RUSH Construction, Inc. is proud to announce that its Founder & Chairman of the Board, Eduardo Rabel, was selected as a finalist for the Founders Forum’s prestigious Founder of the Year Award. The other finalists included Don and Julie Herndon of Classic Wood Flooring, Edward and Ruth Richard of Richard’s Paints Mfg, and Travis Proctor of Artemis.

On Tuesday, August 29, 2017, finalists gathered with their families, community leaders, and other stakeholders at the Crowne Plaza Melbourne Oceanfront for the annual Founder of the Year Event. Attendees were presented with the inspirational stories behind each finalist and their outstanding companies, and all enjoyed a fantastic evening together before the official announcement of the Founder of the Year.

Congratulations to this year’s Founder of the Year, Edward and Ruth Richard, founders of Richard’s Paint Mfg. This incredible couple has accomplished so much; together, they represent a true story of success and determination.

RUSH would like to congratulate its Founder, Ed Rabel, on his selection as a finalist. “The team here at RUSH knows the dedication and perseverance that Ed has put into building RUSH Construction, Inc. into what it is today, and we are very proud to be a part of that story,” said RUSH President, William Chivers. “It’s wonderful to see Ed recognized by our community for all that he has accomplished.”