Our Team
Donny Walloch (President)
In the beginning, he spent much of his time between classes creating and building for the hospitality group that he quickly became an investing partner with. After graduating Georgia Southern University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Donny maintained the creative mind and manager behind many of the investments of his hospitality partnership while branching off on his own to create Walix Corporation in 2004. Once he received his General Contracting License he quickly escalated Walix Corp to a leader in the Atlanta, GA market by utilizing his own experiences in hospitality architecture, project management, and construction for other clients. Spending much of the next 15 years building for new and repeat clients throughout the southeast, Donny had found success in an often-difficult field to be in during the “great recession”.
In 2017, Donny and long time friend Martin Medrano teamed up to excel Walix Corporation to a commercial and residential powerhouse. With much of the labor being company self-performed to control quality and cost, the company found itself able to venture into many aspects of residential building while broadening it commercial capabilities.
Currently, Donny and Walix Corporation enjoy the success of a thriving commercial construction company in both private and government sectors. And thanks to the business partnership with Mr. Medrano, Development and Residential divisions are also quickly becoming staples in an already long history of quality and commitment.
Martin Medrano (Treasure)
Martín Medrano was born in Argentina, Buenos Aires. He came to United States on a golf Scholarship to Georgia College & State University in 2000-2005. After college he, entered in to the construction sub-contracting market by starting a painting company. The company provided painting services for residential interiors and exteriors, as well a few commercial projects, around the Southeast U.S. Martín grew this company into a team of over 120 painters as he managed the business and day-to-day operations. Not being satisfied with only painting, Martin created, and owned/operated a sub contacting company. Country Construction, LLC, provided framing, exterior finishes, drywall, interior trim, and roofing services. After several years, Country Construction would merge with Lake Oconee, LCC to become Eenoco Construction Services, LLC (operated by his brother). Eenoco Construction is currently focused on subcontracting, remodeling, and residential work.
In 2017, Martin join Walix as a partner and quickly elevated the business with the labor force he already had in place with his previos company. As an owner, he meets with clients, and manages all field operations on a daily bases. With Walix Martin currently focuses on residential, commercial and government work though out the southeast.
Christopher Yon (Commercial Project Manager | Architectural Designer)
With roots in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Christopher has spent almost two decades in Atlanta shaping his career in architecture and design. After attending high school in New York, excelling in academics and sports, specifically ice hockey, he pursued a degree in architecture in Ohio. Following graduation, he left the snowy northeast and found his way to Atlanta, where he got his first job as an architectural designer.With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in commercial, retail, and notably restaurant projects. His keen vision for design details, innovative ideas, and functional efficiency has enabled him to deliver high-impact solutions that are finely tuned to meet client needs and adapt to budget market trends.
Recently, he embraced an exciting opportunity to transition from the world of architectural design into the construction field. Joining Walix Corp, as a commercial project manager for the design-build team, he is eager to integrate his design expertise with the construction process, hand in hand to enhance project delivery and overall efficiency.
At Walix Corp, he is committed to growing the design-build division, aiming to reduce reliance on external dependencies, and create a more streamlined approach to project execution. With his unique blend of architectural design and construction knowledge, he is poised to drive the company's vision forward, providing opportunities for growth, and ensuring quality and innovation in every project.
Ashley Beddingfield (Controller)
As a single mom, Ashley put herself through school to receive her Bachelor’s degree in Sales and Marketing in 2011. She started working as a Marketing Assistant at an international engineering firm where she was able to gain a solid foundation to continue to grow and expand her skills. She has worked in a variety of different fields from Engineering to Hospitality and Customer Service. Throughout her career, she has gained nearly 20 years of high-level customer service, excellent excel proficiency, and a great attention to detail. Her skills have grown greater with every experience she has encountered.
She was brought on at Walix as an Assistant to the Office Manager. Since her start with Walix, she went from being an assistant to running the office in a very short time and has proven to be a great asset to our company. She was in charge of creating and implementing a new accounting system from the ground up for our expanding company. She now oversees all of the day-to-day office activities from billing, invoicing, and Davis-Bacon reporting for our large government housing project as well as all other projects that our company is currently working on. She works diligently to ensure that all invoices received are entered and accurate, so our Project Managers are able to see up to date financial information about each project and make informed decisions for our customers and keep our projects on track.
She also oversees and monitors all active projects that we are working on. She works closely with all of our Project Managers and Vendors to keep our office running smoothly. She is in charge of reviewing invoices and ensuring their accuracy and that our accounting system is up to date so that our Project Managers are able to make informed decisions regarding the projects that they are working on.
