Big Hitters Podcast
The Big Hitters Podcast brings you in-depth conversations with top performers, industry leaders, and influential figures. Hosted by Virtual Assist founder, Andrew Hathaway, each episode uncovers success strategies, mindset shifts, and actionable insights to help entrepreneurs, business professionals, and high achievers level up. Tune in for expert advice, powerful stories, and key takeaways that drive real results. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform!
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Engineering Resilience: Sean McGraw on AI, Culture, and Scaling Home Services
08/18/2026
Engineering Resilience: Sean McGraw on AI, Culture, and Scaling Home Services
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Sean McGraw, owner of FOR Energy, a $20M+ home energy efficiency solutions company based in Arizona. Sean breaks down how his company uses energy audits to provide homeowners a roadmap to lower utility bills, better air quality, and maximum home comfort. He reflects on surviving massive industry shifts—including the collapse of major solar installation partners—and shares invaluable lessons on lead generation diversification, fast-paced recruiting, leveraging AI in home services, and building an irreplaceable company culture. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Ben Jordan of Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric. Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric provides 24/7, dependable plumbing, HVAC, and electrical solutions to homes and businesses across Salt Lake City, Utah. Website: https://actionplumbing.net/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjordanofficial/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/action-plumbing/ 🤝 Thank you to Dustin Grimes of Grimes Financial Partners. Grimes Financial Partners is a full-service financial planning firm that helps high-net-worth clients achieve their personal goals with custom-built solutions. Website: https://grimesfinancialadvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grimesfinancialgroup/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-g-57941669/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Bug Bucks & Beyond: Allan Draper on Pest Control, AI, and Building Wealth
08/18/2026
Bug Bucks & Beyond: Allan Draper on Pest Control, AI, and Building Wealth
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Allan Draper, a successful entrepreneur in the pest control industry. Allan shares his journey from a small farming community to becoming a prominent figure in pest control, discussing his motivations, the founding of Bug Bucks, and the importance of community in the industry. The conversation delves into marketing strategies, the challenges of retaining talent, and the future of AI in home services. Allan emphasizes the significance of aligning interests and helping others succeed in their entrepreneurial endeavors. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Ben Jordan of Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric. Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric provides 24/7, dependable plumbing, HVAC, and electrical solutions to homes and businesses across Salt Lake City, Utah. Website: https://actionplumbing.net/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjordanofficial/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/action-plumbing/ 🤝 Thank you to Dustin Grimes of Grimes Financial Partners. Grimes Financial Partners is a full-service financial planning firm that helps high-net-worth clients achieve their personal goals with custom-built solutions. Website: https://grimesfinancialadvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grimesfinancialgroup/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-g-57941669/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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The Growth Formula: Chuck Staszkiewicz on Scaling Trades and Building Talent
08/18/2026
The Growth Formula: Chuck Staszkiewicz on Scaling Trades and Building Talent
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Chuck Staszkiewicz, a seasoned consultant in the blue-collar space. Chuck shares his journey from starting a plumbing business with a $2,000 van to growing it into a $22 million company with 130 employees. He discusses the importance of focusing on sales, collecting, and delivering for businesses under a million dollars, and emphasizes the need for effective onboarding and employee retention strategies. Chuck also highlights current trends in the industry, including the rise of virtual assistants and the importance of adapting to new technologies. He provides insights into addressing the skilled labor shortage and the significance of building a supportive company culture. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Ben Jordan of Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric. Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric provides 24/7, dependable plumbing, HVAC, and electrical solutions to homes and businesses across Salt Lake City, Utah. Website: https://actionplumbing.net/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjordanofficial/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/action-plumbing/ 🤝 Thank you to Dustin Grimes of Grimes Financial Partners. Grimes Financial Partners is a full-service financial planning firm that helps high-net-worth clients achieve their personal goals with custom-built solutions. Website: https://grimesfinancialadvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grimesfinancialgroup/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-g-57941669/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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The $18M Blueprint: Brock McClelland on Roofing, Private Equity, and Faith
