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In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger sits down with Ben Pierce, a sixth-generation family member at the Holt & Bugbee Company, one of the oldest hardwood lumber businesses in the United States. At 201 years old, Holt & Bugbee Company has survived recessions, industry shifts, and the rise of synthetic flooring by doing what it's always done: adapting. Ben shares how the company evolved from importing mahogany from Central America to becoming a premier domestic hardwood wholesaler serving the East Coast from four branches in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and New York. You'll hear about what it was like to start working at the family business right as the 2008 recession wiped out 40 percent of their revenue overnight, and how the company held onto its sales team and pivoted toward higher-end, longer-length, wider material for luxury residential projects and architectural millwork firms. Ben talks about the shift from selling truckloads of commodity lumber to filling precise, high-dollar orders for coastal homes and custom molding work, and how COVID unexpectedly rewarded the company's ability to source, produce, and deliver when competitors couldn't. Ben also shares two of the best marketing stories you'll hear on this podcast. First, how he got Holt & Bugbee Company featured on This Old House by donating a white oak floor during their 200th anniversary year. And second, how a chance sighting of a century-old ghost sign on a Boston building during a duck boat tour led to a nine-month restoration project that landed coverage from WBZ, the Boston Globe, and local NPR. Both stories are masterclasses in creative, relationship-driven marketing in an industry where traditional advertising doesn't always apply. Jennifer and Ben also dig into the state of the hardwood industry, from the challenge of competing against synthetic flooring to why the next generation of consumers may actually swing the pendulum back toward authentic, sustainable, locally sourced wood products. Ben closes with advice for anyone born into a family business: get experience somewhere else first, then come back stronger. Chapters 00:00 Meet Ben Pierce and the 201-Year History of Holt & Bugbee Company 04:09 Surviving the 2008 Recession and Pivoting to Premium Lumber 08:11 Selling Strategy: High-End Markets and Custom Millwork 15:33 Marketing a 200-Year-Old Brand in a Modern World 20:55 Getting Featured on This Old House 24:48 The Ghost Sign: A Century-Old Discovery Turned Marketing Gold 29:49 The Future of Hardwood: Authenticity, Sustainability, and the Next Generation 35:37 Advice for the Next Generation in Family Business The Woodpreneur Podcast brings stories of woodworkers, makers, and entrepreneurs turning their passion for wood into successful businesses - from inspiration to education to actionable advice. Hosted by Steve Larosiliere and Jennifer Alger  For blog posts and updates: woodpreneur.com See how we helped woodworkers, furniture-makers, millwork and lumber businesses grow to the next level: woodpreneurnetwork.com Empowering woodpreneurs and building companies to grow and scale: buildergrowth.io Connect with us at:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sawmillsnearme/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodpreneurnetwork/ Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/woodpreneurnetwork Join our newsletter: https://substack.com/@woodpreneurnetwork You can connect with Ben at: https://www.holtandbugbee.com/ https://www.instagram.com/holtandbugbee/ https://www.facebook.com/holtandbugbee/

Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce wrap up the Tampa Bay Lightning's season after their loss in Game 7 to the Montreal Canadiens in the Stanley Cup Playoffs first round. They discuss the team's performance this year, what the players had to say in exit interviews and they look ahead to next season's team and what changes might come to the roster. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss how impactful Brandon Hagel has been in this first round playoff series vs. the Montreal Canadiens that is tied at 2 games apiece. Plus are the Tampa Bay Lightning taking too many penalties, Max Crozier's momentum changing hit and a look ahead to Game 5 that could see Charle-Édouard D'Astous return to the lineup. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning playoff series vs. the Montreal Canadiens that they trail 1-0. They talk about the injuries to Charle-Édouard D'Astous and Dominic James, the physicality of the game and any potential lineup changes for Game 2. Into The Blue is presented Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning's possible playoff opponents and look at the final 2 regular season games. They talk about Lightning players up for awards, give their favorite moments of the season and their weekly +/- segment. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Pierce and Gabby Shirley recap the Tampa Bay Lightning clinching a playoff berth for the 9th straight season, a look at Darren Raddysh's breakout season, previewing this final 4-game road trip, favorable playoff matchups and Darren Raddsyh's upcoming contract. