The Most Powerful Business Leaders in Arizona for 2025 includes William (Bill) C. Boor. president and CEO, Cavco Industries, Inc. Meet him here.
William (Bill) C. Boor, president and CEO, Cavco Industries, Inc.
Background: Boor is president and CEO of Cavco Industries, Inc., a leading builder of manufactured homes. With diverse leadership experience across industries, he emphasizes adaptability, authenticity and team-driven success. Boor champions innovative, high-quality housing solutions, including affordable homeownership initiatives, and guides Cavco’s growth through strategic vision, operational excellence and a deep commitment to people.
Manufactured housing evolution: “Today’s homes match site-built quality, ranging from entry-level to multi-million-dollar properties. We’ve innovated with urban-friendly duplexes and are removing outdated requirements to allow for multistory designs. Quality and flexibility are at an all-time high, and innovation continues to drive the industry forward.”
Qualities leaders must have to succeed: “Adaptability is key. You must be a learner and a true listener — really paying attention, not just going through the motions. In leading a large organization like mine, with 7,000 employees across the country, you can’t directly reach everyone. My influence comes through my leadership team, so I need a clear philosophy of what the company should be and ensure that vision cascades through them. Communication matters, but it’s more than talking — it’s embedding that philosophy into programs, initiatives, and everyday decisions so it naturally shapes the organization.”
Leadership style: “I focus on designing and fine-tuning the organization for long-term success, not just chasing short-term results. I want a team that shares the vision, operates without constant direction, and thrives on contributing as part of a high-performing group.”
Defining moment: “About 15 years ago, I led a mining project in remote Northern Ontario among First Nations communities. I learned that success comes from caring more about the people you affect than just delivering business results. That mindset — focusing on people’s needs first — still drives my approach, especially in affordable housing.”