08/14/2026
The $18M Blueprint: Brock McClelland on Roofing, Private Equity, and Faith
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Brock McClelland, a former union boilermaker turned successful entrepreneur who launched McClellan's Roofing during the height of the 2020 pandemic. Brock shares his journey of bootstrapping the business from a single truck into a full-service general contracting company doing over $18 million in revenue. The conversation dives deep into effective marketing strategies, navigating private equity partnerships, scale-up challenges, and Brock's passion for calling men up to lead in their faith, family, and finances through his platform His Plan My Grind. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Ben Jordan of Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric. Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric provides 24/7, dependable plumbing, HVAC, and electrical solutions to homes and businesses across Salt Lake City, Utah. Website: https://actionplumbing.net/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjordanofficial/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/action-plumbing/ 🤝 Thank you to Dustin Grimes of Grimes Financial Partners. Grimes Financial Partners is a full-service financial planning firm that helps high-net-worth clients achieve their personal goals with custom-built solutions. Website: https://grimesfinancialadvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grimesfinancialgroup/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-g-57941669/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Cash Cows to Capital: Ben Gottfredson on Scaling Moving, Storage, and AI
08/14/2026
Cash Cows to Capital: Ben Gottfredson on Scaling Moving, Storage, and AI
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Ben Gottfredson, a serial entrepreneur and owner of a moving company who also runs a private equity firm focused on self-storage facilities. Ben shares his journey bootstrapping a moving business from a single borrowed trailer up to an eight-truck fleet driving millions in revenue, emphasizing why paying premium wages for top-tier labor is key to operational success. The conversation explores his transition into real estate investments and private equity, navigating market challenges and SECOND-tier growth markets, and how he leverages executive leadership and AI to scale his ventures while stepping into a visionary role. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Ben Jordan of Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric. Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric provides 24/7, dependable plumbing, HVAC, and electrical solutions to homes and businesses across Salt Lake City, Utah. Website: https://actionplumbing.net/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjordanofficial/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/action-plumbing/ 🤝 Thank you to Dustin Grimes of Grimes Financial Partners. Grimes Financial Partners is a full-service financial planning firm that helps high-net-worth clients achieve their personal goals with custom-built solutions. Website: https://grimesfinancialadvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grimesfinancialgroup/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-g-57941669/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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The Doorstep Advantage: Austin Maser on Pest Control, AI, and Life Balance
08/11/2026
The Doorstep Advantage: Austin Maser on Pest Control, AI, and Life Balance
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Austin Maser, a seasoned door-to-door sales expert specializing in pest control. Austin shares his journey from struggling to find a job to becoming a top performer in the pest control industry, earning accolades for his sales achievements. The conversation delves into the dynamics of door-to-door sales, the role of AI in the pest control industry, and the cultural influences that shape the sales landscape. Austin emphasizes the importance of family and personal values, advocating for a balanced life as a father and entrepreneur. He also discusses the resources available for aspiring salespeople, including his training programs and online courses. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Ben Jordan of Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric. Action Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric provides 24/7, dependable plumbing, HVAC, and electrical solutions to homes and businesses across Salt Lake City, Utah. Website: https://actionplumbing.net/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjordanofficial/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/action-plumbing/ 🤝 Thank you to Dustin Grimes of Grimes Financial Partners. Grimes Financial Partners is a full-service financial planning firm that helps high-net-worth clients achieve their personal goals with custom-built solutions. Website: https://grimesfinancialadvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grimesfinancialgroup/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-g-57941669/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Leading the Field: Mike Andes on Scaling Franchises, AI, and Home Service Growth
