Right Here in Mass, Episode 118: Andrew Lafuente

Andrew Lafuente is the President and Founder of Lafuente Sign & Awning, the leading awning manufacturing company based in and around Greater Boston. Andrew was first introduced to the industry at the age of 12, where he indulged himself into every aspect of the industry when he opened up his own company - Lafuente Sign & Awning - in 2015. With a passion for innovation and over 20+ of industry experience, Andrew has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, custom-designed awning solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Under Andrew’s leadership, Lafuente Sign & Awning has become synonymous with craftsmanship, customer service and a commitment to enhancing outdoor spaces across New England and beyond. Andrew graduated from Bentley University in 2012 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Business Law and Finance.
During this episode, we discuss:
How Andrew knew he wanted to work in the industry as young as 12 years old
What it was like to leave the family business and go off on his own
How he has scaled the company throughout the past few years
His favorite projects he’s worked on
Andrew’s role within the company and whether or not he still installs
What’s next for his company in 2025
His advice for anyone looking to get into the industry
And more. Tune into this episode as we dive into all things awnings!