Located in the heart of South Frontenac, this father and son team of Mike and Ben Gossage reflects local entrepreneurship and community growth.
The company has been providing services such as septic excavation, building demolition, foundations, and land clearing for residential homes since they started. In 2016, with a clear vision for future operations, Mike Gossage worked with Frontenac Business Services to finance the start-up funds that would help him evolve from landscaping to large excavation. The financial assistance from Frontenac Business Services made it possible for Gossage Excavating to purchase equipment allowing them to take on projects and expand service delivery.
Today, Gossage Excavating has made recent investments in new dump trucks and additional equipment, which has permitted expanded business opportunities. The company is booking projects well into next year, reinforcing the development and growth happening in Frontenac County.
Three pieces of advice that Mike Gossage would share with budding entrepreneurs: do your homework on markets, understand and be in contact with the right people, and manage your finances cautiously to avoid overextension. “Put your head down, work hard and learn from every mistake,” Mike advises. His hard work, dedication, and planning created a culture of commitment and quality recognized in the industry.