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EDITOR’S NOTES Dear Readers, With hardly a moment to reflect on the holiday season, a new year has arrived on our doorstep. Although undeniably an adjustment, the end of one calendar year provides a springboard to a productive year ahead. We always look forward to publishing our new year edition because each of our features reflect an air of optimism, promise and a clean slate for businesses, organizations and municipalities as many look to implement projects and business agendas while firmly setting their GPS to 2026. Although there is a lot going on in the world right now that warrants a pause and reflection, events both at home and abroad have not put the brakes on the path to success for the organizations we covered in our January issue. Flying firmly into the new calendar year, January’s issue touched down at Liberal- Mid America Regional Airport for a clear view of this dynamic aviation hub. We had the opportunity to speak at length with the Airport Director about its masterplan ahead and firm commitment to its passengers. This airport is a shining example of the increased role regional airports are playing from coast to coast. Airports are not the only ones taking flight in 2026, municipalities throughout North America are also reaching higher civic heights. Each municipality is putting its residents first and are busy implementing master plans that range from downtown street scapes to offering a choice of amenities and new business and industrial expansion for the year ahead. This issue brings you profile features of Alamo, Texas, Bicknell, Indiana, Castle Pines, Colorado, Dayton, Texas, Lee, Massachusetts, Greenfield, Indiana, Seagoville, Texas, Dayton, Tennessee, Parry Sound, Ontario and Pilot Point, Texas among other municipalities and counties. Without exception, city officials are doing what is needed to ensure top housing, business and infrastructure projects to ensure a seamless transition to 2026. Turning to business growth, we also covered impressive and fast-growing companies and organizations, including Burg Properties, Choice NY Management, GEMCO, Kitsap Construction, Lenard Crafted Homes, Safe Life Defense, SLV Homes and Winsert. These companies continue to demonstrate leadership, innovation and produce noteworthy projects to expand their business foothold as we look ahead. Our January issue continues to bring you our popular school district series. We spoke with the Anahuak Independent School District, El Dorado Public Schools, Galveston Independent School District, Grand Forks Public Schools, Greensburg Community School Cooperation, Portage Public Schools, Randolph Central School Corporation, Rocky River City School District, Spencer-Owen Community Schools, St Lucie County School Board, Suffolk Public Schools, Tri- County School Corporation among other top school districts. All of these educational powerhouse are providing students with hands-on educational opportunities and real-world experiences as they proudly serve their communities. Happy New Year from Business View Magazine! We hope that this year brings with it success, happiness and time well spent with those you care about. We look forward to bringing the very best B2B features each and every month. Karen Surca Editor in Chief 2 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
CONSTRUCTION 19 BURG PROPERTIES Real Estate that Reflects the Heart of the Community 33 KITSAP CONSTRUCTION Building a Legacy 43 LENARD CRAFTED HOMES Building the Hill Country’s Next Standard of Luxury 53 SLV HOMES Carving Out a Custom Build Niche in Northern Ontario’s Growing Housing Market 43 VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01 COVER GEORGIA NATIONAL FAIRGROUNDS AND AGRICENTER 2 EDITOR’S NOTES 7 OPENING LINES LENARD CRAFTED HOMES NEBRASKA STATE FAIR & FONNER PARK 105 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 65 ALBANY CAPITAL CENTER A Leading Venue that Adapts to Accommodate the Very Best 75 INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FAIRS AND EXPOSITIONS Meet Me at the Fair 81 CLAY COUNTY FAIR AND EVENTS CENTER A Day at the Fair 95 GEORGIA NATIONAL FAIRGROUNDS AND AGRICENTER Economic Impact Through Agricultural Education and Youth Development 105 NEBRASKA STATE FAIR & FONNER PARK Take Me Out to the Fair 3 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
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REAL ESTATE 171 CHOICE NEW YORK COMPANIES Building the Right Mix to Deliver High Quality Real Estate Professional Expertise TELECOMMUNICATION 187 COMPETITIVE CARRIERS ASSOCIATION The Voice for the Industry HEALTHCARE 117 HEMPHILL COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT Anchoring Care, Workforce, and Community in Rural Texas MANUFACTURING 129 ASSOCIATION FOR MANUFACTURING EXCELLENCE (AME) A manufacturing renaissance 139 GEMCO Engineering Innovation in Motion 149 SAFE LIFE DEFENSE Turning Vertical Integration into a Competitive Advantage 159 WINSERT Building a Second Act as an Advanced Manufacturer with Specialty Alloys VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01 COMPETITIVE CARRIERS ASSOCIATION SAFE LIFE DEFENSE 183 149 5 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
