In this episode of Cultivate CNY, host Alex Canavan sits down with Andy Breuer, President of Hueber-Breuer Construction Co., Inc. and the sixth-generation leader of Central New York’s oldest continuously operating construction company.
Andy shares the remarkable story of a family legacy that spans more than 150 years, beginning with his ancestors—stone masons working on the Erie Canal—and continuing today through some of the region’s most iconic projects, including the NYS Fairgrounds Expo Center, the Lakeview Amphitheater, and the INspyre Innovation Hub.He reflects on the values that have sustained Hueber-Breuer across generations, the responsibility of stewarding a historic CNY institution, and his passion for strengthening the community through both construction and civic leadership.
Andy also talks about his roles with the Central New York Community Foundation and the Syracuse Area Landmark Theatre, and how giving back has shaped his approach to business and service.
🏗️ A conversation about legacy, leadership, and building the future of Central New York.
💬 Topics we cover:
- Andy’s journey into a sixth-generation family business
- The history and evolution of Hueber-Breuer Construction
- Iconic CNY projects and what they mean to the region
- The values that sustain long-standing family enterprises
- Community building through service and civic leadership
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