Trey Fly has worked every role in his 54-year-old family business. From laborer to traveling salesman to now president and CEO, Trey has led Joe W. Fly Co., Inc. from mom-and-pop to the largest HVAC filter distributor and installer in Texas, grounded in core values of integrity, family, customer, quality and commitment.
Of his leadership success, Trey shares that delegation is essential. “I’ve learned it’s important to not put it all on my own shoulders,” he says.
His other lessons include:
- Surround yourself with good people. Allow them to make mistakes and empower them to make decisions.
- Cross-train your team across roles and departments.
- Give people ownership in the success of the business.