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WITH ZONING AND REGULATORY CHANGES, CITIES AIM TO SPUR HOUSING GROWTH Opening Lines In the 2010s, in the wake of the Great Recession, the U.S. produced the fewest single-family homes since the 1960s.The result of that drought has been severe, including an unprecedented rise in homelessness. In 2025, the nation’s median home price soared to a record high, while the proportion of first-time homebuyers plunged to a record low. Last year, the median first-time homebuyer age also hit a record high of 40. The housing crisis has local governments re-evaluating longstanding municipal codes and decades-old housing restrictions and permitting processes that housing advocates, builders and others say can choke development. Dallas epitomized such efforts last year. In 2025 alone, the city slashed its parking requirements for new developments and rewrote its building code to make it less burdensome to build small multifamily buildings. Source: www.smartcitiesdive.com, Ryan Kushner, Editor, First Published Jan 16, 2026 The goals include increased housing density and quicker and cheaper construction. Read how Dallas’ approach stacks up against what experts see coming this year. The housing crisis, defined by a lack of supply and affordability, has touched nearly every corner of the U.S. “There is no region that’s immune from this discussion,” Jason Jordan, principal of public affairs for the American Planning Association, said during a National League of Cities panel on zoning in Salt Lake City last year. “What was … pigeonholed as maybe a problem mostly focused in high-cost metros in previous years is now a workforce housing challenge in smaller regions.” 7 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
only those making $100,000 or above — can afford to buy a median-priced home in the city. As of 2022, the city faced a shortage of nearly 40,000 rental homes affordable to those who earn 50% of the area median income, about $55,000. “Without intervention, this rental deficit is projected to grow to 70,210 rental homes by 2033, as job growth continues to outpace home production,” the report states. “Over the years, [cities have] just added more and more regulation. Now is the time to think about it differently,” Dallas Planning and Development Director Emily Liu said during the NLC panel. “The more restrictive you are, the more constraints you put on the housing supply.” Here’s how Dallas rewrote its housing policies and how other local governments are following similar paths to spur housing production in 2026. A HOUSING CONSTRUCTION LEADER, STILL FALLING SHORT OF NEED Dallas already issues permits for and sells more new homes than most other U.S. cities, but housing supply and affordability challenges persist. According to the Dallas 2024 housing action plan, 72% of renters with mid-range incomes were costburdened in 2022, and fewer than 20% of renters — 8 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
OPENING LINES thorough evaluation of your existing water system and the clear definition of your objectives. This foundational step requires collaboration between your engineering and operations teams to map out the current infrastructure, pinpoint known problem areas and document existing leak detection procedures. During this assessment, it is critical to answer several key questions: • What is the current estimated rate of non-revenue water (NRW) within our system? • Which specific areas of our network are likely to be most susceptible to failures or breaks? • What are our primary water utility management goals for 2026 and the years to follow? For instance, do we aim to reduce non-revenue water (NRW) by 15% or decrease emergency repair incidents by 50%? THE FUTURE OF WATER INFRASTRUCTURE: A STEP‑BY‑STEP GUIDE TO IMPLEMENTING CIVILSENSE™ IN 2026 Source: www.smartcitiesdive.com, Michael Casey, First Published Jan 12, 2026 Modernizing municipal water systems is essential for building resilient and sustainable communities. As infrastructure ages, the risks of water loss, costly emergency repairs and service disruptions increase. Oldcastle Infrastructure’s CivilSense™ platform offers a forward-thinking solution, providing the real-time data needed for intelligent water utility management. Implementing this technology is a clear, strategic process designed to deliver a rapid and substantial return on investment. With comprehensive support at every stage, your municipality can begin its journey toward a more efficient and secure water future. STEP 1: ASSESS YOUR CURRENT INFRASTRUCTURE AND DEFINE YOUR GOALS The initial phase of implementation involves a 9 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
members and budget committees. It effectively shifts the conversation from viewing the system as a simple operational expense to recognizing it as a strategic investment with a transparent and measurable return. The projected savings in water, operational costs, and emergency expenditures highlight the long-term value CivilSense™ delivers. STEP 3: COLLABORATE WITH OLDCASTLE INFRASTRUCTURE FOR A CUSTOM SOLUTION Every water system presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. Recognizing this, our team of experts works in close partnership with your municipality to develop a customized implementation plan tailored to your needs. This collaborative effort includes several key components: • System Consultation: Our specialists will review your infrastructure assessment to recommend the optimal placement of sensors and the ideal system configuration for maximum effectiveness. • Phased Rollout Planning: We can design a phased implementation strategy that prioritizes your highest-risk areas first. This approach allows you to