Cortney Wilbanks
Cortney became an integral part of the Walix team in July 2024, stepping into the role of administrative assistant with enthusiasm and dedication. Her responsibilities span from greeting clients and managing phone inquiries to working closely with project managers and offering support across departments, ensuring the business runs efficiently. As the first point of contact, both in person and on the phone, Cortney sets a welcoming tone that reflects Walix's commitment to excellent service.
With a diverse background across multiple industries, Cortney discovered her passion for hospitality, where her natural customer service abilities truly stand out. Her proudest career achievement was becoming a private chef, a role that allowed her to blend creativity and skill. Today, she still enjoys baking and catering for small gatherings, continuing to share her culinary talents with those around her.
A devoted mother, Cortney’s son is her driving force, motivating her to pursue a career that provides both personal fulfillment and a supportive work-life balance. At Walix, she’s found the perfect environment to grow professionally, and she’s committed to making a lasting impact on the company’s future success.
Lauren Massey
Lauren brings a wealth of diverse experience to the Walix team. After traveling the world as a military spouse for 20 years, Lauren and her family made the decision to return to their roots in Madison, GA. During her time as a stay-at-home mom to two boys, Lauren dedicated herself to supporting the military community through volunteer work, earning prestigious awards such as the Yellow Rose of Texas and the Patriotic Civilian Service Award.
With a passion for learning and resilience, Lauren decided to return to school while juggling work and family life. She completed her Master's in Human Services Counseling with a focus on Military Resilience in May 2023. After her family’s move from Fort Stewart, GA, Lauren joined Walix in May 2024, eager to find a small company where she could grow a long-term career.
Since joining, Lauren has quickly adapted to the accounting and construction industry, assisting the controller with various day-to-day office operations. Her strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in dynamic environments have made her a valuable asset to the Walix team. She is excited to continue growing alongside the company and contributing to its success
Viviane Sousa
Born and raised in Goiania Brazil, Viviane moved to the United States over 20 years ago and is a proud Brazilian American citizen. She brought with her a passion for numbers and order for business financials.
Viviane’s career pursuit has been to enhance an organization’s performance journey. She began her career at Delta Airlines, where she learned the importance of customer service, compliance and relationship building. Later, Viviane advanced her financial skills in banking where she was able to work directly with customers, providing personal financial counseling. She additionally, supported back operations, developing policies and procedures, performed operational branch audits to ensure accuracy and became a strong asset to the financial institution as an acting fraud prevention officer.
Unique to her background is her experience in accounting for the vibrant film and TV industry for which Georgia has become a bedrock for major productions. She has been privileged to experience accounting for multi-million-dollar projects for companies like Prime TV, Paramount Global, Hartbeat Productions, among others.
Viviane joined the Walix team in September of 2024. She supports the organization as an Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Assistant.
When not working, she dedicates time to volunteering, mentoring, and exemplifying to young people that through hard work they can achieve anything. Viviane also enjoys maintaining family connections, traveling, outdoor cardio, and exploring the best coffee shops along Atlanta’s skyline.
Atharva Khot
Born and raised in India. Atharva did his undergrad in Civil Engineering in India. He further pursued a master’s in project management from Northeastern University, Boston. In August 2023, he joined Walix as a Project Engineer. At Walix, he works on federal projects and is eager to grow professionally while contributing to the company's success.
With a passion for continuous learning, Atharva is eager to further develop his expertise and make meaningful contributions on the Federal Side of the projects. This experience at Walix allowed him to work on improving skills in project management. He consistently strives to stay updated with the latest trends and practices in the field to improve his professional skillset.
Will Moody
Will Moody was born in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended Macon Technical College and studied Industrial Building Maintenance. With that education he started his electrical career among other trades to further his education in the construction trade. By the time Will was 29 he ran his own electrical subcontracting company.
Will specializes in remodels as well ground up construction. Various projects including homes , retail departments , airports, and full automation equipment. In 2020, Will met with Martin Medrano together they have built and completed some amazing projects. In 2022,l Will signed on with the Walix team to help bring his various skills to help the company grow and to continue to expand.
Will believes that we all continue to learn from one another on a daily basis. With the team we all work with each other to accomplish our goals as a company. This team includes in office and in the field.
Bryan Petree
Born and raised in Atlanta Georgia, proud father of two sons.
Bryan grew up playing a variety of sports, with baseball being his primary passion. His early exposure to sports instilled in him a strong sense of teamwork, which he has carried with him throughout his career.
Starting out as a drywall finisher, Bryan quickly advanced through various roles, gaining experience in roofing, residential remodeling, and new construction. His dedication and versatility eventually lead him to the commercial side of the industry.
In June of 2023, Bryan joined the Walix Corp team, where he now serves as the commercial superintendent, overseeing projects with a focus on delivering quality and efficiency.