Augustine
Wadian

Power100 is a national publication that has narrowed down the Nation’s top 100 CEOs. Our exclusive database boasts a formidable 7,600 CEOs, and after scouring through them all with our 5-layer proprietary ranking system, we proudly announce CEO Augustine “AJ” Wadian as the #9 CEO in the country.

Augustine “AJ” Wadian is the Co-Founder and CEO of Premier Home Pros, a rapidly growing bathroom remodeling company that has become the fastest-growing in the nation. AJ sparked the idea for the company, launching it with his partners at the end of 2022 and closing their first sale within three days. With 16 years of experience in the home remodeling industry, AJ has built Premier Home Pros from a two-man shop on Mayfield Road in North Canton, Ohio, into a national operation projected to hit $180 million in revenue by 2025.

Prior to founding Premier Home Pros, AJ served as a regional manager and sales consultant at LeafFilter, part of Hudson-based Leaf Home. During his time there, he witnessed the company grow from $35 million in sales to nearly $2 billion while opening almost 100 new offices—experience that provided him with the playbook for rapid, systematic expansion. He also previously worked at Window Nation, further deepening his industry expertise.

AJ Wadian possesses exceptional strengths in systems-driven leadership and strategic scaling that have enabled Premier Home Pros’ extraordinary growth trajectory. His 16 years of industry experience, combined with firsthand knowledge of rapid expansion from his Leaf Home tenure, gives him a unique ability to build scalable operations while maintaining quality and customer satisfaction.

His approach to business centers on smart scaling—aligning sales, marketing, and installation through systematic processes rather than relying solely on aggressive growth tactics. AJ believes in building strong foundations, recruiting the best people in the industry, and creating a receptive environment where loyal employees have opportunities for vertical growth.

AJ’s leadership style emphasizes delegation and trust. He applies the principle that “if someone can do it 80 percent as good as you, delegate it”—allowing him to focus on strategic vision while empowering his team to execute. Despite the demands of running a rapidly growing company, AJ maintains balance through his deep involvement in his church, which provides him the opportunity to decompress and reflect. This grounded approach to leadership has created a culture where hard work pays off and team members are invested in the company’s success.

Under AJ Wadian’s leadership, Premier Home Pros has achieved phenomenal growth that has garnered national recognition. The company generated $100 million in combined gross sales in just its first two years, growing from $15 million in revenue at launch to $86 million by 2024, with projections of $180 million for 2025.

Premier Home Pros has rapidly expanded from its three original locations to 15+ offices nationwide, including Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Detroit, Chicago, Atlanta, Tampa, Rochester, and Dayton. The company has grown to nearly 400 employees and over 100 contractors, with each location featuring dedicated sales operations, production installation, and full-service teams.

The company’s achievements have earned significant industry recognition: Premier Home Pros was named to Inc.’s 2024 Best in Business List in the “On the Rise: 0-4 Years in Business” category and ranked #23 on Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500. AJ personally was recognized in Crain’s Cleveland 40 Under 40 for 2025, acknowledging his exceptional entrepreneurial achievements. Premier Home Pros also utilizes proprietary material made by Trumbull Industries—a high-quality engineered stone that mimics natural tile and marble with anti-microbial protection—differentiating the company through superior product quality and completing most bathroom remodels in just a few days.