Full Circle at the Ballpark

Concrete Floor Treatment Installs White Metallic Floor in New GM Suite

When Gregory Prokop, President of Concrete Floor Treatment, walked into the ballpark this winter to oversee a 7,000-square foot installation inside the new GM Suite, it meant more than just another project. It marked a full-circle moment.

Nearly two years ago, on Opening Day 2024, Prokop and Vice President Tom Higgins officially purchased Concrete Floor Treatment. Opening Day quickly became a tradition. In 2025, they returned to celebrate the anniversary of taking that leap together. And in 2026, they found themselves back again—this time completing a white metallic floor inside one of the stadium’s newest premier spaces.

“It’s pretty amazing to look at how far our team has come. To be working on a project in a place that means something to both Tom and me makes it even more special. We’re proud of the growth we’ve seen in just two years,” Prokop said.

For two longtime friends turned business partners, the timing wasn’t lost on them. Prokop and Higgins had been friends for years before deciding to go into business together. Higgins brought a strong background in construction and concrete. Prokop was working as a baker at a local bakery when Higgins approached him with the idea of purchasing Concrete Floor Treatment and starting something new together.

Tom Higgins (left) and Greg Prokop (right) pose on the outside deck of the suite.

It was a bold move—but one built on trust.

“I’ve been interested in building a business for myself, but knew I would need a partner to build one with. Greg was a no-brainer for me and was my immediate first call,” Higgins said. The feeling was mutual for both owners.

“I was interested in making a switch before Tom approached me, and I knew he had the construction knowledge and I could lead the business side,” Prokop said. “We then both started learning from each other. We have a great friendship built on mutual respect, so it all came together naturally.”

Today, projects like this 7,000-square-foot installation are what Prokop calls their “bread and butter”—large, detailed jobs that require coordination, craftsmanship and tight timelines.

The new GM Suite will feature office space overlooking the baseball carousel just behind the main concourse along the first baseline. The design called for a clean, white metallic finish—modern, bright and polished.

While many people call it a “metallic concrete floor,” it’s actually a decorative coating installed over concrete. The process is straightforward but requires careful attention at every step.

First, the existing concrete is cleaned and prepared so the new floor bonds properly. Next, a base layer is applied. Then the white metallic coating is poured and spread evenly across the surface, creating movement and depth in the finish. Finally, a clear protective coat is added to seal everything in and ensure long-term durability.

From start to finish, a project this size can be completed in about a week.

Concrete surface preparation using a handheld grinder and dust-collection vacuum.

“Preparation is everything in this business. When you take the time to do it right up front, the rest of the project falls into place—and that’s what ensures a floor that lasts,” Higgins said.

Greg echoed those sentiments and said their employees really help them shine on jobs to keep work coming.

“Our efficiency comes down to the team,” Prokop said. “The three employees we hired from SEMCA have been outstanding. They came in prepared, ready to work and willing to learn. When you’ve got people like that, you can move fast and still deliver quality.”

Higgins’ construction background provides the technical expertise behind every project. Prokop’s path may have started in a bakery, but he brings the same discipline and consistency to every job: show up early, pay attention to the details and deliver quality work.

Inside the finished GM Suite, the white metallic floor will reflect natural light from the windows overlooking the field. It elevates the space without distracting from the view—subtle, polished and built to last.

For two friends who by happenstance chose Opening Day as the start of their business journey, completing a project inside that very ballpark feels symbolic. Sometimes, the right foundation—in both business and concrete—makes all the difference.