<p>Today we are speaking with Chris Gutkes, President of Island Elevator. Chris is a 4th generation elevator professional; as he says it, he was &quot;born into the industry.&quot; Chris is passionate about learning, serving and giving back. Chris recognizes that to be successful  in the elevator industry, you need other people, and that includes investing in their success.</p>

Tom Slattery: Retired Mechanic with 41 Years in the Elevator Trade

Elevator Careers is a podcast dedicated to the people who spend their lives and careers working in the vertical transportation industry. It is produced for the benefit of both elevator companies who are looking to hire great talent and for those who want to continue to grow professionally within the industry. This is an opportunity to create a dialogue with all of these stakeholders, learning from them and hearing the gems they have gleaned in their professions. The "Elevator Careers" podcast” is an opportunity to pay it forward" by sharing knowledge learned in the business and in the trade and helping others who are on similar journeys.