Jon Bryan

Founder & CEO @ Escala Growth Partners

About

My journey began in the fire service as a firefighter and paramedic in Dallas. After losing my captain and close friend, John “Kenny” Crutcher, to suicide, I made it my mission to support first responder mental health. That loss led me to launch Thin Line Events, producing concerts to raise awareness and funding. I later stepped into the role of Chief Growth Officer at Fire Department Coffee, helping grow the brand nationally while supporting sick and injured firefighters worldwide. Today, I’m the President of Elijah Anthony Homes and Anthony Bryan Construction, and the Co-Founder & CEO of The Crutcher Foundation. At Elijah Anthony Homes, we build and remodel custom homes with a focus on integrity, craftsmanship, and client transparency. At Anthony Bryan Construction, we take on commercial and public sector projects with the same values, delivering impact-driven results to the communities we serve. Both companies donate at least 10% of profits to our non-profit, The Crutcher Foundation, which funds mental health initiatives for first responders in the areas we serve. In addition to my work in construction and nonprofit leadership, I am also a represented actor. Whether I’m on set or on site, my goal is the same: to build something that matters. Let’s connect.

Country

United States

City

Frisco

Industry

Construction

Skill

Go-to-Market Strategy, Sales Strategy, Sponsorship Acquisition, Team Leadership, Positioning (Marketing), Partnership Development, New Market Expansion, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Business Development, Leadership, Growth Strategies, Revenue & Profit Growth, Project Management, Relationship Building, Strategic Partnerships, Client Relations, Sales, Advertising, New Business Development

Experience

Founder & CEO

Escala Growth Partners

2026-4 - Present · 6 mos

Co-Founder & CEO

The Crutcher Foundation

2024-10 - Present · 2 yrs

Texas, United States

As the Co-Founder and CEO of The Crutcher Foundation, I lead our mission to support first responder mental health, focusing on raising funds and awareness for PTSD and related mental health challenges faced by those on the front lines. I oversee strategic direction, cultivate partnerships with local unions, departments, and mental health organizations, and ensure that every dollar donated directly supports services without administrative overhead. This role allows me to honor the legacy of Cpt. Crutcher, empowering first responders with resources and community support for lasting resilience and healing.

Co-Founder & President

Anthony Bryan Construction

2024-10 - Present · 2 yrs

Texas, United States

As Co-Founder and President of Anthony Bryan Construction, I lead the strategic growth, operations, and community partnerships that drive the company's mission to build high-quality commercial spaces while supporting first responder mental health initiatives.

President

Elijah Anthony Homes

2024-9 - Present · 2 yrs 1 mo

Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, Texas, United States

Partner with Elijah Anthony, Founder and CEO, to deliver high-quality custom homes and remodeling projects throughout the Dallas Metroplex. Guided by our core values of pride, integrity, and community, we offer a seamless and transparent experience throughout the process. As former firefighter paramedics, we are committed to giving back a portion of our profits to support first responder mental health initiatives.

Chief Growth Officer

Fire Department Coffee

2022-8 - 2024-9 · 2 yrs 2 mos

United States

Work with the team to grow and develop all aspects of Fire Department Coffee. My primary focus is on our wholesale/retail growth, but I also help with our social media and community giveback.

Chief Executive Officer

Thin Line Events

2021-11 - 2022-9 · 11 mos

Frisco, Texas, United States

Co-Owner and CEO of Thin Line Events. Thin Line Events was created after my former Cpt committed suicide from PTSD. Our goal was to produce major live events to raise money for first responders and military struggling with PTSD. We have since joined forces with Fire Department Coffee.