Jonathan Russell, 38

A new Florida resident built a $30 million construction business in four years.


Jonathan Russell holds up a picture of his mom and dad, who double as his mentors.
Jonathan Russell holds up a picture of his mom and dad, who double as his mentors.
Photo by Mark Wemple
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For anyone who’s followed demographic and population trends in Florida over the past few years, Jonathan Russell’s story will sound familiar. About four years ago, while in his mid-30s, he relocated from Houston to St. Petersburg, giving up a promising career with Turner Construction Co., one of the largest contractors in the country, to follow his entrepreneurial dreams. 

 

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