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S3E1 From Sandcastles to World-Class Sculptures: Greg Grady’s Journey in the Sand Sculpting and Event Industry
In this episode of the Handforged Podcast, Greg Grady, an internationally recognized sand sculptor and event organizer, shares his remarkable journey from a local kid on Hampton Beach to traveling…
S2E12 Keep Paychecks Flowing: Alex DeQuattro on Aflac for the Trades
Accidents, injuries, and even downtime from illness can sink a small contracting business—but they don’t have to. In this episode, Aflac specialist Alex DeQuattro breaks down how supplemental…
S2E11 What does it actually take to grow a business and keep your sanity?
In this episode of Handforged, business coach Ed Keohan joins Frank to break down what keeps small business owners stuck—and what it really takes to scale without burning out. From vision-setting to…
S2E8 From Trauma to Purpose: How Greg Getchell Found Healing Through Action
In this episode, Navy veteran and business owner Greg Getchell shares a raw and powerful journey—from overcoming family tragedy and a traumatic brain injury, to navigating the military transition and…
S2E9 From Street Hustles to Service & Purpose: How Franco Sapia Built Zero Six Reveille
In this episode of the Handforged Podcast, Franco Sapia—Marine Corps veteran, former federal agent, and founder of Zero Six Reveille—opens up about a life forged through grit, mistakes, and…
S2E8 From Infantry to CNC: How Woodworking Helped Nick Rebuild His Life
In this episode of the Handforged Podcast, host Frank sits down with veteran and woodworker Nick Pecos of Pecos Aesthetics, whose journey from military service and personal struggle to creative…
S2E7 Mastering Local Renovations: How Mark Collier Built a Thriving Remodeling Business
In this return episode of the Handforged Podcast, Mark Collier of Collier Home Improvements dives deep into the strategies he's used to become a go-to contractor for interior renovations in the…
S2E6 Building Integrity: Eric Spofford and Frank LeBlanc's Journey from Addiction to Entrepreneurship
In this deeply authentic episode of the Handforged Podcast, host Frank LeBlanc and special guest Eric Spofford dive into their compelling journeys from troubled youths battling addiction and…
S2E5 Transforming the Trades with Smart Home Tech: How 23-Year-Old Founder Started his Tech Company
In this episode of Hand Forged, host Frank LeBlanc sits down with 23-year-old entrepreneur Robert “Robbie” Trim, co-founder of Stalgrid Technologies. Discover how Robbie turned an early passion for…
S2E4 The Business of Balance: How Meditation and Mindfulness Drive Success with Candace Lord
In this episode of Hand Forged, host Frank sits down with Candace Lord, President of Green Cocoon, who shares her unconventional journey from linguistics graduate to insulation industry leader.Beyond…
S2E3 Your Network is Your Net Worth: Nate Allard of The Greater Newburyport Chamber
In this episode of the Handforged Podcast, Nate Allard—the dynamic executive behind the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce—shares his journey from a sales and marketing background to becoming a…
S2E2 Building A Network: Disrupting Contractor Connections with PR1MUS
In this episode of the Handforged Podcast, Sean from Primus takes us behind the scenes of his journey—from making cold calls in the concrete business to launching a dedicated networking platform for…
S2E1 Inside the Merchant Marines: Life at Sea, Building Careers, and Navigating Challenges
In this episode of Hand Forged, we sit down with Josh de Vos, a seasoned Merchant Marine and Maine Maritime graduate. Josh takes us below deck, sharing his journey from a guy trying to figure out his…
From Labor Shortage to Skilled Crew: How Michael O’Rourke Scaled NoblePort Construction
In this Handforged Podcast episode, we sit down with Michael O’Rourke of NoblePort Construction to discuss how he overcame the skilled labor shortage to build a thriving, expert team. We'll talk…
S1E24 Strategies for Tradespeople to Scale Their Business with Dennis Charles
Dennis Charles, a business strategist and former sports coach, shares his journey from soccer fields to boardrooms, offering actionable advice for blue-collar business owners. He dives into the…
S1E23 Designing Homes and Commercial Spaces with Chris Crump
Chris Crump shares his journey from starting a design business in his basement to becoming a respected residential and commercial designer. He highlights the importance of relationships, the value of…
S1E22 Making Lasting Connections on the North Shore with Erika Hemingway
Erika Hemingway takes us through her journey from radio host to media personality at Northshore Magazine. She talks about the power of building real connections, hosting unforgettable events, and…
S1E21 Growing your own Electrical Business with Brenden Moore
Master electrician Brenden Moore shares his journey from family mentorship to building his own business, balancing quality with demand, and tackling the challenges of a growing trade. Brenden's…
S1E19 How Digital Presence Fuels Success in the Trades with Michelle Miakos
Michelle Miakos from 8 Waves Creative shares insights on the importance of a strong digital presence for trade businesses. She discusses strategies for building credibility through websites, SEO, and…
S1E20 Consistency is Key: Running an HVAC, Construction Business, and Podcast
Michael Cesaroni reveals how dedication and consistency turned his trades ventures into thriving businesses. Hear his strategies for steady growth, building lasting relationships, and maintaining…
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Handforged has published 38 episodes since June 2024, covering topics in Business, Careers.
Handforged is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 1h 12m.
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