In this episode of Boardsi Leadership Talks, host Martin Rowinski sits down with Mike Dunlap, an aerospace analyst, public speaker, and serial entrepreneur who has revolutionized aerospace quality management and manufacturing. As the founder of NetInspect, LLC, and Altonas Maschinen, LLC, Mike has led multiple successful aerospace companies, including QPM Aerospace, which grew to $30 million in sales within a decade. With a 50-year journey in business, Mike shares his insights on resilience, leadership, and business transformation, including the 10-step framework from his book, The Art of the Turnaround.
Key Discussion Points:
✅ From $300 to Multi-Million-Dollar Success: Mike’s inspiring journey of arriving in the U.S. in 1973 with just $300 and building 11 companies over the past 50 years.
✅ The Power of Resilience & Vision: How clear vision, adaptability, and persistence play a key role in business success.
✅ Scaling Businesses & Leadership: The key leadership traits needed to grow and sustain a company, and the importance of treating businesses with a stewardship mindset.
✅ Technology & The Future of Aerospace: Insights into AI, automation, and real-time data processing, and how machine learning is changing aerospace manufacturing.
✅ The Art of the Turnaround: A structured approach to reviving struggling businesses, managing crises, and leading companies back to profitability and growth.
Mike Dunlap’s Book: The Art of the Turnaround
Mike’s book, The Art of the Turnaround: 10 Steps to Bring Enjoyment and Profitability Back to Your Company, offers a practical guide for leaders facing business challenges. He shares his experience from 34 company turnarounds, providing a roadmap for restructuring businesses, managing financial crises, and building sustainable success. The book is available on Amazon, with 100% of proceeds supporting educational charities.
Final Thoughts
Mike Dunlap’s decades of experience in leadership, aerospace innovation, and business transformation provide invaluable lessons for entrepreneurs and executives. His passion for continuous learning and working with younger generations is a powerful reminder that leadership is about vision, resilience, and long-term impact.
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Mike’s Website: https://theartoftheturnaround.com/
📚 Check out Mike’s book: The Art of the Turnaround (Amazon link)
