Jared Ledford – Co-Host of The Steel Kings Podcast

Jared Ledford is the directing host of The Steel Kings Podcast, where he brings insight, authenticity, and industry expertise to conversations that shape the world of sheds, barns, and steel buildings. A proud co-owner of Dayton Barns & All Steel Buildings, Five Rivers Pole Barns, and Barns Direct, Jared has built a reputation for helping customers and dealers navigate the evolving building industry with confidence and clarity.

In addition to his role as an Operating Partner at Shed Hub, Jared is deeply committed to empowering independent dealers and manufacturers across the country with tools, platforms, and partnerships that drive growth.

Born in Dayton, Ohio, Jared now resides in Brookville, where he serves as a Brookville Park Board Member and sits on the Board of Directors for the Brookville Chamber of Commerce. A devoted father of three beautiful daughters — Dailee, Julie, and Sadie — Jared brings a grounded, family-first perspective to everything he does.

With a passion for community, entrepreneurship, and honest conversation, Jared uses The Steel Kings Podcast to shine a spotlight on the voices that are building the future of the industry — one structure at a time.

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Step inside the Steel Kings Podcast studio, located within Dayton Barns & All Steel Buildings in the heart of historic downtown Urbana, Ohio. Our office blends modern design with small-town charm—where brick walls, glass-front views, and creative energy meet Midwest craftsmanship. Surrounded by locally owned shops, cafés, and restored architecture, it’s more than just a recording space—it’s a hub for ideas, community, and conversations that build the future of the shed and steel building industry.

Our Studio

Step into the Steel Kings Podcast Studio, where professional-grade production meets the grit and grind of the building industry. Outfitted with broadcast-quality audio equipment, 4K cameras, and multi-screen digital workstations, this space is built for high-impact storytelling and flawless sound. Every episode is engineered with precision—capturing the voices, insights, and energy that define the leaders shaping the shed and steel building world. From interviews to live recordings, our studio reflects top-tier production right here inside Dayton Barns & All Steel Buildings.

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