Because of the current economic climate our publication has started a series of discussions with professional individuals meant to engage our readers with relevant companies and their representatives in order to discuss about their involvement, what challenges they have had in the past and what they are looking forward to in the future. This sequence aims to present a series of experiences, recent developments, changes and downsides in terms of their business areas, as well as their goals, values, career history, the high-impact success outcomes and achievements.
Jeff Trevorrow is the owner and the president of CAMS (Columbus Advanced Manufacturing Systems), a company that aims to support North American companies in making parts better, faster, safer, less expensively, and more creatively through the use of technology.
They provide SolidWorks based design and manufacturing software (including CAMWorks), Markforged and BigRep 3D printers, 3D printing services, 3 through 5-axis CNC milling, 8-axis mill/turn, and 5-axis CMM inspection.
More details about CAMS and Jeff’s experience as an entrepreneur can be found below:
Tell us more about your role in CAMS?
I am the owner and the president of the company. I feel my most important job is to set the tone and build relationships.
What is the most difficult part of your job? But the most rewarding one?
The most challenging aspect is recruiting manufacturing talent that is still affordable. The most rewarding facet is seeing people and customers succeed.
Is there anything that you would change about your professional path?
While my success is modest, it’s more than I knew I would accomplish when I was younger. I grew up with an amazing and loving single mom. In spite of her hard work, her income hovered near the poverty line. While I never felt poor, I had to learn how to break out of that pattern and how to run a business. I’m still learning. I’m very grateful for my background and my path, and I’m super grateful for the people with whom I get to interact. Someday I’d also like to see what else the world might have to offer.
What’s your key strategy for the development of your company?
Our most important characteristic is caring about our customer’s success as we’d wish for someone else to care about ours.
What do you think about the next period of time, keeping in mind the pandemic and the new business climate? How will your industry be affected?
I believe manufacturing in our country will continue to play an important role. I also believe that if consumer spending falls dramatically because of the pandemic, unemployment may continue to be high.
What books do you have on your nightstand?
Willie Nelson, “It’s a Long Story”, Malcolm Gladwell, “Blink” and David Goggins, “Can’t Hurt Me”.
