CONTRACTOR ’ S CORNER
TODD EICHHOLZ A & A PAVING CONTRACTORS , INC . ROSELLE , ILLINOIS
By Jeff Winke
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HO ARE WE ? A & A Paving in Roselle , Illinois is an asphalt paving and concrete company that has been in business for more than 63 years . Even with their long history , the company reports to operate like a startup , continually innovating and pushing boundaries designed to provide the best service possible . The company is led by owner Todd Eichholz , who is on the board of the National Pavement Expo and is a frequent expert speaker at industry events . He has instilled a servant-leadership mentality throughout the company , empowering employees to take ownership and make decisions that benefit both the company and the customer .
Interestingly , the company partners with Chicago-based Harper College , a community college with 35,000 students , to offer an on-the-job apprenticeship program where student-employees can earn an Associates of Applied Science ( AAS ) degree while learning A & A Paving front office roles such as project management , sales , and marketing through mentorship from the company ’ s well-established management . team “ We place a priority on our employees and their wellbeing ,” stated Eichholz . He credits the employee-centric management approach with the company ’ s rapid growth , and profits increasing fivefold in the past few years . Technology is also a major focus for A & A Paving , using the latest tools and software to streamline processes designed to improve efficiency . This technology-driven approach has been credited with the company ’ s success delivering high-quality work in less time , reducing costs and improving the customer experience .
WHAT WE DO A & A Paving self performs asphalt paving , sealcoating , pavement maintenance and concrete services for commercial and industrial clients , office buildings , retail centers , financial institutions , community living facilities , schools , churches , HOAs , hospitals and other businesses throughout the Chicagoland market .
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS A & A Paving has received numerous accolades and awards throughout the years . Of note , the company has been named a “ Top Contractor ” by Pavement Maintenance and Reconstruction magazine nine times and were even named “ Contractor of the Year ” in 2021 and 2022 . The company was also recognized as one of the “ Best Contractors to Work for In Construction ,” a testament to their commitment to their employees and their business culture .
A & A Paving places an emphasis on delivering quality results to its customers as evidenced in their current 225 and growing five-star Google Reviews .
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