This Friday Ancon Construction is sponsoring a summer film series at the Goshen Theater. We are proud to present Raiders of the Lost Ark and bring Indiana Jones back to the big screen! Bring your families out to the Goshen Theater this Friday and enjoy the movie complete with free admission! To learn more check out Goshen Theater’s website. Ancon Construction is a proud supporter of the Goshen Theater and we invite you tomorrow to be our guest.
Ancon is thrilled to announce that Ryan Kring has joined the Ancon team as Vice President of Business Development. Ryan, who received a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication from Purdue University in 2002, recently served as Sales Manager at Burkhart Advertising and as Senior Account Executive for Burkhart Sign Systems. Ryan’s roles at Ancon and with Senior Vice President Gary Wetzel include: New Business Development in New Construction and Renovation, Working/Volunteering in the Community, Directing New Marketing Initiatives, Action Planning, Strategic Organization Planning, Maintaining Customer Relationships and Developing New Relationships, Developing and Maintaining Relationships with Local, Regional, and National Architecture Firms, and Problem Solving.
Ryan, who resides in South Bend with his wife Amy has three children. He is currently President of Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) South Bend, Secretary of South Bend Alumni Association, and Active Rotarian.
When asked “Why the career move to Ancon?” Ryan’s response is this – “I smile every time people ask me, “Why did you go to work for Ancon”? I smile because I have been recommending Ancon Construction to businesses and institutions for the past ten years while I was working in the custom sign manufacturing industry. Signs are a product that Ancon sometimes supplies for their customers so I had the privilege to work with Ancon over the last 10 years where I have gotten to know the people, the culture and their integrity. When I was approached by Ancon to discuss the open position everything felt comfortable and very organic. The driving factor was the people that Ancon has in place and the support they provide me. That solid foundation, pardon the construction pun, gives me the confidence to do what I do best and reach my maximum potential. Community is very important to me and Ancon, and all the employees, are heavily involved in all the surrounding counties.
My thought when it came down to letting Ancon know if I was coming aboard boiled down to this – I have been referring them for 10 years, I respect the company, culture and the way they do business. Why would I not want to surround myself with high level people who care and have a culture that encourages success? I smile, because in the end it was a no brainer 10 years in the making…”.
Ancon and Goodwill Industries of Michiana are excited to partner on a new Goodwill Store and Career Center near Concord Mall. The new store is in the same shopping center as the planned Martin’s Super Markets store. Work is set to commence this week.
The Goodwill Store and Career Center, designed and to be built by Ancon, will be overseen by Project Manager Doug VonGunten and Field Superintendent Chris Cormican and is expected to be complete towards the end of October.
Debie Coble – President and CEO of Goodwill Industries of Michiana reflected on her experience thus far with Ancon by stating: “Ancon has been there for Goodwill. Goodwill knows that Ancon will deliver as promised. They listen to what we want, and are very good about giving suggestions on ways that we can improve our buildings, while leaving the decision up to Goodwill. It’s the building we want, but with their expertise it’s the building we need. Having Ancon as our partner on our building projects, I don’t have to worry.”
On Thursday, April 14, the Potawatomi Zoo hosted a VIP ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil the new Endangered Species Carousel and plaza. The new carousel, featuring 18 hand-crafted animals, is part of a multi-phase entrance plaza project – which has been in the works for many years. Ancon Construction is the Architect of Record and General Contractor for the multi-phase project.
The Executive Director of Potawatomi Zoo Marcy Dean says, “I think it’s going to build a lot of excitement. It’s right here at the front of the zoo, you can hear the music in the park, and I think people will just be so thrilled to ride it.” The Carousel is now open to the general public and tickets cost $2 per person.
“The Potawatomi Zoo is a life long partner with Ancon. We have designed and built many projects in recent years and we look forward to an exciting future with the zoo! It is one of our area’s greatest treasures!”, stated Ancon Designer Matthew VanSoest.
Potawatomi Zoo reflects on their relationship and experience with Ancon by stating: “The success of many projects has led Ancon to become one of our partners in growth, continuing to stand by the Potawatomi Zoo as both builders and supporters of projects in our unique environment. The ability for Ancon Construction to listen and adapt to the needs of the Zoo with specific architecture and landscapes have been key to the success of this relationship.”
For more information on the Potawatomi Zoo visit www.potawatomizoo.org.
The South Bend Cubs Patio project was completed days before the team’s opening game day. The patio, which provides a unique viewing experience for an additional 114 spectators, is located off the second floor of the Performance Center. The project was overseen by Architect JPR and General Contractor Ancon Construction.
The new space, overlooking Four Winds Field, is a beautiful addition to the “node along a network” concept of the overall ball park. The “node along a network” concept reflects the unique spatial experiences around the ball park that provide visitors of all ages a memorable and enjoyable “day at the park”. Other nodes include the Cubs Den team store, Tiki Hut, splash pad, inflatable playgrounds, the Performance Center, a bustling concourse, and different seating/viewing areas.
A new T-Mobile Store is coming to Goshen Village! Ancon Construction will oversee the construction build-out project.