Episode 234: We Are Florida: Local Manufacturing, Team Culture, and Operational Excellence at PGT Windows and Doors

Episode 234: We Are Florida: Local Manufacturing, Team Culture, and Operational Excellence at PGT Windows and Doors

May 19, 2026 · 16 min

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In this episode, Sherri Connor interviews Chris Davis about PGT's approach to local manufacturing and operational excellence in Florida.

What does it take to build Florida’s manufacturing identity and deliver impact-rated windows with unmatched speed and quality? In this episode of the Clear Impact Podcast, host Sherri Connor sits down with Chris Davis, Vice President of Operations at PGT, to explore MITER Brands’ unique approach to operational excellence, people-first culture, and pioneering impact-resistant products. Listeners will discover how PGT’s “We Are Florida” campaign is more than marketing—it’s a commitment to local manufacturing, workforce growth, and customer care that sets new standards for the industry. What You’ll Learn How MITER Brands integrates acquired businesses and transforms plant culture for operational excellence. The benefits of pioneering impact-resistant windows and doors engineered for HVHZ zones. Why insourcing glass production will reduce lead times and help dealers and homeowners finish projects faster. The importance of exceptional training, workforce development, and local community engagement in Florida’s manufacturing sector. What “We Are Florida” means for building relationships with customers, suppliers, and local talent. Episode Highlights 02:10 – Chris Davis shares his…

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