Paul Gentile, president and long-time co-owner of Miami-based Lion Plumbing Supply, recently announced that the company transitioned into an ESOP.

Private and family-held businesses heavily populate the plumbing industry. The leadership and transition between owners are issues that can make or break a business’s future. 

The plumbing industry is a resilient one. Throughout history, it has been hit with serious challenges that have forced leaders to re-assess the way they do business and make changes accordingly to their scope, operations and team. 

Stew Chaffee has arguably been one of the hardest-working, most driven reps in the plumbing industry for four decades.

Throughout its 40 years, Ameripipe has made those factors hallmarks of its business, and has built a reputation for best-in-class products, superior customer service and highly skilled pipe fabrication.

We celebrate Bob’s life by bringing to you the feature story that ran in the December 2015 issue.