November 10, 2025
Cerris Marks First Anniversary of Rebrand and Expands National Presence
Last year, MMC Corp and its companies, MW Builders, the MMC Contractors entities, and BCS, united around the new brand name Cerris. MMC Corp is now Cerris. MW Builders is now Cerris Builders, and the MMC Contractors entities and BCS are now Cerris Systems.
The rebrand wasn’t the result of a merger, acquisition, or any other transaction. It was an intentional decision to unify the organization’s story to better reflect its market position as a national commercial construction solutions provider. Cerris remains a 100% employee-owned company, with the same trusted people, teams, values, and commitment to quality craftsmanship that have defined its legacy for nearly a century.
“We haven’t changed who we are; we’ve clarified our business units’ market positions as part of a $1.5 billion national construction solutions enterprise,” said Jason Evelyn, CEO of Cerris. “The rebrand has given us a stronger foundation to grow from, and a clear story to tell.”
Same People, Stronger Story
While the names changed, the culture didn’t. The Cerris entities are still led by the same tenured teams, grounded in the same values, and focused on building long-term relationships with clients, communities, and trade partners. The rebrand has helped the organization to think differently — strengthened by potential for collaboration and connected solutions — while staying true to its deep roots.
“Our teams rallied around the rebrand,” said Todd Winnerman, President of Cerris Builders. “We’ve seen it improve collaboration, attract top talent, and deliver quality craftsmanship on our projects.”
Cultural continuity has been key to the rebrand’s success. Clients and trade partners alike have responded positively throughout the transition, recognizing that while the name may be new, the commitment to excellence remains the same.
Expanding Reach, Deepening Relationships
Cerris Builders and Cerris Systems have each leveraged the rebrand to enhance their market presence, preparing to enter new market sectors with greater clarity and confidence. This long-term growth strategy focuses on deepening our presence in the markets we serve, while strengthening client, community, and trade partner relationships.
“We are driven to build and strengthen long-lasting relationships with our clients and trade partners through delivering successful projects and by positively impacting the communities where our employee owners will live and work for years to come,” said Tom Benassi, Senior Vice President of Client Solutions at Cerris Systems.
While the company’s reach is expanding, Cerris remains deeply committed to the relationships that have fueled its success. From strengthening ties with long-time trade partners to building partnerships with new clients, Cerris Builders and Cerris Systems are committed to delivering clarity, consistency, and a shared vision for success.
A Unified Brand, A National Network
Together, the Cerris teams around the country have the opportunity to support one another when and where it makes sense.
This unified brand identity has enabled Cerris’ entities to collaborate more seamlessly with one another to deliver smarter, more integrated solutions in sectors ranging from light industrial and manufacturing to healthcare.
By aligning their brands and business strategies, Cerris’ entities are better equipped to deliver value in new ways, providing specialized expertise from across the Cerris group of companies.
These opportunities for collaboration elevate the client experience and increase efficiency on and off the jobsite. By working together, Cerris can offer clients broader expertise, deeper resources, and more strategic insight throughout the project lifecycle.
“Whether it’s sharing resources from around the country, pulling in expertise from across our business units, or offering expanded capabilities to our clients, our rebrand has made it easier to build together,” said Evelyn.
Real-World Impact: Connected Solutions in Action
In the spirit of a truly connected solution, the Cerris Systems team in Las Vegas established a strong relationship with a client by delivering the full scope of mechanical construction for a mission critical project. That successful partnership opened the door for further collaboration, this time with the Cerris Systems team in Reno, which specializes in building controls. Formerly known as Building Control Services (BCS), the Reno team rebranded alongside its mechanical counterpart (formerly MMC Contractors) to create the unified Cerris Systems identity, making it easier for clients to engage with the right expertise and expanded capabilities across locations.
Because of the trust built during the initial project, the client chose to work with the Reno team on a separate project in Northern Nevada. Now the same client is bringing both the Las Vegas mechanical team and the Reno controls team together on a new project in Las Vegas — a testament to the value of seamless collaboration and expertise across our network. This kind of partnership demonstrates how the Cerris group of companies can scale to meet the needs of its clients while maintaining the high level of quality craftsmanship the company is known for.
Looking Ahead
As the Cerris group of companies celebrates the anniversary of its rebrand, the enterprise is focused on the future — continuing to build extraordinary projects, deepen partnerships, and expand its impact in the communities it serves.
The rebrand catalyzed a strategic evolution designed to make Cerris a better partner, stronger employer, and an exceptional construction solutions firm. One year in, it’s clear that the foundation laid in 2024 is already supporting a new era of growth, collaboration, and excellence.
