Anthony Saber: Steady Growth Over a Long Period in Building Services

This episode of The Close features Anthony Saber, President of Saber Building Services, a Detroit-based company built from humble beginnings into a 450-person team. Anthony shares how lessons from his upbringing, early family responsibilities, and years of hands-on work shaped his steady growth philosophy. He explains why staying local, prioritizing people, and choosing value over volume have guided the company’s long-term success. Anthony also talks about team development, acquisitions, and what it means to be a trusted leader in his industry. Watch/listen to the full episode here: https://caberhill.com/podcast/anthony-saber-president-of-saber-building-services

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction and Background
• 1:01 Family Business Roots
• 2:00 Formative Lessons and Work Ethic
• 2:58 Joining the Business While Raising a Family
• 4:07 Challenges and Survival Years
• 5:16 Earning Trust and Creating Value
• 6:49 Team Growth and Culture
• 9:21 Growth Philosophy and Strategy
• 13:11 Setbacks, Recoveries, and Acquisitions
• 27:14 Advice and Closing Notes