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Stephen Letko

Stephen Letko

Stephen Letko launched his own firm, SPL Enterprises LLC, in 2000 after a distinguished career in executive positions with companies including Dodson Steel Products, Mills Iron Works and Crane Company. His expertise includes implementation of new markets, restructuring companies to improve their financial position, and developing marketing, quality and employee incentive programs. Contact him at 770-972-8282 or [email protected].

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Tom & Steve on PVF

A Look Back … and Ahead

Steel tariffs, unfair trade practices and the skilled labor force dominated the PVF industry in 2018.
January 7, 2019
Tom M. Brown and Stephen Letko
This month, Tom and Steve take a look back at the events that influenced the PVF industry in 2018, as well as a peek into what’s in store for PVF Roundtable (PVFRT) members this year.
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PVF with Steve and Tom

New Trade Deals with Canada, Mexico

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement includes provisions for better enforcement of its country of origin requirements.
December 4, 2018
Tom M. Brown and Stephen Letko
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is a big win for domestic manufacturers.
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Steve & Tom on PVF

Celebrating ASA

The Three Industry Amigos reminisce on an institution.
October 5, 2018
Tom M. Brown, Stephen Letko, and Morris Beschloss
The Wholesaler Magazine enjoys covering the events in our industry, especially the annual convention of The American Supply Association.
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Tom & Steve on PVF

Tariffs, Exemptions and the Labor Force

Additional taxes on foreign-made pipe and the skilled labor shortage are hindering manufacturer efforts to maintain production levels or expand operations.
August 12, 2018
Tom M. Brown and Stephen Letko
Industry veterans Tom Brown and Steve Letko discuss the Trump administration’s new tariffs on foreign-made pipe and other materials used in oil pipelines and their impact on the PVF industry.
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Steve & Tom on PVF

PVF Industry Economic and Labor Update

Reports reflect improved health of economy, and dire need to fill skilled labor shortage.
July 8, 2018
Tom M. Brown and Stephen Letko
The good news for the economy also presents tremendous pressure on the need for skilled labor, which is desperately required for the construction of new projects.
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Steve & Tom on PVF

Tax Reform and Economic Growth

Industry veterans shed light on economic news in 2018.
March 12, 2018
Stephen Letko and Tom M. Brown
Exclusive conversation between industry veterans about the state of the U.S. economy.
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New year PVF
Steve & Tom on PVF

PVF in 2018

New and exciting times are ahead for the industry.
January 4, 2018
Tom M. Brown and Stephen Letko
Optimism in the New Year takes center stage in the PVF industry, and here's why!
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Q4 Presents Cautious Optimism for PVF Sector

Hurricanes, regulation reform and construction on pipeline infrastructure have caused demand for the PVF market to skyrocket.
November 3, 2017
Stephen Letko
A series of unfortunate events threw numbers for a loop this quarter.
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Texas Strong

Hurricanes Harvey and Irma unleashed their wrath on the south, but wholesalers and manufacturers are still going strong.
October 8, 2017
Stephen Letko and Tom M. Brown
Oil
Tom & Steve on PVF

A Thorough Look at Economics

Oil is on the rise; a slow, gradual rise.
August 7, 2017
Stephen Letko and Tom M. Brown
Steve and Tom explore the depths of the PVF sector and what to watch out for the rest of this year.
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