OUR TEAM
At Granite Stoneworks & Cabinetworks we don't just provide you with natural stone or cabinets, we give you an experience with our exceptional customer service. It's all about participation and working together. Visit us at our beautiful showroom and let us join in on your new adventure. Why try to imagine what your project will look like versus seeing it? Without any commitment, we will work with you to create your project on one of our visualizer smart TVs. Our showroom provides many different settings and designs to inspire your thoughts in a no hassle environment. From your first appointment to your installation date we are here for every question, concern and we are always there to share the excitement of the final product!
Aric Patenaude
Partner & Finance Director
Aric’s intuitive background as a civil engineer and real estate agent has helped form Granite Stoneworks to be what it is today, since opening the business in 2012. His innovative thinking brought forth the Denver Unika 5 Solid, an exclusive Italian made CNC machine, which has propelled the company to be one of the leading stone fabricators in the area. When he’s not at work he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, hunting, fishing, singing, and golfing.
Jason LaChance
Partner & Sales Manager
Jason has played a pivotal part in growing the Granite Stoneworks network with our local contractors and developers. With 10 years of Granite industry experience since partnering with Aric, Jason has learned the ins and outs of counter-tops and natural stone, hand selecting the slab inventory on our lot, and managing the sales team. Outside of work Jason enjoys spending time with his son and daughter, exercising and traveling.
De Pere Location
Jennifer VandenHeuvel
Sales Manager
Jennifer has been in the customer service industry for over 20 years with experience in interior design. She enjoys working with customers and creating spaces they will love. Jennifer enjoys the design aspect of her job, the project coordination, working on our social media/website and the relationships she has built with her accounts. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family & friends, traveling, crafting, reading, games, and playing volleyball.
Kaitlyn Owens
Cabinet Designer
Kaitlyn graduated in December of 2022 with two Interior Design Degrees from Fox Valley Technical College. Since then, she has been specializing in cabinet design primarily in residential kitchens and bathrooms. Kaitlyn enjoys designing the cabinet layouts to optimize their functionality and working with our countertop designers to create a cohesive color scheme. Outside of work, Kaitlyn loves spending time with her family and friends, being creative, and reading. Something Kaitlyn is looking forward to in 2025 is planning her honeymoon!
Lexi LaChance
Sales Representative
Lexi graduated from Fox Valley Technical College in December 2022, earning dual associate’s degrees in Interior Design and Kitchen & Bath Design. She is passionate about helping her clients create beautiful, functional spaces by selecting the perfect materials to meet their unique needs—whether it's flooring, countertops, tile, or more. Outside of work, Lexi loves spending time with family and friends, traveling, golfing, and solving puzzles. In 2025, she’s especially excited to plan trips to Colorado and Peru!
Ava Schwartz
Sales Representative
Ava is previously experienced in kitchen design, engaged broadly in cabinetry and countertops for 4 years. She loves working with customers to ignite imagination, inspire creativity, and help narrow down ideas. Her interest in art is reflected through her work, and is constantly shown through fresh visions for design. During her free time, Ava enjoys spending time with her two cats, cooking, playing guitar, and drawing.
Appleton Location
