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Jake Kilcup

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Episode 51: To Kick off Season 2, Andrew sits down with Rocky Mountain Construction Chief Operating Officer Jake Kilcup and discuss many topics on fear, courage and determination help bring RMC to where it is today.  Follow Jake Kilcup and Rocky Mountain Construction on the following media pages: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-kilcup  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RMCcoasters/  Website: www.rockymountainconstruction.com  Instagram: @kilc6887 IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13000436/  Follow Coaster Challenge on the following Media Pages Youtube: Coaster Challenge Instagram: @coasterchallengepodcast IGTV: @coasterchallengepodcast D Tube: Coaster Challenge Facebook: Coaster Challenge Twitter: @CoasterChallen2 Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/coasterchallengeusa   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/coasterchallenge/ Linkdin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coaster-challenge-593567193/ Myspace: Coaster Challenge Website: www.coasterchallengeusa.com  

Episode 51: To Kick off Season 2, Andrew sits down with Rocky Mountain Construction Chief Operating Officer Jake Kilcup and discuss many topics on fear, courage and determination help bring RMC to where it is today.  Follow Jake Kilcup and Rocky Mountain Construction on the following media pages: Linkedin: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-kilcup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-kilcup</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RMCcoasters/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/RMCcoasters/</a> Website: <a href="http://www.rockymountainconstruction.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.rockymountainconstruction.com</a> Instagram: @kilc6887 IMDb: <a href="https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13000436/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13000436/</a> Follow Coaster Challenge on the following Media Pages Youtube: Coaster Challenge Instagram: @coasterchallengepodcast IGTV: @coasterchallengepodcast D Tube: Coaster Challenge Facebook: Coaster Challenge Twitter: @CoasterChallen2 Tumblr: <a href="https://www.tumblr.com/blog/coasterchallengeusa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tumblr.com/blog/coasterchallengeusa </a> Pinterest: <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/coasterchallenge/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.pinterest.com/coasterchallenge/</a> Linkdin: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/coaster-challenge-593567193/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/coaster-challenge-593567193/</a> Myspace: Coaster Challenge Website: <a href="http://www.coasterchallengeusa.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.coasterchallengeusa.com </a>

Episode 51: RMC’s Chief Operating Officer Jake Kilcup accepts the Coaster Challenge

Jake Kilcup is the COO of Rocky Mountain Construction.  RMC is a fabricator and manufacturer of amusement rides and roller coasters. The company, based in Hayden, Idaho, USA, has become synonymous with the transformation of old wooden roller coasters into new hybrid attractions. In this episode, Jake tells about how he got started with RMC and what it’s been like growing the company over the last 12 years.    Reprofiling coasters   "We’re trying to capture as much of that adrenaline rush as we can while still eliminating the risk."   Jake is very open about the high profile reprofiling projects RMC has been involved with such as New Texas Giant and Steel Vengeance. Working with great designers, they work diligently to recreate a feeling on a coaster layout that you may get when careening down a mountain or driving a dune buggy on a sand dune. Unlike fans who wait with anticipation before a ride opens, the RMC crew is knee-deep in all of the design and build details right up to opening day.  Jake says that sometimes an opening day will sneak up on them, when a fan can tell you how many days and hours it will be before the scheduled opening to the public.     Leaning on the process   "Oh yeah, that’s the story we sold."   When asked about the process of designing a roller coaster, Jake took us through the process from meeting with the client, to the pitch, to design, testing and opening. It’s a long process, and Jake feels, based on RMC’s track record, that leaning on, or trusting the process, is the key to smooth operations. There will always be changes and roadblocks throughout the journey of building a large “gravity machine” and if you understand where you want to go and how you are going to get there, you can trust the established process.    Once the ride is built, the process of seeing if what you sold to the client is actually what you built. Jake reiterates that with great design and build teams, more often than not the story you sold will be the story you deliver.    Designing for the demographic   “We make it rideable for the demographic. It’s smooth, it’s safe, it’s fun.”   Depending on the client needs or wants, RMC can design a coaster to fit the demographic the park is trying to appeal to. Some coasters will hold appeal for emerging coaster enthusiasts as well as more seasoned riders. In the case of a Steel Vengeance, for example, the intensity, height and speed will not be attractive to all riders, and that’s okay. The excitement of building coasters is that you can have such a wide variety of experiences and they can all be great.   To learn more about Rocky Mountain Construction: Rocky Mountain Construction   This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our amazing team: Audio and video editing by Abigail Giganan Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas Social media marketing by Kate Kujawa Branding and design by Fabiana Fonseca Email marketing by Sam Bercik  To connect with AttractionPros: attractionpros@gmail.com