realize immediate benefits and scale the system across your network over time, managing budget and resources efficiently. • Comprehensive Training and Support: Oldcastle Infrastructure provides thorough training for your staff, ensuring they are fully prepared to utilize the platform’s advanced capabilities from day one. Our commitment to ongoing support guarantees you maximize the value of your investment for years to come. With CivilSense™, municipalities are empowered to achieve new levels of efficiency and resilience in water utility management.This advanced technology, paired with the expertise and ongoing support from Oldcastle Infrastructure, opens doors to long-term sustainability, cost savings and a stronger community impact.As needs evolve and challenges grow,choosing a trusted partner dedicated to innovation and positive change remains essential for shaping a better future. Answering these questions provides the baseline data needed to measure success and ensures the CivilSense™ implementation is aligned with your municipality’s specific strategic priorities. STEP 2: USE OUR ROI CALCULATOR FOR A DATA-DRIVEN DECISION To demonstrate the clear financial advantages of CivilSense™, Oldcastle Infrastructure provides a powerful ROI calculator. This tool is specifically designed to project the economic benefits for your municipality. By inputting data unique to your system — such as the cost of water treatment and distribution, average repair expenses and estimated water loss volumes — you can generate a detailed forecast of potential savings. This data-driven analysis creates a compelling business case for presentation to stakeholders, council 10 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
13 TRANSIT PROJECTS EXPECTED TO OPEN IN THE US THIS YEAR OPENING LINES Freemark, a researcher at the Urban Institute and creator of The Transport Politic. BRT lines generally run on dedicated traffic lanes, while arterial rapid transit systems use existing traffic lanes, often with bus signal priority. • “Over the past decade, a lot of cities have been reorienting their investment approaches,” Freemark said in an interview. “Light rail is just very expensive for these cities, and they’re not finding the mechanism to reduce that.” DIVE INSIGHT: In total, about 150 miles of new fixed-guideway transit lines are expected to open this year across the U.S., Canada and Mexico, compared to over 240 miles in 2016. Source: www.smartcitiesdive.com, Dan Zuowski, First Published Jan 15, 2026 Cities are investing in less costly bus rapid transit over light rail systems, says Yonah Freemark of The Transport Politic. DIVE BRIEF: • More than 160 miles of new rail, bus and other fixed-guideway transit lines opened in the U.S. in 2025, and about 94 miles more are projected to be completed this year, according to data from The Transport Politic. • Cities are choosing less expensive and more flexible bus rapid transit and similar arterial rapid transit over light rail projects, said Yonah 11 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
connect two existing light rail lines across Lake Washington. Canadian cities Montreal, Ottawa and Toronto are building light rail projects. “Canada is acting a little bit more like the rest of the world,” Freemark said. “Their major cities are building a lot of rail lines and are doing so on a pretty rapid pace, and that is not true in the U.S.” These are some of the major projects expected to open in the U.S. in 2026: • Atlanta will launch a 3.1-mile BRT line from downtown Atlanta to the Atlanta BeltLine. • Baton Rouge, Louisiana, plans to complete a 9.3mile arterial rapid transit line to connect the north and south sides of the city to its downtown. • Kansas City will extend its streetcar line 0.7 miles to Berkeley Riverfront Park, while Orange County, California, expects to open its 4-mile streetcar line connecting the cities of Santa Ana and Garden Grove. • Seattle’s 7.5-mile light rail extension will 12 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
OPENING LINES MIAMI-DADE COUNTY LAUNCHES INNOVATION PILOT WITH RECYCLING APP SCRAPP Scrapp aims to directly engage with Miami-Dade residents and provide them with tailored, specific recycling information for their area, said Mikey Pasciuto, Scrapp’s co-founder and chief sustainability officer. Scrapp is also in the process of rolling out several other municipal deployments, and Pasciuto says the team will learn from its work with MiamiDade to inform future partnerships. Scrapp’s app platform is already available for users across the U.S. to access base features like interactive maps that point out recycling drop-off sites and a barcode feature where users receive recycling guidance by scanning items. By working closely with Miami-Dade, Scrapp will be able to offer expanded capabilities for residents there, such as educational features, information on weatherrelated impacts and settings for commonly-spoken languages in the region. Pasciuto says he’s excited for the company to take on the challenge of adding capabilities for MiamiSource: www.smartcitiesdive.com, Meagan Quinn, First Published Jan 16, 2026 The partnership with Scrapp, which offers recycling education and data analytics, got a boost from a $100,000 county innovation grant. DIVE BRIEF: • Creators of Scrapp, a recycling guidance app, are kicking off the year with a new pilot program in partnership with Miami-Dade County in Florida. The county has invested in several tech-centered innovations