Our Team

Mark Curfman is the Owner of Lightspeed Restoration of Farmington and has been serving homeowners, businesses, and insurance professionals throughout Southeast Missouri since 2017. With nearly two decades of construction and restoration experience, Mark has built a reputation for providing honest guidance, quality workmanship, and rapid response during some of life's most challenging situations. Under his leadership, the company has grown from a local restoration business into a trusted name for water damage restoration, fire and smoke cleanup, mold remediation, biohazard cleanup, and reconstruction services.

Mark holds multiple industry certifications and is recognized as an IICRC Master Water Restorer, Master Fire & Smoke Restorer, and Master Textile Cleaner. He is also certified in Applied Structural Drying, Applied Microbial Remediation, Odor Control, Trauma & Crime Scene Cleanup, and numerous other specialty restoration disciplines. His commitment to continuing education and industry excellence ensures that every project completed by Lightspeed Restoration of Farmington follows the latest restoration standards and best practices, delivering exceptional results for property owners across the region.

Emma Curfman serves as Chief Customer Satisfaction Officer for Lightspeed Restoration of Farmington. As the company's beloved Chocolate Labrador Retriever, Emma specializes in greeting visitors, boosting team morale, and ensuring every customer receives a warm welcome. When she's not conducting quality control inspections for dropped snacks, Emma can often be found supervising office activities, attending community events, and reminding everyone that a wagging tail can make even the toughest day a little better. Her dedication to customer relations, treat acquisition, and unconditional loyalty has made her one of the most popular members of the Lightspeed team.

Donielle Walters serves as Office Manager for Lightspeed Restoration of Farmington and is often the first point of contact for customers seeking assistance after a property loss. She oversees daily office operations, customer communications, scheduling, billing, and administrative support to ensure every project runs smoothly from start to finish. Known for her compassion, organization, and attention to detail, Donielle works closely with homeowners, insurance professionals, and the restoration team to provide exceptional customer service and a seamless experience during challenging times. Her dedication to helping others and commitment to the company's family-oriented values make her an essential part of the Lightspeed Restoration team.

Ken Curfman serves as Program Manager for Lightspeed Restoration of Farmington, where he leads business development, strategic partnerships, and customer relationship initiatives throughout the region. With a strong focus on building long-term relationships with insurance professionals, real estate agents, property managers, and community partners, Ken helps ensure that customers receive prompt, professional service when disaster strikes. His dedication to customer care, communication, and community involvement plays a key role in expanding Lightspeed Restoration's presence while maintaining the hometown values and personalized service the company is known for.

Jeff Drake serves as Operations Manager for Lightspeed Restoration of Farmington, bringing more than 20 years of experience in the construction and restoration industry. Throughout his career, Jeff has managed projects ranging from emergency mitigation and structural repairs to full-scale reconstruction efforts. His extensive field knowledge, attention to detail, and commitment to quality help ensure every project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Jeff works closely with homeowners, business owners, and insurance professionals to guide projects from initial response through final completion, providing the leadership and expertise our customers have come to trust.

Eric Bounds serves as Mitigation Manager for Lightspeed Restoration of Farmington and brings more than seven years of hands-on restoration experience to the team. Specializing in water damage mitigation, structural drying, mold remediation, and emergency response services, Eric oversees restoration projects from the initial emergency call through successful completion. His strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to customer satisfaction help ensure every property is restored quickly and professionally. Eric is dedicated to staying current with industry best practices and works closely with homeowners, businesses, and insurance professionals to deliver exceptional service during challenging times.