A North Texas contractor finds clarity, alignment and momentum with Apex Catalyst Group
When Thomas Crowther founded The Crowther Group in 2017, he wanted to do more than construct buildings. He wanted to build a company that uplifted communities, the same way strong infrastructure had inspired him as a boy growing up in the Bahamas.
That purpose-driven approach fueled fast success. The Crowther Group quickly became one of North Texas’s most trusted commercial contractors, completing projects for respected clients like Parkland Health, AT&T and Target. But as the company grew, so did the challenges.
“Our success created complexity,” Thomas says. “We had the right vision, but we needed the systems to sustain it. I wanted to make sure we were building intentionally, not just reacting to what came our way.”
That’s when Thomas discovered the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), a set of practical tools that help leaders organize their companies, strengthen communication and turn vision into measurable results. To guide the implementation, he turned to Sandi Mitchell, CEO of Apex Catalyst Group.
Turning Structure Into Strength
Thomas first met Sandi through the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program in 2019. Her insights into leadership and growth made a lasting impression. Thomas knew she was the right partner to help The Crowther Group navigate its next phase.
“Sandi helped us translate our values into structure,” he says. “She gave us the framework to lead with clarity and grow with purpose.”
With Sandi’s coaching, the team began applying EOS step by step, starting with leadership alignment, goal-setting and defining clear accountability. Weekly meetings became focused on solving issues rather than rehashing them. Scorecards helped leaders track key metrics, while quarterly planning sessions replaced reactive decisions with long-term strategy.
The results were immediate. Teams began communicating more effectively, roles were clarified, and leaders could make faster, more confident decisions.
“Sandi helped us see where we were strong, where we were stuck and how to fix it,” Thomas says. “That changed everything.”
A Culture of Clarity and Connection
Beyond operations, EOS reinforced the company’s people-first culture. The Crowther Group’s core values — Team Player, Results-Oriented, Proactive, Cares, Service and Diversity of Thought — became the foundation of every conversation.
“Our people live in the same communities where we build,” Thomas explains. “That connection fuels accountability. When your work impacts your own neighbors, you bring your best every day.”
This renewed focus also inspired new initiatives, including the Partners First Program, which connects students, tradespeople and executives across Dallas ISD and UT Arlington to strengthen the future construction workforce.
Growing Forward
Today, The Crowther Group continues to expand across healthcare, education and technology projects while deepening its community impact. The company also supports The April Crowther Foundation, which serves autistic communities and families in need across North Texas and the Bahamas.
For Thomas, the partnership with Apex Catalyst Group and the EOS framework made this growth possible.
“Sandi helped us lead from clarity, not chaos,” he says. “Now we have a structure that keeps us focused on what matters most: our people, our clients and our purpose.”
Ready to Build With Clarity and Scale With Impact
For companies seeking stronger alignment, healthier teams and a clearer path for growth, Apex Catalyst Group brings the structure and momentum needed to move forward with purpose.
As a Certified EOS Implementer, Sandi Mitchell helps leadership teams gain clarity, strengthen accountability and turn vision into measurable results. Her customized, hands-on approach has helped fast-growing organizations like The Crowther Group stabilize, scale and lead with confidence.
To learn more about EOS, visit ApexCatalystGroup.com.
To connect with Sandi, email her directly at [email protected].
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