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Cision Canada
07-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
rcs construction Named One of Canada's Best Managed Companies
National recognition reinforces rcs's commitment to operational excellence, client-first culture, and strong Atlantic roots BEDFORD, NS, May 7, 2025 /CNW/ - rcs construction is proud to announce it has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 2025, joining an elite group of businesses that demonstrate exceptional leadership in strategy, capability, innovation, and culture. This prestigious designation is awarded annually by Deloitte to Canadian companies that excel in business performance, sustained growth, and management excellence. For rcs construction, the recognition marks a major milestone in a nearly 30-year journey of building not only high-quality projects—but also strong communities, enduring partnerships, and a values-driven culture. "We are honoured to be named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies," said Doug Doucet, President & CEO."This recognition validates the hard work and integrity of our team and reflects our unwavering commitment to people—our clients, suppliers, employees, and community. At rcs, we're proud to build more than just structures—we build trust, relationships, and lasting impact." Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Bedford, Nova Scotia, rcs construction operates across all four Atlantic provinces with a focus on commercial, industrial, institutional, retail, hospitality, and multi-storey residential projects. Known for its core values of Accountability, Communication, and Teamwork, rcs is guided by a client-first philosophy that blends high-performance project delivery with deep local engagement. The company's use of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), its vertically integrated structure under the Doucet Developments group, and its investments in technology, training, and community initiatives were key differentiators in its Best Managed Companies application. The designation celebrates not only past achievements but the continued growth, adaptability, and leadership that rcs brings to the construction industry and Atlantic Canadian economy. About rcs construction rcs construction is one of Atlantic Canada's leading general contractors, delivering high-quality, client-focused projects across a wide range of sectors. With nearly three decades of experience, a values-based culture, and a strong regional presence, rcs specializes in customized construction solutions that prioritize collaboration, innovation, and community impact. In 2025, the company was named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, reflecting its commitment to strategic excellence and long-term success. rcs is part of the Doucet Developments group of companies, offering fully integrated services from concept to keys. Learn more at or follow along on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nina Johnson named 2025 Service Faculty of the Year by Minnesota State
Apr. 19—BEMIDJI — Nina Johnson, director of the Hobson Memorial Union at Bemidji State University, has been named the 2025 Service Faculty of the Year by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees. Johnson was honored at a statewide ceremony in St. Paul on April 16. She was recognized for her decade of student-focused leadership, innovation and dedication to service, a release said. "Nina Johnson has limitless energy and enthusiasm for students, a passion for service to campus and community and a drive for continuous improvement — both in her own professional growth and in the operations of Bemidji State University's Hobson Memorial Union," John Hoffman, president of BSU and Northwest Technical College, said in the release. Since joining BSU in 2013, Johnson has transformed Hobson Memorial Union into a more inclusive, student-centered environment. Promoted to director in 2017, she introduced the Entrepreneurial Operating System to improve operational focus and accountability, the release added. She also formed a student advisory board to guide facility upgrades and programming. "She has implemented the Entrepreneurial Operating System, which helps leaders focus on six key components of business management," Hoffman said. "This change has helped the union and its staff focus on priorities and effectively and efficiently drive change." Johnson also launched a partnership with the United Way of Bemidji Area in 2019 to create Bucky's Cupboard, a campus food pantry. She has since helped secure long-term funding through the BSU Alumni and Foundation and coordinated the Hunger-Free Campus Task Force to elevate awareness of student food insecurity. In support of student wellbeing, Johnson led early adoption of gender-neutral restrooms and provided menstrual products in all union restrooms — initiatives that predated state mandates. "Nina also has embodied our core value of diversity, equity and inclusion, and has worked tirelessly to ensure that the Hobson Memorial Union is a welcoming and supportive place for each and every one of our students," Hoffman said. In addition to her work with students, Johnson has served the BSU community in numerous leadership roles. She was president of the MSUAASF campus chapter from 2021 to 2024, advised Student Senate and the Student Activity Fee Allocation Committee, and served on the Budget Advisory Group, dining services committee and Bias Incident Response Team. She also brings a strong focus on professional growth, completing certification in mental health first aid, becoming a 7 Habits trainer and providing workshops for staff, the release added. "No matter how you look at the five criteria that the Board of Trustees has established for this honor — leadership, expertise, advancement of equity and inclusion, professional development and commitment to student success — Nina Johnson excels," Hoffman said. The Board of Trustees Award for Excellence in University Service is Minnesota State's highest recognition for administrative service faculty. Johnson was selected from a competitive pool of Outstanding Service Faculty across the system's universities. For more information about the Board of Trustees Awards for Excellence, visit