08/04/2026
Leading the Field: Mike Andes on Scaling Franchises, AI, and Home Service Growth
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Mike Andes who shares his journey from mowing grass at a young age to building a successful lawn care franchise with over 200 locations and $75 million in annual revenue. He discusses the importance of leadership in scaling businesses, the role of software and AI in the home service industry, and how he coaches business owners to develop their leadership skills. Mike emphasizes the need for recurring revenue models and building trust with customers, particularly in the pest control sector. He also highlights the potential of AI to transform various blue-collar trades by improving efficiency and decision-making. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Decoding the Hire: Jonathan Whistman on AI, Behavioral Science, and A-Player Strategy
08/04/2026
Decoding the Hire: Jonathan Whistman on AI, Behavioral Science, and A-Player Strategy
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Jonathan Whistman, tech innovator and founder of Who Hire, who uses AI and behavioral science to revolutionize staffing across industries. He unpacks how traditional staffing methods fall short, especially in high-demand trades like HVAC, plumbing, and roofing. Jonathan shares his innovative platform that's transforming recruitment by predicting human performance using advanced algorithms, deep psychographic analysis, and machine learning. Imagine knowing in advance who will thrive in your business - and who to screen out early. That’s the power of data-driven hiring in action. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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From Tools to Trends: George Donaldson on Scaling HVAC Empires with Private Equity
08/04/2026
From Tools to Trends: George Donaldson on Scaling HVAC Empires with Private Equity
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with George Donaldson, the president and CEO of the Fix It Group, a large home services company. George shares his journey from becoming an electrician to leading a successful business that has grown significantly through strategic acquisitions and a strong company culture. He discusses the role of private equity in his business growth, the importance of client trust, and how they leverage AI to improve efficiency. George also offers valuable insights for operators in the home services industry, emphasizing the need for a solid team and the potential for consolidation in the market. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Building the Auction Legacy: Andy Dunning on Leadership, AI, and Faith-Driven Growth
08/04/2026
Building the Auction Legacy: Andy Dunning on Leadership, AI, and Faith-Driven Growth
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Andy Dunning, a successful entrepreneur in the automotive auction industry. Andy shares his journey from being a college basketball player to becoming a world-renowned auctioneer and eventually owning multiple auto auctions. He discusses the challenges of scaling his business, the importance of personal development, and how he is integrating AI into his operations. The conversation also touches on the impact of faith in business and the significance of investing in others. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Scaling Through Innovation: Matt Benton on AI, Faith, and Home Service Marketing
08/04/2026
Scaling Through Innovation: Matt Benton on AI, Faith, and Home Service Marketing
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Matt Benton, who shares his extensive experience in the home services industry. Matt discusses the evolution of his marketing firm, the challenges faced by agencies today, and the significant impact of AI on marketing strategies. He also delves into his ventures in the peptide pharmacy space and emphasizes the importance of faith in his personal and professional life. The conversation highlights the opportunities presented by AI and the need for businesses to adapt to stay competitive. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Legacy Over Profit: David Addario on Family, Faith, and the Armored Legion
08/04/2026
Legacy Over Profit: David Addario on Family, Faith, and the Armored Legion
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with David Addario, who shares his journey from building a successful scrap metal business to prioritizing family and faith. After selling his business, David faced a life-changing moment when his son was diagnosed with juvenile dermatomyositis, leading him to establish the Cure JDM foundation. He discusses the challenges of fundraising for rare diseases and his new initiative, the Armored Legion, aimed at empowering men through faith and community. David emphasizes the importance of relationships and personal growth over financial success. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Mastering Sales in Trades: Brian Burton on Gratitude, Communication, and Growth
08/04/2026
Mastering Sales in Trades: Brian Burton on Gratitude, Communication, and Growth