Jake Kilcup is the COO of <a href="https://www.rockymtnconstruction.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rocky Mountain Construction</a>.  RMC is a fabricator and manufacturer of amusement rides and roller coasters. The company, based in Hayden, Idaho, USA, has become synonymous with the transformation of old wooden roller coasters into new hybrid attractions. In this episode, Jake tells about how he got started with RMC and what it’s been like growing the company over the last 12 years.  Reprofiling coasters "We’re trying to capture as much of that adrenaline rush as we can while still eliminating the risk." Jake is very open about the high profile reprofiling projects RMC has been involved with such as New Texas Giant and Steel Vengeance. Working with great designers, they work diligently to recreate a feeling on a coaster layout that you may get when careening down a mountain or driving a dune buggy on a sand dune. Unlike fans who wait with anticipation before a ride opens, the RMC crew is knee-deep in all of the design and build details right up to opening day.  Jake says that sometimes an opening day will sneak up on them, when a fan can tell you how many days and hours it will be before the scheduled opening to the public.  Leaning on the process "Oh yeah, that’s the story we sold." When asked about the process of designing a roller coaster, Jake took us through the process from meeting with the client, to the pitch, to design, testing and opening. It’s a long process, and Jake feels, based on RMC’s track record, that leaning on, or trusting the process, is the key to smooth operations. There will always be changes and roadblocks throughout the journey of building a large “gravity machine” and if you understand where you want to go and how you are going to get there, you can trust the established process.  Once the ride is built, the process of seeing if what you sold to the client is actually what you built. Jake reiterates that with great design and build teams, more often than not the story you sold will be the story you deliver. Designing for the demographic “We make it rideable for the demographic. It’s smooth, it’s safe, it’s fun.” Depending on the client needs or wants, RMC can design a coaster to fit the demographic the park is trying to appeal to. Some coasters will hold appeal for emerging coaster enthusiasts as well as more seasoned riders. In the case of a Steel Vengeance, for example, the intensity, height and speed will not be attractive to all riders, and that’s okay. The excitement of building coasters is that you can have such a wide variety of experiences and they can all be great. To learn more about Rocky Mountain Construction: <a href="https://www.rockymtnconstruction.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rocky Mountain Construction</a> This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our amazing team: <ul><li>Audio and video editing by Abigail Giganan</li> <li>Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas</li> <li>Social media marketing by Kate Kujawa</li> <li>Branding and design by Fabiana Fonseca</li> <li>Email marketing by Sam Bercik</li> </ul> To connect with AttractionPros: <a href="mailto:attractionpros@gmail.com">attractionpros@gmail.com</a>

Episode 219: Jake Kilcup talks about reprofiling coasters, leaning on the process, and designing for the demographic