meant to boost waste diversion as its population grows. • Scrapp’s team is now working in earnest on scaling up its features for the county’s needs.That includes updating the app with regionally-specific collection day reminders, recycling guidance and the capability to navigate the app in Spanish and Haitian Creole, among other features. • The pilot is funded by a $100,000 grant from the Miami-Dade Innovation Authority, a nonprofit in collaboration with the county that invests in “earlyto-growth stage companies” to test and validate technologies. MDIA announced in November the grant recipients who won its fifth public innovation challenge, with this round focused on identifying waste and recycling solutions that could benefit the county. DIVE INSIGHT: Miami-Dade and the MDIA see these innovations as a key part of a long-term plan to reduce the amount of material sent to disposal by 40%, MDIA said. The county currently generates about 5 million tons of waste each year and has an estimated 37% recycling rate. Further complicating matters is the county’s longtime work to decide how to replace its refuse-derived fuel plant in Doral, which burned down in 2023. Officials are mulling the possibility of building a new waste campus that could include an incinerator. The Scrapp partnership, which is separate from the waste campus project, was first announced in November as part of MDIA’s Public Innovation Challenge. Clean Earth Innovations, which produces biochar from yard waste, and Fertile Earth Worm Farm, a composting company, also received grants as part of the program. 13 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
facing app, but the company does a lot of behind-thescenes work collecting recycling and diversion data for a range of diverse clients, including consumer products companies and the New England Patriots. “We’re analyzing all of their waste data in the back of house, and then running a procurement assessment to understand how they can design waste out of their systems,” Pasciuto said. The funding infusion from the MDIA grant is an important resource, he added.The pilot programs that have come from that process have helped the county constantly find “practical, sustainable solutions” to improve its waste management processes, said Aneisha Daniel, director of the Department of Solid Waste Management. Dade’s 39 municipalities and unincorporated areas. “Everybody has different recycling schedules and needs. We’ve worked with other municipalities before, but this will be a first for us in terms of size,” he said. Scrapp ultimately aims to help reduce recyclingrelated call volume to Miami-Dade’s 311 information system by providing a centralized spot for recycling information, he said. “This is the challenging part about waste, right? Consumers think it’s just one party managing the whole chain. On the waste side of things, we understand there’s more to it: a hauler, a hauling company, contracts with the municipality and, sometimes, a town recycling coordinator,” he said.“When the chain of command feels so muddy, we want one central system where residents can get their answers.” Scrapp first started in the dorms at the University of New Hampshire, and it has grown over more than five years since, according to the company website. Scrapp’s most recognizable product is its consumer14 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
OPENING LINES FAA AIRCRAFT GROUNDINGS OVER TRUSTEE VIOLATIONS SHOW NEED FOR OPERATOR DILIGENCE The FAA has long supported use of non-citizen trusts (NCTs) allowing non-U.S. owners to obtain an N-number registration for their aircraft. NBAA’s engagement on this matter resulted in a 2013 policy clarification by the agency that established detailed requirements for both the owner trustee and the underlying trust structure. Those include: • Clearly stating where the trustee entity is formed. • Verification of citizenship for all executives and voting entities. • Confirmation U.S. citizens hold actual control of the aircraft registered. Such information is required to be publicly available to those seeking to place their aircraft under an NCT. “When choosing a trust company, you want to Source: www.nbaa.org.,New Editor, First Published Jan 16, 2026 The recent grounding by the FAA of approximately 800 general aviation aircraft registered through a U.K.-based trustee highlights the need for operators to conduct thorough due diligence when utilizing an owner trust to facilitate U.S. aircraft registrations. On Jan. 13, the FAA invalidated all aircraft registrations through Southern Aircraft Consultancy Inc. (SACI), due to unspecified violations of U.S. citizenship requirements for trustees involved in aircraft registrations. These aircraft, including several dozen turbine-powered business aircraft, may not be operated unless reregistered, potentially through a valid trustee, or placed under a different country’s registry. 15 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
