Insights
DBS Group’s Chris Walters Named to Wisconsin Titan 100
DBS Group President and CEO Chris Walters has been named as a 2026 Wisconsin Titan 100 honoree, recognizing the state’s top CEOs and C-level executives for exceptional leadership, vision, and passion. Under Walters’ leadership, DBS Group has grown from a small start-up in 2015 into an organization with over 65 team members operating in five…
Jake Morey joins DBS Group as project superintendent
Design-build construction manager and general contractor DBS Group has added Jake Morey to its growing team. Morey will serve as a project superintendent, overseeing daily site operations for commercial construction projects to ensure they are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with DBS Group’s commitment to quality and client satisfaction. A 20-year veteran of the…
DBS Group welcomes four new team members
With steady growth in its design-build work, DBS Group has added four additional professionals to its team. The recent additions bring expertise in project management, preconstruction, and field operations — strengthening DBS Group’s capacity to take on complex projects and deliver for clients in diverse markets. Kyle Cavanaugh joined DBS Group as a project engineer.…
Goddard School hires DBS Group for expansion project
The Goddard School has hired DBS Group to expand its facility in Blaine, Minnesota. As part of the project DBS Group will design and build an 8716-square-foot expansion and associated site improvements, along with select interior renovations of the existing facility. DBS Group designed and built the original structure in 2020. Construction is scheduled for…
DBS Group under contract for Dash Park expansion
Dave and Barb Skogen have hired DBS Group to design and build an expansion of Dash Park in Onalaska, WI. The expansion will incorporate a large splash pad, a restroom/mechanical building, a large canopy/shade structure and beautiful site improvements to complement the existing Dash Park. Construction is underway with completion scheduled for spring 2026. The…
Elcor Construction taps DBS Group for new office
Elcor Construction has contracted with DBS Group to construct a new office building in Rochester, MN. The new 4,668sf office building will include private offices and collaboration spaces. Construction is scheduled to start in late September 2025 for completion in spring 2026.
How new data centers can transform rural and suburban economies — Insights for commercial property owners and developers
In addition to powering the digital world, a large-scale data center can shift entire market dynamics. For commercial property owners and developers, these projects can unlock infrastructure improvements, raise surrounding property values, attract a skilled workforce, and fuel demand for complementary developments such as flex space, mixed-use projects, and workforce housing. In March 2025, Ryan…
Future-proof your commercial property against rising insurance costs
How strategic design and construction can reduce your insurance premiums and protect your investment If your commercial property insurance bill gave you sticker shock this year, you’re not alone. Across the country, premiums are rising fast — and many property owners are facing double-digit increases. Whether you’re a developer planning your next project or an…
Navigating construction financing in a higher interest economy
How to secure funding for your build amid elevated interest rates If you’re thinking about breaking ground but hit a bump in the road with your lender’s quote, it’s a sign of the times. With interest rates lingering at recent highs and tighter lender terms, getting your project off the ground takes more financial finesse…
Building to last: Master planning for financially sustainable senior living communities
How smart planning supports long-term sustainability in senior housing In senior living, the true measure of success isn’t just resident move-in day — it’s stability years down the road. With rising costs, workforce pressures, and shifting resident expectations, financial sustainability is one of the greatest challenges facing senior housing developers and operators today. So, what…