Belson Asphalt Paving has earned a reputation of high quality in its 28 years as a staple in paving and sealcoating in the tri-state area. The word quality is important to the company, but as their slogan says "Quality is not in the name, but in the Workmanship." It's that workmanship that keeps customers happy and business booming.

"Business has been excellent," says President and CEO Sheri Belson. "2016 was the best year we've ever had." Belson Asphalt began in 1989 when Tim, Sheri's husband, wanted to start his own paving company.

"This is his passion," she says. "It's what he loves to do." In the beginning, Sheri, who is a licensed hairdresser, helped out with the office side of the company. Part time became full time and soon she was running the business end of Belson Asphalt out of their house, while Tim was out on the job.

In 2000, the business incorporated and Sheri became the President and CEO. This allowed Tim to continue his work in the field and Sheri could sign and approve documents that would have otherwise needed his signature on as well. "He is on the job every day," Sheri says. read more...