Episode 270: Changing the Landscape: Jack Fite on 50 Years of Fite Building Company

In this episode of Beyond Rockets, Clark Dunn sits down with Jack Fite, CEO of Fite Building Company, to talk about five decades of construction in North Alabama.

Jack shares his journey from growing up in a family lumber business to leading a multi-regional construction firm, celebrating 50 years in business. Along the way, he opens up about the early grind, navigating economic downturns, Huntsville’s explosive growth, and why optimism is essential to building strong teams.

They dive into Fite Building’s commitment to being true “builders,” the importance of investing in young talent and the trades, and how the company’s Plus 1 culture focuses on getting better every day.

This conversation covers leadership, succession planning, workforce development, and what it really takes to grow a company that lasts.

If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, construction, building great teams, or shaping the future of North Alabama, this episode is for you.

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