Matt Thornton had eight East Coast med school interviews lined up. A week before the first one, he took his dad to lunch and asked if it would be weird to walk away from medicine to stay in the family flooring business. His dad said he was cool with it. Matt never looked back.

That was 1997. In 2016, he bought his parents out completely. Today, Thornton Flooring operates out of a 100,000+ square foot showroom off I-29 in Tea, South Dakota, with additional locations in Sioux City and Rapid City — grown from the single garage stall where his parents started the business in the early 1980s.

Brad and Brian Jans of Jans Corporation sit down with Matt for a real conversation about taking over a family business, working side-by-side with your parents for 15+ years, and what it actually takes to grow something your family built without losing what made it worth building in the first place.

In this episode:

• Why Matt walked away from medicine to join his parents' flooring business

• Working alongside his mom and dad for over 15 years — and the day his mom "quit" over lunch

• Buying his parents out in 2016 and what that transition actually looked like

• The values his parents instilled that he still leads with today — "you wear your name with pride"

• Why culture is the thing he protects most as the business grows

• Going from a 40,000 sq ft warehouse to a 100,000+ sq ft showroom across three states

• Staying growth-motivated even after building the business he always dreamed of

• How Bob Shaw, founder of Shaw Industries and now Engineered Floors, still meets with customers at nearly 90 years old

• Surrounding yourself with people smarter than you — and letting them carry the business with you

• What's next for Thornton Flooring in the next 3, 5, and 10 years

Guest: Matt Thornton, Owner, Thornton Flooring

Hosts: Brad Jans & Brian Jans, Jans Corporation Visit Thornton Flooring: thorntonflooring.com Locations: Tea, SD (I-29 exit) | Sioux City, IA | Rapid City, SD

2 B's in a Podcast is real conversations with family business owners, community leaders, and the people building South Dakota. Produced in Sioux Falls, SD

Hosted by Brad and Brian Jans of Jans Corporation commercial construction built on relationships.

What does food insecurity really look like in South Dakota?

In this episode of 2 B's in a Podcast, Brad and Brian Jans of Jans Corporation sit down with Lori Dykstra of Feeding South Dakota to talk about the growing hunger crisis across Sioux Falls and the entire state of South Dakota.

This is a real conversation about food insecurity, rural hunger, child hunger, volunteer needs, food access, and what Feeding South Dakota needs most right now.

Lori shares what is happening across all 66 counties, why food insecurity is now at one of the highest levels South Dakota has seen, what families are facing when groceries, childcare, housing, and transportation costs all rise at the same time, and why solving hunger is about more than just handing out food.

We also talk about:

• Why one in five children in South Dakota are food insecure

• How Feeding South Dakota serves Sioux Falls, rural communities, and the entire state

• What a food desert and food swamp really mean

• Why hunger in rural South Dakota can be harder to solve

• How mobile distributions, school pantries, backpack programs, senior boxes, veteran boxes, and wellness pantries work

• What kinds of food are most needed right now

• How businesses, churches, schools, and volunteers can help

This episode also answers the questions people are actively searching for:

What is food insecurity in South Dakota? How many people in South Dakota are food insecure? What does Feeding South Dakota do? What foods are most needed at food banks right now? How can I help Feeding South Dakota? What should I donate to a food bank in Sioux Falls or South Dakota? How does Feeding South Dakota serve rural communities? What causes hunger in South Dakota?

If you live in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, care about hunger relief, nonprofits, food banks, volunteering, community impact, or helping local families, this episode is worth watching and sharing.

2 B's in a Podcast | Jans Corporation Real conversations about construction, leadership, community, family business, and the people helping build a stronger Sioux Falls and South Dakota.

Feeding South Dakota serves all 66 counties across the state, helping connect individuals and families with food through direct distribution, community partnerships, and hunger relief programs.

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What is really happening behind the scenes at City Hall in Sioux Falls, South Dakota?

In this episode of 2 B's in a Podcast, Brad and Brian Jans of Jans Corporation sit down with Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken for an honest conversation about leadership, city growth, infrastructure, economic development, and the future of Sioux Falls.

