FEBRUARY 2025: FISHER COMPANIES CELEBRATE 100 YEARS

February 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of The Fisher Companies; a family-owned group of businesses that has grown from humble beginnings into a diversified, multi-million-dollar enterprise. Founded by Ralph and Zelda Fisher in 1925, the company’s journey is rooted in the principles of hard work, determination, unwavering faith, and community — values that continue to drive the company forward as it enters its second century of success.

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What began as a small sand and gravel operation in Midland, MI, has since evolved into a diverse group of companies, covering a wide-range of industries and geographic regions. Today, The Fisher Companies span multiple sectors, including heavy civil contracting, concrete, asphalt, heavy haul transportation, aggregate production, diesel engine systems, freshwater ports, and even a championship golf course. With operations now extending across the Midwest and Southeastern United States, The Fisher Companies are still managed by the third and fourth generations of the Fisher family.

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"Looking back over the past century, we are incredibly proud of how far we've come," said J.W. Fisher, President of Fisher Contracting. "Our continued success is a testament to the vision of my grandparents, Ralph and Zelda Fisher, and to the dedication of every person who has contributed to this journey. As we celebrate 100 years, we are more committed than ever to upholding the values that made our company strong and we’re looking forward to the next century of growth and innovation.”

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To celebrate this milestone, The Fisher Companies have planned a year-long series of events and initiatives, including:

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• Creating Four Endowed Scholarships: To financially assist future generations pursuing careers in construction, endowed scholarships have been created in Michigan at the Midland Area Community Foundation, the Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation and the Bay Area Community Foundation.  In Kentucky, a scholarship has been created at the Community Foundation of South Central Kentucky.

• Continuing a Legacy of Community Support: For the past century, supporting community organizations and initiatives has been a cornerstone of Fisher Companies' values. As the company embarks on its second century of business, this commitment to the community and its people is being proudly renewed.

• Client, Employee, Public Celebrations: A series of special events and appearances are being planned to honor the companies’ employees, clients, and industry partners – all of whom have been integral to the companies’ century of success.

 

Additionally, Fisher Companies will continue to focus on innovation and strategic growth, ensuring that its second century will be defined by the same entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence that has always been a hallmark of the Fisher name.
 

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About The Fisher Companies:

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Founded in 1925 by Ralph and Zelda Fisher, The Fisher Companies are a family-owned and operated group of businesses based in Michigan and Kentucky. The company has grown over the decades to become a leader in various heavy construction industries, all while remaining under the leadership of third and fourth generations of the Fisher family. Today, the company portfolio includes a range of integrated companies:

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• Fisher Sand & Gravel - Midland, MI

• Fisher Contracting - Midland, MI and Franklin, KY

• Central Concrete - Mt. Pleasant, MI; Alma, MI; Clare, MI

• Fisher Transportation - Mt. Pleasant, MI

• Central Asphalt - Mt. Pleasant, MI

• Fisher Construction Aggregates - Mt. Pleasant, MI and Harrison, MI

• Bay Aggregates - Bay City, MI

• Port Fisher Terminals - Bay City, MI

• Midland Engine - Midland, MI

• Bucks Run Golf Club - Mt. Pleasant, MI