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W. M. Jordan Company, Inc.
Episode 18
Thursday, 9 October, 2025
Founded in 1958 by W.M. “Bill” Jordan and Bob Lawson, WM Jordan Company has grown into a powerhouse of construction management and real estate development across the Southeastern United States. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, the company is known for its relentless pursuit of excellence, community investment, and a culture that values integrity, innovation, and people-first leadership.In this episode, we sit down with John Lawson, Executive Chairman and son of the company’s founder, to explore the history and stories behind WM Jordan. John shares how the company’s values and a strategy of continuous improvement-have shaped its evolution from a regional builder to a nationally ranked firm. He reflects on the leadership transition, the importance of empowering employees, and how WM Jordan’s commitment to community development continues to drive its success. WM Jordan’s story is one of resilience, vision, and generational leadership. John’s insights offer a rare glimpse into what it takes to sustain a family-founded business for nearly seven decades—and why the next chapter is just beginning.