What Owners Need to Know. One possible bright spot, McCreary noted, comes from reports that SACI has entered into an agreement to be purchased by a U.S.-based trust company. While that should satisfy the citizenship requirement, it’s unclear how the FAA would handle reregistration of the affected aircraft. There is also the potential for greater attention by the FAA on other trust companies based outside the U.S. “The agency has always held trust companies under close scrutiny,” McCreary said. “However, trusts are valid and legal ways to register an aircraft and they’re absolutely critical to the industry. The FAA is not calling that into question.” thoroughly investigate and understand that the company does meet the FAA’s citizenship requirements,” said Benjamin Schwalen, NBAA general counsel and corporate secretary and staff liaison to the NBAA Tax Committee. “Anyone who engages with a trust company should carefully vet that entity,” added Scott McCreary, vice president for McAfee & Taft and member of the NBAA Tax Committee. “You need to understand who they are and what their reputation is. And that’s not just a one-time thing; it should be monitored frequently, like you would any other asset.” McCreary’s assessment about the SACI matter, and its broader implications for operators and other parties to aircraft ownership, is further detailed in a Jan. 14 LinkedIn summary he authored, FAA Invalidates Aircraft Registrations Issued to One Owner Trustee: 16 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
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BURG PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE THAT REFLECTS THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY LENARD CRAFTED HOMES BUILDING THE HILL COUNTRY’S NEXT STANDARD OF LUXURY KITSAP CONSTRUCTION BUILDING A LEGACY SLV HOMES CARVING OUT A CUSTOM BUILD NICHE IN NORTHERN ONTARIO’S GROWING HOUSING MARKET 18 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
BURG PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE THA THE HEART OF TH AT A GLANCE BURG PROPERTIES WHAT: A Philadelphia based real estate development company WHERE: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania WEBSITE: www.burg-properties.com 19 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
AT REFLECTS HE COMMUNITY GROWING PHILADELPHIA HOUSING THROUGH EXPERIENCE AND PARTNERSHIPS Founded in 2020, Burg Properties, a Philadelphia based real estate development company led by the Burgos brothers, has carved out a nice niche as a leading real estate developer that puts the community first. Burg Properties builds its own projectors, and also handles the predevelopment portion: research, underwriting, 20 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
development in addition to the rental end of the business. Since its inception, the company has continued to evolve, building a diverse portfolio that includes ground up development, substantial renovation projects, and an expanding focus on affordable housing initiatives. “We focus mainly on multi-family, adaptive reuse and new construction, diving deeper into new construction as the years are progressing,” shares co-owner, Danilo A. Burgos.“We love grabbing old buildings between 8 to 15 units and converting them into apartments.” With a roadmap in hand to become the leading real estate development firm in the Philadelphia region, Burg Properties is already sitting in an enviable position as we look towards 2026 and beyond. A FOCUSED DEVELOPMENT MODEL Burg Properties has been built on both opportunity and experience. Rather than beginning with single family homes, Burg entered the market directly through multifamily properties. Burgos attributes this decision to his early exposure to commercial real estate and large scale construction, which he says shaped how he evaluates risk, effort, and return. “I didn’t see any point in us doing a single family home when we could easily do a four unit apartment building,” he relays.“I saw that the same amount of work that it would take us to renovate a single family home, we could easily do a four unit.” This approach has allowed the company to grow while remaining deliberate in its project selection. Over time, Burg Properties has expanded its scope from smaller acquisitions to more complex developments, including ground up construction. EARLY INFLUENCES AND CAREER FOUNDATIONS Burgos has been continuously involved and has put his heart into Philadelphia Futures (now Heights Philadelphia). Once a student in the program, Burgos owes a lot of his skills to his work with Heights Philadelphia which played a key role in teaching Burgos the core skills to succeed in the world. He 21 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01 BURG PROPERTIES
now serves as a broad member for the organization. “I enrolled in the Philadelphia Futures (now Heights Philadelphia), a scholarship program that seeks to connect Black, brown and first-generation youth with career and college opportunities,” Burgos highlights. Always civic-minded, Burgos also serves on the Tacony community development board. Burgos, a Temple University graduate who grew up in Philadelphia and attended the city’s public schools, initially studied tourism, hospitality, and international business. While studying, his interest in real estate emerged during these pivotal college years. Observing friends move off campus and navigate the rental process sparked his curiosity about property ownership and development. His interest in real estate blossomed further when his brother would visit him often on campus and the two would discuss rental processes. His brother strongly encouraged forming a partnership that would focus on real estate, which initially started with looking into ways to buy a property on campus. That interest led to an internship with PRDC Properties, where he started in an administrative role, and gradually gained exposure to all aspects of a major mixed use development. One of his formative experiences was working on