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Pierce is joined for former Tampa Bay Lightning captain and Stanley Cup Champion Dave Andreychuk to discuss the current run the team is on, looking ahead to the playoffs, the biggest strengths and weaknesses of the Bolts, 3 more games on this home stand, John Tortorella taking over in Vegas and which Lightning player plays the most like Dave. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you truly understand the power of prayer? Do you actually believe that God can use YOU to reach the people in your life who don't know Him yet? Lean into prayer and step out in faith! Each week, we share engaging, expository messages and verse-by-verse Bible teaching from Lead Pastor David Sorn and other trusted guest speakers. These messages are rooted in Scripture and designed to help you understand God's Word in context and live it out with clarity and purpose. Whether you're exploring faith or growing in it, we pray they inspire and equip you to follow Jesus.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Ben Pierce and Julie Stewart-Binks look back at the team's 3-0-1 road trip to the Pacific Northwest, Nikita Kucherov scores his first shorthanded goal and now leads the NHL in scoring, plus they look ahead to a 7-game homestand that starts on Tuesday night at Benchmark International Arena. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Ben Pierce and Julie Stewart-Binks preview the team's 4-game Pacific Northwest road trip that begins tomorrow night in Seattle, the injury bug continues to hit the team as Declan Carlile is now out 4-5 weeks and some milestones reached for Nikita Kucherov and Head Coach Jon Cooper. Plus your Blue Line questions and our +/- segment. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Ben Pierce and Julie Stewart-Binks on the team's 4-game road trip that just concluded with a wild 8-7 loss in Buffalo, Corey Perry returns to the team at the Trade Deadline and they look ahead to 3 home games this week. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Ben Pierce and Julie Stewart-Binks preview the Bolts 4-game road trip that begins on Tuesday night in Minnesota, look back at the Olympics with Julie's behind the scenes stories and they discuss what might happen at the Trade Deadline this week. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporter Ben Pierce on the Olympic Hockey Tournament that saw Team USA win the gold medal over Canada. Jake Guentzel gets gold while Brandon Hagel wins silver. Plus injury updates on Brayden Point, Emil Lilleberg, Charle-Eduoard D'Astous, Max Crozier, Anthony Cirelli and Nick Paul. Now the Bolts attention turns towards the final 27 games which starts back up on Wednesday night vs. the Maple Leafs. Into the Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporter Ben Pierce on the Lightning's 5-game win streak heading into the Olympics break, Nikita Kucherov's scoring, the 9 Lightning players participating in the Olympics and what to expect with the Bolts return to action in a couple of weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Ben Pierce and Julie Stewart-Binks recap the crazy outdoor Stadium Series game last night at Raymond James Stadium that saw the Bolts overcome a 4-goal deficit to win in a shootout over the Boston Bruins. They discuss the event, the crowd and the goalie fight. Plus they look ahead to two division games this week before the Olympics break.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Pierce and Julie Stewart-Binks preview this week's Stadium Series game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Boston Bruins, look at Nikita Kucherov's rise in the Art Ross Trophy standings and more injuries for the Bolts to deal with.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Pierce and Julie Stewart-Binks look back at the Lightning's current 13-game point streak that has them going 12-0-1. Plus some injury updates, the chemistry between Dominic James and Jake Guentzel and what the defense pairings might look like when guys return.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of FP&A Unlocked, host Paul Barnhurst talks with Ben Pierce, General Manager of Workday Adaptive Planning, to discuss the evolving landscape of FP&A, the challenges of planning software, and the future of finance in an AI-driven world. Ben shares his career journey, from semiconductor engineering to leadership roles in the FP&A software industry, and dives into his vision for how AI is transforming the way businesses plan and make decisions.Ben Pierce is an experienced executive with over two decades of experience in the enterprise software industry. Currently, he leads Workday Adaptive Planning's global strategy, growth, and innovation efforts. Prior to joining Workday, Ben held senior roles in several companies, including River Logic, Tidemark, and IBM, where he honed his expertise in analytics, financial software, and business leadership. His career has been shaped by his passion for leveraging technology to improve business operations and drive impactful change.Expect to Learn:Why Ben believes the future of FP&A is in AI and analyticsThe importance of challenging the business with actionable insightsHow to make FP&A tools work for you, not just as a data repositoryWhat to consider when choosing and implementing FP&A softwareThe balance between strategic planning and flexible budgeting processesHere are a few relevant quotes from the episode:"A great FP&A partner doesn't just provide data, they come to the table