b'We all carry the name.To everyone whos built with us, partnered with us or called this company homethank you. The Korte Company has always been about more than construction. Its about building up people who take ownership in their work, always leading, wherever they stand.Leadership here isnt limited to a corner office. Its seen in the way someone solves a problem on site, how they mentor a teammate or how they refuse to stop at good enough. Ownership isnt something you sign for. Its something you do every day, no matter your title.Ive come to believe the best leadership simply sees what needs to be done and does it, for the good of the team. That mindset is what built this company and carries us forward. Ralph believed in that kind of leadership. He created this company not as a namesake but as a foundation for others to build upon.Today, that same spirit lives in every project, every partnership and every person who takes on the work. Whether or not your last name is Korte, youre part of this family. Youre part of something built on trust, humility and shared responsibility a company thats still proud to say The Job is the Boss.Thank you for leading from where you are. Thank you for owning what you do. And thank you for helping us continue to Build Smart, together.Lets keep building what matters mosteach other. With gratitude, Brent KortePresident & CEO'