In this episode of the podcast, we interview Anthony DiSanto, a key figure at FastenMaster. They discuss Anthony's journey from a music career to a successful role in marketing and product management within the construction industry. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding contractor needs, the evolution of FastenMaster products, and the significance of education and personal experiences in shaping career paths. In this engaging conversation, Anthony explores the intricacies of craftsmanship in the construction industry, the importance of learning from failures, and the evolution of Anthony's musical journey.

Thanks Anthony for coming on the pod: Anthony's band: https://www.instagram.com/craiwellband/

In this episode of the Dr. Decks podcast, Calvin Russell interviews Kevin Haney, also known as the Handsome Viking, who shares his journey from a childhood in New Hampshire to becoming a successful construction entrepreneur. Kevin discusses his academic achievements, including 14 varsity letters in high school, his extensive studies in engineering, and his transition from banking to teaching. He also talks about his passion for building outdoor spaces and his venture into adventure gear design.

Thank you to Kevin for coming on the pod! Skål! Find him here: https://www.instagram.com/haneyconstruction/

In this episode of the Dr Decks Podcast, Gordon South, aka the Wood Bully, shares his journey from a challenging upbringing in Toronto to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the construction industry. He discusses the importance of quality in his work, the impact of media on the construction landscape, and the lessons learned from his early experiences. Gordon emphasizes resilience, adaptability, and the value of self-education in navigating the complexities of business and life.

Today we're sitting down with Tony McKlem from Hollywood decks. In this conversation, Tony shares his journey from a banking career to the construction industry, detailing his experiences in various roles and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the importance of volunteering, personal transformation, and the establishment of his company, Hollywood Decks, in Florida. The conversation also touches on innovations in decking materials, the significance of mentorship, and the future of the building industry.

Huge shoutout to Tony for coming on the pod! Find him here: https://www.instagram.com/hollywooddecks/

In this episode of the Dr. Decks Podcast, host we welcome Dave Fraser, owner of Fraser Decks and Patio Covers. The conversation covers Dave's journey from a multi-sport athlete to a successful entrepreneur in the construction industry. They discuss the challenges Dave faced in his early career, including a significant setback that led him to pivot into deck building. The episode also highlights the importance of family in Dave's business, his marketing strategies, and the accolades he has received in the industry

Thanks to dave for coming on the pod! Find him here: https://fraserdecksandpatiocovers.com/ https://www.instagram.com/fraserdecksandpatiocovers/

In this episode of the Dr. Decks podcast, we interview Scott Sheffield, an industry professional with a diverse background. Scott shares his journey from a lower-income upbringing in Texas to joining the Marine Corps, where he gained valuable life experiences and traveled extensively. After his military service, he transitioned into retail management at Lowe's, where he spent 15 years before moving into lumber brokering and eventually joining Fortress Building Products.

In this episode, we interview John Malecki, a former NFL player and current woodworker and Youtuber, discussing his journey from a blue-collar upbringing in Pittsburgh to playing professional football. John shares insights about his childhood, high school sports, college football, and the challenges he faced in the NFL. He discusses discovering woodworking and how it became a new passion for him, leading to the creation of custom furniture and leveraging social media to build a brand.

Huge thanks to John for coming on the pod!

Follow him: @John_Malecki @JohnMaleckiUnscrewed https://www.instagram.com/john_malecki/

In this episode of the Dr Decks Podcast we talk to Kyle from RR Buildings. Kyle talks about his history from excelling in school, to being a star athlete, to eventually finding his thing building the highest quality barns imaginable.

Huge thank you to Kyle for joining us on the podcast!

@RRBuildings

https://www.instagram.com/rrbuildings/