COMBA Client Profile

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T & Y Construction

Principal:    Anthony J. Burgess

Address: P.O. Box 7019 Columbus, OH  43205

Phone: 614-237-9198

Fax: 614-237-2475

Type of Business: Construction

Years in Business: 17

Scope of Services: Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction

Service Radius: State of Ohio

Number of Employees: 10

Major Projects or Clients: Shook, Inc; City of Columbus; Kokosing, Inc.

Why did you go into business? My high school and college teachers encouraged me.  My parents were morally and spiritually convicted and as a child I earned money through odd jobs and cutting grass.

Company Goals: To be morally and ethically centered.  To hire a diverse work force.  To maintain a high safety work record.  to send employees to training school to reach a profit goal of 15% return on investment.

What’s your position or main responsibility to the company? Marketing and accounting

What’s the best aspect about your position? I stick with the problem until it's solved.

What’s your worst aspectFiring and laying off employees.

The best business advice you received? To diversify our services.

The biggest business mistake you made? Loaning money to employees and getting involved in their personal lives.

Best place for a business meal?  Clarmont

What MCBAP services do you take advantage of? Planroom, seminars, and trade shows

How has the MCBAP helped your business? By providing the above opportunities and being compassionate listeners.

Tips for persons wanting to open a business: Never give up, see it to completion

Favorite Book: Unconditional Love

Favorite Food: Fish

Hobbies: Music, plays and travelling

Family: Two daughters