In this episode, we are joined by Anthony Varela, the dynamic CEO of Hot Shot Fabrication.
Anthony shares his incredible journey from working in various industries such as oil, military, and defense, to taking the leap of faith and starting his own fabrication company.
-Anthony's background and diverse career path
-The founding and growth of Hot Shot Fabrication
-Key entrepreneurial insights and challenges
-The importance of customer service and work-life balance
-How to navigate business growth and team building
(0:00) Introduction and guest welcome
(0:42) Anthony Varela's background, early influences and career choices
(5:18) The journey from college dropout to entrepreneurship
(7:38) Challenges in corporate culture and starting Hot Shot Fabrication
(10:40) Growth, mentorship, and first hire
(13:16) Expansion: Moving into a larger facility and first acquisition
(16:18) Diversification and investment in advanced equipment
(22:02) Hot Shot Fabrication's ventures into defense and education
(24:21) Work-life balance and company culture
(34:01) The importance of maintaining skills in business
(38:48) Hot Shot Fabrication's turning point and success definitions
(44:14) Conclusion and final thoughts