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"Christ-centered"
  • Christ-centered, Employee Owned
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Fleetwood’s History
  • Founded by Norwood   Hubbell
    • Two Inspirations:
      • Innovative Product Idea:  mobile furniture for educators
      • Vocational Calling:  give a generous portion of the business proceeds to support Christian missions.

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Fleetwood Today
  • Located in Holland, MI
  • 165 TMO’s
  • Guided by our Vision and Mission Statement


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Fleetwood Today
  • Located in Holland, MI
  • 165 TMO’s
  • Guided by our Vision and Mission Statement…
  • Described best by our character…


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Corporate Characteristics
  • Longevity
    • Since 1955!
    • Electronics 1959


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Corporate Characteristics
  • Moral Compass
    • Generous - philanthropy
    • Honest - consistent integrity
    • Caring - “body, mind, and spirit”
    • Loyal - build strong relationships:       Team Member-Owners, Customers, Suppliers and Service Providers

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Corporate Characteristics
  • Dedication
    • Ownership culture – we act like we own the place
      • Low turnover
      • Highly trained and seasoned team
      • Long-term view
      • Committed to being a well run business



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Corporate Characteristics
  • Innovation
    • Pioneered all 3 of our product lines
    • Continue to introduce leading edge:
      • Products
      • Processes
      • Business practices




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Corporate Characteristics
  • Customer Focus
    • Without satisfied customers Fleetwood will cease to exist
    • Continuous Improvement - QCDS
    • Relationships matter



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Corporate Characteristics
  • Financial Strength
    • Sales of ~$30M
    • 5 year metrics:
      • Sales up 70%; Profits up 230%
    • Robust balance sheet: no long-term debt, great ratios
    • Ready and able to invest in the future
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Corporate Characteristics
  • Business Diversity
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Furniture Division
  • Designs, manufactures, and markets a broad line of innovative furniture solutions for the NA learning markets
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Electronics Division
  • Designs, manufactures, and markets wireless interactive systems to the global learning and meetings market.
    • In addition, the division supports niche electronics products/markets that represent a strong match with our competences.
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Recent Recognition
  • 2002 Export Award – US Dept of Commerce
  • 2002 Outstanding Business – State of Michigan
  • 2003 People Friendly Workplace - Holland Chamber of Commerce
  • 2004 ISO 9001 – 2000 Registration (Electronics)
  • 2005 Special Tribute 50th Anniversary – State of Michigan
  • 2006 Michigan and National ESOP of the Year – ESOP Association
  • 2006 Small Business Person of the Year - Holland Chamber of Commerce