the Heid Building, a former hat factory converted into 97 apartments with a large commercial space. “I was able to see that literally from framing all the way through finishes,” he recalls. “I got to see what commercial real estate looks like on a high level. Most people start in residential, and then they move to commercial, but I started in commercial and then I learned residential.” That experience gave Burgos a broad view of large scale development, including trade coordination, timelines, and project management. “During that process, the project managers, Charlie, who had over 25 years of experience under his belt, and Roney never held back in answering any questions that I had, or teaching me as much as he possibly could. So he was a huge part in mentoring me in the early 22 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
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stages,” he remarks. Tony and David were influential in sharing what underwriting a property was like and how the acquisition process was like. BUILDING WHILE LEARNING While Burgos was gaining professional experience, he and his brother began acquiring properties independently, starting with smaller two and three unit buildings, and expanding over time to six and eight unit properties. “As I’m working these long hours, we’re also buying buildings on the side,” he recounts. “After our nine to five we would put sweat equity into these properties. It was a lot of 15, 19 hour days. It’s had its challenges, for sure. Everything you do, at the end of the day, is a lot of work. It just depends how willing you are to put in that time and effort.” In 2020 Burgos separated from PRDC Properties due to COVID. He briefly transitioned into a role with a private company, overseeing operations for multiple furniture stores, commercial properties, and warehouses. In that position, he managed maintenance, supervised more than 40 employees, and helped deliver a 100,000 square foot warehouse project. He also oversaw the renovation and leasing of a 60 store shopping center. “At a very young age, I was blessed to have people around me that believed in me and that trusted me,” he acknowledges. All of this laid the groundwork for the official launch of Burg Properties. CURRENT PROJECTS AND FOCUS Today, the company is developing projects across Philadelphia.Among its current initiatives is a 15 unit ground up multifamily development in Germantown, which the firm expects to deliver within 10 to 12 months. The company has also recently completed a nine unit renovation in the Mantua area of West Philadelphia. With a mix of others also under construction. “That was an old property. It used to be a boarding house, and we renovated it completely and turned it into one and two bedroom apartments for rent,” 26 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01 BURG PROPERTIES
Burgos expands.“We are offering it for PHA vouchers and market rate tenants. So you can say it’s a mixed income rental.” In addition, Burg Properties is pursuing affordable housing opportunities through the Philadelphia Land Bank and the Turn the Key program. “We’re hoping that by the end of 2026 we can be breaking ground on over 20 to 25 single family homes,” Burgos says. “We’ve been going through the motions of it, and it’s really just a waiting game right now.” The combined experience of the Burgos brothers brings together hands-on construction knowledge and experience with both commercial and residential development. The company currently acts as a general contractor on its projects while subcontracting specialized trades. “As you grow, either you grow your staff, or you outsource it,” Burgos maintains, noting that as project volume increases, additional contracting partnerships will be necessary. “We actually have already started looking at other options, especially because, God willing, once we start breaking ground on affordable housing, we will need to hire more people,” he admits. “But the good thing is that as big as Philadelphia is, it’s also extremely small, and the word does get around regarding somebody’s professionalism and track record. So we do have an extensive contact list and an extensive network of people that we can reach out to help us deliver all of these projects that we intend to bring in 2026.” STRENGTH THROUGH PARTNERSHIP Long term relationships are a cornerstone of Burg Properties’ operations. Burgos highlights a partnership with Jesse Smith of JLS Architects, who they have worked with since the beginning. “Jesse has been extremely influential in the success of our company and helping us push it forward and grow it throughout the years,” he says. “Every single project we’ve worked on Jesse has been our architect, and he’s been extremely valuable to us. We’re grateful that we were able to connect with him, and to have him a part of our team.” Suppliers and vendors who are reliable and solution focused are also invaluable to the company. On its Germantown project, the firm has partnered with Jeff from Carter Lumber.“He’s been extremely helpful in terms of pushing our timeline forward, responding to us, delivering things on time,” Burgos details. “It’s a new relationship that is in the early stages. But there are relationships that you can see early that 27 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01 BURG PROPERTIES
