Bob Lester

CEO of Dura-Seal

Bob Lester is president and CEO of Dura-Seal, a sealcoating, asphalt and concrete services company. He has worked in the paving industry for over 20 years, leading two buyouts, an acquisition and the sale of an equipment manufacturing company at Dura-Seal. Prior to joining the company, Lester studied business finance at Otterbein University.

In the long term, sustainability practices will continue changing due to regulation and innovation, but construction companies that adapt early on will attract customers who want to work with partners who have a proven track record.

Taking a Sustainable Approach to Pavement Maintenance in 2021

As climate change becomes a broader conversation, there will likely be changes across many industries in the coming decades. Companies in the construction industry can do their part now to help make their operations more sustainable

A focus soley on profit may lead contractors to drop the ball on certain aspects of their businesses that seem less important, like team culture.

Investing in Team Culture Helps Retention and Your Bottom Line

Failing to prioritize your company’s culture is a big mistake that can cost owners far more than the investment required to create a healthy culture in the first place.