Listen "Showing Up & Second Chances with Kody Guidry"
Episode Synopsis
From a part-time job in college to becoming an equity partner in a thriving machine shop, Kody Guidry's journey is anything but conventional. In this episode, we explore how Coastal Machine is scaling operations into defense, aerospace, oil & gas, why Kody supports hiring and training inexperienced talent instead of pursuing seasoned machinists, and how developing a strong employee pipeline is just as crucial as a sales pipeline. Plus, we discuss diversifying the business, investing in tech, and building a family-oriented culture. SHOW NOTES(1:36) Kody Guidry's journey from machinist to equity partner at Coastal Machine(9:53) A family-oriented culture is a core value(12:47) The shop’s investment in technology, marketing, and workforce development(13:35) Coastal’s growth strategy includes technology and diversifying the business(17:39) Why Coastal is focusing on hiring and training green talent(18:44) The importance of having an employee pipeline—just like a sales pipeline(21:52) Kody’s advice to his younger self and what it takes to succeed in manufacturing
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