Join Us in Celebrating Ancon Construction’s New Corporate Office

Join Us in Celebrating Ancon Construction’s New Corporate Office

by | Jun 27, 2024 | Ancon News

DATE: Tuesday, August 6, 2024

TIME: 4:00 to 6:30 pm

LOCATION: 2121 W Wilden Ave, Goshen, IN 46528

Ancon Construction is delighted to invite you and the community to a significant milestone celebration — the ribbon-cutting ceremony for our new corporate office! The event will take place on Tuesday, August 6, from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. at 2121 W. Wilden Avenue in Goshen, Indiana.

The project, initiated in November 2023, converted the 24,000-square-foot former Furnitureland store into our new corporate office. Leveraging our expertise in revitalizing existing structures, we designed and renovated our new office space.

We are so excited to unveil our new corporate office, a testament to our nearly 50 years of excellence in the commercial construction industry. This event marks months of hard work and dedication, reflecting our commitment to our Employee-Owners and the Goshen community.

“This project has been so much more than just renovating a building,” reflects Doug VonGunten, Ancon President. “I have dreamt of this day for years! It represents who we are as Employee-Owners while showcasing Ancon’s true design-build culture. It also reflects the core of our day-to-day operations and will be a place where our entire team will be able to come together and thrive. We’re excited to transition into this transformed space, one that better reflects the work that we do while bringing new life to an empty building in our hometown of Goshen.”

Following the ribbon-cutting event, you are invited to tour the building. Light refreshments will be available.

Key Features of our New Corporate Office:

  • Utilization of natural daylight for a sustainable and inviting atmosphere
  •  Open and collaborative workspaces fostering creativity and teamwork
  • Diverse meeting areas catering to various work styles and needs
  • A central hub offering amenities such as a café, training room, outdoor patio, and lawn space, promoting employee well-being and engagement
  • A unique selection of materials and colors showcasing Ancon’s commitment to quality and innovation

Join us on Tuesday, August 6th, as we commemorate this momentous occasion.

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, August 6th

Time: 4:00 – 6:30 pm

Location: 2121 W. Wilden Avenue, Goshen, Indiana

 

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

 

 

About Ancon Construction:
Ancon Construction is a leading commercial design-build contractor offering services such as planning, architectural design, construction, remodeling, and maintenance. Headquartered in Goshen, Indiana, the company is 100% employee-owned and has been a cornerstone of the Michiana community’s architectural and construction landscape since 1975.

For more information about Ancon Construction, contact Amy Self, Ancon Construction’s Marketing Manager, at 574.533.9561, aself@anconconstruction.com, or visit anconconstruction.com.

Ancon Construction Celebrates Several Awards from Ceco Building Systems

Ancon Construction Celebrates Several Awards from Ceco Building Systems

by | Jun 21, 2024 | Ancon News

Pictured left to right is Geramie Hancock District Sales Manager of Indiana & Western Kentucky at Ceco Building Systems; Cody Johnson Regional Sales Manager of the Great Lakes Region at Ceco Building Systems/Cornerstone Building Brands; Ben King, Architect at Ancon Construction; Ryan Kring, VP of Business Development at Ancon Construction; Austin Hess VP of Sales at Cornerstone Building Brands; Matt Ackley President at Shelter Solutions/Cornerstone Building Brands. 

 

 

Ancon Construction Celebrates Several Awards from Ceco Building Systems

 

Ancon Construction is proud to announce a series of achievements, having been honored with several awards from Ceco Building Systems’ National Builder Meeting, including the Million Dollar Club and Top 25 Builder of the Year. These accolades highlight Ancon Construction’s contributions to the commercial construction industry and demonstrate their commitment to excellence and innovation through their true design-build process.

Ancon Construction won several awards and dominated Ceco’s automotive, office, and warehouse & storage categories, showcasing their versatility and excellence across a broad spectrum of projects.

  • Office Category: The Aluminum Insights, Inc. design-build project in Syracuse, Indiana, spanning over 75,000 square-feet, sets new industry standards exemplifies cutting-edge design and efficiency, facilitating swift sample extrusions and lean production.
  • Warehouse & Storage Category: The Vandeleigh Industries / Soaring Rail, LLC design-build project in Elkhart County, Indiana, redefines warehousing with 500,000-square-feet of premium storage and rail access. Each tenant space is equipped with individual rail spurs under a canopy, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics.
  • Automotive Category: The Wag n’ Tails design-build project in Granger, Indiana, exemplifies Ancon Construction’s innovative design-build process. This 22,000-square-foot facility seamlessly combines office space with a showroom for mobile pet grooming vehicles.

The Wag n’ Tails project not only secured a win for Ancon Construction in the Automotive category win but also earned the 22/23 Building of the Year title. This honor highlights the project’s impact and Ancon Construction’s significant contribution to the industry.