are not only important, but that are good, that are mutual.” We also work with Mel from Tague lumber who has been our supplier since our very first project He further emphasizes the benefits of long term partnerships, many of which have been established since his early days in the industry. “I’ve been able to build a big network of people that I know and people that I can work with,” he maintains. “I’m huge on building relationships, on facing adversity on projects with individuals. You see who someone really is when you both encounter an issue that was unforeseen. How you and that other person resolve the issue says a lot,, and it builds on the relationship. For Burgos, professionalism and respect are also crucial. “At the end of the day, relationships are 28 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
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everything,” he says. “The only thing I have in this world as a man and the only thing I’m leaving with will be my word.” LOOKING AHEAD As Burg Properties plans for 2026 and beyond, responsible growth is top of mind.“All of the capital that we’ve been receiving since we started, we’ve been reinvesting it right back into the company,” Burgos explains. “We’re big on living below our means and being responsible with the revenue that we’re making, and for all of the individuals that we’re blessed to be able to give work to.” Over the next five years, the company aims to build or retain more than 500 rental units, including a mix of market rate, affordable housing, and for sale homes. “Every day, it feels like we’re starting new. We’re still carrying ourselves with that same drive that drove us to start the company,” he stresses.As first generation Dominican developers in their family, the Burgos brothers are committed to sharing knowledge and 30 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
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PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n Parker Davis www.pdhvac.com Parker Davis HVAC International, owner of the Pioneer brand, provides high-efficiency heating, cooling, and total air treatment solutions. Their 2026 lineup features eco-friendly R454B refrigerant and introduces the innovative Fresh Air Mini Split. Offering manufacturer-direct pricing on everything from ductless heat pumps to multi-zone systems, Pioneer delivers “Clean Air, Everywhere”. n Campos Enterprises www.camposenterprisespa.com expanding access to opportunity within the industry. “We’re not just thinking for ourselves. We’re thinking generationally,” he affirms. “We will become the leading Dominican developers in Philadelphia,” he confidently concludes. 32 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
BUILDING A KITSAP CONSTRUCTION RAISING THE BAR IN PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE AT A GLANCE KITSAP CONSTRUCTION WHAT: A public-sector construction company defined by experience, trust, and disciplined execution. WHERE: Operating across the Hawaiian Islands WEBSITE: kitsapconstruction.net 33 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
LEGACY In Hawai’i’s construction industry, success is measured by more than scale or speed. Geographic isolation, complex permitting, and public accountability demand discipline and adaptability that few contractors consistently demonstrate. Kitsap Construction stands among them. With deep roots in public-sector work and a workforce shaped by decades of shared experience, the company has become a trusted partner to state agencies, educational institutions, and correctional facilities across the islands. FROM EXPERIENCE TO OWNERSHIP Kitsap Construction began operations in 2015, but its foundation was built years earlier through the leadership team’s shared experience at a large general contracting firm in Hawai’i. Working together for decades on state and government 34 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
projects, the team develops the technical expertise and collaborative approach that ultimately shape Kitsap Construction. George Baxter, Managing Member of Kitsap Construction, explains that the company’s launch is driven by timing and opportunity. “I got my contractor’s license in 2015 while Deja, Darin, and I were working for a large general contracting company here in Hawai’i,” Baxter explains. “The owner is nearing retirement and planning to pass the business to his kids, and I decided it makes sense to start my own company rather than stay on.” Rather than making an abrupt transition, Baxter begins building Kitsap Construction while still employed, taking on subcontracting work and gradually establishing the business. “Between 2015 and 2018, I was doing subcontracting work like painting and drywall while slowly building the company,” Baxter recalls. By 2018, Kitsap Construction fully transitions into prime contracting, applying the same structure and expertise the team has relied on for years.“We really just morph into what we were already doing,” Baxter notes.“I handle estimating and project management, Deja manages projects, and Darin runs the field. We bring that same experience with us.” STRENGTH IN CONTINUITY When the former general contracting firm eventually closes its doors, many long-serving employees follow Baxter to his new company.That continuity becomes one of Kitsap Construction’s defining strengths. Today, the company employs approximately 20 to 25 people, supported by flexible labor as needed, but the core team has worked together for decades. “A lot of the employees who work with me now, I’ve worked with for 20 or 25 years,” Baxter reflects.“We all started in the same place, and now we’re here together.” That shared history fosters a culture rooted in trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. Kitsap Construction experiences very low turnover, and the company’s workforce often spans multiple generations. Sons of longtime employees now work alongside their parents, and siblings frequently share job sites. “We’re a very tight-knit group,” Baxter adds. “Some of my employees have their sons working here now. Deja’s brother is with us as a superintendent, and I’m training him to move into estimating. There’s a lot of mentoring and teaching going on all the time.” The team’s versatility is another distinguishing factor. Many employees can perform a wide range of tasks, 35 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01 KITSAP CONSTRUCTION