with a point of view and push you to do better." – Ben Pierce"At the end of the day, it's not about the tool, it's about the implementation and how you engage with it." – Ben PierceBen Pierce offers invaluable insights into FP&A, emphasizing the need for technology to not only streamline processes but also enhance decision-making capabilities. His advice on selecting the right FP&A tools and the importance of having a supportive implementation partner is essential for any finance team looking to modernize their planning processes.Campfire: AI-First ERP:Campfire is the AI-first ERP that powers next-gen finance and accounting teams. With integrated solutions for the general ledger, revenue automation, close management, and more, all in one unified platform.Explore Campfire today: https://campfire.ai/?utm_source=fpaguy_podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=100225_fpaguyFree Trial of WorkdayTry Workday Adaptive Planning free for 30 days -

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Ben Pierce and Julie Stewart-Binks discuss the Bolts 9-game win streak, Gage Goncalves play, Nikita Kucherov's MVP chances, Darren Raddysh's breakout season, Conor Geekie, Dominic James, Julien BriseBois' midseason chat and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning Reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the 10 Bolts players are Olympic rosters, Charle-Édouard D'Astous contract extension, Darren Raddysh's hat trick, tomorrow night's game vs. the Avalanche and the Jon Cooper pregame ceremony plus their weekly plus/minus segment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce look back at the Lightnings 2 wins over the Panthers and Canadiens, look ahead to the California trip and Jon Cooper's 1,000th game behind the bench, give injury updates, JJ Moser's new contract and their +/- segment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the team's impressive comeback against the Carolina Hurricanes and the momentum it could brin, the performance of the Goncalves-Finley-James line, as well as the impact of Yanni Gourde's play. They discuss Christmas plans and traditions and about holiday preparations and the excitement of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss tonight’s game against the Florida Panthers, the reflect on the injuries that team is working through, they love the new Stadium Series jerseys and the meaning behind it and their weekly plus/minus segment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce preview the team's 4-game road trip that begins tonight in Toronto as they'll play without Andrei Vasilevskiy again. Jonas Johansson will be in net again and he's been fantastic this season, Nikita Kucherov and Brayden Point return and Gabby isn't on this trip. Plus Ryan McDonagh re-signs for 3 more years, what is structure in a hockey team and who should be the defenseman on Power Play 1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce look back at this 7-game win streak for the team as they are now the top team in the Eastern Conference. They discuss the play of Brandon Hagel, Nikita Kucherov, Darren Raddysh and Andrei Vasilevskiy, plus they give you their +/- for the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the recent rash of injuries hitting the Blue Line, it's Hockey Fights Cancer night and several players have personal connections, the Lightning have a 3-game road trip that begins Friday and they answer your questions about Jonas Johansson's training and what players aren't allowed to participate in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce look back at this weekend's games against the Panthers and Canucks, how the young guys are faring with all the injuries on the team and they look ahead to the 3 games this week. Plus they answer your questions about locker room etiquette and give their plus/minus for the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce recap Coop's Catch For Kids benefitting pediatric cancer research and look ahead for the Bolts including the first matchup against the Panthers this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the team’s 5-game win streak, playing well on the road, the play of Anthony Cirelli and how Max Crozier and Nick Paul’s upcoming returns may change the lineup. They also discuss the Lightning's slow start to the season, the impact of injuries, and the overall improvement in their game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss Nikita Kucherov reaching 1,000 NHL points, the significance of this milestone and the impact it on the team. They discuss new players making an impact like Dominic James and Charle-Édouard D'Astous, the return of Zemgus Girgensons and the power play's performance so far this season. They answer your questions about the Emergency Backup Goalie and morning skates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning Reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the team's struggles through the first 6 games, they each pick their standout player so far and their plus/minus of the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Mishkin and Greg Linnelli preview the Tampa Bay Lightning's back-to-back games in Detroit and Columbus this weekend. They are joined by Lightning beat writer Ben Pierce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the team’s start to the season, including their first win of the season