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Happinest Brands Closes Strong Q1 With Strategic Growth, System-Wide Enhancements
With new franchisees, a rebranded business model and operational upgrades across its portfolio, the multi-brand franchisor is poised for continued success throughout 2025. HOLMDEL, N.J., April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Happinest Brands, the multi-brand home services franchisor with over 850 locations nationwide, has closed Q1 2025 with remarkable results across its portfolio. The company welcomed more than a dozen new franchise owners while strengthening support for existing franchisees. "I feel that we are coming into our own at Happinest," said Eric Martin, senior vice president of franchise development. "By utilizing centralization and shared services, we've established Happinest as the mothership while preserving each brand's individuality." A key milestone was the evolution of Mosquito Hunters into the comprehensive Pest Hunters-Mosquito Hunters-Holiday Humbug Lighting brand. This strategic transformation expands franchisees' potential market from the $2 billion mosquito management space to the $26 billion pest control industry. To support this growth, Happinest brought on Miguel Diaz, who brings over 20 years of experience as director of operations at Orkin. After restructuring under new leadership, ecomaids welcomed its first new franchise owners in Richmond, Virginia, and Toms River, New Jersey. "We've completely revamped our programs, products, operating systems and marketing," Martin noted. Meanwhile, the established Lawn Doctor brand continued its westward expansion into California, Oregon, Utah and Nevada. The brand also launched its innovative "Ladders Program," pairing franchise owners with mentors from just one revenue band above them to facilitate more targeted growth strategies. Across all its brands, Happinest implemented the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), streamlining operations and standardizing practices throughout the organization. Looking ahead, the company is focused on maintaining momentum while ensuring proper support for owners at all stages across its brands. This includes supporting Sparkle Squad in its first full year of franchising, bringing on 10 or more new Lawn Doctor owners, adding nine new Hunters-Humbug franchisees, and welcoming four more ecomaids owners by year's end. "The first quarter has been good. We're always very thoughtful with our growth," said Pam Murdoch, franchise development support manager. "There's been a lot of growth and activity, but it's with a thoughtful, well-planned strategy. Staying true to that strategy, we have another great year ahead of us." About Happinest Brands Founded in 2018, Happinest Brands is a multi-brand franchisor specializing in both residential and commercial services, offering industry-leading franchise opportunities in lawn care, pest control, home cleaning, window cleaning and overall exterior maintenance, as well as holiday lighting. Its portfolio includes Lawn Doctor™, Pest Hunters-Mosquito Hunters™, ecomaids™, Elite Window Cleaning™, Sparkle Squad™, with additional service lines such as Holiday Lighting Heroes and Humbug Holiday Lighting. With a customer-first and environmentally responsible approach, Happinest equips franchise owners with the tools, training, and support necessary to thrive in the residential and commercial services industry. For more information on Happinest Brands, visit Media Contact Chad Cohen, Mainland, 3125263996, ccohen@ View original content: SOURCE Happinest Brands Sign in to access your portfolio
Forbes
26-03-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Building A New Vision For Your Agency When A Cofounder Leaves
Paul David is cofounder & CEO of Literal Humans, delivering resilient growth for tech-for-good companies, B2B SaaS startups and nonprofits. getty In April 2024, I wrote an article about preserving and nurturing cofounder relationships through executive coaching. Guess what? I'm now a solo founder. My cofounder and I parted ways. Cofounders' paths sometimes diverge, and that divergence can catalyze transformative leadership growth. It did in my case. Here are some of the lessons I learned from this experience. I hope other founders in similar situations can learn from them as well. The most challenging aspect of cofounder relationships is alignment. For me, the realization that my cofounder and I had different visions for the agency's future emerged slowly. We discovered increasingly different views on fundamental business decisions and misaligned risk tolerances. Our relationship became strained. My biggest regret is one familiar to most men: We didn't talk to each other enough. It's honestly one of the biggest