Lisa Tate
President/Owner

Lisa recalls building things since she was a child in Maryland: forts in the woods, tree houses equipped with zip lines, boats to use when the backyard flooded, and all sorts of furniture.

She holds a degree in Architectural Design from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. and after graduation, Lisa packed everything she owned into her Honda Hatchback and headed west of the Mississippi – further than she’d ever traveled before. After weeks of exploring the mountains and desert, camping near the Four Corners, biking in Utah, and hiking through Sedona, Lisa landed in Phoenix and never left.

Lisa’s career in Phoenix began at the award-winning architectural firm of Jones Studio, working for Eddie Jones. It’s there she met her husband, architect, Mark Tate. She and Mark eventually opened their own architectural and woodworking studio where they enjoyed the creativity of building custom furniture, cabinets, large cabinet installations, and entry doors – all by hand. After 10 years, they closed that business and Lisa returned to her true passion – residential construction.

Lisa has been building high-end custom homes in North Scottsdale, Cave Creek, and Carefree for over 20 years. She created and implemented systems that make the building process simpler for homeowners, encompassing everything from material selections, pricing, obtaining purchase approvals, and all steps of the development stage. This transparency allows homeowners to easily understand what they are buying and how each piece fits into their budget.

Lisa has a keen eye for architectural design, building detail, and as she says “just the right amount of OCD” to be thorough in her work and communication. She works with unwavering integrity and enthusiasm, treating each home as though it is her own.

Lisa lives in Cave Creek with Mark, their children, two dogs, three cats, and two desert tortoises. She loves biking, hiking, relaxing on the beach at the Outer Banks, and sitting on her porch listening to the sounds of the desert.

Jim Lubay
Construction Manager

Aloha!  After living and working in Hawai’i for 3 years, Jim is back!  In typical style, Jim has assumed coordination of several construction projects and his prior relationships with many of our trades has provided a smooth transition.

Jim Lubay was born to build custom homes.  He grew up in the business; born in Louisville, Kentucky and raised in Scottsdale, Arizona, he was working side by side with his father building and remodeling homes from as early as he can remember.

At the age of 17 he joined the United States Marine Corp and served his country while being stationed in Aviano, Italy as well as in North and South Carolina.  After returning to civilian life, Jim jumped right back into construction.  He started by framing homes and continued building his skills in every aspect of home building and remodeling.

Over the years Jim has learned that problem solving on a job site is his strength.  Building a custom home takes a unique set of skills that just seem to come naturally to Jim.  His ability to manage multiple trades, while answering a myriad of questions, and troubleshooting problems is remarkable.

Jim takes pride in his work and enjoys the sense of accomplishment that comes with creating beautifully crafted custom homes for our clients.  He has four children and two grandchildren and while in Hawai’i couldn’t resist the opportunities to start teaching them to surf!

Rachel Lubay
Project Manager

Aloha!  Rachel Lubay grew up in the Northwest, relocated to Arizona in 2000, and recently had the opportunity to live in Ewa Beach, Hawai’i on the island of Oahu.  Working remotely for Full Circle Custom Homes while living in Hawaii was a dream come true.  In 2025 she returned to Arizona and is excited to be back in person with the team!

Rachel has worked in construction or design in some capacity for over 25 years. She spent many years at high-end plumbing, appliance and hardware showrooms, and from there, worked as a commercial flooring rep. While working on the product side of the industry, she became familiar with high-end design and architecture. Later, she played a vital role in launching a remodeling company, managing everything from sales and design to project management.

Over time, Rachel has developed her superpower—listening, really listening. She has a way of homing in on things, understanding what our clients need and ensuring every project is as low-stress as possible, from start to finish.

As the matriarch of her family, with four children and two grandchildren, Rachel is constantly juggling multiple priorities. Juggling is her strength—she’s expert at it. When she can, Rachel loves to escape to the beach or mountains. She loves traveling, being near the ocean, hiking, and snow-skiing.  While living in Hawai’i she fulfilled her lifelong dream of learning to surf.

Susan Wilson
Accounting Manager

Born in Topeka, Kansas, Susan has lived in the Valley for 45 years. She comes to Full Circle with more than 20 years of experience in construction accounting. She previously worked for several CPA firms and had her own small business practice.

Susan has her BA in Business Education and over the years she has been a photographer, small business owner, bookkeeper, staff accountant, and a breeder of purebred poodles. For five years, she bred four litters, producing over 40 puppies. For a period, she even showcased her poodles and has the awards to prove it.

In her spare time, Susan enjoys water aerobics and visiting her 11-year-old granddaughter who lives in Taiwan.

Janet Weems
Office Manager

Janet spent most of her early years in Oklahoma moving to Scottsdale in 1991 as a single mom with two young daughters.

Janet joined Full Circle as Office Manager in December 2023, bringing over 30 years of experience as an executive assistant in a variety of industries. Leaving the corporate world, Janet is enthused to be an integral part of a small and committed team of individuals who take personal pride in building beautiful homes for people to enjoy.

Janet’s greatest joy is her family, including her three granddaughters. The oldest is a nurse at Phoenix Children’s Hospital, her sister is a high school sophomore, and their 9-year-old cousin lives in Albuquerque.

To relax, Janet likes to read, watch TV, get together with family and friends (especially when it involves playing cards), and play with her dog, Bentley. She has always found ways to be active in her community and truly enjoys working in Carefree/Cave Creek.