projects demand a high level of coordination, compliance, and accountability, areas where the company’s experience proves essential. In recent years, Kitsap Construction has completed several full cafeteria kitchen renovations for the Department of Education, including projects on Lāna’i and Moloka’i. Many of these facilities have not been updated in decades. “Some of these schools haven’t had new kitchen equipment in 50 years,” Baxter points out. “We go in and completely from operating heavy equipment to completing detailed finish carpentry. “Our guys can do it all,” Baxter emphasizes.“They can operate an excavator and then turn around and do finished carpentry.That kind of skill set is invaluable.” DELIVERING ON PUBLIC PROJECTS Kitsap Construction focuses primarily on publicsector work, serving agencies such as the Hawai’i Department of Education, the University of Hawai’i system, and the state’s correctional facilities. These 36 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01
In a place like Honolulu, where homes are shaped by salt air, aging infrastructure, and the realities of island living, plumbing is never just a routine service, it’s an essential part of everyday comfort. Shoreline Plumbing, LLC was founded with a clear understanding of that responsibility and a simple mission: to provide homeowners with reliable plumbing solutions delivered through honesty, transparency, and quality workmanship. As a locally owned business, Shoreline Plumbing brings firsthand knowledge of the challenges unique to Honolulu residences. Coastal corrosion, older piping systems, and limited access points are common issues that demand more than one-size-fits-all fixes. By focusing exclusively on residential needs, the company is able to offer solutions designed to last in Hawai’i’s demanding environment, helping homeowners protect their investment and avoid recurring problems. Reliability is the foundation of Shoreline Plumbing’s approach. That means showing up when promised, communicating clearly throughout every step of the job, and prioritizing long-term performance over quick, temporary repairs. Whether handling a leak, installing new fixtures, or performing routine maintenance, the team takes time to explain options in straightforward language so homeowners can make informed decisions with confidence. This commitment to clear communication is what sets Shoreline Plumbing apart. Plumbing issues can be stressful, especially when they disrupt daily routines. By keeping homeowners informed and involved, the company helps remove uncertainty from the process and builds trust that extends well beyond a single service call. Every job, large or small, is treated with the same level of care and professionalism. Over time, Shoreline Plumbing has built its reputation on transparency, dependable service, and a customer-first mindset. Prompt scheduling, clear arrival windows, and efficient work practices reflect a respect for homeowners’ time and peace of mind. From the moment the team arrives to the final walkthrough, the focus remains on delivering results that homeowners can rely on. As Shoreline Plumbing continues serving the Honolulu community, its mission remains unchanged: to support local families by making homeownership easier, safer, and more manageable through dependable plumbing services. In a city where reliability matters, Shoreline Plumbing stands as a trusted partner, built for Honolulu homes and committed to doing the job right the first time.
modernize the kitchens with new equipment, exhaust systems, and finishes.” The company is also in the midst of a significant project at the Kaua’i Community Correctional Center, where it is assembling and outfitting a prefabricated kitchen building shipped from the mainland. “The building is fabricated in Oregon and shipped over,” Baxter explains. “We’re installing all new kitchen equipment and expanding their capacity. We’ve been doing a lot of kitchen work lately.” Beyond institutional projects, Kitsap Construction also delivers community-focused work, including the recent construction of a dog park on Lāna’i.“That project is really special,” Baxter says.“The community response is incredible, and we have a blessing ceremony that means a lot to everyone involved.” NAVIGATING HAWAI’I’S REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT Working in Hawai’i requires navigating a complex regulatory and permitting landscape, particularly for public projects. Inspections, approvals, and submittals are an ongoing part of the process, and delays are common. 39 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 13, ISSUE 01 KITSAP CONSTRUCTION
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