The Only Classic Car Wiper Business in the World, with Pat Parnell-EP 267
Pat Parnell went to buy a classic car for his wife. He ended up buying a company too. Rain Gear Wiper Systems, the only hidden wiper system company for classic cars in the world. After 42 years hauling and installing high-end appliances, his body was done with the heavy lifting.
My Close Call
I wrote a blog recently about an NBA referee, Mark Davis, who seems to love making the close calls. I don’t. I am confronted now
Tools Require Skill
Last Friday, I visited George Breiwa at his company DynaVap, in Deforest, Wisconsin, right next to my alma mater, University of Wisconsin Madison. I had
American Failure
It is hard to run an airline, much less make any money doing it. On the other hand, it is hard to be as inept
I Want to Give More
Sometimes in the machinery business I fall into the habit of thinking only about transactions and only about how I can make more money. I’m
For the Love of Refereeing
I have always been baffled why anyone becomes a referee or an umpire. Is it a passion for power or authority? Is it a love

Starting a Machining Company is Hard, with Jon Perin
Today’s guest on the podcast is Jon Perin, owner and President of Perin Industries, a young CNC machining company in Webster City, Iowa. Jon, started

