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Duane Johns

Duane Johns has been dedicated to elevating professionalism in the construction industry for over 25 years. He entered the construction industry working on oceanfront estates in The Hamptons on Long Island, New York. After honing his skills and being involved in all aspects of high-end custom construction, he moved to Charlotte, North Carolina in 1996 and started a general contracting business with Roger Ketchum. He is currently the co-host of the Builder Nuggets podcast, co-owner of Alair Homes Charlotte, and Regional Developer for Alair Homes.

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Business

Managing Business Risk to Embrace Risk

Taking risks is necessary for growth, and the best remodelers understand that properly managing it can reap big rewards.
June 10, 2024
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Management

Everyone Should Have a Number: KPIs for Your Design Build Team

It’s rare to find a remodeling business where each team member has a goal. We’re in the business of creativity and craftsmanship, so numbers may not be top of mind. But picture...
Feb. 15, 2024
Team building and collaboration
Business

3 Key Business Areas Where Remodelers Can Improve Most

My career began more than 30 years ago, and I opened my first general contracting business in 1996. Today, my work focuses on elevating others and promoting professionalism in...
June 6, 2022