Women in Business
K
im Komick’s father was a talented builder, sparking her interest in the field early on. She worked with him from a young age and into her college years at USC. Kim started KKC Fine Homes in 1992 and builds custom and spec homes in the Sand Section of Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach.
What are some ways you provide top-notch customer service?
“We are always available for our clients and help them monitor their projects by keeping them engaged every step of the way. This helps us make decisions efficiently, eliminates costly revisions and keeps our project timeline on track. We only work in Manhattan and Hermosa, which keeps our team members close by and available for anything that comes up.”
How do you empathize with your customer in order to build his/her trust in you and your business?
“I have been in their shoes. I built myself a quality custom home 10 years ago while I was a working mom with two kids in school. I know the challenges that the process of building a custom home can have on a family. The key is to develop a strong relationship with my clients, listen to their desires and concerns, and never forget that this project will ultimately be their home.”
FAST FACT
Kim starts most days in the water—surfing, paddling or swimming. She enjoys spending time with her two teenage kids, Emma and Andy, and can often be spotted cruising The Strand and hanging around town with friends.
What does the future hold for your career?
“I want to continue working with the great architects in the area to bring cutting-edge style and design to the Sand Section. After having the most prolific year of my career, I am focusing on finding new properties and new opportunities. In the near future we are excited to be finishing up several projects, including a cutting-edge commercial building on 21st and PCH that has a roof garden and amazing interiors. It was designed by the late Pat Killen of Studio 9one2. We just finished another of his masterpieces at 435 25th Street, Hermosa Beach. I am so grateful to have worked with him on several projects; he will be greatly missed. In addition, we will be bringing out two new contemporary townhomes designed by Larry Peha at 1220 Cypress, two townhomes under construction at 814 Highland Avenue designed by Doug Leach, and a modern home designed by Jon Starr at 216 28th Street. It has been an amazing year, and I am excited as I move forward.”
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KIM KOMICK
General Contractor/Owner KKC Fine Homes 3216 Manhattan Avenue, Suite E Hermosa Beach 310-372-6027 KKCdevelopment.com
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