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Infrastructure is intended to last more than 20 years. We build today for our grandchildren and beyond. ~ WA
Pictured here above is the Castillo de San Marcos, located in beautiful and historic, St. Augustine, Florida. For nearly 500 years this facility has stood the test of time. Literally multiple thousands have looked and marveled at its beauty, its engineering, and its military prowess. To stop and think that these Coquina stones were engineered, cut, transported and installed all by hand is something we cannot imagine today. The Bastion System facility is a credit to the Spanish engineers who designed and oversaw its completion. This particular Castillo was so effective, cannonballs lodged into the outer walls of the fort. At night, they were promptly removed and the next day sent back from whence they came. Talk about creating infrastructure that can last. Wow!
Similarly we should strive to build long term and not with short term goals in mind. With that in mind, we are excited to announce the launch of our Wayne Atkinson, Inc. blog. As a manufacturer representative, when we look at a company for the first time, we do not say, how can I make a few dollars short term. No, instead we say, how can this product make a difference and what about it’s lifetime viability. Can it last 50 years itself; or can it assist in making sure that one of our other products does just that. These are the things we look for if we are going to put our name behind it. We took the same thought process with this blog. Should we go with something new or with something with a proven track record of success. The later was the obvious choice. That is why we chose WordPress to host our blog.
What began in 1977 as a dream to carry on the family legacy of building infrastructure that last for years to come; started as Atkinson & Company, Inc. in 2001. In 2018, the company underwent a makeover with a new name and a focus on road building infrastructure materials. Over the course of the next few years much planning, organization, negotiating with manufacturers and the building of digital infrastructure took place. This did not happen by accident. Neither could it take place overnight. Proper time and leadership was manifested in the talents of acting CEO Belinda Atkinson. WAI even survived a CAT 5 Hurricane named Michael just as Belinda began the first launch that same September.
Since then, our company has come a long way. Effective March 1, 2020, Wayne Atkinson takes the helm as President/Owner. With a sure foundation, an experienced leadership team of industry experts and a focused business model, Wayne and Belinda are in a strong position to make a difference to the American Infrastructure here in the Southern US, that will last at least another 50 years or more.
As the journey begins, we invite you to join in and follow us. Hit the follow button at the bottom of the Home page. Wayne will write about topics of importance to the industry that he loves so much. We will also have guest writers joining in and sharing their voice on topics important to them. Most of all, your presence is needed. We look forward to serving you, your company, your business.
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