This episode is from The FAM podcast back in October of 2020. Wes Roberts grew up in a hotel, was a bellhop by age 12, owned a bar that hosted some up and coming country singers, opened the first ever Edward Jones in Alaska and sold bedding after a car accident--and that was all before age 50! Join us today as we chat with the cousin of the legendary Harry Roberts and learn just how the circumstances you're given in life do not define you.

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

In this episode of The Bed Buzz, James Perez, one of Mattress Firm's first franchisees and a true industry leader, shares incredible stories about his family's three-generation legacy in the mattress business, as well as some of the most valuable lessons he learned from his father, Art, including:

• "Nothing happens until a sale is made": Art always emphasized that sales are the lifeblood of any business. Without them, nothing else matters.
• Lead by example: Art believed that true leaders always step up, take control, and guide others when needed. His motto: "Either lead, follow, or get out of the way."
• Go the extra mile for your customers: Just like Art, James believes every customer should leave with an experience worth talking about at the dinner table.
• No obstacles, only challenges: Art taught James that obstacles are not roadblocks; they are opportunities to find creative solutions.

You won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! 

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

In this episode we had an incredible conversation with Tommy Henderson—Mattress Firm’s very first employee, the mastermind behind our iconic dress code, a key shaper of our original culture, the pioneer of our first franchise, and now the successful owner of six Papa Murphy’s pizza stores!

Tommy packed this episode with amazing insights on sales, leadership, and the journey from employee to entrepreneur. Plus, he shares some jaw-dropping stories!  You don't want to miss this one!

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

In this episode, we sit down with Derek Miller, Senior VP of Sales at Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), to discuss his incredible 26-year journey in the industry.

Derek shares insights from his early days at Simmons, major industry shifts, and some fun surprises—there’s a special story in this episode you won’t want to miss! 

Tune in for a conversation packed with leadership tips, industry trends, and plenty of laughs!

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

We’re excited to bring you the latest episode of The BedBuzz podcast, featuring a very special guest—Stephen Ferguson, one of the brightest sales minds in the mattress industry.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into Stephen’s remarkable journey from his early days at Mattress Firm to becoming a top sales leader and successful business owner. He shares game-changing insights on how to maximize your Labor Day sales, the power of building trust in closing deals, and some unforgettable highlights from his career. This is one episode you definitely don’t want to miss!

Get ready to be inspired and energized for Labor Day weekend—our Super Bowl of sales! Let’s gear up, have fun, and make this Labor Day our best one yet!

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

Buckle up for a special trip down memory lane in our latest episode! Join us as we sit down with Steve Fendrich, one of the original founders of Mattress Firm. Steve’s stories about the early days, including some wild adventures and near disasters, are as eye-opening as they are inspiring. Ever wonder what it takes to turn a mattress business into an empire? You’re about to find out.

Tune in to hear Steve’s take on who really was the best salesperson among the three founders, the challenges of cooking frozen dinners without a microwave, and how a three-year-old almost shattered more than just a storefront window.

Don’t miss this episode filled with wisdom, laughter, and a few surprises. Trust us, you’ll be glad you listened!

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

We’re bringing you a special treat straight from the grand opening of our latest Mattress Firm store in Grand Forks, ND! Join us as we dive into the excitement of our 5-4-5 event, celebrating our 10th North Dakota store and 10 years of amazing service  from the Wolfpack.

In this episode, we chat about the stunning new location (seriously, it looks like something out of a Mattress Firm brochure!), the fantastic community of Grand Forks, and our epic 5 for $5 mattress deal. Spoiler alert: There’s even a surprise giveaway of a sixth free mattress!

Tune in to catch the lively atmosphere, meet some of our enthusiastic guests, and hear all about our special promotions. It’s a celebration you won’t want to miss!

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

Get ready to be inspired by our latest episode of The BedBuzz podcast! This week, we have a very special guest, Kelly Suzuki, Director of Business Development at Podium, joining us.

Kelly is incredibly passionate about helping companies like ours grow, especially focusing on boosting sales and income for YOU.

Tune in to hear about:

• The exciting partnership between Mattress Firm and Podium 
• Tips on leveraging Podium to maximize sales 
• Fun stories and memorable sales experiences 
• Golden nuggets like "You might lose the sale, but you never lose the lesson". 

Learn how Podium’s tools can help us achieve even greater success. Don’t miss out on this informative and fun-filled episode! 

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

We’re celebrating Mattress Firm’s 38th anniversary with two of our legendary co-founders, Paul Stork and Harry Roberts. 

You'll hear stories about overcoming challenges, creative problem-solving, and the camaraderie that made Mattress Firm what it is today. Paul shares his unforgettable sales experiences, and Harry’s legendary customer service stories will have you in stitches.

This episode is packed with nostalgia, laughter, and invaluable insights all while having fun and selling beds! 

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

Sheldon King, the Territory Manager for Mattress Firm North Dakota, shares his incredible journey from the sunny Bahamas to the snowy plains of North Dakota.  Sheldon's path is nothing short of amazing. 

Tune in to hear his fascinating story, including some wild sales tales, some inspirational golden nuggets, and how he’s rocking the Mattress Firm world.

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.