J Han grew up around the construction industry watching his father build a plumbing, HVAC and electrical firm into a small construction company in his native New York City. Han followed in his father’s footsteps, but has taken his own company,…

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Brainstorming is a well-known creative way of generating ideas to solve problems. And, sometimes, these ideas can lead to revolutionary results.

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In December 2018, commercial real estate and construction services company Ryan Companies US, Inc. (Ryan Companies) was awarded the contract to build Dallas County’s new Oak Cliff Government Center at 702 East Jefferson Blvd. The $33 million…

Trinity Heritage Construction Partners, LLC (Trinity Heritage), of McKinney, Texas, is a general contractor that has made its name working with luxury brands known the world over—M·A·C Cosmetics, Burberry, Tory Burch, OMEGA and Stuart Weitzman,…

When it comes to solving technology challenges, The Brass Effect (TBE) goes the distance. “A lot of people who work on computers don’t get on the floor or work in attics and ceilings. They think data cabling is completely separate from computing,…

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Francisco Mejia and Sean Black’s professional paths crossed many times over the past decade. Each provided complementary services to the other­­—Francisco, a framing and dry wall specialist, and Sean, a project manager and general contractor.…

General Manager and CEO Dave Reeder says he was led to Colt Concrete & Asphalt (Colt) in 2011 by divine intervention. Formerly on the fast track up the software industry ladder, he was ambitious and success-driven, leading to devastating impacts…

Being of service to others is a core principle at Dallas-based TriArc Construction (TriArc). Beyond delivering a high level of customer service to its clients in the commercial, hospitality, mixed-use, office and renovation sectors, it also…

When Oscar Orduno saw his shot, he took it–and hit the bullseye.

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Trinity Green Services’ crews usually are the first subcontractor to appear on a construction site. Their job is to quickly install the necessary erosion control before construction can commence. This critical task is designed as part of the…

When most hear the word “construction,” they envision the creation of tangible structures or buildings formed to fulfill practical functions. However, after just minutes of conversation with the Dallas County leaders and general contractors…

When leaders at the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) needed 525 feet of 24-inch pipe placed under an active golf course, they didn’t want to disrupt operations or dig up the pristine landscaped course. So, they reached out to John…

When Co-Founders Fritz Embaugh and David Baird named their company +one Design | Construction, LLC (+one), the +one part signified that they offered something extra to those seeking their services. But it’s the Design | Construction part that…

When Alex Murray launched his pressure washing business in 2004, it was just him, a bank loan, some equipment and a mobile phone. Today, the business, Lone Star Power Wash & Concrete Floors, Inc. (Lone Star) has expanded to add multiple services,…

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There is a colorful history behind TEXTON, a wholesale window covering manufacturer that has largely gone unnoticed for most of its 70-plus years of existence in Garland, Texas.

David Atterholt has enjoyed a variety of life-defining experiences. Some might say that each one is distinguishing in and of itself—but for David, it’s all come together in a remarkably grand journey that makes him someone who’s truly unforgettable.

While boat racing and roof construction may not seem like a recipe for success, it’s exactly the combination that is helping Brian Cole push the envelope in the roofing and overall commercial building space.

Leaning against his office desk, John Proctor studied the face of LaMarcus Howard. Slowly lowering an unlit cigar from his mouth, he turned to his accounts manager and told him to give LaMarcus a chance. “The rest? It’s history,” explains LaMarcus,…

In the male-dominated world of construction, female entrepreneurs are few and far between. For many women, one of the biggest struggles is being taken seriously and earning the respect of their peers.

