In 1990, after four years of military service, John began building mobile workshops using large panel vans with built-in tools and sewing tables. This enabled him to meet the high demand for custom canvas in a wide variety of applications and locations. These mobile workshops grossed millions of dollars annually
In 1998, John was contracted to manufacture eradicable awnings. This led him to focus in metal fabrication for Marriott, making awnings for public schools in Florida as well as major grocery chains. He quickly earned a reputation for his metal fabrication work.
In 2003, John’s “OEM” (original equipment manufacturing)
branch of the business took off. He was responsible for the
patterning and duplication of patterns to meet the high demand
of his clientele, which included Angler Bass Boats, Blazer Bass
and Bay Boats,