49 min
David Nemmers: Founder of Midstate Security Company | Using Drive, Discipline and Discernment in Life and Business The Wow Factor
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David Nemmers has been the owner of Midstate Security Company Based in Michigan since 2007. Midstate Security installs and designs integrated electronic security and monitoring systems. Midstate Security services state and local government needs in the critical areas of prison and court security, video conferencing for arraignments, and monitored home detentions.
David joins me on the Wow Factor to discuss how he turned an outdated analog technology business into a company more suited to the modern digital world. He shares why he had to ask his employees to take furlough days during the recession and why he was delighted to be able to pay them back when business improved. David also discusses why he is so passionate about the servant leadership model and giving back to his community.
"You don't hire people or work with people who have your same skill set; you work with people who bring different gifts to the table.” - David Nemmers
“God's timing is perfect.” - David Nemmers
“The business was going through an incredible transformation. And instead of being scared of it, I saw it as an opportunity to create something unique.” - David Nemmers
This Week on The Wow Factor:
What David’s upbringing taught him about fiscal responsibility David’s ambitions to work as a CPA after his Finance and Accounting degree The moment that David was faced with a big moral integrity decision and how the situation turned out How the opportunity came his way for him to buy a business in the security world How David navigated his partnership at Midstate Security Company The tragic accident that left David in control of the business The change in David’s personal life that added even more challenges to David’s life Why David is writing a book focused on the culture, the common language, and the cadence of small businesses The culture of philanthropy that David has grown in the business
David Nemmers’ Words of Wisdom:
Drive, discipline, and discernment are the three things that determine your success in life.
Drive — are you hungry for success?
Discipline — set your goals and work towards them.
Discernment — choose who you associate with carefully.
Connect with David Nemmers:
Midstate Security Company on LinkedIn
Connect with The WOW Factor:
I Like Giving: The Transforming Power of a Generous Life by Brad Formsma Words of Wisdom Website Brad Formsma on LinkedIn Brad Formsma on Instagram Brad Formsma on Facebook Brad Formsma on Twitter
David Nemmers has been the owner of Midstate Security Company Based in Michigan since 2007. Midstate Security installs and designs integrated electronic security and monitoring systems. Midstate Security services state and local government needs in the critical areas of prison and court security, video conferencing for arraignments, and monitored home detentions.
David joins me on the Wow Factor to discuss how he turned an outdated analog technology business into a company more suited to the modern digital world. He shares why he had to ask his employees to take furlough days during the recession and why he was delighted to be able to pay them back when business improved. David also discusses why he is so passionate about the servant leadership model and giving back to his community.
"You don't hire people or work with people who have your same skill set; you work with people who bring different gifts to the table.” - David Nemmers
“God's timing is perfect.” - David Nemmers
“The business was going through an incredible transformation. And instead of being scared of it, I saw it as an opportunity to create something unique.” - David Nemmers
This Week on The Wow Factor:
What David’s upbringing taught him about fiscal responsibility David’s ambitions to work as a CPA after his Finance and Accounting degree The moment that David was faced with a big moral integrity decision and how the situation turned out How the opportunity came his way for him to buy a business in the security world How David navigated his partnership at Midstate Security Company The tragic accident that left David in control of the business The change in David’s personal life that added even more challenges to David’s life Why David is writing a book focused on the culture, the common language, and the cadence of small businesses The culture of philanthropy that David has grown in the business
David Nemmers’ Words of Wisdom:
Drive, discipline, and discernment are the three things that determine your success in life.
Drive — are you hungry for success?
Discipline — set your goals and work towards them.
Discernment — choose who you associate with carefully.
Connect with David Nemmers:
Midstate Security Company on LinkedIn
Connect with The WOW Factor:
I Like Giving: The Transforming Power of a Generous Life by Brad Formsma Words of Wisdom Website Brad Formsma on LinkedIn Brad Formsma on Instagram Brad Formsma on Facebook Brad Formsma on Twitter
49 min