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Brian Burton, a prominent figure in the trades and founder of Blue Collar Closer. They discuss Brian's journey from running a successful podcast to creating an online training community that helps tradespeople enhance their sales and communication skills. The conversation emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, maximizing productivity, and building a culture of growth within teams. Brian shares insights on his GoPro selling system and the challenges of hiring and developing high performers in the trades. In this conversation, Brian discusses the transformative power of gratitude in client relationships, emphasizing how it can shift perceptions and improve interactions. He shares techniques for establishing agreement and credibility in sales, highlighting the importance of client comfort and trust. The discussion also touches on effective communication strategies to navigate client conversations, ensuring all decision-makers are involved and respected. Overall, the conversation provides valuable insights into enhancing customer satisfaction and building strong relationships in the plumbing industry. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Monetizing Your Message: Travis Chappell on Podcasting, Growth, and Business Strategies
08/04/2026
Monetizing Your Message: Travis Chappell on Podcasting, Growth, and Business Strategies
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Travis Chappell, a full-time podcaster known for his shows 'Travis Makes Friends' and 'Travis Makes Money.' They discuss the goals behind podcasting, the challenges of audience growth, strategies for landing high-profile guests, and the importance of building genuine connections with listeners. Travis shares insights from his experiences, including his interview with Shaquille O'Neal, and offers advice on attracting sponsors and monetizing podcasts effectively. In this conversation, Travis discusses the evolution of his podcasting journey, focusing on monetization strategies, the importance of host-read ads, and the influence of other successful podcasts. He shares insights on balancing work and family life, the power of networking through podcasting, and explores the lucrative pest control niche within home services. Additionally, Travis highlights innovative business opportunities in the drone industry and emphasizes the significance of growing a podcast for business success. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Surviving the Summit: Jason Nemes on AI, Resilience, and Roofing at Scale
08/04/2026
Surviving the Summit: Jason Nemes on AI, Resilience, and Roofing at Scale
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Jason Nemes, owner of Summit Solutions Roofing & Construction. Jason shares his journey from network marketing to the roofing and construction industry, discussing the importance of company culture, personal growth, and overcoming adversity. He reflects on a life-changing heart attack experience that reshaped his perspective on life and business. Jason emphasizes the significance of helping others succeed and his vision for the future of his company, including the integration of AI and technology. In this engaging conversation, Jason Nemes shares his journey of overcoming personal and professional challenges, emphasizing the power of positive affirmations and resilience. He discusses the importance of personal growth and the entrepreneurial spirit, drawing parallels between his experiences and biblical teachings. The conversation also delves into the significance of leveraging AI in business, exploring innovative strategies within the roofing industry, and discussing financial strategies for wealth creation. Jason's insights on networking and collaboration highlight the value of community in achieving success. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Revolutionizing Roofing: Kenny Robinson on Scaling a National Brand and Dealer Success
08/04/2026
Revolutionizing Roofing: Kenny Robinson on Scaling a National Brand and Dealer Success
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Kenny Robinson, CEO of Roof Shield, shares insights into his journey from being a police officer to leading a national brand in the roofing industry. He discusses the innovative product offered by Roof Shield, its application, and the significant cost savings it provides compared to traditional roof replacements. Kenny emphasizes the importance of building a supportive community among dealers and the challenges they face in the market. He also highlights the company's vision, culture, and the impact they aim to make in the industry. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Building Tribes: Tony Carter on Pest Control, AI, and Personal Growth in Business
08/04/2026
Building Tribes: Tony Carter on Pest Control, AI, and Personal Growth in Business
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Tony Carter, founder of True North Pest Control. Tony shares his journey from growing up in a family business to successfully running his own pest control company. He discusses the challenges of recruitment in the post-COVID era, the importance of building a strong company culture, and the impact of relocating to Florida. The conversation also touches on the use of technology and AI in the pest control industry, as well as Tony's passion for personal growth and mentorship for the next generation of entrepreneurs. In this conversation, Andrew Hathaway and Tony Carder explore the evolving landscape of careers in the age of AI, particularly in the medical field and entrepreneurship. They discuss the potential for wealth in the pest control industry, the importance of morning routines for productivity, and the transformative power of virtual assistants in business operations. The dialogue emphasizes personal growth, the significance of technology in modern business, and the value of shared experiences in fostering connections. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Turning Trash into Treasure: William Brinker on Renewable Energy, Resilience, and Growth
