Garmin Dealer Comes to Lufkin! | Doug & Valerie Steen | SemiPlane Avionics

In this episode of the Malibu Guru Podcast, Joe sits down with Doug and Valerie Steen to explore the inspiring story behind Semiplane—a newly established Garmin dealership based in Lufkin, Texas. With rich backgrounds in aviation and a passion for innovation, the Steens share how they pivoted from previous careers to launch a business dedicated to serving the PA-46 community and beyond. Visit SemiPlane: https://www.semiplane.com New members who join PMOPA receive 10% OFF their first year’s dues.  Visit www.pmopa.com and use code: MalibuGuru 🌐 Visit Us Online - Aircraft Sales & Brokerage: https://flycasey.com - PA46 Aircraft Maintenance: https://www.caseyaviationservices.com 📱 Stay Connected Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaseyAviation Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Semiplane and Exciting Developments 02:52 Aviation Backgrounds and the Birth of Semiplane 05:59 The Journey to Becoming a Garmin Dealership 09:09 Growth and Expansion in Lufkin 11:59 Hiring and Building a Team of Experts 14:58 Future Aspirations and Community Impact