Greg Gordon is unfiltered, unpredictable, and one of the most original operators you’ll ever meet. From renting margarita machines across Texas to running for Austin Mayor and accidentally building a global foam business, Greg’s story is a masterclass in saying yes, showing up, and figuring it out later.
Greg Talks About:
Growing up with chaos, grit, and resilience — and how it shaped his operator mindset
The ninth-grade moment that taught him to ask, risk, and show up
How one impulsive “yes” turned into a worldwide foam business
Scaling Party Machines from garage mixing to Amazon, Walmart, and global demand
Why mistakes are fine — but never the same mistake twice
Planning every year with ruthless clarity and protecting his time
Why not every customer is your customer — and why consistency beats everything
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