Eric Kovach: From the Field to the Inner Circle

What actually builds a great company—skill, systems… or people?In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, Eric sits down withSenior Estimator Eric Kovach, who’s been with Tilghman Builders fornearly two decades.This isn’t just a conversation about business.It’s a real, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build acompany culture that people stay for.They dive into:The moment Eric almost quit—and what changed everythingWhy hiring the right people matters more than hiring the mostskilledHow leadership, trust, and vision shape company cultureTurning conflict into strength through personality differencesWhat it really looks like to grow inside a company over 17+ yearsThis episode is packed with real stories, hard lessons, and honestreflection on what it means to lead—and to build something thatlasts.If you're a business owner, leader, or someone trying to build astrong team…This one will hit home.