Built to Last: Dave Bertino's Journey of 35 Years in Manufacturing Excellence and Family Legacy

Dave Bertino is the Owner and President of David M. Bertino Manufacturing, which specializes in commercial casework for public works projects. Since 1988, he has installed and manufactured institutional casework for schools, colleges, hospitals, and labs. Dave delivers reliable and functional solutions for some of the most demanding work environments.  In this episode… What does it take to leave a lasting legacy while remaining competitive? How can industrial companies scale while staying true to their values? Experienced manufacturing entrepreneur Dave Bertino attributes his company's lasting growth and legacy to loyal employees and customers. He advocates for creating a supportive environment for employees and providing them benefits, including profit-sharing for retirement, health insurance, and paid leave. Dave even offers personal development support to guide them through challenges. Additionally, building a reputation for customer trust is crucial, so Dave recommends being transparent and consistently delivering on commitments. In this week's episode of Industry Edge, Danielle Neely sits down with Dave Bertino, the Owner and President of David M. Bertino Manufacturing, to discuss his 35-year legacy in manufacturing. Dave shares advice for high school graduates entering the workforce, how he maintains the company's values under new leadership, and how he stays relevant.