From $1M to $195M: How AmeriTech Built a Veteran‑Driven Powerhouse

Andrew “Drew” DiSilvestro Jr., President of AmeriTech Contracting, joins The Contractor Growth Show to reveal how a 2‑person SDVOSB exploded into an $195M inks / $85M+ revenue federal construction powerhouse in just a few years. Key takeaways include: How Drew took over a fledgling company from a sick founder and turned it into an 86‑person veteran‑focused operation with a massive federal backlog.Why systems—not heroes—are the real engine behind stratospheric growth, and how he built processes that don’t rely on any single person.​The smart financial strategy he used to scale: starting with low‑bond‑requirement service construction, stacking cash, and building banking and bonding credibility.Why culture and intangibles are non‑negotiable: hiring for attitude, training up, and firing fast when standards slip.​​How you can hire ahead of revenue—securing A‑player talent early, then creating a roadmap so they slot in at the right time.​​The role of veteran leadership in shaping accountability, adaptability, and execution across a 22‑state federal construction footprint.​​Drew’s vision for the next 5–7 years: moving into private healthcare and life‑science work, expanding outside the U.S., and targeting $500M+ annual collected revenue.How to reward loyalty without paying for it, and why true loyalty is earned through consistent culture, clear expectations, and leadership from the top