In Good Company: A Local LBK Podcast

Reimagining a 50-Year-Old Print Shop | Madison Baker on California Tees, Motherhood, and the Future of Custom Apparel

In this episode of In Good Company, Taylor McAlpine sits down with Madison Baker of California Tees, a 50-year-old print shop on 16th and University in Lubbock, Texas. Madison shares the story of how her dad started California Tees in 1976, what it was like growing up in the business, and how she eventually found her way back to Lubbock to help lead the company into its next chapter. The conversation covers family business, motherhood, creative work, screen printing, building a team, modernizing old systems, and what the future of custom apparel could look like. Taking the business from handwritten invoices to live event printing, Madison gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to run a creative production business while honoring the legacy that came before her.

Building a Family Business That Lasts | Stephen Cavender on Legacy and Leadership

In this episode of In Good Company, we sit down with Stephen Cavender, President and CEO of the Cavender Auto Family, to talk about what it really takes to build a business that lasts. Stephen shares the story of how his family got started in the car business in 1939 and how that foundation has grown into a multi-state operation with 16 dealerships. From navigating the realities of a family business to stepping into leadership himself, he gives an honest look at the challenges, opportunities, and decisions that have shaped their journey. We also talk about the role mission and purpose play in their organization, how they think about leadership across teams, and why giving back to the communities they serve is central to everything they do. Whether you are building a business, leading a team, or simply care about the people and stories shaping Lubbock and beyond, this conversation will leave you with a deeper appreciation for what it means to grow something that lasts. Because when you are in good company, everything moves forward.