In this episode of Machine Tool Maniacs, I sit down with Drew Mortensen, the founder of Gem State Machine in Idaho Falls. Drew shares his journey from machinist to shop owner, the leap of faith that launched his business, and the unexpected challenges along the way. We dig into the realities of buying new vs used equipment, building shop culture, marketing a startup shop, and where he hopes to take Gem State Machine in the future. Whether you’re dreaming of starting your own shop or just curious about what it takes, this is an honest look at the grind of building a machine shop from the ground up.

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