Mayor TenHaken shares what people get wrong about being mayor, how Sioux Falls is preparing for long-term growth, why infrastructure projects like wastewater, water, roads, and utilities matter more than most people realize, and what leadership looks like when you are responsible for a fast-growing city.

This episode covers questions people are already asking about Sioux Falls and local leadership, including:

• What is Paul TenHaken's leadership style as mayor of Sioux Falls? • How is Sioux Falls preparing for future growth? • What infrastructure projects matter most in Sioux Falls? • How does city government think about roads, utilities, wastewater, housing, and parks? • What does Mayor Paul TenHaken believe about business, development, and economic growth in Sioux Falls? • How is AI changing city government, leadership, and the future workforce? • What do people misunderstand about being mayor of a growing city?

If you live in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, work in construction, development, commercial real estate, public leadership, or business, this conversation offers a real behind-the-scenes look at how the city is evolving and what it takes to lead through growth.

You'll also hear discussion around:

• Sioux Falls infrastructure and long-term planning

• Economic development in Sioux Falls

• Leadership under pressure

• EOS and running city government with structure and accountability

• AI, workforce shifts, and the future of leadership

• The challenges and opportunities that come with a growing Midwest city

2 B's in a Podcast is the podcast from Jans Corporation, focused on construction, leadership, family business, development, and the people helping build Sioux Falls.

If this episode resonates with you, like, comment, and share it with someone who cares about the future of Sioux Falls.

Precast concrete buildings and structural steel projects in Sioux Falls are changing fast. In this episode of 2 B's in a Podcast, Brad and Brian Jans sit down with Adam Struck of BluArc Steel & Precast to break down what modern precast can really do.

People still picture precast as gray, flat, and square. Adam says that mindset is outdated. From architectural finishes and custom textures to speed, safety, and 100-year durability, BluArc is helping owners and contractors rethink what's possible.

In this conversation, we cover:

• What BluArc Steel & Precast does across Sioux Falls and the region

• Why precast is faster in South Dakota weather (prefab, fewer enclosures, less heating)

• Steel + precast as the "skeleton" of a building

• Safety culture on high-risk crane and rigging work

• The real benefits of precast wall panels (durability, fire ratings, service life)

• Growth pains and what BluArc looks for when hiring welders and ironworkers

• How precast can look like brick, tile, split-face block, and more

If you're a building owner, contractor, architect, or developer considering precast concrete panels, structural steel erection, warehouses, schools, churches, or correctional facilities, this episode will give you practical insight from the field.

Want to connect with Adam at BluArc? Call: 605-231-1893

👍If something resonated, please like, subscribe, and share this episode. Drop a comment with your question about steel, precast, or construction schedules.

What does "maintenance free" really mean?

In this episode of 2 B's in a Podcast, we sit down with Erin Halvorson of Halvorson Management to talk about HOA property management in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and what homeowners often misunderstand before buying into an association.

As part of the Jans Corporation family, Erin shares how her background in civil engineering, banking, commercial real estate, and growing up in a family construction business shaped her approach to managing homeowners associations and townhome communities across Sioux Falls.

In this episode, we cover:

• The difference between managing owned properties vs. rentals • Why HOA dues vary — and what they actually pay for • The biggest mistake buyers make when purchasing in an HOA • Private roads, pools, insurance costs, and assessments • Why "maintenance free" isn't always what people think • What it's really like running a 24-hour property management business

If you're searching for:

HOA property management Sioux Falls Homeowners association fees explained What to look for before buying into an HOA Private road maintenance costs Townhome association management South Dakota

This episode will give you practical insight from someone managing 50+ associations in the Sioux Falls area.

2 B's in a Podcast is produced by Jans Corporation and explores construction, property management, family business, and leadership in South Dakota.

Based in Sioux Falls, SD Commercial construction & community development HOA and townhome property management

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Inside Sioux Falls' Urban Wood Shop, Brad and Brian Jans sit down with Pete Pfeffer, Manager of the Urban Woodshop, for a behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmanship and technology that power custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, and specialty woodworking across South Dakota and beyond.