“We are incredibly proud of Ancon Construction’s outstanding achievements and their unwavering commitment to excellence in the construction industry. Their recognition in the Million Dollar Club and as a Top 25 Builder, along with their remarkable photo awards, truly showcase their versatility and dedication to quality. The Wag n’ Tails project exemplifies their innovative approach and excellence in design and functionality, making it a standout in the Automotive category and earning the prestigious 22/23 Building of the Year title. Ancon Construction continues to set the bar high, and we are honored to celebrate their success and contribution to the industry, ” shared Geramie Hancock, District Manager for Ceco Building Systems.

About the Photo Awards: The Photo Awards program recognizes outstanding efforts and exceptional projects within the metal building industry. Submissions are evaluated based on exterior attractiveness, construction skill, and effective use of Ceco products. Winners gain enhanced visibility through various Ceco channels.

About the Million Dollar Awards: These awards recognize achievements based on shipment milestones in 2022 and 2023, spotlighting partners who have reached or surpassed significant shipping dollar thresholds.

About the Top 25 Awards: This recognition celebrates builders who have not only met but exceeded revenue milestones, securing a place among the top 25 builders for Ceco Building Systems.

About Ancon Construction: Ancon Construction is a leading commercial design-build contractor offering services such as planning, architectural design, construction, remodeling, and maintenance. Headquartered in Goshen, Indiana, the company is 100% employee-owned and has been a cornerstone of the Michiana community’s construction and architectural landscape since 1975.

For media inquiries or further information, please contact Amy Self, Ancon Construction’s Marketing Manager, at 574.533.9561, aself@anconconstruction.com, or visit anconconstruction.com.

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Office Category
Automotive Category
Vandeleigh Industries / Soaring Rail, LLC
Bristol, IN
Warehouse & Storage Category
About Ancon Construction:
Ancon Construction is a leading commercial design-build contractor offering services such as planning, architectural design, construction, remodeling, and maintenance. Headquartered in Goshen, Indiana, the company is 100% employee-owned and has been a cornerstone of the Michiana community’s architectural and construction landscape since 1975.

For more information about Ancon Construction, contact Amy Self, Ancon Construction’s Marketing Manager, at 574.533.9561, aself@anconconstruction.com, or visit anconconstruction.com.

Derek’s Decade Journey with Ancon Construction

Derek’s Decade Journey with Ancon Construction

by | Jan 2, 2024 | Ancon News

 

Derek embarked on his journey in the world of construction a decade ago with Ancon Construction. It was a challenging time economically and armed with his freshly earned college degree, he hit the pavement, dropping off resumes at local construction companies. Ancon, foreseeing the future, was among the few construction companies at the time that were hiring. Little did he know this would mark the beginning of a fulfilling career.

He started his academic journey in Civil Engineering at Michigan Tech in the Upper Peninsula but found his true passion in construction management. Derek noted growing up he discovered a love for deconstructing things to understand their inner workings. The economic aspect of the industry also appealed to him – the art of value engineering, strategizing for short-term investments that would pay off in the long run.

Ancon, in contrast to other places, has always stood out to Derek for its people-oriented culture. The company is large enough to handle substantial projects with job security yet foster a sense of belonging like one big family.

Throughout his career, Derek has worn many hats. Beginning as part of the concrete crew, he experienced various roles – from a general laborer to the steel crew. He even explored the Project Manager role in Ancon’s Building Services (ABS) division for a year before returning to the field as a lead carpenter. About five years ago, he transitioned into the role of superintendent, a position he finds to be a perfect balance of hands-on work, leadership, and collaboration.

Memorable projects have defined his journey, such as the Goodwill Excel Center in South Bend and Ethos Science Center. Both projects transformed an older building back into something useful.

What he appreciates most about his current role is the variety it offers. Most projects run for about six months to a year, preventing monotony work as locations and projects change regularly. It’s a dynamic field that keeps things interesting.

If there’s one piece of advice, he’d offer to those entering the construction industry, it’s to “never shy away from opportunities. Treat yourself as a product – the more skills you acquire, the more valuable you become. Diversify your knowledge and expertise; you never know when it might come in handy when leading a project site.”

About Ancon Construction:
Ancon Construction is a leading commercial design-build contractor offering services such as planning, architectural design, construction, remodeling, and maintenance. Headquartered in Goshen, Indiana, the company is 100% employee-owned and has been a cornerstone of the Michiana community’s architectural and construction landscape since 1975.

For more information about Ancon Construction, contact Amy Self, Ancon Construction’s Marketing Manager, at 574.533.9561, aself@anconconstruction.com, or visit anconconstruction.com.