What’s it like to be in the business of “selling smiles”? Jake Kilcup, Chief Operating Officer at Rocky Mountain Construction, fills us in. Rocky Mountain Construction or RMC is a roller coaster manufacturer based in Hayden, Idaho. If you’ve ever taken a ride on Goliath at Six Flags Great America, the Lightning Rod at Dollywood, or Twisted Colossus at Six Flags Magic Mountain, you’ve seen their handiwork in action.In this episode, Jake takes us behind the scenes at RMC to share a bit about the manufacturing process, what it’s like working as a close-knit team, and how RMC has grown so quickly. You’ll hear about the secrets of RMC’s success, why planning is essential with any type of manufacturing, and how to keep a positive mindset when things get tough.We round off the talk by swapping roller coaster stories, and Jake explains why seeing the finished project and how it makes people feel makes it all worthwhile.In this episode, find out:What it’s like to be in the business of “selling smiles”The typical RMC manufacturing processHow RMC grew quickly and learned important lessons along the wayWhy you need solid plans no matter what area of manufacturing you’re inWhat the typical timeframe to complete a project looks likeWhy anything is possible, it’s all just down to mindset What it’s like working as a close-knit teamWhy grit and determination are the most important tools of the tradeEnjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It’s feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:“You can work on something forever to try to make it more efficient, or just make it better. But there has to be a point where you say, okay, this is acceptable, and it's on time.”“Anything is possible. You just have to change your frame of mind.”“We're a fun, family-owned, hard-working company that focuses on fun. And thankfully, we're in an industry that's solely based on selling smiles.”Links &amp; mentions:Rocky Mountain Construction, roller coaster designer and manufacturer based in Hayden, IdahoThis Is How We Roll, a documentary about RMC created by Coaster StudiosMad Bomber Brewing Company, brewery located in Hayden, IDMake sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

What’s it like to be in the business of “selling smiles”? Jake Kilcup, Chief Operating Officer at Rocky Mountain Construction, fills us in. Rocky Mountain Construction or RMC is a roller coaster manufacturer based in Hayden, Idaho. If you’ve ever taken a ride on Goliath at Six Flags Great America, the Lightning Rod at Dollywood, or Twisted Colossus at Six Flags Magic Mountain, you’ve seen their handiwork in action.In this episode, Jake takes us behind the scenes at RMC to share a bit about the manufacturing process, what it’s like working as a close-knit team, and how RMC has grown so quickly. You’ll hear about the secrets of RMC’s success, why planning is essential with any type of manufacturing, and how to keep a positive mindset when things get tough.We round off the talk by swapping roller coaster stories, and Jake explains why seeing the finished project and how it makes people feel makes it all worthwhile.In this episode, find out:<ul><li>What it’s like to be in the business of “selling smiles”</li><li>The typical RMC manufacturing process</li><li>How RMC grew quickly and learned important lessons along the way</li><li>Why you need solid plans no matter what area of manufacturing you’re in</li><li>What the typical timeframe to complete a project looks like</li><li>Why anything is possible, it’s all just down to mindset </li><li>What it’s like working as a close-knit team</li><li>Why grit and determination are the most important tools of the trade</li></ul><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/id1484626862" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Enjoying the show? Please leave us a review here.</a> Even one sentence helps. It’s feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:<ul><li>“You can work on something forever to try to make it more efficient, or just make it better. But there has to be a point where you say, okay, this is acceptable, and it's on time.”</li><li>“Anything is possible. You just have to change your frame of mind.”</li><li>“We're a fun, family-owned, hard-working company that focuses on fun. And thankfully, we're in an industry that's solely based on selling smiles.”</li></ul>Links &amp; mentions:<ul><li><a href="https://www.rockymtnconstruction.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rocky Mountain Construction</a>, roller coaster designer and manufacturer based in Hayden, Idaho</li><li><a href="https://www.coaster101.com/2021/09/29/rmc-documentary-this-is-how-we-roll-to-be-released-october-8/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">This Is How We Roll</a>, a documentary about RMC created by Coaster Studios</li><li><a href="http://madbomberbrewing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Mad Bomber Brewing Company</a>, brewery located in Hayden, ID</li></ul>Make sure to visit <a href="https://manufacturinghappyhour.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://manufacturinghappyhour.com</a> for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.