Since 1988, BBL has partnered with developers to deliver multifamily, build-to-rent, and commercial projects across the United States. We provide the experience, leadership, and execution needed to navigate complexity, create value, and move projects forward with confidence.
At BBL, we know successful projects are about more than buildings. They're about creating places where people live, work, and connect. Built on a legacy of integrity, accountability, and strong relationships, we take the time to understand our clients' goals and deliver solutions that create long-term value.
Through clear communication, disciplined execution, and a commitment to doing what's right, we build lasting relationships with clients, partners, and communities alike.
/ GENERATION AFTER GENERATION
The Foundation of Who We Are Today.
The Bette family enters the New York construction industry, beginning a legacy that continues today.
Multifamily.
Built-to-Rent.
Commercial.
Expansion into Florida and Texas strengthens BBL's presence in multifamily and commercial construction.
A new generation of the Bette family joins the construction legacy, while Mark Lear, Ron Rollins, and Patrick Bette assume leadership roles and expand BBL Building Company.
/ Our Legacy
The Bette Companies
Together, the Bette Companies combine expertise in construction, energy, and real estate development. As part of the family group, BBL delivers the experience, leadership, and execution that help create lasting value for clients and communities.
/ LEADERSHIP
Chief Executive Officer
Matthew is a proven, natural leader who motivates and inspires the team. As a second-generation builder with 40 years of diverse project experience and over a billion dollars of construction projects, he possesses the expertise to provide the best solutions to challenges.
He leads the overall corporate function of the company, including maintenance of client relationships, business development, and close involvement with major projects.
BBL prioritizes continuous improvement and utilizes it through the way it manages and delivers the highest quality projects for its clients. A firm believer in project success through an honest planning process, Matt leads the BBL team to strive for completion as promised with a quality goal of zero defects.
President
Mark is an entrepreneur and community-minded thought leader, who is focused on opportunities for improvement in the construction delivery process.
An extremely active, hands-on founder, Mark is responsible for BBL’s overall performance – providing executive leadership and overseeing all activities of the company’s operations day-in and day-out. He is dedicated to maintaining and developing strong relationships with all BBL’s clients.
Mark has created a culture at BBL where Project Managers and Field Superintendents are encouraged to not only execute what the plans specify, but to introduce ingenuity and creative approaches that enhance results, hasten completion, and ultimately provide customers with a final product that exceeds expectations.
Chief Operating Officer
A native of Wyoming, Ron grew up working in construction alongside his father. He has continued his love for construction throughout his career, working up through the ranks as a superintendent, project manager, and eventually managing operations for several companies.
As the Chief Operating Officer for BBL, Ron diligently endeavors to create the synergy that is necessary between the project staff, subcontractors, consultants, and the ownership group to build a quality, on-time and on-budget project that will exceed everyone’s expectations.
Ron treasures spending time with his wife and many children. Whether it be a movie at home, camping, playing sports, or just spending the day out on the boat, creating a wonderful life for his family is what he loves to do.
Patrick Bette
Vice President
John Jones
Director - Southeast Region
Christian Rollins
Director of Field Operations
Jonathan Staiger
Director of Preconstruction
Stanley Morgan
Director - Commercial Division
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ENR Top 400 General Contractor
30,000+
Units Turned Over
98%
Repeat Clientele
0.42
EMR Rating
