Скачать или смотреть Mile Marker 39 – Growing with Purpose: Pat Godwin Jr. on Mergers, Innovation, and the Future

In his fourth appearance on Beyond the Bulldog, Pat Godwin Jr., President of The Godwin Group, returns to continue the story of how a small family fabrication shop evolved into the largest family-owned and operated truck equipment manufacturer in the United States. This episode dives deep into the strategic thinking, calculated risk, and people-first leadership behind Godwin’s growth through mergers and acquisitions.

Pat discusses:
Early custom trailer builds that showcased innovation long before CAD and formal engineering
How strategic acquisitions like R&S, Galleon, Champion Hoist, and Williamson strengthened the product portfolio
Why culture, trust, and employee stability matter more than speed during acquisitions
His father’s practical approach to leadership, lean manufacturing, and accountability
Carrying the company into the future through innovation, succession planning, and hands-on experience

With candid stories, humor, and hard-earned wisdom, Pat explains why sustainable growth isn’t about shortcuts — it’s about people, preparation, and doing things the right way over time.

1:30: A Few More Pat Sr. Stories
9:53: Godwin Acquires R/S
19:18: Godwin Acquires Galion
21:55: Spotlight: Mack Shop
22:33: Godwin Group Forms
24:52: Champion Hoists Forms
27:34: Godwin Acquires Williamsen
31:41: This Week In History: Mack Launches the MD
33:08: From Running Inventory to President
39:21: The Future of the Godwin Group
41:26: The Importance of Succession Planning

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