Holly Hargrove

I really like to push myself and try to see what I can do. Managing a warehouse is something that not a lot of women would take on full head, but I'm kind of proud of myself for being able to do that. I'm always learning new skills and seeking new experiences - that's really what drives me. Just seeing what's out there and going straight at it instead of holding back. I think my success comes from my willingness to challenge myself and step into roles that might seem intimidating at first, but end up being incredibly rewarding.

My most recent boss has been really encouraging and aware of my struggles as a woman in a manufacturing business where most of my colleagues are men. He's been encouraging about wishing there had been more women as part of the manufacturing world, especially in the sales and sales engineering part. While I don't have a direct quote, his consistent encouragement has meant a lot to me. He's helped me see that there's a place for women in this industry and that my perspective and contributions are valued. That kind of support from leadership makes a real difference when you're navigating a male-dominated field.

Just don't let fear hold you back. You can have a lot of fun if you get over your fear. There are a lot of times when I would think, oh, I don't know if I can go operate a forklift, or I don't know if I can drive a box truck. But once you're doing it and you're in it, you realize how much fun you're having instead of being fearful about it and standing on the sidelines. Don't let intimidation keep you from trying new things in this industry. Take the leap, get in there, and you'll discover that what seemed scary at first is actually enjoyable and empowering.

I think the biggest opportunity right now is how we can identify ways to move into the tech world. Since tech is such a big growth area right now, we're trying to see what avenues we can take and what kind of manufacturing supplies we can provide to support that industry. It's about figuring out how traditional manufacturing and supply can adapt to serve the rapidly expanding technology sector and finding our place in that evolving landscape.

Transparency is incredibly important to me. You can give bad news and good news, as long as you're transparent about it and what you're going to do to fix it or change it the next time. It's all about taking ownership and accountability. I believe that being honest and upfront with people, whether it's delivering difficult information or celebrating successes, builds trust and stronger relationships. When you own your mistakes and communicate clearly about how you'll improve, that creates a foundation of respect and reliability in both professional and personal relationships.