---
title: "PODCAST: Showing Up & Second Chances"
date: 2025-02-25 11:12:47
description: "Coastal Machine is scaling operations, and GM Kody Guidry supports hiring & training green talent instead of pursuing seasoned machinists."
keywords: "Kody Guidry"
categories: [Podcast Interviews]
tags: [Company Growth, Greg McHale, Manufacturing Mavericks, Manufacturing Technology, Neo Industries, Podcast, Production Monitoring]
---

## Episode #16 of Manufacturing Mavericks

[](https://datanomix.io/mavericks/showing-up-and-second-chances/)

In this episode, we explore how [Coastal Machine](https://coastalmachinesupply.com/) is scaling operations into defense, aerospace, oil & gas, why GM Kody supports hiring and training inexperienced talent instead of pursuing seasoned machinists, and how developing a strong employee pipeline is just as crucial as a sales pipeline. Plus, we discuss diversifying the business, investing in technology, and building a family-oriented culture. 

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