An active culture

PBS Contractors CEO Russell Budd found a way — work for a cause, not applause, for one — to overcome the crippling industry labor shortage.

Jim Jett photo. Russell Budd incorporated "great place to work" cultural strategies to re-grow PBS Contractors following the recession and to recruit and retain employees.
Jim Jett photo. Russell Budd incorporated "great place to work" cultural strategies to re-grow PBS Contractors following the recession and to recruit and retain employees.
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Like many Southwest Florida companies that survived the recession, Russell Budd knew PBS Contractors of Naples had to emerge from the downturn leaner — but decidedly not meaner — in order to take advantage of any potential recovery opportunities. 

 

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