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April 16, 2023 53 mins

In 2019 this guest’s leadership was recognized as one of the Pacific Northwest’s  "40 Under 40" and one of Portland Business Journal’s “People on the Move.” 


Get ready for an exciting new episode of "The Red-Bearded Risk Guy" podcast, hosted by Joshua Keene, AKA the Red-Bearded Risk Guy! In this episode, Joshua sits down with special guest, Stanley Walker, President of NQ Industries, a fast growing steel manufacturer based in Portland, OR.


Stanley is a seasoned leader in the steel industry, with a wealth of experience in scaling businesses and navigating challenges. He shares insights, drawing from his experience as the former President of Oregon Metal Services, a steel supplier/manufacturer that was recently acquired. He talks about the strategies he implemented to drive business growth, problem-solving techniques. He shared great insights on both buying and selling a business. 


After a successful sale at Oregon Metal Services, Stanley and his management team shifted to start up mode! They have already grown NQ industries to over 15 employees in about 5 months!  They’ve taken a unique approach to insulate themselves from fluctuating steel prices by pivoting from steel supply, to selling a complete/almost complete product. Stanley shares valuable lessons learned from this journey and provides actionable advice for business owners, HR managers, safety managers, CFOs, or anyone running a business.


If you're looking for valuable insights on business growth, strategy, and risk management, then this episode is a must-listen! Join Joshua Keene and Stanley Walker as they dive deep into the world of steel industry leadership and share practical tips for staying ahead of the curve.


Tune in to "The Red-Bearded Risk Guy" podcast and be inspired by Stanley Walker's success story. Don't miss this engaging and informative episode, available now on your favorite podcast platform. Subscribe today to stay updated with the latest trends and strategies for protecting your people, profits, and public relations. Join the conversation and unlock the secrets to business success with "The Red-Bearded Risk Guy"!



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