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Mitch Nici: Just Keep At It
Mitch Nici is the “Elevator and Escalator Program Manager” for the Washington Metro Area Transit Authority (WMATA) in Washington DC, overseeing all elevators and escalators. Mitch started his career as a helper with Flynn Hill Elevator in 1985 and in 1992, Mitch moved to Washington DC and joined WMATA. Mitch has been in the industry…
Watch the interview on videoSteve Comley: Preserving Our Past and Elevating Our Future
Steve Comley is the President of The Elevator Museum in Amesbury, MA. Steve grew up in the industry with his father working at Payne Elevator; Steve joined the company when he was 18 years old, and spent 43 years as a mechanic. Steve has a passion for all things “elevator” and has collected many artifacts…
Watch the interview on videoNick Montesano: Be Intuitive, Be Curious, Be Polite
Today our guest is Nick Montesano, CEO and President of DTM Drafting and consulting services. Nick started as a helper with Millar elevator in New York City in 1979. In 1984, Nick joined his father, Joseph C. Montesano at the family consulting business. Nick has been in the industry 43 years and he is passionate…
Watch the interview on videoEvan Petrower: Commit to Your Own Education
Evan Petrower is the president of Day Elevator and Lift, a Kleemann Company. Evan started Day Elevator as an accessibility and mobility company in 1992 and he has continued to grow. Evan holds a New York City Director license. Evan is the past president and board member of AEMA, and is a safety and education…
Watch the interview on videoChris Rivera: Be Patient, Be Consistent, Be Disciplined
Chris Rivera is the President of Orlando Elevator, in Orlando, Florida. Chris started in the elevator industry in 1995 as a helper in Puerto Rico and in 1997, he moved to NYC to continue his career. In Jan 2000 Chris moved to Orland, FL and in July 2022, Chris started Orlando Elevator. Chris loves the…
Watch the interview on videoVictor Rosario: If You Work Hard, the Ceiling is Limitless
Victor Rosario is the Chief Executive Officer of United Vertical Group and Co-founder of United Cabs, in New York City. Victor started in the industry while still in college, and found he has both a knack and a passion for the industry. Victor’s passion drives him to continually innovate and to go above and beyond…
Watch the interview on videoSteve Ryan: Learn What You Don’t Know
Steve Ryan is the District Manager with Mitsubishi Elevator in Florida. Steve started his career as a Sales Rep with Schindler in 1982 and spent over 28 years in Sales, Branch Manager, and District Manager roles. Steve moved to Florida with Kone in 2013 and in 2018, Steve joined Mitsubishi and started the Tampa branch…
Watch the interview on videoJohn Mezzo: Make Smart Decisions
John Mezzo is President of Dynasty Elevator in New York City. John started his career with Otis Elevator as a Test Engineer working in Bloomington Indiana. He then moved to their US Headquarters in Farmington CT where he was a mechanical Engineer. After a few years of engineering, John moved to Las Vegas where he…
Watch the interview on videoJay Arntzen: Keep the Important Things Important
Jay Arntzen is the President and CEO of Genesis Elevator, President of Revelation Manufacturing, and also Co-Founder of Saving Susan Ministry. Jay started with Montgomery Elevator in 1984, right out of college. Jay spent about 24 years with the company and in 2008, Jay started Genesis Elevator and in 2018, he started Revelation Manufacturing. Jay…
Watch the interview on videoBobby Schaeffer: Work Hard and Educate Yourself
Bobby Schaeffer is the President of D&D Elevator and Senior Vice President of American Elevator Group. Bobby started in the elevator industry as a helper with Flynn Hill Elevator in 1981. In 1982, Bobby started with D&D elevator, eventually becoming its President for 28 years. Bobby served as the President of the NAEC from 1999…
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