In this episode of Happy Half Hour with an Entrepreneur, Brian has a drink with John Gooden, President and COO of MDavis, Inc. - an industrial construction, fabrication, and maintenance contractor based out of Kennett Square, PA. MDavis is a family-owned business that was started in 1870 and is currently in their fifth generation.

Brian and John have an interesting conversation about having a female CEO in a male dominated industry. John explains how they implement their values and work with the clients they like. You’ll also find out how MDavis maintains the loyalty of multi-decade customers. Listen to find out that John means when he says there is endless opportunity right out of high school.

If you only have 10 minutes:2:12 - Learn about MDavis, their strategic plan, and John’s role in the company

7:21 - John’s career path; from the army, through college, starting at Mdavis (then leaving), and returning and working his way from the field into the office.

11:12 - Working for a 5th generation trades business with a female CEO

17:10 - Overseeing operations and handling employees - secrets of success!

20:20 - The “Cool Customers”

24:00 - The effects of the pandemic

26:20 - Team members being recognized for their work

28:00 - The rapid fire round (fitness, community involvement, negotiation skills, job satisfaction)

HAPPY ½ HOUR DRINKS:Hazy Cannon by Heavy Seas Beer - Brian rates it a 4 out of of 5 :https://untappd.com/b/heavy-seas-beer-hazy-cannon/4040628

Manhattan with Knob Creek Smoked Maple Bourbon: https://www.knobcreek.com/our-products/smoked-maple-bourbon-whiskey/

Learn more about John: https://www.mdavisinc.com/

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