Setting goals – part 2

Over the last few months, we’ve grown our team a bit, and as part of that process, I’ve been thinking a lot about our company values, guiding principles, and goals. The last time we had a clear goal was during the housing crash. You can read about it in...

StoneTalk Episode 12 – Roderick Bley

In episode 12, Patrick speaks with Roderick Bley of Fabricator’s Choice – a consulting company that helps fabricators with all aspects of their businesses. Listen to this episode to learn: The types of services Fabricator’s Choice provides for...

Hello, new logo!

About 12 years ago, my buddy from college – Ted – started building some scheduling software for his brother’s countertop fabrication shop. Not too long after that (in late January 2003), I happened going to Silicon Valley for work, and asked him if...

StoneTalk Episode 11 – Jason Nottestad

In this episode, Patrick speaks with Jason Nottestad, International Sourcing Manager for VT Industries, a laminate manufacturer and hard surface fabricator with nationwide reach. You’ll learn: How Jason handles shipping from all of the plants. How logistics is...