Achieving 2× Revenue Growth in Under Three Years

With decades of history and a strong market presence, Architectural Products of Virginia (APV) a construction and architectural products company, had grown into a complex organization with multiple leaders, departments, and operational demands.

When APV partnered with FocalPath® Coaching, the company was entering a critical period of transition. Despite a solid foundation, growth had stalled, and leadership alignment was becoming increasingly difficult. The team was facing several challenges:

  • Stagnant growth despite a strong market position
  • Difficulty aligning leaders across generations
  • Unclear long-term direction and priorities
  • Limited accountability around execution
  • Hesitation when addressing sensitive people and performance issues

APV knew it had significant untapped potential but lacked the clarity, structure, and discipline needed to move forward with confidence.

Kurt Whittleton

The FocalPath® Approach

FocalPath® Coaching worked closely with APV’s leadership team to bring clarity, structure, and accountability to the business. The focus was on helping leaders align around a shared vision, make objective decisions, and consistently follow through on priorities.

Through ongoing on-site visits, regular check-ins, and hands-on guidance, FocalPath® helped APV:

  • Clarify long-term direction and near-term priorities 
  • Strengthen leadership alignment across generations
  • Introduce consistent accountability and execution rhythms
  • Address people and performance issues with confidence
  • Track progress using meaningful data rather than assumptions

FocalPath® also served as a trusted outside voice, supporting leadership conversations that were difficult to navigate internally and helping the team stay focused on what mattered most.

The Results

Revenue grew 2x in under three years

Stronger execution against both quarterly and annual goals

Clear alignment across leadership and generations

Improved accountability and follow-through

Renewed optimism and momentum across the organization

“In under three years, René has completely transformed our business. We more than doubled growth with increased margins and are now on track to becoming a fourth-generation company with a strong and sustainable future.”

— David L. Henry, AHC/CDC, President, APV