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Welding Business Owner Podcast

We discuss with other business owners how to start and grow your welding business. 

Our guests range from single owner operators up to people who manage teams of 50+ with decades of experience.

We discuss how they got started, strategies for growth, team management, bidding and winning jobs, downfalls to avoid and lots more! 


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Episodes

Full Episode -Cody Highfield - Trinity Fab

Send us Fan Mail 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 management, client relationships, ...

Jun 30, 20251 hr 43 min

Aaron - Wilson Products

Send us Fan Mail 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 compete with larger companie...

Jun 02, 202558 min

Sam Hackman - Fortitude Welding and Fabrication

Send us Fan Mail 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 brake. He reflects on risks ...

May 19, 20251 hr 21 min

Steve - Fly Fab

Send us Fan Mail 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 and quality management. I...

Apr 28, 20252 hr 10 min

Jon - The Shop inc.

Send us Fan Mail 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, Jon and Kevin discuss t...

Apr 14, 20251 hr 34 min

Codie Aljets - Sage Country Customs

Send us Fan Mail 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 September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Mar 19, 20251 hr 20 min

Austin Lanier - Dirt Road Metal Works

Send us Fan Mail 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 September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com...

Mar 03, 20251 hr 48 min

Cross-Pod at FabTech 2024

Send us Fan Mail 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. September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Oct 21, 20241 hr 13 min

Round table wrap up Fabricator Olympics 2024

Send us Fan Mail 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. September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Oct 07, 202449 min

Behind the Scenes Fabricator Olympics 2024

Send us Fan Mail 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. September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Sep 23, 202438 min

Dillon - Yeti Welding - Episode #5

Send us Fan Mail 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 September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Sep 16, 202420 minSeason 16Ep. 5

Dillon - Yeti Welding - Episode #4

Send us Fan Mail 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 September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Sep 09, 202434 minSeason 16Ep. 4

Dillon - Yeti Welding - Episode #3

Send us Fan Mail 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 September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Sep 03, 202438 minSeason 16Ep. 3

Dillon - Yeti Welding - Episode #2

Send us Fan Mail 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 September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Aug 26, 202440 minSeason 16Ep. 2

Dillon - Yeti Welding - Episode #1

Send us Fan Mail 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 September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Aug 20, 202438 minSeason 16Ep. 1

Nate - Battle Born Welding Episode 2

Send us Fan Mail Nate is co-owner of Battle Born welding, a structural steel and ornamental iron contractor out of Gardnerville, Nevada. September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Aug 05, 202433 minSeason 15Ep. 2

Nate - Battle Born Welding Episode 1

Send us Fan Mail Nate is co-owner of Battle Born welding, a structural steel and ornamental iron contractor out of Gardnerville, Nevada. September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Jul 29, 202434 minSeason 15Ep. 1

Scott - Concord River Fab Episode 3

Send us Fan Mail 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. September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Jul 22, 202443 minSeason 14Ep. 3

Scott - Concord River Fab Episode 2

Send us Fan Mail 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. September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Jul 15, 202434 minSeason 14Ep. 2

Scott - Concord River Fab Episode 1

Send us Fan Mail Real talk with the ones who get it done. September 11th and 12th. www.WeldingBusinessSummit.com www.FabricatorOlympics.com

Jun 24, 202434 min

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Mar 04, 20243 min

Chris Hrabik - Episode 3

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Dec 18, 202332 minSeason 13Ep. 3

Chris Hrabik - Episode 2

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Dec 12, 202336 minSeason 13Ep. 2

Chris Hrabik - Episode 1

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Dec 04, 202336 minSeason 13Ep. 1
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