Sawmill Business Podcast

In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Steve Larosiliere interviews Eric Gummer from Thomas Philips Woodworking. Eric shares his journey from being a high school woodworking enthusiast to becoming a successful business owner. He discusses the challenges and opportunities he encountered while building his company, the importance of branding, and the critical hires that helped his business grow. The conversation explores the dynamics of running a woodworking business, defining roles within a partnership, and the key investments that significantly impacted their operations. Eric provides insights on navigating market fluctuations, maintaining quality while expanding, and the potential investment in CNC machinery to boost productivity. The dialogue also touches on employee management, marketing strategies, and balancing growth with operational efficiency. Takeaways Eric’s woodworking journey began in high school and evolved into founding Thomas Philips Woodworking with his business partner, Derek.Net