Pub. 2 2019-2020 Issue 2

5 What is the biggest impact of being a UAPA member?What makes it beneficial? UAPA has unified the local asphalt industry, which has helped to raise the standard within the field. It’s solved a lot of issues. Companies can collaborate more, we can learn from each other. It’s not just about what’s good for a few companies — it’s about all the companies within the industry prospering. By raising the standard, owners are reaping the benefits by receiving pave- ments that last longer, with better maintenance plans. UAPA promotes education and best practices across the board. I think membership sets a higher bar for the industry as a whole. It’s been a good thing. If you look back at your career and life, what would be three things that you have learned that you would pass onto a younger member within the construction industry? Well first, you can’t be afraid of hard work. You have to be willing to put in the time. Next, ask questions. Never be afraid to say, “I don’t know.” There’s always people willing to give you answers. And last, find good people to work next to. If you’re a manager — hire them. If you’re a worker — learn from them. Surround your- self with good people. What are some professional moments that make you the proudest? I would say being involved with the I-15 Lane Gain project in Davis County, which won the 2010 NAPA Sheldon G. Hayes Award, as the single best highway pavement project in the nation. I am pretty proud of that project. The award is really prestigious, but the people collaboration on that project was outstanding. We were able to finish the project ahead of sched- ule, so this project could open at the same time as the Legacy Highway project. What does your best day at the office look like? Well first, it wouldn’t be at the office. I love getting out of the office and visiting with the crews at the pits, plants, and out on the road who are building the projects. I really enjoy interacting with my team and getting to know them on more of a personal level than strictly business. What is your favorite way to spend your free time? Any unusual hobbies? I love to be outside riding horses and ATVs, camping, hunting, and hiking. I love the mountains; we are incredibly lucky to have such amazing outdoor spaces here in Utah. I love where I live. Tell us about your family. I have one daughter, Jacey Rae, who recently had her own daughter, Hazel Rae, in March. I love being a grandpa, espe- cially since they live with me down in Sevier County and I can see them quite often. 3 Find good people to work next to. If you’re a manager — hire them. If you’re a worker — learn from them. Surround yourself with good people.