Craig Steele: From Aerospace to Shower Systems

In this episode, Craig Steele shares his remarkable journey from aerospace engineering to launching two successful businesses. Deb and Craig discuss Craig's background, his passion for engineering, the challenges he faced, and how his experiences with companies like Cessna and Lockheed Martin shaped his entrepreneurial spirit. The conversation also highlights his innovative approach to water-saving showerhead design, his views on leadership, and the importance of strategy in business. Craig provides valuable insights into the manufacturing and compliance industries, emphasizing the need for continued improvement and customer satisfaction.   Episode Highlights: 02:30 Craig's Journey in Aerospace Engineering 05:35 Transition to Quality and Compliance 07:58 Launching CDS Advanced Quality Systems 10:33 The Birth of Samson Shower Systems 12:32 Balancing Two Businesses and Family Life   Craig is the President and Owner of Samson Shower Systems LLC and CDS Advanced Quality Systems LLC, two companies he built from the ground up. With a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, an MBA, and over 17 years at Cessna Aircraft and Lockheed Martin, Craig brings expertise in engineering design, supplier quality, and risk management. An AS9100/AS9120 Lead Auditor and private pilot, he’s passionate about aerospace and succession planning. Craig’s innovation shines with his patent-pending, all-metal, low-flow, high-pressure showerhead, combining water savings with performance. Join Craig as he shares insights on quality systems, entrepreneurship, and engineering breakthroughs.   Connect with Craig: Company Websites: www.samsonshower.com, www.cdsaqs.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/craigsteele Facebook: www.facebook.com/samsonshowersystems/   For more insights: Book a call: https://bit.ly/4cToGDs Follow me on my YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/47GgMdn  Sign up for my Weekly Newsletter:  https://bit.ly/3T09kVc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.