Show Notes
With a history in the industry for over 70 years, the family of Robert Gordon knows a thing or two about pottery. This week we talk to Sam Gordon about the family business, growing up at the wheel in the studio and how this business grew to having the most flipped plates on Australian tables. From it's humble beginnings as Pack Track Pottery to the world renowned brand it is today, Robert Gordon has proven that family matters. With himself and his siblings each playing a vital roles in the business, Sam talks about how to deal with family conflict, expansion for the brand and if there's another generation ready to take over the helm. This is a homegrown Aussie story that can't be missed.
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