Maintaining the Flow State with Chris MacDonald

In this episode, Tim sits down with Chris MacDonald, President of CPM Pipelines and founder of the Bullet Liner System. Chris brings over two decades of experience in large-scale waterworks and pipeline infrastructure. He shares his entrepreneurial journey—from hustling his way into the industry to building a nationally recognized company that’s transforming how we rehabilitate buried infrastructure.

Chris explains what sets Bullet Liner apart: a minimally invasive, cost-effective way to restore large transmission pipelines, saving municipalities millions and drastically reducing disruption to the public. He breaks down the technical magic behind the liner, the challenges of scaling a team, and the real-world impact of infrastructure innovation.

Whether you're in real estate, construction, or just curious about what keeps your water running, this episode gives you a fresh look at an often-invisible but essential industry.

What You'll Learn:

• The difference between plumbing and pipeline infrastructure

• How Chris built a national business by introducing cutting-edge tech from overseas

• The economics and urgency of water infrastructure repair in the U.S.

• What leadership challenges come with scaling a fast-growing business

• Why innovative solutions like Bullet Liner are critical to sustainable cities

 

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