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Valerie Harlan


Construction Project Administrator

Valerie Harlan joined Heart of America Group in 2025, bringing nearly a decade of experience in construction accounting and project coordination. She got her start in the industry in 2017 and made the leap into project coordination in 2019—an area where she’s continued to grow and thrive.

Seth Van Deest

Over the years, Valerie has worked with a variety of organizations across the industry, including BH Management, Baker Group, Story Construction, Graphite Construction, and Beal Derkenne Construction. Her background spans everything from property management to MEP contracting and general contracting, giving her a well-rounded perspective and a hands-on approach to every project she touches.

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Valerie Harlan

Over the years, Valerie has worked with a variety of organizations across the industry, including BH Management, Baker Group, Story Construction, Graphite Construction, and Beal Derkenne Construction. Her background spans everything from property management to MEP contracting and general contracting, giving her a well-rounded perspective and a hands-on approach to every project she touches.

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About Heart Of America

About Heart of America Starting with one 100-seat restaurant in 1978, Heart of America Group has grown to include a portfolio of award-winning, owned and operated restaurants, hotels, and commercial developments. Noteworthy brands developed and operated by Heart of America Group include the Machine Shed Restaurant, Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse, Burger Shed, The Republic on Grand, Fifth Avenue Syndicate, Thunder Bay Grille, The J Bar, Hotel Renovo, Revel Hotel, The Rewind Hotel, The Axis Hotel, and Wildwood Lodge. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting properties that bring value to the consumer and to the communities in which we build.

Locations

Operations Support Center - Moline
1501 River Drive
Moline, Illinois 61265
P: 309.797.9300
F: 309.797.8700

Operations Support Center - Des Moines
515 E Locust Street, Suite 100
Des Moines, IA 50309