Benjamin Haugh: Defining Leadership—What It Is and What It Is Not
The Accidental Beginning Benjamin Haugh will be the first to tell you: “I had to make a choice.” That’s the thing about leadership—sometimes it doesn’t come wrapped in ambition or intentionality. Sometimes, it’s not about having the perfect resume, a master plan, or even a burning desire to lead. Sometimes, leadership comes through the back […]
Staying the Course: Benjamin Haugh on the Power of Consistency in Business and Life
In a world increasingly driven by reinvention, pivots, and side hustles, Benjamin Haugh’s story feels almost radical. As the founder of All Nation Restoration, and co-founder of two additional businesses, his entrepreneurial path isn’t marked by constant change—but by consistent dedication to a single craft. “I’ve been in the restoration business since I was 16,” […]
From Technician to Teacher: How Benjamin Haugh Built a Culture of Empowered Learning at All Nation Restoration
When Benjamin Haugh founded All Nation Restoration in Austin, Texas, back in 2010, he was a one-man crew with a truck, a toolbox, and a relentless work ethic. Over the past 15 years, he has transformed that solo operation into a trusted, IICRC-certified restoration company, completing thousands of jobs across water, fire, mold, and biohazard […]
The Hidden Dilemma Business Owners Face: Lending Money to Employees
Running a business isn’t just about revenue, operations, or leadership—it’s about people. And when you deal with people, things can get beautifully complicated. Ben Haugh, owner of All Nation Restoration, has built his company with a heart-first approach. He believes in doing the right thing, putting people before profit, and helping those in need. But […]
The Quiet Force Behind Benjamin Haugh’s Business: Faith
Ben Haugh doesn’t run his business like everyone else—and that’s by design. For him, entrepreneurship isn’t just about growth strategies, revenue, or leadership. It’s about faith. Not the kind you put in market forecasts or a strong team (though he believes in those too), but real, grounding, soul-level faith. The kind that’s kept him going […]
Behind Every Door: Meeting Vulnerability with Compassion
Behind Every Door: Meeting Vulnerability with Compassion Every Tuesday at All Nation Restoration, owner Ben Haugh makes sure the team sits down for a meeting. One of the recurring themes in these conversations is something you wouldn’t necessarily expect from a company that handles water, fire and mold damage restoration: the art of empathy. It […]
The Journey to Financial Literacy: Ben Haugh’s Story
Ben Haugh, the owner of three separate small businesses in Austin, Texas—All Nation Restoration, Livin’ On Mechanical, and Rep Lock Marketing—didn’t start as a financial expert. His path to financial literacy was anything but smooth. Raised in a religious cult in Waco, Texas, which could be compared to The Truman Show—a world of perfection with […]
The Importance of Management Team Meetings: Leadership, Trust, and Growth
For any business to thrive, strong leadership and a well-structured management team are essential. A company’s success depends not only on the vision of its owner but also on the ability of its leadership team to work together, communicate openly, and execute decisions—even when opinions differ. This is something Ben Haugh, owner of All Nation […]
Choosing the Underdog: A Perspective from Ben Haugh
Some people look at résumés. Others look at pedigrees. But Ben Haugh looks at something different. He looks at the underdogs—the ones most people overlook, the ones who had to fight for everything they have. And he sees something extraordinary. Ben himself was an underdog. The third of seven children, raised in a strict cult […]
Building a Crew That Cares: How Creativity, Competition, and Incentives Drive Success
