Episode #41 – High Speed Fail

Some view higher gas prices as a vehicle for societal change, while others seek faster ways to get to Des Moines. The fastener industry stays on track despite the profusion of unfortunate ideas, as it strives for success. Special guest, Mr. Robbie Gilchrist, of Capital Marketing, is a success story in point (66:12). Young fastener entrepreneur, Tyson Clayton, of Desert Fasteners & Supply, furthers the case in favor of grit and determination in the face of tough operating conditions (20:46). Also, Fastener Technology International editor, Mike McNulty, discusses the results of the latest FDI survey with analyst Holden Lewis, and explains how a fastener man makes his NCAA tournament picks (43:43). Hosts Brian Musker and Eric Dudas have their own ideas about fundamental change, as they anticipate a high velocity future driven by the wondrous miracle of internal combustion. Run time: 01:51:04