rushmore construction , inc
a small team needs to get established on the right footing . With the right founding structure and additional assistance through initiatives that have the business ’ s best interests at heart , new ventures have a much stronger chance of overcoming the initial hurdles common to startups and laying the groundwork for sustainable long-term growth . Overall team cohesion and commitment should be among the top priorities for any new company . Building a sustainable business in the highly competitive construction industry certainly faces no shortage of barriers . Reflecting on my experience gaining a foothold , having the right team structure in place has been instrumental to our early success navigating challenges .”
Guillermo first became aware of the assistance provided by the CDABP from receiving targeted program emails . “ As a
new contractor looking to secure bonding capacity for my startup business , I saw [ that the ] CDABP offered direct assistance in this area , which could potentially address a major hurdle faced by many small firms .”
When he reviewed the program website and informational flyers for more details , he determined that the CDABP “ maintains extensive industry research resources and expertise that would be highly valuable in helping contractors overcome common startup challenges . Their focus on training , education and direct bonding support seemed directly applicable to the needs my new venture faced at the time . What stood out most was the program ’ s holistic approach to contractor development beyond just bonding , aiming to set participants up for long-term success through various guidance offerings . And the fact that all services were available at no
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Guillermo Casillas ( left ) and Felix Madariaga ( right ) at Gate 5 of LAX ’ s ConRAC facility .