Wisdom for Wannabes Podcast Features Gary Fails: Insights from a Lighting Industry Pioneer

The latest episode of the Wisdom for Wannabes podcast, hosted by Jackie Morreale, presents an in-depth conversation with Gary Fails, founder of City Theatrical. In this episode, Fails shares his transformative journey from launching his business in a South Bronx garage to becoming a leader in entertainment lighting technology.

Fails founded City Theatrical in 1986, developing lighting accessories to improve the entertainment lighting industry. His commitment to innovation and excellence was recognized this year with the ESTA Lifetime Technical Achievement Award.

In the podcast, Fails discusses the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of a strong company culture, mentorship, and collaboration. He reflects on the evolution of the entertainment lighting industry and shares his passion for learning and personal growth as he embraces retirement.

Key takeaways from the interview include: starting a business requires a burning desire and commitment; innovation is crucial for success; building a strong company culture is essential; mentorship and collaboration play a key role in success; and learning from mistakes and adapting to challenges is vital. Listeners can access the full interview, including a transcript and additional resources, on the Wisdom for Wannabes website.

Wisdom for Wannabes is a podcast series hosted by Jackie Morreale that explores themes of business, beauty, and betterment. Through interviews with industry leaders and experts, the podcast provides listeners with insights and inspiration to pursue their passions and achieve their goals. Morreale brings a unique perspective to the show, with experience as a marketing leader in the entertainment lighting industry, giving her firsthand experience and understanding of the entertainment lighting world. She is also the author and illustrator of a new book series for children, inspiring family story time with positive messaging, which can be explored at www.princesstessa.com.