against the Boston Bruins. They talk about some standout performances, goaltending insights, and the dynamics of the shifted forward lines. The conversation also touches on injury updates, milestones for key players like Nikita Kucherov and Victor Hedman, and your mailbag questions answered. Into The Blue is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the excitement surrounding the new season for the Tampa Bay Lightning. They reflect on their summer, share insights from Media Day, recap the news from training camp and highlight standout players like Dominic James, and the chaos of preseason games. They also touch on roster decisions upcoming and the changes in broadcast for the upcoming season, wrapping up with their anticipation for the regular season opener. Into the Blue is released every Monday afternoon and is presented by Penelope Bourbon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce wrap up the season as they discuss the emotional highs and lows, the impact of injuries, and personal growth throughout the season. They highlight key moments, including Oliver Bjorkstrand's serious injury, and share their experiences and memories from the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce breakdown the team's 6-2 loss to the Panthers in game 1 of their playoff series, a look ahead to Game 2 and the physicality of the playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the team's playoff preparations which begin this weekend, the matchup vs. the Florida Panthers and recent injury concerns that's hit the team this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the team clinching a playoff berth for the 8th straight season, the power play's performance, and award predictions. They reflect on the significance of individual milestones, player development in Syracuse, helmet rules in the NHL, and a special blazer made for Neurodiversity Night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the team's push towards the playoffs, watching the standings, the Bolts welcoming babies, Nikita Kucherov's season, Isaac Howard's status and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the team's play of late, discuss Anthony Cirelli's 500th game, Ryan McDonagh to hit 1,000 games tonight, Mikhail Sergachev's return to Amalie Arena and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the Lightning's 3-game road trip to Dallas, Utah and Vegas, the recent lineups of 11 forwards and 7 defensemen, Darren Raddysh's grandmother coming to her first NHL game, prospect Isaac Howard's play at Michigan State and a heartwarming story of what the Lightning did for a kid ready to undergo surgery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the team's recent performance, the impact of the trade deadline, injury updates, and the playoff race in the Atlantic Division.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the trade which brings Yanni Gourde and Oliver Bjorkstrand from Seattle to Tampa Bay for Mikey Eyssimont, 2 first-round draft picks and more. Plus the Lightning have been hot and Andrei Vasilevskiy has been outstanding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Pierce is back and joins Gabby Shirley on this week's Into The Blue Podcast after he had his gall bladder removed. They talk about the Bolts 6-game win streak, Andrei Vasilevskiy's play, the NHL trade deadline, jersey numbers and Gabby's debut as the pregame host on Lightning Live on Fan Duel Sports Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lightning reporter Gabby Shirley is joined by former co-host Chris Krenn who is filling in for Ben Pierce on Into The Blue. They discuss what they did during the 4 Nations break including Chris attending the USA-Canada game, emotional moments for Emil Lilleberg and Dylan Duke and insights from the Bolts equipment managers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the upcoming 3 games vs. Atlantic Division opponents, the 4 Nations Face-Off that begins next week, Conor Geekie being assigned to Syracuse and the signing of goalie Brandon Halverson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the current home stand after a long string of road games, Nikita Kucherov's ice time, prospects of Isaac Howard and Connor Kurth who are nominated for the Hobie Baker Award, trade deadline needs, the importance of mental health awareness, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tampa Bay Lightning reporters Gabby Shirley and Ben Pierce discuss the teams’ recent performance including their struggles on the road, the new look power play, recent line changes and the impact of Max Crozier’s return. They also talk about player insights, face-off strategies, and the upcoming Four Nations hockey tournament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Block Party Podcast, presented by Jai Alai IPA, Greg Wolf and Braydon Coburn are joined by new Lightning Beat Writer Ben Pierce. They discuss Ben's journey from being a newspaper reporter in Wisconsin to the NHL, his love for hockey, the challenges of moving to a new city, and the importance of building relationships with players and fellow journalists. They also talk about the delicate balance of truth and respect in sports journalism, the transformative impact of social media on the industry, and the importance of conveying passion and emotion in writing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.