3025 CASS RD. ~ TRAVERSE CITY, Mi. 49684 ~ P: 231-995-0900 ~ F: 231-995-0949

1920 M-119 ~ PETOSKEY, MI. 49770 ~ P: 231-881-9318 ~ F: 231-487-9384

931 N MILL ST. ~ NORTHPORT, MI. 49670 ~ P: 231-386-7236 ~ F: 231-386-9817

Andy Thomas

Andy Thomas started Thomas & Milliken Millwork in 1977 with his wife Gloria.  They have since seen the business develop and evolve into the number one millshop in northern Michigan.  Andy comes from a long line of workworkers dating back to his great and great great-grandfathers who had a cabinet shop and built many of the homes in Northport beginning in 1856.  One hundred years later in 1956 at age 6, “my parents gave me a small red steel tool box labeled ‘HANDY ANDY.’  It inspired me to sweep out the musty dirt floor basement and set up a crude work bench on which I built my first woodworking project- a guitar made with a cigar box, broom handle and yarn.”  It wasn’t until college that he resumed instrument making, designing and building a 42-string autoharp in a dorm basement workshop with the help of the college furniture repairman.  Setting up another basement workshop in Northport, Michigan, Gloria and he began making a patented line of outdoor furniture in 1977, but finally moved above ground to a larger shop space and branched into molding and paneling. In a short time they added custom doors, stair parts, and cabinets.

“We focus on the northern Michigan home builders, but we now sell our products around the U.S. and in the Caribbean. We are fortunate to have creative and dedicated employees who work with great attention to detail."  

The road to Northport, M22, has just been voted the most scenic fall color tour route in the country.  Make the beautiful drive up to Northport and meet Andy or email him at andy@tmmillwork.com.

I’ve been married to my husband Albert for 23 years.  We have three wonderful children and when we are not playing taxicab for them, we love spending time biking and traveling as often as possible to car shows.

ERIK THOMAS

I started working with the Thomas & Milliken Traverse City sales team in January 2016.  I have been involved in construction all of my professional career.  Prior employment experiences include: installing windows in Chicago high rises (2000-2001), new build and remodeling Traverse City area residential homes (2001-2012), & was on the installation crew for Grand Traverse Refrigeration (2012-2016). Taking off the tool belt and working in the office was a big transition.  Understanding multiple trades and the timelines of a jobsite has helped me connect with other builders & homeowners to understand what needs they have. 

My wife and I have been married for 11 years and are blessed with two daughters.  We spend a lot of time outdoors throughout the wonderful seasons Northern Michigan offers.  Hiking, fishing, camping, running, mountain biking, basketball, tennis, skiing/snowboarding, & hanging out at the beach are a short list of what we enjoy. 

SARAH RUTKOwSKI

I BEGAN MY CAREER IN CUSTOMER SERVICE AT THE AGE OF 17 WORKING IN HOSPITALITY AT TWO OF TC’S PREMIER BEACH FRONT RESORTS WHERE I MOVED INTO MANAGEMENT AND SPENT 13 YEARS TAKING CARE OF CUSTOMERS.

WHEN I LEFT HOSPITALITY I FOUND MY WAY TO A CUSTOM / SPEC HOME BUILDER IN NORTHERN MICHIGAN WHERE I LEARNED MY WAY AROUND A BLUE PRINT, AMONG OTHER THINGS THAT HAVE HELPED ME BE SUCCESSFUL WORKING FOR THOMAS & MILLIKEN MILLWORK, INC.

IN MY FREE TIME I ENJOY HANGING OUT WITH MY SON, HIKING/SWIMMING, ENJOYING ALL OF OUR BEAUTIFUL NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAKES AND PADDLING OUR MANY RIVERS.

Peggy Moore

In 1999 I started out in this business as sales support, coordinator for service & warranty as well as Andersen Window direct van orders.  I didn’t even know what a sash was, let alone how many other parts made up a window.  It was an interesting learning experience to say the least, considering my background was in the food service industry.  With the help of a few key people, I quickly learned what I needed to become successful.  I took every opportunity to listen and learn as much as possible from the sales staff, and eventually moved into sales about 4 years ago.

In the midst of learning about windows and doors, I also decided it was time to further my education, hopefully open a few more doors for myself and teach my kids that you’re never too old to go back to school.  I graduated from Davenport University in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.  I not only love to help our sales staff and customers, but to keep our showroom running smoothly. 

kathy Erhardt

I've been with Thomas & Milliken for over 15 years.  As office manager I wear many hats, which can make my job both interesting and challenging. 

I came to Thomas & Milliken after working 12 years with another county manufacturing company that relocated to north Carolina.

I am very happy that I joined the Thomas and Milliken family.

I have been married to Al for over 35 years and we reside in Lake Leelanau where we raised our three daughters. We enjoy camping and traveling to South Dokta to visit our one daughter and husband.