Combining Barbecue and Philanthropy for Good with Russell Budd of PBS Contractors

Day in a Canoe Podcast: Financial Planning, Wealth Management, RIA

True wealth isn’t just about money — it’s about choices, relationships, and making a lasting impact. Russell Budd, Founding Partner of PBS Contractors, shares his journey of balancing professional success with meaningful contributions to the Naples community. From advocating for mental health to hosting impactful community events, Russell provides actionable insights on living with purpose and making a difference.

Key Takeaways:

(01:36) Lifelong ties to Naples inspire work to better the community.

(02:21) Marine biology turned to construction management

(04:14) Leadership Collier deepened understanding of Naples and sparked greater community engagement.

(07:21) Hosting barbecues combines a passion for cooking with raising funds for mental health.

(09:12) Farm City Barbecue unites 2,000 attendees to support Naples youth charities.

(11:31) Building community impact starts with like-minded people and shared goals.

(13:39) Mental health treatment needs outpace resources, creating a critical care gap.

(15:24) Mentoring future leaders is key to Russell’s five-year community vision.

(17:34) Russell defines true wealth as faith, family, friends, and meaningful work.

Resources Mentioned:

Russell Budd -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellabudd/

PBS Contractors LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/pbs-construction-inc-/

PBS Contractors website -

https://www.pbscontractors.com

David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health -

https://davidlawrencecenters.org/

NAMI Collier County -

https://namicollier.org/

Farm City BBQ -

https://www.farmcitybbq.com/

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