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585: What It Really Takes to Grow a $10M Architecture Firm with David Supple of NEDC

Nov 1, 2024
49:27

In this episode of the Business of Architecture podcast, Enoch Sears sits down with David Supple, the CEO of New England Design & Construction. David shares his unconventional journey from architecture school to becoming a leader in design-build. Along the way, he talks about hard lessons learned and how he built a thriving business with a team of 25.

David also reveals the surprising reason why he chose not to become a licensed architect and how it impacted his career. He discusses the challenges of building a company, including a difficult moment that could have ended it all. Finally, David opens up about the biggest mistake he made and how it set him back for years.

  • What major challenge almost forced David to close his business?
  • Why does David believe architects don’t always need a license?
  • Discover the unexpected strategy that helped David find success.
  • What one decision did David regret that nearly cost him everything?

 

To learn more about David, visit his:

Website: https://www.nedesignbuild.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nedesign.construction/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nedesignconstruction

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-england-design-&-construction

 

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