Ep 35: Andrew Johnson – How to Run a Successful Family Business

Family businesses are either great or terrible and it's rarely anything in between. Today’s guest has an amazing story of their family business to tell you about, and he believes, “It's 100% achievable.” With his three brothers-in-law, he just sort of lucked into a nice bunch of people within his firm to work together and drive their business to new heights.

Andrew Johnson is the CEO of ShelfAware and a supply chain innovator. ShelfAware grew out of his family's industrial firm, O-ring Sales & Service, Inc., and today delivers an RFID-powered system that allows wireless traceability to a manufacturer's inventory. He also enjoys speaking, educating, and podcasting on themes related to business innovation using technology. When he's not talking to suppliers and customers, he likes to go fishing, hunting, and hiking.

In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, Andrew talks with Matthew and Luigi about their planning process and the hard work that led to their enormous success in business. He also discusses what ShelfAware has to offer. Andrew goes into detail on how disruptive technology, namely RFID and the Internet of Things, has changed the landscape of his little business, allowing them to compete on a level they could never have anticipated. If you’re listening to this podcast, you’ll surely come away with actionable ideas for your own business operations. Keep an eye out for all of the nuggets of information. 

What You Will Learn:

• How Andrew and his brothers-in-law got involved in their family business.
• What led Andrew to start ShelfAware.
• Why automating your business may help you achieve a competitive edge.
• And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“I want to be a disrupter and change the way people think about business.”

• Andrew Johnson

How To Get Involved:

Andrew's Website and YouTube Channel include additional information about him and his business, and you can also connect with him on LinkedIn.

Matthew Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca possess, between them, a treasure trove of insight and strategic advice for ambitious business owners.

Get in touch with the guys at  ShieldAdvisoryGroup. 

You can also connect with them on Instagram at  The Liquid Lunch Project, Matthew Meehan, Luigi Rosabianca, and Shield Advisory Group.

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