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Baron Ablon
In 2001, a second-generation Ablon joined the ranks of Dallas’ premier soil supplier. Baron Ablon graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, then went on to work with both Fortune 100 and entrepreneurial companies, becoming a successful executive within the manufacturing, systems development and customer service arenas. After twenty years in corporate America, he accepted a position as Vice President of SBS. Because Baron was ‘raised’ on compost, when he joined SBS his exceptional talents and comprehensive background helped him to inject a wealth of fresh ideas and innovative concepts that have propelled the company forward. In 2005 Baron officially became President and CEO of SBS. Through his unique skills and effective methods, Baron has developed SBS into the thriving and award-winning business it is today, burgeoning with ever-higher levels of quality products and services.
 
Fred Ablon
Born and raised in Texas, Fred has an extensive entrepreneurial lineage. Fred attended Highland Park High School in Dallas. After high school, he went on to graduate from Texas A & M with a degree in management. Fred served as a lieutenant, working in weapons research and development in the U.S. Air Force.
 
Fred founded Soil Building Systems in 1972. Through extensive research and tenacity, Fred gained many insights and ideas about plants and their needs. These ideas quickly turned into implementation, and have continued to evolve over the years. With over thirty years of experience, it is easy to see why Fred has become recognized as the “Soil Expert” among leading growers and landscaping companies.
 
David Shaw
Although David was born in Rochester, Pennsylvania, he moved to Texas as soon as possible – at 3 months old. Composting is hereditary in the Shaw family, as David is a 3rd generation composter. David’s grandfather, (Dick) Malcolm Rucker Files, was one of the pioneers of composting in the early 1950’s. While serving in the military, Dick Files struck a friendship with Philip Rodale, who later became the publisher of Organic Gardening and Prevention Magazines. This relationship helped propel both Dick and Philip into their respective careers in organics.
 
David has been actively involved with composting since he was 14 years old. He began his organics career in 1965 at the Compost Sales Company, and then spent several years as Production Manager over bagged products at Western Agricultural Research, Inc. In the early 1970’s, he joined Fred Ablon to begin Soil Building Systems, Inc. With over 35 years of experience, David is a Master Composter. His lifelong focus and research into cotton burrs and composting techniques has made David a composting icon.
 
And the others...
The rest of the SBS team is very impressive indeed. Our employees allow us to rise above our competition in all that we do. Meet the other SBS team members by calling or visiting our facility.