Bill Golden, the founder of Golden Boat Lifts, shares his journey from moving to Florida in 1980 to building a global empire in the boat lift industry.
Bill discusses his innovative approach to manufacturing, his commitment to quality and customer service, and how he turned his initial experience with a welding machine into a successful business.
Highlights include his insights on industry challenges, the importance of listening to customers, and exciting new developments like a hurricane-resistant boat lift cover. Bill's passion for innovation and excellence shines through as he explains how he's maintained a thriving business for over 40 years.
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:17 Ocala's Horse Country and Rock the Country Event
01:22 Golden Boat Lifts Facility Tour
01:41 Bill Golden's Journey into the Boat Lift Business
02:32 Innovations and Manufacturing Processes
04:45 Global Expansion and Unique Installations
07:46 Challenges and Innovations in Boat Lift Design
23:01 Freestanding and Hydraulic Boat Lifts
35:27 Innovative Cable Solution
36:35 The Importance of Patents
37:45 Navigating the Patent Process
38:50 From Ideas to Market
41:24 Challenges and Successes
43:53 Customer-Driven Innovation
46:11 Hurricane Impact and Resilience
49:43 Global Expansion and Unique Projects
55:35 Future Innovations and Business Growth
01:06:50 Conclusion and Contact Information
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