08/04/2026
Turning Trash into Treasure: William Brinker on Renewable Energy, Resilience, and Growth
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with William Brinker, a serial entrepreneur and founder of the Landfill Group. William shares insights into his various business ventures, particularly focusing on how his company transforms landfill gas into renewable energy. He discusses the challenges he has faced, including near bankruptcy experiences, and emphasizes the importance of resilience and adaptability in business. Additionally, William talks about his passion for the outdoors and his other venture, the Speckled Trout, which encompasses restaurant and outfitting services. The conversation highlights the entrepreneurial spirit, the significance of community impact, and the lessons learned from both successes and failures. In this conversation, William Brinker shares his transformative experiences with Rise Up Kings and the importance of brotherhood and discipline in personal growth. He discusses his morning routines that set the tone for his day, emphasizing the significance of being proactive in life. The dialogue also delves into financial strategies, the role of advisors in wealth management, and the integration of AI and virtual assistance in business operations. The conversation highlights the balance between personal development and professional success. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Marketing-Driven Growth: Will Hull on AI, Strategy, and Real Estate
08/04/2026
Marketing-Driven Growth: Will Hull on AI, Strategy, and Real Estate
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Will Hull, a successful real estate entrepreneur based in Indianapolis. Will shares his journey from medical device sales to becoming a real estate guru, discussing his strategies for wholesaling and buying rental properties. He emphasizes the importance of marketing in real estate and how he integrates AI into his business operations. Will also highlights the significance of mentorship and giving back to the community, reflecting on his personal growth and the challenges of entrepreneurship. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Scaling Business Success: Tom Howard on AI, Home Services, and Growth Strategies
08/04/2026
Scaling Business Success: Tom Howard on AI, Home Services, and Growth Strategies
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Tom Howard who shares his extensive experience in managing multiple businesses, discussing the various challenges faced at different stages of growth. He emphasizes the importance of time management, effective sales strategies, and the need for ethical practices in business. Tom also highlights the significance of learning from failures and integrating AI into operations to enhance efficiency and productivity. Through anecdotes and insights, he provides valuable lessons for entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of business ownership. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the transformative impact of AI on the home services industry, emphasizing the need for companies to adapt to new technologies to remain competitive. They explore the efficiency gains from AI, the misconceptions surrounding private equity, and the importance of evaluating management teams during acquisitions. The discussion also touches on future trends in the industry, including consolidation and the potential for AI to revolutionize service delivery. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Building for Impact: Chris Lee on Scaling Blue-Collar Businesses, AI, and Culture
07/07/2026
Building for Impact: Chris Lee on Scaling Blue-Collar Businesses, AI, and Culture
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Chris Lee, the CEO of Next Level Pros. Chris shares his extensive journey in the blue-collar business sector, discussing his experiences with entrepreneurship, the importance of networking, and the role of AI in the future of blue-collar work. He emphasizes the need for operational support in business growth and the significance of developing a strong company culture. Chris also outlines his future goals and aspirations, aiming for a significant exit while impacting lives positively. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Scaling Empires: Colby Davis on Acquisitions, AI, and Building Business Wealth
07/07/2026
Scaling Empires: Colby Davis on Acquisitions, AI, and Building Business Wealth
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Colby Davis, a serial entrepreneur and owner of Davis Painting and Indy Capital. Colby shares his journey from starting his first business at 20 to scaling multiple companies through strategic acquisitions. He discusses the importance of focusing on both top-line growth and bottom-line EBITDA, the challenges of acquiring emotionally attached businesses, and the innovative structures he uses to empower partners. Colby also highlights the role of AI in enhancing business efficiency and expresses his passion for helping others achieve financial success. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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From Bankruptcy to $100M: Aaron Gaynor on Trades, AI, and Business Growth
