Listen to the latest episode of Constructing Greatness with Nicolas Ofak and learn about Ed DeAngelis, the CEO of EDA Contractors, Inc. Ed discusses his upbringing, why he decided to go to college, his first steps in the construction industry, and why he decided to get into roofing. The podcast episode delves into the nuts and bolts of Ed’s approach to business and leadership, which led EDA Contractors to rank three years in a row in the top 5 of the Top Workplaces in Philadelphia list, a recognition given by the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Some Questions Asked:
- As a kid, before college, were you a creative kid? And where did you see yourself taking your career? (5:03)
- After you graduated, what got you into the roofing business? (9:10)
- How do you manage the pieces of construction you’re not responsible for in a job? You know, glazing systems, curtain walls, storefronts (17:09)
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- What rocketed Ed’s entrepreneurial spirit during his childhood (6:09)
- EDA Contractors company’s 10 years warranty policy (12:13)
- The importance of emotional intelligence in Ed’s approach to leadership (22:09)
- The importance of encouraging and preparing employees to become independent and start their own thing if they want to (26:46)
- what it means for Ed to be successful and what as a company leader is he aiming to do in the following years (36:15)
- Valuable insights and advice for young people interested in developing a career in the trades (41:40)
