Mike welcomes Mike Webster, Vice President at Capozza Floor Covering Center in Portland, Maine. They discuss the complexities and growth of the flooring industry in the New England market. Mike Webster shares the history of Capozza, a family-owned business spanning three generations, and his own 16-year journey from warehouse worker to Vice President. The episode covers various aspects of the business, including commercial and residential flooring, recent company changes, Portland's development, the importance of training and retaining good employees, and the company's participation in the Fuse network. The conversation also delves into balancing work and family life, and concludes with some personal insights about Portland's restaurant scene and local sports culture.
Capozza Floor Covering Center: https://capozzaflooring.com/
Mike Webster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-webster-b0385945/
Topics
00:43 Meet Mike Webster from Portland, Maine
02:04 The History of Capozza
04:17 Mike Webster's Journey in the Flooring Industry
07:00 Acquisition of DMT and Business Expansion
09:31 Life in Portland, Maine
14:06 The Role of Fuse Network
16:09 Recent Changes and Future Plans at Capozza
20:24 Introduction to Floor Life Solutions (FLS)
20:37 Importance of Proper Floor Maintenance
21:36 Company Structure and Training Programs
25:39 Portland's Construction Boom
28:38 Sports and Family Life in Portland
29:31 Working for a Family Business
34:17 Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusion
