On this episode of the Bullpen, Brandon Vannelli, President and Co-Owner of Norco Precision, shares his journey of acquiring and leading a Twin Cities–based sheet metal manufacturing company. He reflects on the challenges of stepping into ownership, earning trust during a leadership transition, and maintaining Norco’s reputation for quality and responsiveness while scaling operations. Brandon highlights the importance of listening to employees, building a strong culture rooted in precision and innovation, and using clear communication to keep a small team aligned during periods of growth. He also discusses strategic expansion through deeper customer relationships and closes with advice for aspiring entrepreneurs on the value of asking questions and learning from others in the industry.