In this episode of Celebrating Small Family Businesses, hosts Connie and John spotlight Hesron and Karla Gomez of AJS Quality Construction. Originating from Mexico and Southern California, respectively, the couple embarked on their entrepreneurial journey in Central Texas in 2018.

Hesron, with his trade experience and bilingual skills, and Karla, leveraging her budgeting and legal background, successfully built their construction business focused on the apartment industry.

They share insights on managing family life and business, navigating challenges like industry changes and COVID-19, and maintaining a balance between risk and financial caution.

The episode delves into their aspirations, including hitting new financial goals and developing leadership within their company while highlighting the vital role of humility and constant learning in their success.

You can reach them here:

https://www.ajsqualityconstruction.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hesrongomez/

00:00 Welcome to Celebrating Small Family Businesses

00:05 Meet Hezron and Karla Gomez of AJS Quality Construction

00:38 Starting the Family Business

01:22 Challenges and Growth in the Construction Industry

03:48 Balancing Family and Business

04:20 Financial Strategies and Lessons Learned

13:11 Adapting to Industry Changes

16:16 Navigating COVID-19 and Its Impact

20:20 The Remodeling Challenge

20:37 Future Goals and Aspirations

21:30 Side Business Ventures

22:01 Life Coaching and Personal Growth

22:30 The Meaning Behind AJS

23:28 Financial Goals and Team Development

23:53 Coaching and Risk Management

28:31 Faith and Humility in Business

32:32 Family and Business Balance

39:55 Final Thoughts and Contact Information