Send us a text, we want to hear from you! In this conversation, Cody Highfield shares his journey from being a teacher to running his own fabrication business, Trinity Fab Works. He discusses the challenges of balancing his teaching career with his growing business, the importance of community support, and the lessons learned from early mistakes. Cody emphasizes the role of faith in his business decisions and the value of family time over financial gain. He also shares insights on time managemen...
Jun 30, 2025•1 hr 43 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! In this conversation, Kevin Johnson interviews Aaron from Wilson Products, discussing his unique journey from appliance repair to becoming a key player in the welding industry. Aaron shares insights into the gas distribution sector, including the complexities of cylinder rental and ownership, the supply chain of gases, and the importance of hydro testing for safety. He also delves into the factors influencing gas prices and how small distributors can com...
Jun 02, 2025•57 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Kevin Johnson interviews Sam Hackman, a welder and business owner, about his journey in the welding industry. Sam shares his early experiences, challenges transitioning to full-time business, and goals for the future. They discuss field vs. shop work, pricing, scheduling, and the importance of quality and customer service. Sam talks about managing employees, maintaining satisfaction, and justifying equipment purchases like his favorite tool—the press bra...
May 19, 2025•1 hr 20 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! In this conversation, Kevin Johnson and Steven Sainsbury discuss the journey of building a fabrication business, FlyFab, from its early influences to current operations. They explore the challenges of transitioning from part-time to full-time work, the importance of quality control, and the lessons learned in business. Steven shares insights on mentorship, skill development, and hiring strategies, emphasizing the need for a structured approach to growth ...
Apr 28, 2025•2 hr 9 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! In this conversation, Kevin Johnson and Jon discuss Jon's journey as a professional problem solver in the welding and fabrication industry. Jon shares insights about his business, the challenges he faced in hiring employees, and how he has navigated the complexities of pricing and estimating work. They also touch on the importance of work-life balance and Jon's daily routine, emphasizing the need for focus and efficiency in his work. In this conversation...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 33 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! In this episode we discuss a different side of the welding business. Codie is a metal artist from Colorado and we discuss the business side of metal art. Follow along with what he does at Sage Country Customs www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 19 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Austin owns Dirt Road Metal Works out of Amite, Louisiana. He is the creator and admin of the Handrail & Gate Fabrication Tips and Tricks and CNC Plasma Tips and Tricks Uncensored. You can find his pages here: https://www.facebook.com/DRMWLLC https://www.facebook.com/groups/406542684902002 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2126268564275506 www.FabricatorOlympics.com...
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 47 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! We sit down with Jason from the Arc Junkies Podcast, Max from the CWB podcast and Frank from the Torch Tales podcast to discuss starting and running a business. www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! In this episode we catch up with a few of the people who competed and judged the 2024 Fabricator Olympics this year to discuss how it went and what is coming up in the future. www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Oct 07, 2024•48 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Today I give a quick look behind the scenes of the 2024 Fabricator Olympics and what it takes to put on an event like this. www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Sep 23, 2024•37 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Dillon runs Yeti Welding, a fabrication shop out of Spanish Fork, Utah. We talk all about how he's built his business to include over a dozen team members and about the work his shop does. @Yeti_welding www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Sep 16, 2024•19 min•Season 16Ep. 5
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Dillon runs Yeti Welding, a fabrication shop out of Spanish Fork, Utah. We talk all about how he's built his business to include over a dozen team members and about the work his shop does. @Yeti_welding www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Sep 09, 2024•33 min•Season 16Ep. 4
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Dillon runs Yeti Welding, a fabrication shop out of Spanish Fork, Utah. We talk all about how he's built his business to include over a dozen team members and about the work his shop does. @Yeti_welding www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Sep 03, 2024•37 min•Season 16Ep. 3
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Dillon runs Yeti Welding, a fabrication shop out of Spanish Fork, Utah. We talk all about how he's built his business to include over a dozen team members and about the work his shop does. @Yeti_welding www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Aug 26, 2024•39 min•Season 16Ep. 2
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Dillon runs Yeti Welding, a fabrication shop out of Spanish Fork, Utah. We talk all about how he's built his business to include over a dozen team members and about the work his shop does. @Yeti_welding www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Aug 20, 2024•37 min•Season 16Ep. 1
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Nate is co-owner of Battle Born welding, a structural steel and ornamental iron contractor out of Gardnerville, Nevada. www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Aug 05, 2024•32 min•Season 15Ep. 2
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Nate is co-owner of Battle Born welding, a structural steel and ornamental iron contractor out of Gardnerville, Nevada. www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Jul 29, 2024•33 min•Season 15Ep. 1
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Scott is a single owner operator out of Rumford, Maine. We dive into the beginning of how he got started and the growth of his small welding business. www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Jul 22, 2024•42 min•Season 14Ep. 3
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Scott is a single owner operator out of Rumford, Maine. We dive into the beginning of how he got started and the growth of his small welding business. www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Jul 15, 2024•34 min•Season 14Ep. 2
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Real talk with the ones who get it done. www.FabricatorOlympics.com
Jun 24, 2024•34 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Real talk with the ones who get it done.
Jun 17, 2024•25 min•Season 14Ep. 5
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Real talk with the ones who get it done.
Jun 10, 2024•25 min•Season 14Ep. 4
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Real talk with the ones who get it done.
Jun 03, 2024•34 min•Season 14Ep. 3
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Real talk with the ones who get it done.
May 27, 2024•34 min•Season 14Ep. 2
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Real talk with the ones who get it done.
May 20, 2024•35 min•Season 14Ep. 1
Send us a text, we want to hear from you!
Mar 04, 2024•3 min
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Business talk with the ones who actually get it done.
Dec 18, 2023•32 min•Season 13Ep. 3
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Welding business talk with the ones who get it done.
Dec 12, 2023•36 min•Season 13Ep. 2
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! Business talk with the ones who actually get it done.
Dec 04, 2023•36 min•Season 13Ep. 1
Send us a text, we want to hear from you! www.YouTube.com/WeldingBusinessOwnersPodcast
Nov 27, 2023•2 min
