Episode 15

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19th May 2025

Andrew Wallace: From Wakeboards to Workforce Boss

This week, we’re joined by Andrew Wallace, founder of Contract Wallace, whose winding journey from small-town Idaho to running crews across the country is anything but typical. Raised with a wrench in one hand and a wakeboard in the other, Andrew shares how broken bones, boat repairs, and blue-collar grit shaped his path to entrepreneurship.

We dive into his early days as a sponsored wakeboarder, semi-truck driver, and summer sales rookie—all before discovering his calling in construction. From fixing steering columns on the lake to building siding crews for military bases, Andrew’s story is a masterclass in resilience, adaptability, and hands-on leadership.


You’ll hear how heartbreak became fuel for business growth, why core values are non-negotiable on his crews, and how he's creating purpose-driven culture in an aging industry. Whether you're in the trades or just love a good comeback story, this episode delivers.


Tune in and get inspired by the hustle, humility, and hustle of Andrew Wallace.

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Nailed IT! by CB Crafted Network
Spotlighting the construction and design trade’s top pros and the moments they truly nailed it.
Nailed It dives into the journeys of top professionals in the construction and design trade, from interior designers to excavators and cabinet makers. Through their stories, we explore the pivotal "nailed it" moments that shaped their paths to success, celebrating the craft, grit, and dedication that define industry leaders.

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