From humble beginnings to industry leader: A-1 turns 48
Employee-owned A-1 Global Holdings, Inc. (“A-1”), a manufacturer of structural building components in the Southeastern United States, celebrates its 48th anniversary. Founded in 1977 as A-1 Roof Truss, a small truss operation in Riviera Beach, Florida, the Company has since evolved into one of the most progressive and technology-driven firms in the building components industry.
“This year, more than ever, we are seeing the impact of the quiet revolution happening in how homes are built,” said John Herring, Founder and CEO. “Our industry is shifting through the power of automation, advanced robotics, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and workforce transformation. We are proud to be at the forefront, helping our customers build faster, smarter, more efficiently with less labor, and therefore lower costs. Our goal remains the same: to become a 100-year Company by staying true to our mission of Using Technology to Change the Way America Builds Homes™.”
A-1’s employee ownership model continues to define its culture. With nearly half the Company’s workforce now vested in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), the sense of shared purpose and accountability has never been stronger. “Our ESOP isn’t just a benefit, it’s a belief system,” said Jan S. Beck, President. “We believe in treating people with respect, investing in their growth, and sharing in our success. When our people grow, A-1 grows.”
Beck added, “This year we navigated supply chain volatility, rising costs, and labor pressures, but we never compromised our promise to customers. We continue to do what others can’t: deliver quality products, at scale, on time, every time. That’s what makes us the partner that builders trust for the future.”
About A-1 Global Holdings
Founded in 1977, A-1 is a leading manufacturer of pre-engineered wood trusses and its proprietary EZWALL® Innovative Framing Solution™. Dedicated to excellence in manufacturing, sustainability, and customer service, A-1 Global Holdings, Inc. is the parent Company of A-1 Industries of Florida, Inc. and A-1 Industries of Georgia, LLC. A-1 operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Fort Pierce, Florida, and Bainbridge, Georgia. All employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
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