Building a Builder of Choice™ Culture with Paul Winegar: Breaking Down Silos

Emma Wildermuth sits down with Paul Winegar, COO of Willow Branch Homes, as he explains how his team breaks down silos and unites every department into a single, cohesive operating system. He shares how strength-based roles, process-driven headcount planning, and clearly definedhandoffs create smoother schedules and more predictable outcomes across the organization.

Paul discusses the importance of engaging mid-level leaders to solve constraints, building stronger collaboration through clear expectations and shared accountability, and using practical, hands-on training to build understanding between teams. The conversation also explores how proactive permitting preparation—aligning vendors and subcontractors early—reduces friction, shortens cycle times, and strengthens trade partnerships.

The result is a steady, collaborative workflow and a builder that home buyers and trade partners genuinely want to work with—achieved not through flash or slogans, but through practical systems, clear accountability, and disciplined teamwork.

Guest(s):

Paul Winegar

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