Brad Leavitt

Brad Leavitt is the founder and president of AFT Construction, a high-end custom home building company based in Scottsdale, Arizona, known for its high-quality craftsmanship and innovative design. With a background as an electrician, Leavitt transitioned into construction, founding AFT in 2013. The company is now a leader in the industry, recognized for its exceptional residential and commercial projects throughout the greater Phoenix area. Leavitt has built AFT Construction around a people-centered approach, emphasizing team development, low turnover, and a strong company culture that he believes is essential for long-term success. Leavitt has been widely acknowledged for his leadership and entrepreneurial achievements, including being named to the prestigious Titan 100 Hall of Fame list, which celebrates top CEOs and industry leaders. The Titan Hall of Fame is awarded to persons who have received the yearly Titan award a total of three times. The Titan 100 program recognizes Phoenix’s Top 100 CEO’s & C-level executives. They are the area’s most accomplished business leaders in their industry using criteria that includes demonstrating exceptional leadership, vision, and passion. Collectively, the Phoenix 2022 Titans have a combined total of annual revenue of $32B and employ more than 85,000 individuals. AFT was recognized to the 2023 INC 5000. Brad was awarded as an “Icon” in the AZ building industry by Sources for Design in October, 2019. He also actively shares his insights on business growth, brand-building, and leadership through industry events and podcasts. In recent interviews, he’s highlighted the importance of hiring skilled professionals, fostering optimism, and adapting to technological advancements like AI in construction. His company’s social media presence and community involvement are also key components of his brand-building strategy, helping AFT stand out in a competitive market . Brad Leavitt is a seasoned entrepreneur and the founder of AFT Construction, a prominent custom home building company based in Scottsdale, Arizona. With roots in the construction industry as an electrician, Leavitt founded AFT in 2013 with a vision for creating high-quality, detail-oriented homes and commercial spaces. Known for blending luxury with functionality, AFT Construction has become a leader in the Phoenix area for custom residential and commercial projects, emphasizing craftsmanship and design innovation. Leavitt is celebrated not only for his commitment to quality but also for his people-focused leadership style. He believes that strong company culture is the foundation of AFT’s success, prioritizing team development, low turnover, and a supportive environment that enables employees to thrive. His approach to business growth, brand-building, and leadership has earned him a reputation as an industry leader. In addition to his work with AFT Construction, Leavitt is an active voice in the industry, sharing insights on scaling businesses, adopting technology like AI, and navigating the construction field through speaking engagements and his podcast, where he emphasizes the importance of hiring skilled professionals, innovation, and maintaining a strong online presence. Brad Leavitt is an energetic public speaker and ambassador for many national brands including Kohler, Louisiana Pacific, Rinnai. Pella, Subzero-Wolf, Buildertrend, Cambria, Fox Blocks, Bromic, Dupont, Weyerhaeuser, Ketra Lighting, Lutron, Crestron, Stego, Partel, and Elkay. Brad completed a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from BYU in 2005 and worked on notable projects around Phoenix, including the Omni Montelucia in Paradise Valley. He was also instrumental in the creation of the Contractor Coalition Summit. A 3-day intensive business mentorship program held twice a year. His Podcast, “The Brad Leavitt Podcast”, is focused on bringing value to its listeners, no matter their industry. The topics are focused on marketing, social media, entrepreneurship, organization, building science and construction. AFT has continued to exceed industry standards and create strong client relationships based on integrity, reliability and quality. Brad is active with all 6 of his children, 5 daughters and 1 son, serves in his local community, and loves all sports, specifically basketball and golf.