Promoting from Within: How We’re Building the Next Generation of Leaders at NVP
Investing in People, Not Just Positions When I think about the growth and success of North Valley Precision, the thing that stands out most isn’t the technology we use or the clients we serve—it’s the people. From the beginning, I’ve believed that a company’s culture and long-term success are defined by its team. That’s why […]
What I Learned Scaling From 10 to 100 Employees in QA
Starting Small and Dreaming Big When I first launched North Valley Precision, we were a small team with a big vision. There were only about 10 of us back then—tight-knit, scrappy, and wearing multiple hats. We worked long hours, made fast decisions, and leaned on each other to get the job done. Everyone knew what […]
What Enterprise Clients Want Most from a QA Partner—And How We Deliver
Listening First, Delivering with Precision Across startups, mid-sized tech firms, and global enterprises, one truth is consistent: when companies seek a QA partner, they’re not just outsourcing—they’re integrating. The stakes are high. Enterprise clients expect reliability, speed, technical precision, and embedded accountability. Meeting these expectations demands more than just manual testing or good intentions. It […]
From Nashville to the Shop Floor: How Creativity Fuels My Leadership Style
Creativity Isn’t Just for Songwriters Most people don’t expect to hear “songwriting” and “quality assurance” in the same sentence. But for me, they’ve always been connected. Before I was leading a precision-focused company with clients in high-stakes industries, I was writing songs in small-town Wisconsin, playing guitar, and dreaming about Nashville. Music taught me how […]
Why American Manufacturing Still Wins: A CEO’s Perspective from the Factory Floor
There’s a lot of talk these days about reshoring, automation, and the future of American manufacturing. And if you listen to the noise, you might think the U.S. can’t compete anymore—that labor is too expensive, regulations are too tight, and overseas operations will always have the upper hand. But I see something different. I see […]
From Garage Startups to Government Contracts: Lessons in Grit and Growth
If you had told me 15 years ago that I’d one day be running a precision manufacturing company with nearly 100 employees—inspecting parts for defense, aerospace, and high-stakes commercial applications—I probably would’ve laughed and gone back to tinkering with my beat-up laptop in the garage. Back then, I was just a small-town kid with no […]