Scaling Cabinetry and Embracing AI: David Smith on Blue-Collar Growth and Resilience

Scaling Cabinetry and Embracing AI: David Smith on Blue-Collar Growth and Resilience

In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast,Chase Megyeri speaks with David Smith, CEO of Summit Cabinets. David shares his journey from a mechanical design background to founding his own cabinetry business. He discusses the challenges of scaling the company, the importance of client acquisition strategies, and how they are embracing AI to improve efficiency. David also offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the blue-collar space, emphasizing the need for resilience and emotional control in the face of challenges. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Eric Pierre of Pierre Accounting. Pierre Accounting is a national CPA and advanced tax strategy firm that designs sophisticated wealth structures to legally minimize tax and accelerate long-term wealth creation for high-income entrepreneurs and investors. Website: https://www.pierreaccounting.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamyourfavoritecpa/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierreaccounting/ 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 Big Hitters on Youtube [https://youtube.com/@bighitterspodcast?si=6S_QTCi7WwcSO2e0] 🎙️ Big Hitters on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/38cEQ3ZDYZkQkwZ0KyCawg?si=2428724eabd944cc] 🎧 Big Hitters on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-hitters/id1808008973] Connect with Andrew: Follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theandrewhathaway/] Follow on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BigHath33/] Follow on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theandrewhathaway] Connect on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anhathaway/] Hathaway Companies Website [https://hathaway-companies.com/] Virtual Assist Website [https://www.virtual-assist.co/] Freedom AI Website [https://freedom-ai.io/]

Pivoting and Growing: Matt Dulin on Baking, Business Challenges, and Customer Connection

In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Chase Megyeri speaks with Matt Dulin, the founder of GetRights, a bakery and pizza shop in Denver. Matt shares the story of how he transitioned from a sous chef to starting his own business during the pandemic. He discusses the unique combination of pastries and pizza that sets GetRights apart, the challenges of managing growth, and the importance of building a strong team to ensure continued success. In this conversation, Matt Dulin discusses the importance of connecting with customers on a human level in the restaurant industry, the challenges of managing a growing business, and the day-to-day realities of restaurant ownership. He emphasizes the need for effective training, hiring for cultural fit, and the balance between work and personal life. Matt also shares valuable advice for aspiring restaurant owners, highlighting the significance of being fully immersed in their work and the impact of cutting corners. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Eric Pierre of Pierre Accounting. Pierre Accounting is a national CPA and advanced tax strategy firm that designs sophisticated wealth structures to legally minimize tax and accelerate long-term wealth creation for high-income entrepreneurs and investors. Website: https://www.pierreaccounting.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamyourfavoritecpa/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierreaccounting/ 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 Big Hitters on Youtube [https://youtube.com/@bighitterspodcast?si=6S_QTCi7WwcSO2e0] 🎙️ Big Hitters on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/38cEQ3ZDYZkQkwZ0KyCawg?si=2428724eabd944cc] 🎧 Big Hitters on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-hitters/id1808008973] Connect with Andrew: Follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theandrewhathaway/] Follow on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BigHath33/] Follow on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theandrewhathaway] Connect on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anhathaway/] Hathaway Companies Website [https://hathaway-companies.com/] Virtual Assist Website [https://www.virtual-assist.co/] Freedom AI Website [https://freedom-ai.io/]

Navigating a Changing Industry: Justin Jacobs on AI, Agents, and Health Insurance Growth

In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Justin Jacobs discusses the evolving landscape of health insurance, focusing on the challenges faced by the industry, the unique value propositions offered by his agency, and the importance of leveraging technology like AI. He emphasizes the need for younger agents in the field and shares insights on how consumers can navigate health insurance effectively. Additionally, he reflects on personal growth through community involvement and the impact of organizations like Rise Up Kings. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Eric Pierre of Pierre Accounting. Pierre Accounting is a national CPA and advanced tax strategy firm that designs sophisticated wealth structures to legally minimize tax and accelerate long-term wealth creation for high-income entrepreneurs and investors. Website: https://www.pierreaccounting.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamyourfavoritecpa/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierreaccounting/ 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 Big Hitters on Youtube [https://youtube.com/@bighitterspodcast?si=6S_QTCi7WwcSO2e0] 🎙️ Big Hitters on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/38cEQ3ZDYZkQkwZ0KyCawg?si=2428724eabd944cc] 🎧 Big Hitters on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-hitters/id1808008973] Connect with Andrew: Follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theandrewhathaway/] Follow on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BigHath33/] Follow on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theandrewhathaway] Connect on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anhathaway/] Hathaway Companies Website [https://hathaway-companies.com/] Virtual Assist Website [https://www.virtual-assist.co/] Freedom AI Website [https://freedom-ai.io/]

Building Better Men: Faith, Leadership, and Hope Through Service and the Outdoors

In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway and Craig Mortz discuss the importance of challenging men to step up in their faith and responsibilities, the impact of philanthropy, and the transformative experiences provided through nature and hunting trips for children with terminal illnesses. They explore innovative solutions for accessibility in outdoor activities, the significance of leadership in building better humans, and the role of faith and vulnerability in personal growth. The discussion emphasizes the need for community support and the power of love and hope in the lives of those facing challenges. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Eric Pierre of Pierre Accounting. Pierre Accounting is a national CPA and advanced tax strategy firm that designs sophisticated wealth structures to legally minimize tax and accelerate long-term wealth creation for high-income entrepreneurs and investors. Website: https://www.pierreaccounting.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamyourfavoritecpa/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierreaccounting/ 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 Big Hitters on Youtube [https://youtube.com/@bighitterspodcast?si=6S_QTCi7WwcSO2e0] 🎙️ Big Hitters on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/38cEQ3ZDYZkQkwZ0KyCawg?si=2428724eabd944cc] 🎧 Big Hitters on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-hitters/id1808008973] Connect with Andrew: Follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theandrewhathaway/] Follow on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BigHath33/] Follow on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theandrewhathaway] Connect on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anhathaway/] Hathaway Companies Website [https://hathaway-companies.com/] Virtual Assist Website [https://www.virtual-assist.co/] Freedom AI Website [https://freedom-ai.io/]

Scaling StructureTech: Reuben Saltzman on Training, AI, and Controlled Growth

In this episode of the Builders Bible podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Reuben Saltzman, the owner of StructureTech, a home inspection company. Reuben shares his journey into the home inspection industry, the growth of his company, and the challenges of training new inspectors. He discusses the importance of thorough inspections, particularly regarding water flow in homes, and how AI is beginning to play a role in their processes. Reuben also touches on the ethical foundation of his business, influenced by his faith, and emphasizes the importance of personal fitness and work-life balance. The conversation co Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Eric Pierre of Pierre Accounting. Pierre Accounting is a national CPA and advanced tax strategy firm that designs sophisticated wealth structures to legally minimize tax and accelerate long-term wealth creation for high-income entrepreneurs and investors. Website: https://www.pierreaccounting.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamyourfavoritecpa/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierreaccounting/ 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 Big Hitters on Youtube [https://youtube.com/@bighitterspodcast?si=6S_QTCi7WwcSO2e0] 🎙️ Big Hitters on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/38cEQ3ZDYZkQkwZ0KyCawg?si=2428724eabd944cc] 🎧 Big Hitters on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-hitters/id1808008973] Connect with Andrew: Follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/theandrewhathaway/] Follow on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/BigHath33/] Follow on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theandrewhathaway] Connect on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anhathaway/] Hathaway Companies Website [https://hathaway-companies.com/] Virtual Assist Website [https://www.virtual-assist.co/] Freedom AI Website [https://freedom-ai.io/]