Jon Smith
Senior Vice President
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John Smith Biography
Mr. Brown has spent many years developing expertise and knowledge in the construction industry. He began his career in 1947 as a plastering apprentice. As his career progressed he functioned as a carpenter, superintendent and eventually began running construction businesses in the areas of residential, commercial and industrial construction. Today, the company he founded is a leader in the reconstruction building industry. In addition to reconstruction, HAR-BRO provides expert services in the areas of estimating, appraising, testimonies, interior design and construction.
In 1952, Mr. Brown went on to serve in the United States Armed Forces, where he worked on projects for the Atomic Energy Commission. Following his career in the service, Mr. Brown earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Southern California. After graduating in 1959, he was employed by Hughes Products/TRW working in the Research and Development Laboratory. Mr. Brown continued to work in the field of construction during college and while employed by Hughes/TRW.
After obtaining his B1 Contractors License in 1960, Mr. Brown established Torrance Builders Construction Company. Originally the company specialized in remodeling residential, commercial and industrial structures. As the company’s reputation grew, it became more focused in the areas of restoration of prestigious homes, commercial and industrial buildings.
Torrance Builders Construction Company was incorporated in 1968 to become what is now HAR-BRO, Inc. His successful company employs over 250 individuals. HAR-BRO has a broad range of projects with budgets from $125,000 to $22,000,000. Currently, HAR-BRO is licensed by the State Contractor’s Board of California, Nevada and Arizona to conduct business in these states.
Harold Brown also serves as an expert witness in a variety of arbitration and court proceedings due to his extensive background and level of professionalism. He started doing his appraisal and expert witness work in 1965.
Email: harold@harbro.com