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Ten Strategies Contractors Can Use to Prepare for an Economic Downturn
While current conditions within the construction industry are strong, it cannot continue forever. Putting fundamental business strategies in place now and always can help contractors weather darker days.
By Remmie Butchko
November 28, 2017
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by Remmie Butchko
Remmie Butchko has served as Georgetown Insurance Service's’ CEO since June of 2000. He began his insurance career in 1991 with Hartford Insurance Company’s Cluster Training program, following graduation from the Pennsylvania State University. He has been a Certified Insurance Counselor since 1995. In addition to oversight of the agency’s operations, he currently maintains account management responsibilities for approximately 150 local businesses.
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