Ground Broken on Ancon Construction’s New Corporate Office

Ground Broken on Ancon Construction’s New Corporate Office

by | Nov 21, 2023 | Ancon News

From left are Nick Kieffer, Goshen Chamber; Don Carrico Ancon’s Director of Operations & Safety;  Rhett Fisher, Ancon’s CFO; Ryan Kring, Ancon’s VP of Business Development; Doug VonGunten, Ancon’s President; John Place, Ancon’s past president and current Ancon Chairman of the Board; Jan Farren, Ancon board member; Katy Sonner, Executive Assistant at City of Goshen; Joanna King, Indiana State Representative

 

Ground Broken on Ancon Construction’s New Corporate Office

Ancon Construction marked a significant milestone as they broke ground last week for their new corporate office at 2121 Wilden Ave., in Goshen, Indiana. This event kicked off the renovation of the former Furnitureland building, which will become the future home of Ancon Construction’s corporate headquarters. Ancon is relocating from its current Elkhart Road location.

The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by approximately 50 individuals, including Ancon Employee-Owners, board members, Goshen Chamber staff, elected officials, and other friends of Ancon Construction.

Doug VonGunten, President of Ancon Construction, highlighted the project as a symbol of Ancon’s future, coinciding with its upcoming 50th business anniversary in 2025. The decision to relocate and renovate stems from outgrowing their current office space and the need for new offices that better represent the work of Ancon’s Employee-Owners.

Ancon Construction, a commercial design-build contractor in Goshen, Indiana, has played a pivotal role in shaping the Michiana community’s architectural and construction landscape since 1975. As a 100% employee-owned company since 1999, this move represents a strategic investment in the next 50 years of Ancon Construction.

Ben King, Ancon Construction architect, expressed excitement about the project, foreseeing a more collaborative and modern office space. He emphasized the creation of a campus fostering relationships between office and field staff.

The new corporate office, transforming 24,000 square feet of the former Furnitureland store acquired in 2022, will symbolize Ancon’s award-winning work and dedication to their Employee-Owners. Key design features include natural daylight, open and collaborative workspaces, various meeting areas, and a central hub featuring a café, training room, outdoor patio, and lawn space. This transformation reflects Ancon’s dedication to quality and innovation.

“This project is more than just a building,” reflected VonGunten. “It will represent who we are as Employee-Owners and will be a place where our team can thrive. We’re excited to transform this building to better reflect the work that we do.”

Ancon Construction will transform the former Furnitureland store on Wilden Avenue in Goshen, Indiana, into their new corporate office. Above, is a picture of the old Furnitureland building, and below is a glimpse of the transformation into the future Ancon Construction corporate office.

 

About Ancon Construction:
Ancon Construction is a leading commercial design-build contractor offering services such as planning, architectural design, construction, remodeling, and maintenance. Headquartered in Goshen, Indiana, the company is 100% employee-owned and has been a cornerstone of the Michiana community’s architectural and construction landscape since 1975.

For more information about Ancon Construction, contact Amy Self, Ancon Construction’s Marketing Manager, at 574.533.9561, aself@anconconstruction.com, or visit anconconstruction.com.

Ancon Construction Shares Award with Wag’n Tails

Ancon Construction Shares Award with Wag’n Tails

by | Nov 21, 2023 | Ancon News

Pictured L to R: Doug VonGunten, Ancon President; Obadiah Counsellor, Wag’n Tails Controller; Dennis Gnetz, Wag’n Tails CEO; Steve Wedding, Wag’n Tails CFO; Jason Mills, Wag’n Tails Director of Marketing; Tim Schrock, Ancon Project Manager

 

Ancon Construction Shares Award with Wag’n Tails

Ancon Construction was pleased to share the Excellence in Construction (EIC) award from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Indiana/Kentucky with Wag’n Tails.

The ABC of Indiana/Kentucky Award of Excellence program, recognizing outstanding projects, signifies the high standards upheld by Merit Shop contractors, showcasing the exceptional quality of work by ABC-affiliated companies.

Wag’n Tails, a leader in the mobile pet grooming industry, entrusted Ancon Construction with designing and constructing a corporate office and showroom complex. Utilizing a pre-engineered metal building, they created a flexible warehouse showroom, enhancing customer experience and product quality.

Dennis Gnetz, CEO of Wag’n Tails, expressed, “We chose to partner with Ancon Construction because of their exceptional customer service, vision, and craftsmanship. So, I wasn’t surprised when I heard that Ancon Construction had received an award. Their exceptional work not only reflects their commitment to excellence but also their ability to bring our vision to life in a remarkable way.”

Doug VonGunten, President of Ancon Construction, emphasized that the recent ABC Awards highlight their team’s skills in design-build projects and underscore their commitment to excellence. He expressed pride in the hard work of their Employee-Owners and excitement for future accomplishments.

About Ancon Construction:
Ancon Construction is a leading commercial design-build contractor offering services such as planning, architectural design, construction, remodeling, and maintenance. Headquartered in Goshen, Indiana, the company is 100% employee-owned and has been a cornerstone of the Michiana community’s architectural and construction landscape since 1975.

For more information about Ancon Construction, contact Amy Self, Ancon Construction’s Marketing Manager, at 574.533.9561, aself@anconconstruction.com, or visit anconconstruction.com.