About Us
THE BRIDGE BUILDERS STORY…
Johnny Horton came from a plantation as a sharecropper. As he worked his 9-5 job, he dreamed of a better life for his family. After starting his own company, he began teaching his craft to others, especially the underserved community. Desiring to make an even bigger impact, he became involved with various social and civic efforts in Shreveport, Louisiana. He did what was right because it was the right thing to do. As a result, the city of Shreveport renamed a street after Mr. Horton, recognizing his impact on the the lives of countless individuals.
Johnny’s son had his share of struggles in life, but through the mentorship of other committed helpers, he is now providing support and skilled job training to other men who are in the midst of their own redemption story.
Johnny’s grandson, Chauncy Horton, is the founder of Bridge Builders. Chauncy is a licensed federal contractor with a booming construction company, and a heart to serve the under-served. Bridge Builders is not just a creative solution to an epidemic problem; it’s a multi-generation legacy that is birthing a movement of positive social and economic change.
As our world becomes increasingly disconnected, we are building bridges and changing lives.
FOUNDER
Chauncy Horton
With a rich heritage of construction management, government contracting, and business mentorship, Chauncy knows what it takes to succeed and understands the power of working together.
“No one is an island. We need to lean on each other in order to succeed!”
CO-FOUNDER
Peter Hartzell
With nearly two decades in marketing and digital content creation, Peter brings a unique and valuable perspective to solving the labor market crisis.
“When you are able to clearly tell your own story, the right people will listen. Be careful not to change your story to appeal to a different audience.Your story is the one people need to hear.”