In this episode of 2 B's in a Podcast by Jans Corporation, Pete shares how the Urban Wood Shop started, why Jans brought cabinetry in-house, and how the shop evolved into a separate entity serving general contractors, churches, schools, medical clinics, and commercial projects throughout the region.

You'll learn:

• What commercial cabinetry, casework, and architectural millwork actually mean

• How CNC routers changed speed, accuracy, and consistency in woodworking

• What nesting is and why it drastically reduces material waste and cost

• How the team matches historic trim and ornate molding for restoration projects

• Why process, safety, and detail are the backbone of high-quality shop work

• Pete's favorite wood species (and the best "wood-scented candle" debate you didn't know you needed)

If you're a contractor, architect, designer, or just someone who appreciates truly well-made work, this is a rare look inside one of the most creative and capable specialty shops in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Recorded on-site in Sioux Falls Featuring Pete Pfeffer and the Urban Woodshop team Hosted by Brad and Brian Jans (Jans Corporation)

Jans Corporation has helped shape Sioux Falls for more than 40 years, and in this episode of 2 B's in a Podcast, brothers Brian and Brad Jans share what it's like carrying forward their father Dale's legacy while evolving the company for a new era of growth.

We dig into the real behind-the-scenes of a multi-generational construction business, including:

• Why their dad required them to leave the family company before coming back

• What it takes to build trust and long-term relationships in commercial construction

• How Sioux Falls growth is changing the building landscape (and the competition)

• The "company of companies" model: Concrete Solutions Unlimited (CSU), BluArc, and Urban Woodshop

• How EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) and core values like Family and Quality shape hiring and culture

• What they want people to understand about construction, craftsmanship, and building something that lasts

If you're interested in Sioux Falls construction, family-owned business leadership, and what it looks like to build for generations, this one's for you.

👍 If something resonated, like the episode, subscribe, and drop a comment with your favorite part (or your most controversial jobsite music take).

Cash flow is king in construction. In this episode of 2 B's in a Podcast, the Jans team sits down with Jeff Smith, CFO of Jans Corporation and co-manager of Creative Construction Partners, to break down how construction businesses can improve cash flow, clean up job costing, and buy back their time. If you're a contractor, subcontractor, or family business owner buried in paperwork, struggling with accounts receivable, or wondering when it's time to bring in outside financial help, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we cover: Why cash flow management is the #1 habit construction businesses must master How faster invoicing and cleaner AR leads to faster payments The hidden cost of owners doing their own books Job costing mistakes that quietly kill profitability Flat-rate accounting vs hourly billing When growing companies should outsource financial operations How better financial systems improve customer relationships This episode goes beyond spreadsheets. It's about building a healthier business so owners can focus on their craft, their people, and their families. 👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with a builder who needs to hear it. Learn more about Creative Construction Partners through Jans Corporation's channels.

A 154-year-old church. A full sanctuary remodel. And a congregation that's active far beyond Sunday morning.

In this episode of 2 B's in a Podcast, Brad and Brian Jans sit down with Pastor Sara Nelson of First United Methodist Church in Sioux Falls to talk about preserving historic spaces, modernizing for safety and accessibility, and what it looks like to lead a mission-driven church today.

In this conversation:

• The history of First United Methodist Church and its role in Sioux Falls

• Why preserving historic buildings matters instead of starting new

• The sanctuary remodel: skylights, sound, safety, and accessibility

• How livestreaming and technology reshaped worship and leadership

• Community impact through Feeding South Dakota, The Banquet, and Kids Stop

• The story behind Dorothy's Tree of Hope on Minnesota Avenue

Learn more about First United Methodist Church: 🌐 Website: https://www.sfumc.org 📍 Address: 401 S Spring Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FirstUMCSiouxFalls 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sfumcsiouxfalls

Service Times: 8:30 AM – Traditional 9:45 AM – Blended 11:01 AM – Modern

🎙 About the podcast 2 B's in a Podcast is hosted by Brad and Brian Jans of Jans Corporation, where they go beyond construction to talk about leadership, family business, community, and the stories behind the projects.

🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on building, leadership, and life. 💬 Leave a comment if a historic place in your community matters to you.