disappointments of my professional career. It's a lesson that I'll take forward: Just talk to your team more. Don't assume everything is good because you've hired well. The decision to part ways isn't easy, but ultimately it can be necessary. This departure forced our agency to grow beyond the two-man nucleus we had built together. What warning signs should you look for? You might have divergent opinions on hiring and management. Perhaps you lack shared ownership of the financials—an absolute must. Maybe your workflows are wildly siloed, which is likely confusing your team. After my cofounder's departure, I embarked on a deliberate path of personal and professional development. I knew I couldn't be the same CEO. I switched to a new executive coach and completed the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program to rewrite our growth strategy. We also implemented the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), which transformed my understanding of getting the right people in the right seats. We built a more robust operations team, including hiring a new operations manager with deep agency experience, alongside dedicated project and account managers. It was a hard transition, and it resulted in some difficult departures as we became more accountable to ourselves and our clients. The takeaway here is that your founding team is rarely your winning team. To evolve your own leadership, surround yourself with a brain trust of fellow business leaders you can call on when things get tough. For your team, invest the time in job scorecards and professional development tools that offer clear progression frameworks. After my cofounder and I parted ways, I decided to become a trained executive coach myself. Perhaps surprisingly, this journey wasn't about adding another credential—it was about fundamentally changing how I interact with my team. The training deepened my curiosity, made me a stronger active listener and enhanced my attunement to the team's collective energy, allowing me to better support and guide them during both challenges and successes. Processes like becoming an executive coach force you to be a novice again and get real-time feedback on how you interact with people. They are quite humbling for leaders who are used to power via formal authority. Whether it's coaching or picking up a new hobby, don't be afraid to learn a new skill that will serve as a mirror of your leadership style. One of the biggest changes in my leadership style has been spending more intentional time with our team. Regular team meals have become a cornerstone of our culture. These aren't just about food; they create space for genuine connection and informal dialogue. Now I leverage my professional network to enrich the team's development. Regular brown bag lunches with board members and industry leaders have opened new perspectives and opportunities for mentorship. This approach to professional development has helped create a learning culture where growth is continuous and collaborative. A cofounder exit is the perfect time to reset your relationship with your team. They're used to dealing with you and your cofounder—now it's just you. Be transparent about how things have changed for you (especially how hard the transition has been), and you're likely to be met with remarkable empathy and support. One of my most significant realizations was that being a visionary leader doesn't mean remaining removed from core operations—in fact, it's the opposite. My previous tendency to abdicate responsibility for certain aspects of the business was holding us back. Today, I maintain my role in driving new business while being much more engaged with internal operations. I recommend getting into the weeds with your operational and team leaders. Explore "how the sausage is made" and suggest optimizations (e.g., I worked with our content marketing lead to implement an AI tool that reduced our briefing time by half). Done right, this doesn't feel like micromanaging. It feels like support. Strongly consider splitting your time between client retention and new business, as those are two key drivers of growth. My path forward has been about creating systems that support sustainable long-term growth. Clear decision-making processes, aligned organizational culture and stronger team dynamics have replaced the uncertainty that often comes with cofounder transitions. The key is to approach these transitions with professionalism and clear communication. While cofounder relationships are often celebrated in startup culture, we need to normalize the conversation around cofounder separations when they serve the greater good of the organization. Remember: It's not just about parting ways—it's about creating the space for new growth, better alignment and stronger leadership. In my case, this transition catalyzed a series of positive changes that have strengthened our agency and positioned us for sustainable growth. We somehow matched our previous year's revenue figure when we had every reason to see a big dip. We built a dynamic new team to take us to the next level of growth. We even became a B Corp amid all of this change. The journey from cofounder separation to stronger executive leadership is about personal growth for the remaining founder, deeper connections with your team and building a culture where everyone can thrive. Forbes Agency Council is an invitation-only community for executives in successful public relations, media strategy, creative and advertising agencies. Do I qualify?
