Dory Sample: A Life in Construction

Feb 13, 2025    Milton Bunting, Dory Sample

This is a Black History Month interview with Dory Sample, a successful Black general contractor. The interview covers his career trajectory, starting with farm work as a teenager and progressing to running his own highly successful carpentry and construction business for over 50 years. He discusses the challenges he faced, including racism and economic hardship, and his remarkable ability to overcome obstacles and complete complex projects. The interview also highlights his mentoring of others and his strong faith, which he credits for his success. Finally, he shares his advice for aspiring young contractors.