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The Թϱ Company Appoints Brad VanGorder as Detroit Vice President and General Manager

Experienced leader to oversee business operations, vision for company success

DETROIT (July 18, 2023) — The Թϱ Company has appointed Brad VanGorder as its vice president and general manager in Detroit. A proven expert in the field, VanGorder will manage the Detroit office and construction operations, leading efforts to strengthen existing customer relationships and drive business growth.

VanGorder’s work will also involve building Թϱ’s presence in the local community, cultivating an environment of diversity, equity and inclusion, and championing change for constant improvement.

As a C-level construction executive with more than 16 years of experience, VanGorder is well-versed in leading teams and managing multi-million-dollar projects. He most recently served as a chief operating officer for a construction services firm, and his experience includes automotive, technology, commercial, education, training, municipal and health/senior living.

“My goal is to provide excellent customer service to Թϱ’s clients and invest in employees to help them achieve their goals,” VanGorder said. “There are significant opportunities to foster growth within Թϱ, and I look forward to building with this team.”

His qualifications, combined with his passion for excellence, align with Թϱ’s commitment to delivering outstanding construction solutions and exceeding client expectations.

Թϱ Business Development Director Linda Rosati said VanGorder’s business acumen and industry knowledge make him an asset to the team. His qualifications, combined with his passion for excellence, align with Թϱ’s commitment to delivering outstanding construction solutions and exceeding client expectations.

“Brad’s strong track record of creating and expanding existing revenue streams makes him a perfect fit for this role,” Rosati said. “We know the future is bright for our Detroit office with Brad at the helm.”

Brad VanGorder is the new vice president and general manager of Թϱ’s Detroit office.

An active member of the community, VanGorder serves as a Youth Sports Coach and as a volunteer at Everest Academy and Clarkston Family Farm. He earned his bachelor’s degree in construction management from Ferris State University and holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Թϱ’s Detroit office welcomes VanGorder as the newest addition and looks forward to his expertise enhancing relationships with current and prospective clients.

About The Թϱ Company
The Թϱ Company (Թϱ) is a leading professional construction services firm serving customers across the United States. Founded in 1889, Թϱ is a 100% employee‑owned company headquartered in Appleton, Wis., with 17 offices nationwide. Widely recognized as a pioneer in Lean construction, Integrated Lean Project Delivery and industrialized construction, Թϱ delivers innovative solutions across a diverse range of markets, including healthcare, power, industrial, education and commercial sectors.