How long have you been in the PHCP-PVF industry?

7 Years.

What drew you into the industry?

I was born into it. I’m fourth generation in the plumbing repair parts business. I grew up around the shop, learning the trade hands-on and seeing firsthand the value of keeping things working. As I got older, I saw a real opportunity to build on that legacy and help modernize and grow our sales model to support the next generation of plumbers and distributors. It is deeply fulfilling to be continuing that tradition while also shaping its future.

What is the most rewarding aspect of working in the industry?

I love solving problems that others consider unsolvable. Our company can replicate any obsolete brass part, and also identify them for our customers. Being able to walk into a supply house or wholesaler, build trust with a customer, and offer them a solution they didn’t know existed. That’s incredibly rewarding. It’s even better when those relationships grow into long-term partnerships.

What motivates you every day?

Knowing that I’m building something bigger than myself. Both for our customers and our company’s legacy. I love the travel, the people, and the challenges. Every day brings something different. New accounts, new problems to solve, new relationships to build. I’m also motivated by the fact that we’re the only American manufacturer of aftermarket plumbing repair parts. Honoring my family’s legacy is a responsibility I take seriously.

What is one thing you wish more people knew/understood about the PHCP-PVF industry?

How much innovation and grit happens behind the scenes. Most people think of plumbing as just pipes and valves, but the repair side of the industry requires an incredible amount of problem-solving, precision, and historical knowledge. It’s a vital trade that keeps essential systems running quietly, reliably, and without much recognition.

What has been your proudest moment in your career so far?

Helping to grow and refine our sales model into what it is today. When I came back to the company as a salesman, we didn’t have a clear strategy or structure in place. I helped build out our territory plans, and helped bring a modern approach to customer outreach—all while honoring our company’s hands-on, family-run roots. Seeing those efforts translate into meaningful growth and stronger customer relationships has been incredibly fulfilling.

What is one thing most people don’t know about you?

I learned this business from the ground up. I was running hand lathes in the shop by the time I was 11, working alongside machinists and learning how each part was made. That early hands-on experience gave me a deep respect for the craft and the people behind it, and knowledge for the product we make.