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Gary Rabine
Ditch Digger CEO
Gary Rabine is a successful entrepreneur and businessman who founded the Rabine Group, a conglomerate of companies primarily focused on paving and exterior facilities management.13 He began his career in the paving industry at the age of 13 and started his first business over 42 years ago.1 Today, the Rabine Group consists of 14 companies, including six paving companies that pave more concrete and asphalt parking lots than any other privately held company in America.13
Career Highlights
- Founded Rabine Paving in 1981 after discovering his passion for paving driveways23
- Grew the business into the Rabine Group, which now includes 14 companies serving various industries13
- Known for emphasizing innovation, technology, and world-class service in traditionally "dirty jobs" industries5
- Started the Ditch Digger CEO podcast, interviewing successful American business leaders14
Philanthropy and Community Involvement
- Co-founded the Rabine Group Foundation with his late wife Cheryl in 200713
- The foundation invests in causes supporting disadvantaged children, elderly, and veterans1
- Ran for Governor of Illinois in 20221
- Founding member of Job Creators Network and early investor/mentor to Charlie Kirk and TPUSA1
Personal Life
- Married to Cheryl in 1985, who passed away in 2020 after battling brain cancer3
- Has four children: Austin (CEO of Rabine Group companies), Janelle (President of one of the companies), Jordain, and Nik3
- Grandfather to five grandchildren13
- Resides in Johnsburg, IL2
- Practices Catholic faith and enjoys activities such as working out, golf, and wake surfing3
Gary Rabine's story exemplifies the American dream, rising from a young paving worker to the leader of a multi-million dollar enterprise while maintaining a strong commitment to family, community, and philanthropy.135
Highlights
May 8 · ditchdiggerceo.com
Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine
Jan 1 · grabien.com
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