RYAN MOSS

Owner, General Contractor

Ryan Moss has lived on Anna Maria Island since 2002, but his family ties to the Island go back several generations. Ryan's grandparents, Gene and Elizabeth Moss, were recognized as Anna Maria Citizens of the year in 2003 and were named The Sun's Persons of the Year in 2004. His father, Ed, is the pastor of Cross Pointe Fellowship on Holmes Beach. Ryan and his wife, Emily, live on the Anna Maria with their two young sons, Mason and Miles. Ryan is a state licensed residential and commercial general contractor, and he has worked in construction on Anna Maria Island for 13 years. Ryan began his career as a carpenter, physically building and learning all aspects of hands-on new construction, renovations, and additions. After practicing the trade of carpentry for 8 years and learning the industry inside out, Ryan obtained his contractor's license. He since managed over 60 homes on Anna Maria Island, including multiple DEP projects. 

JIM MOSS

Owner, Residential Contractor

Jim Moss and his wife, Debbie, are both natives of Manatee County. Jim was raised on Anna Maria Island and Debbie grew up in the Cortez Fishing Village. They currently live on the island and have three children: Brent, Amy, and Gregory. Jim's family ties date back to the very beginning of Anna Maria Island history. His father, Gene Moss, was a founding board member of the Anna Maria Island Community Center. His mother, Elizabeth Moss, was a charter member of the Anna Maria Island Historical Society and is featured in the Anna Maria Historical Society's book, The Early Years. Both Gene and Elizabeth were teachers at Anna Maria Elementary School, where Jim and his twin brother, Ed, attended as children. Jim has a BA from the University of South Florida and an MA from the University of Florida. He is also an Eagle Scout. Jim has been a licensed state contractor since 1994, and has worked with hundreds of homeowners over the past 21 years. He is also a state licensed home inspector and insurance adjustor.   

Jim and Ryan Moss aren't just contractors working on Anna Maria Island. They are both locals, with deep family ties to the island, and are active members in the community.

In 1921, Elizabeth Moss (Jim's mother) traveled by ferry for her first visit to Anna Maria Island. In 1943, her family bought a house at 101 Willow Ave. In 1954, Elizabeth moved to Anna Maria Island full time to teach as one of the first teachers at the new Anna Maria Island Elementary school on Gulf drive. That's where she met Gene Moss, who was also a teacher at the Island school (the lobby is named after him in dedication to his volunteering and support).

In 1958, Elizabeth and Gene became the proud parents of twin boys, Ed (Ryan's father) and Jim.  Elizabeth always told stories of how 'busy' the boys were. She once told a story that she had to use a harness to walk the boys. When they walked down Pine, the owner of the general store would lock his doors until they had passed.  

Elizabeth and Gene Moss were models of active citizens and consistently demonstrated the importance of being part of the island community to their twin boys. Gene Moss was a founding member of the Island Community Center and long time member of the Anna Maria Island Rotary Club. Elizabeth Moss was a charter member of the Anna Maria Historical Society. Elizabeth and Gene were recognized as Anna Maria Island Citizens of the Year in 2003 and as the Sun's Persons of the Year in 2004.