S3 E5 | Family-owned & Future-focused: How a Third-generation Business is Modernizing with AI

Nicholas Smith, managing partner of Smith Fence – a third-generation, family-owned Florida business – covers a lot of ground with host Owen LeFave in this conversation that explores how a company can innovate successfully in a competitive industry, all while staying true to its roots. Nicholas shares the origin story of Smith Fence, tracing the business back to his grandfather, who entered the fence industry after World War II. Much has changed since then, and today the company has evolved and modernized, utilizing AI to improve efficiency in a labor-intensive industry where paperwork and project complexity have steadily increased. Discover how Nicholas and his leadership team leverage technology and embrace innovation without sacrificing their family-first culture, deep sense of community, and focus on building strong relationships.   The Bank of Tampa | Member FDIC