Restoration and Community: Inside Craig Leeder's Vision for Comfort, Texas
Welcome to another captivating episode of The Building Texas Show, where we dive into the heart and soul of the Lone Star State, shining a light on the people and stories that are propelling Texas forward. Hosted by Justin McKenzie, this podcast connects you with Texas' most inspiring innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are making a difference.
Summary of the Episode:
In this episode, we take a trip to the picturesque town of Comfort, Texas, to meet with Craig Leeder, the visionary behind the Ingenhuett on High. Craig shares his journey from being in the masonry supply business to becoming the caretaker of this historic building, detailing the labor of love and community support that brought this project to life. We delve into Comfort’s unique charm, its rich history, and the vibrant community spirit that makes it a jewel of the Texas Hill Country.
Highlights of the Episode:
- Craig Leeder's transition from his masonry supply business to restoring the Ingenhuett on High.
- The community's overwhelmingly positive reaction and support for the project.
- The significance of Comfort, Texas’ unincorporated status and its impact on Craig's project.
- Insight into Alfred Giles' architectural influence and historical significance.
- The growing potential and future opportunities in Comfort, Texas, from new businesses to community events.
Quotes from the Episode:
- “I loved it. It was still the old wood floors and when you walked in, hardly anybody was ever in here, but they had everything, anything and everything you wanted.”—Craig Leeder.
- “Once they saw my vision and Don's vision of what we were going to do with it, it was all over with. They all got behind us and supported us. And that's what makes it fun.”—Craig Leeder.
- “It takes energy like you to bring it together... When it finds a project that it wants to support, it supports it all in.”—Justin McKenzie.
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