Paul FrancoisOctober 12, 2022
Pepper Ohio's New Dublin Office

Pepper Construction has announced that it has been awarded WELL v2 Certification at the Silver level for its Columbus office, located in VanTrust Real Estate’s Blazer Tech I development in Dublin, Ohio.

The prestigious distinction was awarded through the International WELL Building Institute’s  WELL v2 program, the latest version of the WELL Building Standard. WELL is the premier building standard to focus on enhancing people’s health and well-being through the buildings where we live, work and play. The project is one of only two WELL-certified buildings in the state of Ohio, and the first to be WELL v2 certified in Ohio.

To find out more, visit: https://www.pepperconstruction.com/sites/default/files/docs/ColumbusWellCertifiedv2Silver.pdf

About the Author

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Paul FrancoisPresident, Pepper Construction, Ohio; President, Pepper Mission Critical

With over three decades of experience in the construction industry, Paul Francois is a seasoned leader known for his strategic vision and commitment to excellence. As President of Pepper Construction of Ohio, Paul oversees all aspects of the company's operations, driving growth, fostering client relationships, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Paul's journey in construction began with a strong foundation, earning his bachelor’s degree in construction engineering from Iowa State University. Paul has cultivated a reputation for his hands-on approach and collaborative leadership style. He believes in fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, empowering his team to explore new technologies and methodologies to enhance project efficiency and quality all while creating a strong team culture. 

In addition, Paul leads Pepper Mission Critical, a specialized company that serves the construction needs of hyperscale and co-location data centers. He ensures the company is leveraging Pepper's extensive experience in the mission critical sector over the past four decades

Paul is a passionate supporter of the Pancreatic Cancer Network (PanCan) and PurpleStride Columbus and has established the Teachers Helping Teachers Foundation – all in loving memory of his wife, Teresa Francois. Several other community organizations benefit from Paul’s volunteering efforts, including his deep engagement as a board member of Junior Achievement of Central Ohio and his active involvement with the Construction Engineering Industry Advisory Council and Mid-Ohio Food Collective. Paul is a firm believer in giving back and strives to make a positive impact wherever he goes.