The First Customer - One Customer, Two Employees, and No Turning Back with John Weidenhammer

In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview John Weidenhammer, founder and CEO of Weidenhammer, a company he started nearly five decades ago and grew into a global digital services organization. John shares how an unexpected opportunity with Baldwin Hardware and entrepreneur Severin Fayerman became the catalyst for launching his business with just $100 in the bank. He reflects on the early ERP project that helped establish the company’s reputation, the mentors and customers who shaped his journey, and the financial challenges that come with building something meant to last.John also takes us through the evolution of technology, from punch cards and vacuum-tube computers to AI-powered software development. We discuss Weidenhammer’s philosophy of embracing change through diversification, the importance of surrounding yourself with talented people, and the lessons he learned from years of delivering newspapers, leading teams, and navigating constant technological disruption. Learn why John Weidenhammer believes embracing change—not resisting it—is the key to staying relevant in this episode of The First Customer!Guest Info:Weidenhammerhttp://www.hammer.netJohn Weidenhammer's LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jjohnweidenhammer/Connect with Jay on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jayaigner/The First Customer Youtube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@thefirstcustomerpodcastThe First Customer podcast websitehttps://www.firstcustomerpodcast.comFollow The First Customer on LinkedInhttp://www.linkedin.com/company/the-first-customer-podcast/