Ep052: People-First Leadership with Lance Thrailkill

In this episode of Building Texas Business, join us as we sit down with Lance Thrailkill, CEO of All Metals Fabricating, to discuss his family's 70-year-old business and how their focus on putting employees first has led to their continued success. In this conversation, we explore the challenges and rewards of running a family business and the leadership lessons Lance has learned along the way. Discover his unique approach to hiring, firing, and innovation and how he maintain a successful business through open communication and a "whatever it takes" mentality. SHOW HIGHLIGHTSAll Metals Fabricating is a family-owned contract manufacturer with a 70-year history, specializing in sheet metal fabricating, machining, powder coating, and assembly.The company prioritizes a people-first approach, driven by the desire to serve others with excellence and create real wealth for its employees.All Metals Fabricating provides its employees with a 15% 401k contribution, full healthcare coverage, and bonuses, creating a family-oriented culture.The company's culture is defined by a "whatever it takes" mentality and open, honest conversations, established by the founder and continued by the current CEO, Lance Thrillkill.During the hiring process, All Metals Fabricating ensures that new hires align with their core values and culture by requiring personality surveys and core values assessments.Lance Thrillkill advocates for a humble approach to leadership, open communication, and providing team members with the tools and resources they need to be successful.Automation and AI in the manufacturing industry can provide job security and new opportunities for employees, rather than replacing them.Creating a team-oriented culture, taking ownership of conflicts, and learning from past mistakes are essential leadership lessons shared by Lance Thrillkill.Transitioning leadership requires building trust within the team, open and honest communication, and the willingness to challenge one another's perspectives.Lance Thrillkill's dream sabbatical involves a two-week elk hunting trip and a two-week beach getaway with his wife.LINKSShow NotesPrevious EpisodesAbout BoyarMillerGUESTS |  Lance Thrailkill About LanceTRANSCRIPT(AI transcript provided as supporting material and may contain errors)Chris HanslikIn this episode, you will meet Lance Thrailkill, ceo of All Metals Fabricating. Lance is a third generation leader whose focus and passion is to put his employees first and defines his company's why as serving others with excellence. Alright, lance, i want to welcome you to Building Texas Business. You're currently the CEO of All