15 - Shaping the Future: A Legacy in High-Performance Plastic Fabrication

Ed Delia

Published on: 05/05/2025

In this episode of Growing Up B2B, host Ed Delia talks with Ellen Pietrowitz-Phillips, President of L-E-M Plastics, about her shift from the restaurant industry to leading her family’s manufacturing business. Ellen shares the challenges of stepping into leadership, the importance of hard work and customer service, and the evolving landscape of the manufacturing industry. She also offers advice for those joining family businesses and expresses optimism about the future of American manufacturing driven by innovation and technology.

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14 - Networking and Mentorship: Keys to Success in the Family Business Arena

Ed Delia

Published on: 30/04/2025

In this episode of Growing Up B2B, second-generation leader Marcy Gross of Sheldon Gross Realty shares her journey from resisting to embracing a leadership role in the family business. She reflects on lessons from her father, the company’s founder, and discusses the evolving work culture, technology, and customer service in a post-pandemic world. Marcy also offers valuable advice for those considering joining their own family enterprises.

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