What does it take to stay creative and hands-on at the very top of the custom build world? That's what I wanted to find out from Bryan Fuller, owner and operator of Fuller Moto.

Bryan joined me from his vehicle for our first ride-along style interview, and the conversation never slowed down. We start with his custom boat build, a 1967 Correct Craft packed with teak that fools people into thinking it's a wooden boat. From there, Bryan takes us behind the scenes of his Amelia Island Concours experience, why he stopped chasing awards, and what working alongside Chip Foose taught him about craftsmanship.

We also get into his latest SEMA project: a V16 built by linking two 620 horsepower engines together, with a 1938 Cadillac-inspired look and 100-year-old railroad casters on the build table. It's the kind of innovation you rarely get to hear about.

Bryan also explains why upholstery is one of the hardest crafts in any build. That's close to home at NC, where our equipment serves carpet binding and a wide range of industrial sewing industries.

If you work in or love the automotive world, this one's for you.

"I never specialized in anything other than doing something creative." – Bryan Fuller

In This Episode:

- The custom boat that fools wood boat fans

- Amelia Island Concours & why Bryan quit competing

- Building a Fleetwood in five days & the SEMA V16

- Why upholstery is one of the hardest crafts

- How Bryan interviews his clients

- Builder heroes & the hood scoop story

- Ten cars in nine months for Ride of Your Life

- Underrated 50s customs

- Why analog and hands-on skills are coming back

Connect with Bryan Fuller:

- Website - https://fullermoto.com/bryanfuller

- YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgrRZfzexvv2tvJKFSTNCsg/videos

Connect with Mal and NC Carpet:

- Website - https://www.n-ccarpet.com/

- Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/nccarpetmachines/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nc_carpet_binding/

What does it take for a family business to stay relevant for generations in a constantly evolving industry? That's what you're going to learn from today's conversation.

This episode is the result of my sitting down with Phillip Costikyan and Greg Garian at The RugCast podcast. We discuss a story of legacy, innovation, and unexpected reach–from small workshop beginnings to serving some of the most recognized institutions in the world.

NC has built a reputation that extends far beyond the rug and carpet industry. Over the years, our products have been used by NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, and multiple military branches, proving that even highly specialized industries rely on precision, consistency, and trust.

But this episode isn’t just about surprising clients. It’s about evolution. From textile machinery to modern rug binding systems, our company has continuously expanded through innovation, acquisitions, and a refusal to stand still.

The discussion also touches on major industry players, including long-standing rug and textile institutions like Costikyan, framing how interconnected and legacy-driven this space truly is. It’s a reminder that behind every “boring industry” is a network of innovation, relationships, and decades of trust.

If you’re interested in legacy businesses, industrial innovation, or how niche industries power global systems, this episode gives you a rare behind-the-scenes look.

"When companies are there for you when the chips are down, that's something to be said for that." – Mal Maher

In This Episode:

- The 80-year history of NC Carpet Binding & Equipment

- How innovation drives long-term survival

- NASA as an unexpected customer

- Military contracts & government work

- From textile machines to modern rug systems

- Why acquisitions shape growth strategy

- The changing landscape of trade shows

- Technology’s role in rug manufacturing

- Industry relationships & long-term trust

- What long years in business can teach you

- Costikyan's encounter with Martha Stewart

Connect with Costikyan:

- Website - https://www.costikyan.com/

- The RugCast Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/0Gtq2QvP8pxRY8P8Vjv3lm

Connect with Mal and NC Carpet:

- Website - https://www.n-ccarpet.com/

- Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/nccarpetmachines/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nc_carpet_binding/

A rug cleaning company in Arizona just cracked the code on social media without ever paying for ads. Miranda Gwilliam from Rug Worx joins me to explain how she and her husband turned their family business into an industry authority with 900,000 followers across platforms.

I started following their page because the content was impossible to ignore. Real production work. Real problem solving. Real people who actually show up on camera, even when they don't want to. What grabbed me was how they built something that resonates with both industry professionals and high-end homeowners, while keeping their kids as their absolute priority.

Miranda breaks down the exact strategies that moved the needle, why going viral on TikTok changed everything, and how they've stayed referral-only for 22 years while still dominating digitally. If your social media feels stale or you're chasing followers who never turn into customers, this conversation will shift how you think about it all.

"My love language is referrals." – Miranda Gwilliam

In This Episode:

- The #1 growth strategy for any business

- Hidden revenue streams like rug storage nobody talks about

- NC Rapid Fire Hot Seat with Miranda

- The TikTok turning point and going viral their very first weekend

- What most rug and flooring businesses get wrong on social

- Why perfection kills good content before it ever posts

- Why posting time matters less than you think

- How to attract higher-end clientele on social media

- Building long game referral networks with interior designers

- When to say no and how to fire a client the right way

- Upcoming events like Textile Pro Masters and the ARCS convention

- Miranda's private coaching services

Connect with Miranda and Rug Worx:

- Website: https://rugworx.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rugworx/

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rugworx

Connect with Mal and NC Carpet:

- Website - https://www.n-ccarpet.com/

- Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/nccarpetmachines/

- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nc_carpet_binding/