every
day.
Name: Adam Sersen
From: Island Lake, Il
About: I have been with Macgyver Development for 11+ years. I've been in the trades for 15 years and have held an electrical license for the last 10 years. I joined the Air Force after highschool and served in Uzebekistan, Kuwait, and Florida. In my free time I enjoy woodworking, metalworking, and spending time with my wife and 2 kids.
Name: Elroy Fitzgerald
From: Lakemoor, Il
About: Served 4 years in the US Marines. With over 35 years experience in construction, I started
from the ground up building custom homes in the 80s'. For the past 12 years I have enjoyed working and
learning with MacGyver Development. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my 7 grandchildren and
swimming in our back yard pool.
Name: Brian Cooper
From: Wauconda, Il
About: My dad and his brothers were all contractors when I was growing up, so I was introduced to the
trades at an early age. It's through working with the team at MacGyver that I have been able to truly
elevate my craft. In my spare time I enjoy working, working on my house, and spending time with my wife
and young daughter.
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Name: Danny Gudgeon
From: Wauconda, Il
About: Danny is an apprentice here at MacGyver Development. He enjoys learning how things work and being able to work on and complete tasks. Danny has education in Automotive Technology and Welding Technology. In his free time he likes to be outside, work on cars and building projects, and enjoy time with his family and friends. Danny is also an Eagle Scout and incorporates the scout Oath and law in his Daily life. Danny believes the mission of MacGyver Development is to be as courteous and accommodating as we can to our customers and produce the most meticulous craftsmanship that stands out above all the others for our customers to enjoy!
