John-Mark Hack of Thoroughbred

John-Mark Hack of Thoroughbred

Author: Griffin Meredith, Tommy Lawson December 6, 2022 Duration: 32:55

Join us as we interview John-Mark Hack, Chief Strategy Officer of Thoroughbred and Vice-Chair of the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers. Thoroughbred, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Lexington, KY, is a #onestopshop for #design, #engineering, and #construction. Because Thoroughbred has everything one needs under one roof, they can complete land development projects from site selection all the way to turnkey construction. Thoroughbred’s model allows the owner of the project to be in a revenue-producing position faster than traditional models.  

We talk with John-Mark about how Thoroughbred has helped grow the Commonwealth. What Kentucky is doing to grow, and what opportunities Kentucky has to continue its economic growth.  

Check out Thoroughbred at thoroughbredfirm.com to learn more about their firm

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We want to take a moment to thank our partner – the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers. For over 100 years, KAM has served our state’s manufacturing industry through advocacy, workforce development, education, and training, as well as cost-saving benefits for members. Fighting for manufacturers is what KAM does best, representing the industry in both Frankfort and Washington, D.C. Whether it’s advocacy, offering shipping discounts, or group health insurance, KAM has its members covered. Learn more and become a member by visiting www.kam.us.com

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We want to take a moment to thank our partner – the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers. For over 100 years, KAM has served our state’s manufacturing industry through advocacy, workforce development, education, and training, as well as cost-saving benefits for members. Fighting for manufacturers is what KAM does best, representing the industry in both Frankfort and Washington, D.C. Whether it’s advocacy, offering shipping discounts, or group health insurance, KAM has its members covered. Learn more and become a member by visiting www.kam.us.com


Griffin Meredith and Tommy Lawson host Built In The Bluegrass, a conversation that digs into the stories behind the products and innovations coming from Kentucky. This isn't just about what gets made, but about the people who make it-the manufacturers, engineers, and creative minds who are building businesses and solving problems right here. Each episode pulls up a stool for a genuine talk, exploring the intersections of craft, technology, and smart business practices that define modern making. You'll hear about the unexpected challenges in a startup's first production run, the clever adaptation of an old-world skill to a new market, or how a family workshop evolved into a global supplier. The landscape of this podcast is rich with practical knowledge, from shop floor logistics and material science to the personal journeys of resilience and vision that fuel these ventures. It’s a direct line to the ingenuity thriving in our communities, offering a refreshingly grounded perspective on education, industry, and hands-on creation. Tune in to discover the tangible results of passion and hard work, and maybe even find a bit of inspiration for your own projects along the way.
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