My guest today is Mitch Free, founder of MFG.com, a marketplace that transformed how custom parts are sourced, attracting investment from Jeff Bezos.
In this episode, Mitch shares his journey from working as a machinist to disrupting the global manufacturing industry, building advanced manufacturing facilities, and becoming a leading voice in the field.
Chapters:
00:00 From High School to Trade School: A Journey Begins
10:12 The Evolution of Machining: Early Experiences
15:34 Navigating the Aerospace Industry: A Fortunate Break
18:19 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship: The CAD CAM Software Business
21:56 Creating a Marketplace: The Birth of mfg.com
27:43 Bootstrapping Success: Overcoming Financial Challenges
32:01 Facing Adversity: Health Challenges and Reflection
35:44 A Life-Changing Offer: Partnering with Jeff Bezos
41:28 Building a New Venture: The ERP System for Manufacturing
48:03 Focus and Growth: Lessons from the CNC Machining Business
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