DALE R. HEDRICK

FOUNDER & CEO, HEDRICK BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION, PALM BEACH

Hedrick Brothers Construction specializes in construction management for commercial and luxury residential projects. The company also focuses on shoreline hardening and water quality via Hedrick Brothers Environmental.

EDUCATION: University of Florida (BS)

INSPIRING FLORIDIAN: Dr. R. Albert Mohler Jr. profoundly inspires me through his daily podcast, The Briefing, where he analyzes events through a Christian lens.

MOTIVATIONAL MANTRA: ‘Don’t let the old man in!’ This rallying cry is a call to action to keep my thoughts innovative and aligned with the fresh perspectives of the younger generation ... while integrating the wisdom and knowledge accrued from my life’s experiences.

WHAT I’VE LEARNED: The key business lessons I’ve learned involve building a team that not only has the ability, but also the drive for excellence ... the importance of being responsive to opportunities and closures, the necessity of decisive action and the importance of perseverance and having a positive outlook.

READING
“I would highly recommend Patrick Lencioni’s The Five Dysfunctions of a Team because it serves as a powerful exploration into the challenges of team dynamics.”