In this episode of Brothers, Battles & Bounty, Andreas, Martin, and Stefan Gfesser sit down with Sam Pipras, Director of Commercial Development at Americanstruction, to talk about leadership, growth, and the experiences that shape who we become as professionals.

Sam shares his story — from his early life in sports as a quarterback and team leader, to traveling and living abroad in Australia — and how those experiences helped mold him into the Gen Z leader he is today. The conversation explores how lessons from sports, travel, and teamwork now influence his work environment, his leadership style, and the way he shows up for his family and community.

If you’re feeling stuck in your career or trying to understand how to elevate as a young professional, this episode offers practical insight into how leaders are developed long before the title.

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In this episode of Brothers, Battles & Bounty, Andreas, Martin, and Stefan Gfesser sit down with Frank Motola, Vice President of Operations at Trendler, to discuss leadership, growth, and change in today’s manufacturing world.

Frank shares his journey through engineering and manufacturing, the challenges he’s faced along the way, and how his career evolved as he stepped into leadership. The conversation also explores the differences between working in a family-owned manufacturing business versus a larger corporate organization — and how those environments shape leadership, decision-making, and accountability.

If you’re feeling stuck in your career or unsure how to take the next step, this episode offers practical insight into how leaders grow, adapt, and elevate over time inside the manufacturing industry.

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In this episode of Brothers, Battles & Bounty, Andreas, Martin, and Stefan Gfesser break down the resurgence of trade shows as a powerful marketing and sales channel — especially for manufacturing companies.

They discuss why trade shows are making a comeback, how in-person events are driving stronger relationships, and why face-to-face conversations still matter in a digital-first world. Drawing from real experience, the brothers share how trade shows fit into their overall marketing strategy and how manufacturers can use them to generate leads, strengthen partnerships, and build long-term brand awareness.

If you’re a manufacturer, supplier, or B2B business wondering whether trade shows are still worth the investment, this episode offers practical insight from leaders actively using them to grow.

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