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Stories in StoneShelby Duncan: Crossfit + Boat Shed = Burgeoning Stone BusinessShelby, co-owner of CV Stoneworks in San Angelo, TX, joins us to discuss his journey in the stone industry. Fascinating insights into what it looks and feels like to grow a successful stone business!
Resources mentioned in the episode:
Less Chaos More Cash - https://aaroncrowley.com/product/less-chaos-more-cash-book/
The Toyota Way - https://www.amazon.com/Toyota-Way-Management-Principles-Manufacturer/dp/0071392319
The E-Myth - https://www.google.com/books/edition/The_E_Myth_Revisited/HHJVIpbpSgsC?hl=en&gbpv=1&printsec=frontcover2024-07-2949 minStories in StoneStephen Alberts - Marketing MasterclassGreat conversation with Stephen Alberts of Countertop Marketing Co. When it comes to marketing in the countertop industry - Stephen is THE guy! Enjoy the show!
Check out Countertop Marketing Co here:
https://countertopmarketingco.com/
2024-02-2647 minStories in StonePura Vida Stone Sales!Our first guest recording from Costa Rica - Justin Shaw takes us through his journey of sales and marketing at all levels, lessons learned along the way, and how he found his way into bringing those lessons and his accumulated knowledge to the stone industry!
You can check out what he's doing @ stonefabricatorelite.com
2024-01-1548 minStories in StoneSteve Mast - Stone & Christmas Trees: A Perfect ComboSteve Mast brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this episode of Stories in Stone. We talk practical solutions for everyday problems and where the industry is heading, as well as a number of other topics!
Check out SpeedLabel here - https://speedlabel.net/
And SpeedFolder here - https://speedfolder.com/2023-10-2356 minStories in StoneJoe Alva - Changing How You Cut Stone, One T-Rex At a TimeJoe Alva, Founder and CEO of Poseidon Industries, gives us a glimpse into his story and what led him to ultimately create the T-Rex machine! You're in for a rewarding listen with this one.
Check out more of what Joe and Poseidon are doing here - https://www.poseidonmachinery.com/2023-10-091h 17Stories in StoneStories in Stone UPDATE!Just a quick update - stay tuned for more!2023-09-2503 minStories in StoneJordan Watt - CDE (Chief Data Enthusiast)You may know the CDE as the California Department of Education, but after this episode you'll know why the CDE really refers to Jordan as the Chief Data Enthusiast for the stone industry! Insightful conversations on the power of data, working alongside family, and so much more!2023-09-1140 minStories in StoneThe "Mailbag" EpisodeA true "one for us" type episode where we review some of the high level topics discussed on previous episodes, answer some of the FAQ's of ActionFlow, and highlight a few names to consider if you plan to start a stone company anytime soon!2023-08-2841 minStories in StoneNarelle Hooker - From Sewing Scrubs to Slingin' Stone (Part 2/2)Narelle Hooker, owner of McKenzie Stone & Tile, shares her journey through the stone industry, along with the twists and turns along the way. Her passion for educating the industry really comes through and is evident in everything she does. We can't wait for you to listen!
All Slab Fabbers - allslabfabbers.com
All Slab Fabbers Business Symposium - allslabfabbers.com/event/all-slab-fabbers-business-symposium
2023-08-2137 minStories in StoneNarelle Hooker - From Sewing Scrubs to Slingin' Stone (Part 1/2)Narelle Hooker, owner of McKenzie Stone & Tile, shares her journey through the stone industry, along with the twists and turns along the way. Her passion for educating the industry really comes through and is evident in everything she does. We can't wait for you to listen!
All Slab Fabbers - allslabfabbers.com
All Slab Fabbers Business Symposium - allslabfabbers.com/event/all-slab-fabbers-business-symposium2023-08-1446 minStories in StoneTheresa Obert - Key to Sales? Donuts.One of our own! Theresa Obert joins us and fills us in on her history. She's seen a lot of different parts of the industry and you'll definitely want to hear her perspective!
Thanks for listening!2023-07-1043 minStories in StoneBerenice Manzano - A Little Bit of Everything (In the Stone Industry)Berenice (Bee) Monzano comes on to discuss her career path through the stone industry. She has a wealth of experience and is seemingly just getting started! The time will fly by listening to her story!
www.xlapiedra.com
www.instagram.com/xlapiedra/
*Disclaimer - we had a couple of minor audio issues towards the end of the episode, sorry in advance!
2023-06-2643 minStories in StoneChad Staheli - Can You Be Too Into Data??Chad Staheli from Rock Tops Utah joins the crew to discuss his path through the stone industry and why data makes everything better! Chad brings a wealth of firsthand knowledge to the table as well as keen insights into what the future of the industry may look like.2023-06-1953 minStories in StoneTed Lambert - Stone Industry Renaissance ManTed shares with us his wealth of experiences in the stone industry. From managing shops to selling material to his current role, Ted really has seen it all. Give it a listen, you won't be disappointed.
https://speedlabel.net/
https://www.actionflow.net/2023-06-1253 minStories in StoneGeoffrey Gran - Private Jet Countertop SpecialistBuckle up everyone, Geoffrey came armed with a wealth of knowledge, a willingness to share, and a passion for profits! Hear how he got his start in the industry and where he's been going ever since.
Geoffrey's involvement in the industry includes:
The Countertop Factory - https://tcfmidwest.com/
Hot Sauce - https://www.hotsauceyourtops.com/
SpeedLabel - https://speedlabel.net/
... and much more!2023-06-0558 minStories in StoneDean Brady - Romanian Trained, American MadeDean Brady, cofounder of Granite Pro LLC, gives an account of his fascinating backstory in the stone industry; and also talks with the guys about the business side of the industry, a topic he's especially passionate about!
Visit his website to learn more about Granite Pro LLC!
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See you next week!2023-05-2948 minStories in StoneSean Lardner - Hot Air Balloons, Mark Twain and the Family BusinessSean Lardner, a 3rd generation member of the team at Rocky Mountain Stone in Albuquerque, New Mexico, joins Kyle and Josiah to discuss family businesses, his role and where he sees the stone industry going. 2023-05-2248 minStories in StoneReese Watt - ActionFlow: The Origin StoryReese Watt, founder and CEO of ActionFlow, joins us to discuss his career and how he created ActionFlow. Visit https://info.actionflow.net/stories-in-stone for more info!2023-05-1554 minStories in StoneTrailerFollow along, get ready for some rock(ing) stories!
https://info.actionflow.net/stories-in-stone2023-05-0502 min