The Accidental Entrepreneur: How One Man Built a $50 Million Empire in His Backyard Josh Smith's rise from lineman to knife mogul is a testament to hard work and determination.
However, his success also reflects the changing landscape of American industry and the growing demand for authentic, locally made products. The knife industry has been decimated by decades of outsourcing to China.
As Smith notes, "Nobody really wants to pass something down that's got China stamped on it. " This desire for local craftsmanship speaks to a deep seated longing for connection and meaning in a hyper globalized world.