The BedBuzz
Our mission is to create an entertaining and informative platform where we dive into the world of our Mattress Firm family, the mattress industry, and all things sleep.
We uncover the captivating stories of Mattress Firm employees and industry veterans and explore their journeys, experiences, and the valuable lessons they've learned while having fun and selling beds. In addition to the storytelling, we'll also share practical tips and tricks of the trade along with the importance of sleep wellness.
Our host, Harry Roberts, is one of the original founders of Mattress Firm, the largest sleep shop chain in the United States. Our Co-host, Jimmy Hill, has broad experience in mattress retail, mattress wholesale and building a mattress brand from the ground up. Together, Harry and Jimmy's contagious passion, enthusiasm, and sense of humor will have you waiting for their next episode.
The BedBuzz
Dan Longoria – A Mattress Industry Trailblazer!
This week’s special guest is Dan Longoria, the franchise owner of Mattress Firm El Paso and one of the most successful and inspiring leaders in the industry.
In this episode, Dan shares his incredible journey from nearly getting fired to becoming one of Mattress Firm's longest-standing and most decorated franchisees. He talks about the early days in Houston, the competitive nature that fueled his success, and the invaluable lessons he learned from working alongside industry greats like Paul Stork and Harry Roberts.
Some highlights from the episode include:
- How Dan and his business partner Albert navigated the challenging early days of owning their Mattress Firm franchise.
- The importance of giving back to the community, and how Mattress Firm became a household name in their markets.
- Dan’s personal battle with cancer and how it has shaped his outlook on life and business today.
- Tips and strategies for staying positive in tough economic times and driving sales success.
It’s an episode full of inspiration, great stories, and practical advice for anyone in the industry!
Don’t miss out—listen now to hear how passion, grit, and determination can lead to lifelong success.
Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.
