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20 PalletCentral • November-December 2023 palletcentral.com aspired to more and ventured into the lumber trading business, swiftly becoming a prominent figure in the timber industry. is legacy of success continued with my grandfather, David Podlipsky. He not only solidified the family business but also expanded its reach, opening operations across the city. His leadership earned him recognition within the National Lumber Industry Chamber, where he served as Vice President for several terms. e company thrived under his guidance. In the aftermath of the 1994 Mexican economic crisis, my father, Jacobo Podlipsky, made a pivotal decision. He strategically shifted the company's focus to manufacturing and selling wooden pallets, drawing upon his extensive experience in the timber sector. is strategic move not only solidified Tarimera El Rayo's position as one of the nation's leading companies, but also marked a significant step towards international expansion. Jacobo opened the company to international supply chains and played a pioneering role in introducing the ISPM-15 standard to Mexico as NOM-144, contributing to our company's recognition and success. Generational transitions in leadership brought forth diverse management methods, reflecting each leader's personality. During these generational shifts, the challenge lies in transferring tacit knowledge into explicit knowledge within the organization. Capturing this invaluable wisdom and integrating it is paramount for continuity. Family-owned enterprises must implement effective governance practices, balancing family and business interests while ensuring professional oversight. Preserving the family essence that initially fueled success is a complex task. businessmen. eir feedback along the way was helpful in the success of the transition as well. ey and our executive team are running a business now that is immensely larger than any of us has managed in the past. ey are doing a fine job and have been able to meet the challenges of a large 4300+ employee company. I am proud of them, and more importantly, they have earned the respect from our leadership team and from our past founders whom we acquired. Samuel Podlipsky Director Tarimera El Rayo O ur story is a tale familiar to many; like countless other immigrants escaping war and persecution, my great- grandfather, Sholem Podlipsky, arrived in Mexico. Leveraging his inherited woodworking knowledge, he started as an assistant carpenter. Sholem's unwavering determination led him to establish his own carpentry workshop. However, he Justin Kamps, left; Mitchell Kamps, below. Company founder, Sholem Podlipsky, above and right. David Podlipsky, far right.