How did they do it? Cooper General Contractors

 

Turns out agriculture and construction have a few things in common according to William Switzer, CFO, CIO, and Partner at CGC. As a fifth generation farmer in northeast Texas,, William grew up in the family business. After harvest time, he would head back to Iowa to help the family farm. Whether it’s planting seeds in the ground or digging a construction foundation, you can watch it ‘grow,’ both having a beginning, middle, and end. However, farming wasn’t a future, it was more of a past.

Having several roles in construction companies, William had an opportunity to help build a big company, very high level and strategic work. Although the work was a great adventure, William wanted the visible outcome construction brings.

William was really looking for a leader that would help align personal and professional goals, balancing family, a swell. Joe Flores purchased CCGC in 2023 and is the company president, giving William a chance for partnership. William admires Joe personally and professionally, his trust and willingness to invest in William personally.

One of the biggest challenges in the last year was the process of replacing the management team! The company was founded and operated for over 20 years, then Joe purchased it and made changes. Change can be hard and staffing changes take time.

William’s favorite Syscon resource is the FIT System! He calls it a ‘revolution for efficiency’ since it is fully integrated. He found Syscon through a random internet search and shared that he greatly admires what we are doing for our clients, adding that our products ‘kick-ass’!

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Founded: 2000
Specialty: General Contractor, Texas
Affiliations: Certified Minority Owned business, national; HUB Certification