What does it take to step into a family business, honor its legacy, and still make it your own?Marc Bernstein welcomes Karla Trotman, President & CEO of Electro Soft Incorporated, to share her remarkable story. From the company’s humble beginnings on her family’s kitchen table to becoming a trusted manufacturer for the defense, aviation, and transit industries, Karla has guided Electro Soft through challenges and growth with vision and grit.Key Takeaways:How doubt can actually be a powerful leadership toolThe difficult—but necessary—family conversations that shaped her pathTaking the reins just before the pandemic, and how she pivoted to keep her team strongWhy strategic planning, community, and adaptability are her keys to successAlong the way, Karla also shares insights from her book Dark, Dirty, Dangerous: Building the Vibrant Future of Manufacturing, and what winning EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award meant to her.This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating leadership transitions, managing change, or simply looking for inspiration from a leader who embraces resilience and authenticity.About Karla Trotman:Karla Trotman is the President & CEO of Electro Soft, Inc., one of the largest independent electronics contract manufacturers in the Philadelphia Tri-State area, serving aviation, defense, and transit industries. She's the author of "Dark Dirty Dangerous" and Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 Greater Philadelphia Award winner.Connect:Website electrosoftinc.comLinkedIn linkedin.com/in/karlatrotman/Instagram instagram.com/karlatrotmanYouTube youtube.com/user/electrosoftincThis episode is brought to you by Electro Soft Inc., Trusted in Custom Electronics Manufacturing for Over 35 Years. Go to electrosoftinc.com to learn more.📅 New episodes every Wednesday—hit “Subscribe” now!💬 Love the show? Let us know! Leave a quick rating & review here—your feedback helps us grow!📲 Stay connected with Marc Bernstein: ➡️ Follow on Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook🎤 Got a success story worth sharing? We’re always looking for visionary founders to feature! Apply here to be a guest on the Founders' Forum Radio Show & Podcast.📩 Join our email list here so you never miss an episode.

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