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May 22, 2024 50 mins

Welcome to the fourth episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.

In this episode, Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Supply Company, sits down with Rodney Roalsen – Director of Heavy Duty Products & Business development – Beltservice Corp.

Casey and Rodney are cousins and both work in the belt industry. They go over many topics in this episode including having family owned businesses and what some of the hurdles and pivots that were made along the way to be where they are at now. Rodney tells us a little bit about Rubber Ron and the business, some of his hobbies, and even flips the table around and asks Casey a few questions. You won't want to miss this episode. Stay tuned until the end where Rodney tells us what advice he would give his 15 year old self.

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www.empirerubber.com

www.newwavepdx.com

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