It’s not every day that a construction project proves capable of inspiring a local community. “Exciting,” “historic,” “one-of-a-kind” and “part of the community’s DNA” are just a few of the words and phrases that Dallas County community leaders…

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In the late 1970s, the Tandy Center shopping mall in downtown Fort Worth, Texas, was booming. The hustle and bustle of shoppers, the sounds of metal blades scraping swiftly across the ice skating rink and the foot traffic of employees from the…

Rental One’s mission statement, “To Serve Others with Excellence,” transcends words on the office wall. It’s the mantra of four generations of the O’Neal family, leaders in the equipment rental industry for decades. The company’s primary business…

The prairie sky is wide and high deep in the heart of Texas, and Supreme Roofing is there to protect Texans from the bright, unyielding sun. Supreme Roofing isn’t your average roofing company—it is a national, privately held commercial roofing…

Phillip Parks Sr. started his professional career in Kansas City, Missouri, where he did a variety of concrete work for the city. In the late 1970s, Parks Sr. completed a project for a gentleman named Ken Brown, who then moved to Texas and told…

According to Donna Schrouf, director of development for Steeltec LLC in Sanger, Texas, there are a lot of ways building owners, general contractors, developers and others can approach construction using steel as their primary framing material.…

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With a focus on retrofitting and repairing the roofs of existing buildings, Longhorn Enterprises of Texas Inc. (Longhorn) provides spray foam roofing insulation solutions to commercial and industrial customers as well as schools and churches.…

Clear Environmental, LLC (Clear), an enterprise that began as a full-service demolition company in Rockwall, Texas, has evolved over the years as a result of its adaptability to market changes. In addition, the company demonstrates care for…

Phil Wright knows about training, teamwork and patience. He’s learned those things from working with his father, Ron Wright, at the family-owned Southwest Insulation, Inc. But, he’s also learned those traits atop the back of a horse as one of…

John Elmer started his business in Dallas in 1981 with a contract to remodel a Burger King restaurant and a plan to base his firm on a foundation of integrity, trust and respect. Today, Parkway C&A, LLP, more commonly known as Parkway Construction,…

Jason Ake, owner and CEO of Austin-based Professional Plotter Technology Corp., knows the wide-format plotting and printing business inside and out—literally.

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When Ramiro De La Cruz and Don Babcock, managing partners at R&D Electrical, LLC, first met a decade ago, they were both working for a large electrical contractor. Ramiro had moved to Texas from Michigan where he had started his career as an…

Core values are at the very heart of Ikerd Consulting, LLC (IKERD). The engineering, construction-grade modeling, laser scanning, forensics and consulting firm believes so strongly in its values that they are integrated in the very first stage…

There’s a worn-out old saying about making lemonade when life gives you lemons. When life—and the Great Recession—gave Eric Little the lemon of losing his job, he whipped up a fresh batch of lemonade in the form of Crimson Building Company,…

In a world full of mass production and prefabrication, it’s easy to forget the quality a master craftsman can bring to a project. Until you look at his work. Jerry Brown of Dallas-based Quality Millwork by Brownco is such a craftsman, and he’s…

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When it comes to business, Bobby Bennett, owner of Bennett Air Conditioner Recycling in DeSoto, Texas, knows that honesty and integrity are everything. “Metal recycling is a cash-based business. When we haul off multi-ton air conditioning units…

Providing a great service can mean a lot of things. It can mean efficiently helping a client, being friendly and professional, offering to do a bit extra, being available and attentive, or being skilled and knowledgeable. For Alan Greenwood,…

Although many people dream of starting their own business, few pursue it and even fewer succeed after they start. Meet the man who made not one, but two businesses a reality—Jeff Folsom, President of Alpine Roofing Construction.

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Ken Morrison, at the age of 54, has spent his adult life as part Renaissance Man, part self-described serial entrepreneur.

Born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas, Fred Thetford, a co-founding partner at Contract Bond Agency (CBA), is a straight shooter. Ask him about surety bonds, and he’s sure to lay it all out in layman’s terms; and he’s confident in his ability…

For developers and architects, making sure every building is equipped with an effective fire safety system is one of the basic tenets of producing a well-designed commercial project. In addition, code compliance is both a routine and an essential…

Have you ever wondered what local resources are available to design professionals to hone their leadership skills? Well, look no further. The Dallas Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Dallas) is the organization’s seventh largest…

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Located off State Highway 114 in Wise County, Texas, the community of Boyd sits approximately 30 miles northwest of Fort Worth and about 15 miles from Decatur and Bridgeport. On its website, the city of Boyd states that it is “a small town with…

These days when you’re looking for a company to handle your building and construction needs, some of the most common elevator pitches you hear involve phrases like “we care about our customers” or “we deliver quality” or “we provide the best…

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