Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PMContact Us HOME OUTDOOR SHADE PRODUCTS LOCATE A DEALER CONTACT DEALER LOGIN PODCAST Home » Blog » Why Company Culture is So Important BEHIND THE SCREENS PODCAST Why Company Culture is So Important by mcampbell|Published November 2, 2021 Video Player 00:00 31:23 Just because you don’t have an experience in an industry, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t go into it. Imagine starting a new job and immediately having some major life events happen. However, instead of feeling alone, the new company does what they can to help you get back on your feet. It’s not just some too good to be true story, but it’s the story of Derek Costa at Universal Screens. Derek talks about why when he came to work for Universal Screens, he was immediately overcome by the kindness of everyone he was working with. He also talks about why work ethic is so important to him, and why he’s always up for giving 110%, no matter what he is doing. They also discuss his twitch stream, and why he’s so passionate about doing so much more than just streaming but helping others find their own way. Sites mentioned: Whiskers for Wounded Warriors: whiskersforwoundedwarriors.org 903 Brewers: 903brewers.com For additional information on Universal Screens products please contact us today! Full Episode Breakdown 1:34 - Getting the opportunity to meet Derek and learn more about his journey to Universal Screens. 4:40 - Derek explains that why, no matter what he is doing, putting 100% into his work is so important to him. 7:10 - Derek talks about how fatherhood has changed him. 10:46 - The official taste test of this episode’s beer! 11:52 - Derek talks about his other passion, which is gaming and streaming, and why it’s been important to him. 14:38 - Derek talks about why creating opportunities to help the community has been so much fun. 17:06 - The guys give some more insights and details of working at Universal Screens. 21:00 - The guys discuss why it’s so important for the entire company to feel like a family at Universal Screens, and how it all began with Glenn. 24:20 - More discussions about Derek’s incredible work ethic, and why it’s so important for him to share with others. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE Published October 5, 2021 Welcome to Behind the Screens For additional information on Universal Screens products please contact us today! The outdoor retractable screen industry is booming now, but just like […] Published October 5, 2021 Building Her Own Outdoor Living Empire With Teresa Williams For additional information on Universal Screens products please contact us today! In this episode of Behind the Screens, we’re meeting KJ Custom […] CONTACT US Universal Screens 1808 10th Street, Suite 100 Plano, TX 75074 Contact Us Post navigation Previous post RELATIONSHIPS THAT BUILT UNIVERSAL SCREENS BACK TO POST LIST Next post THE IMPORTANCE OF LEGACY We are an outdoor shade manufacturer based in Plano, TX that strives daily to do business the right way, provide the customer with a product that exceeds their expectations, and back up that product with superior customer service and support. We work daily to uphold the vision and values of our founder, Glenn Messner, who passed away in November 2015. Visit Our Showroom Subscribe To Our Podcast Contact Us Universal Screens 1808 10th Street, Suite 100 Plano, TX 75074 Toll Free: (888) 583-3361 Local: (972) 696-0181 Email Us Latest News Secrets to a Successful Family Run Business The Importance of Legacy Why Company Culture is So Important Relationships That Built Universal Screens Building Her Own Outdoor Living Empire With Teresa Williams Universal Screens Video Player 00:00 04:42 California Motorized Retractable Screens - San Diego, Long Beach, Palm Springs, Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach, Los Angeles Arizona Motorized Retractable Screens - Tucson, Phoenix, Mesa © 2021 Universal Screens LLC – All rights reserved. Motorized Screen photos by Texas Shade