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419 Leading with Purpose: Culture, Customers, and Chemical Supply with Dave Fitzgerald

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In this episode of Scaling UP! H2O, host Trace Blackmore reconnects with returning guest Dave Fitzgerald, President of North Metal & Chemical Company. Known for his forward-thinking predictions, Dave returns to share valuable insights into supply chain forecasting, emotional intelligence in leadership, and how a strong culture can shape business longevity.

Purpose-Driven Predictions

Dave doesn't just react—he predicts. Learn how he turns economic signals, freight trends, and material pricing into reliable forecasting tools to protect inventory and serve loyal customers.

Culture Starts with Emotional Frequency

From hiring and onboarding to daily operations, Dave shares how his team cultivates a culture of emotional intelligence, gratitude, and accountability—without micromanagement or ego.

Profit Sharing That Works

Hear how North Metal's equal-share profit system creates ownership thinking, motivates employees, and naturally builds peer accountability in a no-drama, high-performance workplace.

Mind Over Matter: Meditation & Mental Reframing

Dave's approach to meditation isn't about quieting the mind—it's about training emotional resilience. Learn how "emotional workouts" like cold showers and intentional emotion cycles sharpen leadership from within.

103 Years of Legacy with Eyes on the Future

As North Metal expands nationwide, Dave discusses how to honor legacy while preparing future generations and small businesses for long-term success in a consolidated industry.

Conclusion

From the warehouse to the boardroom, Dave Fitzgerald leads with a rare combination of foresight, humility, and heart. This episode will challenge you to rethink strategy, culture, and how you show up for your customers—and your team.

Don't just manage—lead with purpose. Apply Dave's insights to build a resilient culture, forecast smarter, and turn your business into a place people are proud to be part of. Share the episode, subscribe, and join the Scaling UP! Nation in moving the industry forward.

Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!

Timestamps

02:39 – Trace Blackmore shares about his grandfather

05:50 – Water You Know with James McDonald

07:05 – Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals

09:41 – Interview with returning guest Dave Fitzgerald of North Metal and Chemical Company

15:31 – Anticipating tariff cycles and preparing supply chains accordingly

21:37 – Building a culture of emotional labor, ego-awareness, and care

33:26 – The true story behind the "North" in North Metal

Quotes

"I like to turn my to-do list into a prediction list." - Dave Fitzgerald

"You're not an island—this industry is full of people who want to connect."

"Meditation isn't about clearing your mind. It's about intentionally shaping your emotions."

Connect with Dave Fitzgerald

Phone: 17175777941

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://northquestchem.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dave-fitzgerald-b9809475

Click HERE to Download Episode's Discussion Guide

Guest Resources Mentioned

This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans by Seth Godin

Reframe Your Brain: The User Interface for Happiness and Success by Scott Adams

10x Is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan

Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect – by Will Guidara

North Metals & Chemical Company: Market Update (As of May 2025)

North Metals 2025 Newsletter

Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned

AWT (Association of Water Technologies)

Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses

Submit a Show Idea

The Rising Tide Mastermind

334 Inventory Intelligence: Enhancing Profitability through Smart Decisions

Water You Know with James McDonald

Question: When measuring a volume of water in a graduated cylinder, what do you call the curve of the liquid when it touches the side of the cylinder?

2025 Events for Water Professionals

Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.

  continue reading

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Content provided by R. Trace Blackmore, CWT, LEED AP: Water Treatment Enthusiast, Trainer and Consultant. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by R. Trace Blackmore, CWT, LEED AP: Water Treatment Enthusiast, Trainer and Consultant or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode of Scaling UP! H2O, host Trace Blackmore reconnects with returning guest Dave Fitzgerald, President of North Metal & Chemical Company. Known for his forward-thinking predictions, Dave returns to share valuable insights into supply chain forecasting, emotional intelligence in leadership, and how a strong culture can shape business longevity.

Purpose-Driven Predictions

Dave doesn't just react—he predicts. Learn how he turns economic signals, freight trends, and material pricing into reliable forecasting tools to protect inventory and serve loyal customers.

Culture Starts with Emotional Frequency

From hiring and onboarding to daily operations, Dave shares how his team cultivates a culture of emotional intelligence, gratitude, and accountability—without micromanagement or ego.

Profit Sharing That Works

Hear how North Metal's equal-share profit system creates ownership thinking, motivates employees, and naturally builds peer accountability in a no-drama, high-performance workplace.

Mind Over Matter: Meditation & Mental Reframing

Dave's approach to meditation isn't about quieting the mind—it's about training emotional resilience. Learn how "emotional workouts" like cold showers and intentional emotion cycles sharpen leadership from within.

103 Years of Legacy with Eyes on the Future

As North Metal expands nationwide, Dave discusses how to honor legacy while preparing future generations and small businesses for long-term success in a consolidated industry.

Conclusion

From the warehouse to the boardroom, Dave Fitzgerald leads with a rare combination of foresight, humility, and heart. This episode will challenge you to rethink strategy, culture, and how you show up for your customers—and your team.

Don't just manage—lead with purpose. Apply Dave's insights to build a resilient culture, forecast smarter, and turn your business into a place people are proud to be part of. Share the episode, subscribe, and join the Scaling UP! Nation in moving the industry forward.

Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!

Timestamps

02:39 – Trace Blackmore shares about his grandfather

05:50 – Water You Know with James McDonald

07:05 – Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals

09:41 – Interview with returning guest Dave Fitzgerald of North Metal and Chemical Company

15:31 – Anticipating tariff cycles and preparing supply chains accordingly

21:37 – Building a culture of emotional labor, ego-awareness, and care

33:26 – The true story behind the "North" in North Metal

Quotes

"I like to turn my to-do list into a prediction list." - Dave Fitzgerald

"You're not an island—this industry is full of people who want to connect."

"Meditation isn't about clearing your mind. It's about intentionally shaping your emotions."

Connect with Dave Fitzgerald

Phone: 17175777941

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://northquestchem.com/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dave-fitzgerald-b9809475

Click HERE to Download Episode's Discussion Guide

Guest Resources Mentioned

This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans by Seth Godin

Reframe Your Brain: The User Interface for Happiness and Success by Scott Adams

10x Is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan

Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect – by Will Guidara

North Metals & Chemical Company: Market Update (As of May 2025)

North Metals 2025 Newsletter

Scaling UP! H2O Resources Mentioned

AWT (Association of Water Technologies)

Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses

Submit a Show Idea

The Rising Tide Mastermind

334 Inventory Intelligence: Enhancing Profitability through Smart Decisions

Water You Know with James McDonald

Question: When measuring a volume of water in a graduated cylinder, what do you call the curve of the liquid when it touches the side of the cylinder?

2025 Events for Water Professionals

Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.

  continue reading

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