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What does it really take to build a successful construction business rooted in integrity? Adam Ferrara, founder of Ferrara Buist Contractors, reveals the surprising path that led him from residential construction to commercial contracting and development during one of the worst economic downturns in recent history.
Starting his first company in 2007 as the housing market collapsed might seem like terrible timing, but Adam saw opportunity in crisis. "Some people crashed and burned, and through those ashes, new people cropped up," he explains, detailing how he initially focused on home additions and renovations by simply asking banks where they were still lending money. This entrepreneurial instinct would later serve him well when he partnered with engineering expert David Buist to launch Ferrara Buist Contractors.
The conversation explores how Adam's "visionary" personality complements his partner's technical expertise, creating what he calls "a three-legged stool" of complementary skills that drives their business forward. This partnership approach extends to their innovative "Design Assist Build" model, which gives clients more freedom than traditional design-build contracts by allowing them to maintain ownership of architectural drawings.
Adam doesn't shy away from discussing his faith-based approach to business, explaining how Christian principles guide company decisions: "It's not about perfection, but about putting our heads on our pillows at night knowing we've done the right thing." This philosophy manifests in how they handle project challenges, focusing on solutions rather than issuing change orders - a refreshing stance in an industry often plagued by adversarial relationships.
Perhaps most compelling is the story behind their development arm, Vulcan Property Group, which aims to build 100 buildings over a decade. They've already completed 35 projects, creating a virtuous cycle where construction feeds development and vice versa. Whether you're in construction, considering a business partnership, or simply appreciate hearing from entrepreneurs who prioritize integrity over easy profits, this conversation delivers practical wisdom worth implementing.

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