As business partners, Kirby and Hal Hays have built The Hays Group on a foundation of shared vision, trust, and complementary strengths. Together, they’ve grown a multi-entity enterprise by recognizing opportunity, embracing innovation, and fostering a culture of mentorship and collaboration. Their dynamic partnership blends decades of industry experience with forward-thinking leadership—Hal’s deep-rooted knowledge and strategic insight are perfectly balanced by Kirby’s entrepreneurial drive and modern approach to business.

Beyond leading successful companies, Kirby and Hal are dedicated mentors who invest in the growth of their teams, guiding future leaders with the same values that shaped their own journey. Their ability to make decisions quickly and in alignment with one another has been a key advantage of running a family-owned business, allowing them to stay agile, responsive, and united in purpose.

Kirby and Hal are true entrepreneurs at heart, always ready to seize new opportunities and tackle challenges head-on. They consistently identify emerging needs and rapidly expand their family of companies to meet client demands. Their relentless drive to never say ‘no’ has propelled The Hays Group from its construction roots into a diverse enterprise offering services in equipment rental, hydro excavation, traffic control, and much more, ensuring that every client’s need is met with innovation and dedication.