SE01E40 Turning a Building Supply Business into a Value Added Platform | Jason Cohen

In this conversation, Jason Cohen, CEO of Northeast Group Holdings, shares his unique journey from Wall Street to the wood market, detailing the lessons learned along the way. He discusses the challenges faced when taking over a struggling family business and the strategic decisions made to turn it around, including focusing on custom solutions and building a strong leadership team. Jason emphasizes the importance of resilience, adaptability, and creating a sustainable growth strategy as he aims to grow the business significantly in the coming years.Key Takeways:Jason's journey spans Wall Street, Walmart, and the wood market.Resilience learned during the 2008 financial crisis shaped his leadership.Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurial roles requires adaptability.Key decisions included divesting unnecessary assets and stabilizing revenue.Building a strong leadership team was crucial for the turnaround.The pandemic created unexpected growth opportunities in the building market.Focusing on custom solutions helped differentiate the business.Consolidating brand and culture across multiple locations was essential.Investing in infrastructure is necessary for sustainable growth.Jason aims to grow the business to over $100 million sustainably.Connect with Jason https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-cohen-2175594/