08/14/2025
Allow me to do a quick shameless plug-in to my many endeavors… I hope my illustrious friends here on LinkedIn won’t mind if I persuade you all to follow my educational instragram page called
Today, I recorded a short “Civic Minute” to reflect on the legacy of tradespeople in Los Angeles. I visited the historic furniture and decorative arts district near L.A. Trade Tech and the Reef, a cornerstone of the city’s design culture and entrepreneurial spirit. From there, I made my way down Main Street to visit my grandfather, who’s has run his upholstery business for nearly 50 years. He was surprised to see me filming, but I took a moment to honor him and thank him for his decades of craftsmanship and dedication. In a city known for innovation and art, it’s tradesmen like him who laid the foundation, stitch by stitch, for the vibrant creative community we see today.
Keep a lookout for where Young’s Upholstery is bound to go!