Building Culture That Lasts: How Brandon Stanchock Keeps Turnover at 12% in the Trades

In this episode of the People First Builders Podcast, host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Brandon Stanchock, CEO of SWF Industrial, to explore how authentic leadership and a true commitment to people-first values can transform a business.

Brandon shares his journey from project management in power plant construction to leading a growing industrial fabrication company—where he’s driven incredible results: a 12% turnover rate (versus an industry average of 37%) and an employee retention average nearly double the national standard.

We dive into:
✅ The power of humor, transparency, and flexibility in leadership
✅ Building culture by eliminating outdated rules and investing in people
✅ Creating sustainable career paths from the shop floor to leadership
✅ How employee development drives business success and customer loyalty
✅ Why workplace authenticity matters more now than ever

If you're passionate about leadership, culture, and creating work environments where people actually want to stay and grow, this conversation is packed with actionable insights.

🎧 Tune in now and learn how putting people first can become your ultimate competitive advantage!

Connect with Brandon Stanchock:

https://linktr.ee/BrandonStanchock

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