The Manufacturer’s Mindset Podcast by Ballantine Digital
The Manufacturer’s Mindset Podcast features casual conversations with manufacturing and industrial professionals about their journeys, lessons learned, and more. Your host is Ryan Cote, Managing Partner at Ballantine Digital.
The Manufacturer’s Mindset Podcast by Ballantine Digital
Rick Van Rikxoort: How Focus and Inventory Scaled an FRP Grating Business
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Rick Van Rikxoort explains how focus and inventory became the engine that scaled his FRP grating business across North America. He shares the specific decisions behind stocking deep, expanding branch locations to reduce freight friction, and building a reputation around speed and reliability. You will also hear his approach to hiring and leadership, including why he prioritizes attitude over resume when building teams to run new branches.
