Ryan Kiscaden
Next Gen All Star: Donald Hoskins
Age: 33
Company: Maximum Plumbing
Title: CEO
How long have you been in the PHCP-PVF industry?
DH: 10 years
What drew you into the industry?
DH: I’m a third generation plumber — the need for a career and ability to make great money attracted me to plumbing. Later, I found its helping people in a time of need that is the greatest part of plumbing.
What is the most rewarding aspect of working in the industry?
DH: Helping people in need as well as seeing the results of your hard work.
What motivates you every day?
DH: My biggest motivation is not reverting to poverty. I grew up in a very poor family, sure my grandpa and dad were plumbers, but my dad was not around during my childhood. So, my mother struggled to raise a family.
What is one thing you wish more people knew/understood about the PHCP-PVF industry?
DH: It may be “blue collar” but most people in this industry are very smart and highly motivated. We deserve respect and high pay for our knowledge.
What has been the proudest moment in your career so far?
DH: Starting Maximum Plumbing. I am able to employ others and help my community in multiple ways.
What is one thing most people don’t know about you?
DH: I am highly motivated and have an Associate’s degree in Business Administration.
Why he was chosen as a Next Gen All Star Top 20 Under 40 winner:
“Donald Hoskins started Maximum Plumbing after seeing how some companies treated their clients and employees. He created a family culture focused on personal development so people could grow not just in their craft but also in their personal life. Maximum Plumbing employs seven individuals currently and has experienced over 200% growth since starting in 2020. This has been done by instilling four core values: Honesty, Integrity, Quality, and Compassion, as well as holding true to the mission statement of ‘Our goal is to honestly and professionally educate our customers so they can make a decision best for their needs.’
“Donald created a better option for plumbers to grow and for clients in the Cincinnati market. At only 32, he also teaches young people new to the trade at the Enzweiler Institute in Covington, Kentucky, so that more young people can begin their journey into plumbing. Coming from a poor background, Donald has used Maximum Plumbing to donate thousands of dollars to Go Pantry, a nonprofit that feeds hungry kids outside of school hours and plans to donate thousands more to animal shelters and Tunnels 2 Towers. He has given back to his community and other plumbers and is therefore deserving of this opportunity.” — Kathi Grey, Maximum Plumbing
