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Equalizer9 is a boutique consulting practice dedicated solely to the commercial construction industry.
What We Do
Equalizer9 is in the business of helping you WIN with our core services and consulting:
Why We Do It
For the Love of the Build
Equalizer9 is a team of people who fell in love with construction for all the reasons you did.
We love to see something created from nothing. We love to see a team of people come together to make something as transformative and beautiful as a new building. We love to drive by the finished product and tell the kids, "I played a role in building that!" Simply put, we are in this for the love of the build, just like you.
Our Values
Urgency
We believe in grit, determination, hard work, & creating our own luck.
Freedom
We believe everyone should set a course In life and business that creates maximum independence and fulfills their purpose on this planet
Relationships
We create strong, lasting relationships with our clients, family, and friends.
Fun
Life is short. We will enjoy ourselves, and we will bring value while we fulfill our purpose.
Impact
We are not in this to go through the motions. We will drive our clients and ourselves to success.
Our Leadership Team
Hal Routh
President & Founder
Hal Routh is a 27 year construction industry veteran that has led teams in winning over $4 Billion in construction projects. He has held executive tenures at one large regional and two large national construction firms. Hal’s career has been hallmarked by his unique ability to spur revenue and profitability growth wherever his career took him, and in any economic environment. As a result, he has become a noted expert in creating sustained growth strategies in the commercial construction industry.
Hal founded Equalizer9 to teach, coach, and mentor construction companies in high return win strategies. Today, Equalizer9 is a leading consulting firm in the US construction industry, and has worked with construction companies in 20 US states.
Hal holds degrees in Economics & Political Science from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a Masters In Business Administration from The University of North Carolina at Wilmington. He currently lives in Southport NC, but will always call Chatham County home. Hal is married, has three grown children, and 3 very large dogs. When not working, Hal likes to play mediocre golf and salt water fish, but he seldom catches anything.
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Andy Patron
Director of Talent Development
Andy has been working in and for the construction industry for over thirty years. For the past 15, he has dedicated his life to Talent Development. He has been all over the world evaluating, creating, and implementing hundreds of talent development programs. Andy is a sought-after consultant, trainer, speaker, group facilitator and presenter. His passion for talent development comes across with every audience and he uses humor and firsthand experience to make the development experience relevant, memorable, effective, and fun.
As the Director of Talent Development at Equalizer9, Andy’s objective is to align your development program with your company’s strategic goals. He will transform your high potential people into the leaders of tomorrow and today. Andy has a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan.
Ben Routh
Virtual Construction Manager
Ben serves as the Virtual Construction Manager at Equalizer9, specializing in creating detailed visualizations for project planning and execution. Trained in 3D logistics modeling, Ben has developed proficiency in the field and excels at incorporating client feedback to deliver tailored deliverables.
Ben's career includes time as a technician in the technology integration field, where he gained valuable technical expertise and problem-solving skills. His diverse experiences equip him to approach challenges with creativity and precision.
Ben holds a Bachelor of Science in Music Production, reflecting his ability to blend technical knowledge with an artistic perspective. Outside of work, he enjoys honing his craft, staying physically active, spending time outdoors, playing music and watching mixed martial arts.
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Cameron Daniel
Marketing Manager
With over 12 years of experience in the AEC industry, Cameron is a forward-thinking communications professional specializing in proposal writing and management and the creation of high-impact marketing, design, and presentation collateral. Cameron excels at transforming complex concepts into visually compelling, easy-to-understand graphics and presentations that effectively engage clients and stakeholders. Known for her ability to deliver exceptional results under tight deadlines, she thrives in fast-paced environments where organization, collaboration, and attention to detail are paramount.
Cameron’s expertise spans across Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office365, Canva, and Final Cut, among others. Whether designing impactful presentations, crafting compelling proposals, or developing cutting-edge print and digital content, Cameron is dedicated to delivering first-class work that elevates brands and drives success.
Outside of work, Cameron enjoys traveling, spending time at the beach, and boating with her husband, Stephen and son, Dutton.
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The Equalizer9 Story
What’s in a name? The purpose of Equalizer9 is embodied within the name of our company.
The “9” is a tribute to our founder Hal Routh’s father, Bernard Routh. He was the 9th licensed auctioneer in the state and was inducted into the Auctioneers Hall of Fame. Today there are 10,000+ licensed auctioneers in his state, making his ninth place all the more impressive. His lessons on the value of a hard day’s work, hustle, and doing what’s right (even when it’s hard) casts a long shadow on everything we do.
The “Equalizer” part of the name requires a short history lesson. In the wild west of the 1800’s, there was a culture of lawlessness where a big man or band of thugs could instill their will upon the small and innocent. Hal’s great grandfather — at 5 feet 2 inches tall and 115 pounds — was a homesteader in Colorado during this era and told of these dangers.
But things changed in 1873 when Samuel Colt introduced the Colt Single Action Army. This six shooter provided an affordable and reliable form of defense that even the smallest of men could wield with great impact. The gun soon earned the nickname of “The Equalizer” and was soon the inspiration of a poem that went like this:
Be not afraid of any man
No matter what his size
When trouble rises Call on me
And I will equalize.
Equalizer9’s purpose is the same: to level the playing field. And then, go beyond to create a competitive advantage. Let us Equalize for you!
Stop Bidding, Start Winning.
Call us right now. See what Equalizer9 can do for you.
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