Episode Overview
In this episode of Blue Collar StartUp, Mike sits down with Rick Engelhardt of Peckham Industries to talk about discipline, leadership, safety culture, and what it takes to help drive a 100-year-old construction company forward. Rick shares how consistency, intentional leadership development, and strategic focus directly impact growth and the bottom line.
To connect with Rick and learn more about Peckham Industries, visit their website at peckham.com or follow the company on LinkedIn.
Time Stamps
0:15 Mike welcomes listeners to Blue Collar StartUp
0:45 Mike explains he is hosting solo
1:07 An overview of the new episode formats
2:54 A reminder to check out the Patreon
3:41 Discussing how the show raises money to help kids in trade programs
4:05 Shoutouts to current sponsors
5:00 Guest Rick Engelhart is welcomed
5:45 Rick discusses his early career
6:01 An overview of Peckham Industries’ operations
7:03 Highlighting Peckham Industries’ 100-year anniversary
8:21 Rick explains his role as a plant manager
10:36 Insight into how architects are pushing the status quo
11:53 Rick details his daily routine
20:24 How Rick’s parents helped instill his discipline and consistency
26:13 Bringing in Catamount Consulting to help leaders
36:49 Heavy capital investments Peckham has made recently
42:47 Rick shares his favorite strategy for breaking down relationship barriers
46:11 How listeners can connect with Rick
Details
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Hosts
Michael Nelson & Derek Foster
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Guests
Rick Engelhardt
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Runtime
48 mins, 7 secs
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Airing Date
March 18, 2026