07/07/2026
From Bankruptcy to $100M: Aaron Gaynor on Trades, AI, and Business Growth
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Aaron Gaynor, the founder of Eco Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians, a successful home service business. Aaron shares his journey from bankruptcy to building a company that is projected to generate over $100 million in revenue. He discusses the importance of personal development, setting ambitious goals, and understanding the intricacies of running a business. The conversation also touches on the role of private equity in the industry, the challenges of recruiting and retaining skilled labor, and the future of trades in a rapidly changing economy. In this conversation, Aaron Gaynor discusses the evolving perception of trades, emphasizing the financial opportunities available in plumbing and other skilled professions. He highlights the increasing acceptance of AI in the trades, particularly in customer service and operational efficiency. The discussion also covers innovative marketing strategies, including the effectiveness of radius mailing and the importance of building a strong brand identity. Finally, Gaynor expresses optimism about the future of the trades industry, noting the potential for growth and technological advancement. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Scaling Business and Purpose: Preston Peterson on Entrepreneurship, Mergers, and Faith
07/07/2026
Scaling Business and Purpose: Preston Peterson on Entrepreneurship, Mergers, and Faith
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Preston Peterson who shares his entrepreneurial journey, detailing the inception and growth of his pest control company, Ardent, and the eventual exit to private equity. He discusses the challenges of navigating partnerships, the importance of finding purpose after success, and the lessons learned about handling wealth and success. The conversation also touches on the significance of vision boards, the power of collaboration in business, and the integration of faith and values in the marketplace. In this conversation, Preston Peterson shares insights on personal growth, the importance of leaving behind negative influences, and viewing business as a calling. He emphasizes the significance of self-help, the journey of becoming one's best self, and the value of connecting with others to help them succeed. The discussion also touches on innovative financial strategies and the mindset needed to explore new business opportunities. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Scaling for Growth: Seth Watson on Pest Control, AI, and Virtual Assistants
07/07/2026
Scaling for Growth: Seth Watson on Pest Control, AI, and Virtual Assistants
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Seth Watson who discuss the pest control industry and the integration of virtual assistants (VAs) and AI into business operations. Seth shares his journey from selling pest control door-to-door to running a successful pest control company and a VA staffing agency. They explore the challenges of lead generation, the importance of quality staffing, and how VAs can enhance operational efficiency. The discussion also touches on the cultural differences in hiring from different countries and the evolving roles of VAs in various industries. In this conversation, Seth Watson and Andrew Hathaway explore the evolving role of virtual assistants (VAs) in business, particularly in the context of AI integration and customer service. They discuss innovative business models, the importance of niche markets, and the dynamics of collaboration and competition within the VA space. The conversation also touches on personal insights, hobbies, and the significance of community building in business. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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The Human-AI Future: Jeff Hunter on Virtual Assistance, Hiring, and Scaling Business
07/07/2026
The Human-AI Future: Jeff Hunter on Virtual Assistance, Hiring, and Scaling Business
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Jeff Hunter who discusses his journey in the virtual assistant industry, the impact of AI on the field, and the importance of hiring the right talent. He shares insights on how he built his company, VA Staffer, and how he integrates AI tools to enhance the capabilities of virtual assistants. Jeff emphasizes the need for human oversight in AI operations and predicts a future where AI and human collaboration will be essential. He also touches on his plans to build data centers and the potential backlash against AI in the workforce. In this conversation, Andrew Hathaway and Jeff J Hunter discuss the evolving landscape of AI technology and its implications for the job market, business operations, and the importance of upskilling. They explore the potential of AI infrastructure, the value of AI employees compared to traditional VAs, and the necessity of building brand trust in an increasingly automated world. The discussion also highlights the importance of networking and collaboration for growth in the business sector. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Innovating the Roofing Industry: Brad Strawbridge on CRM, Technology, and Community Impact
07/07/2026
Innovating the Roofing Industry: Brad Strawbridge on CRM, Technology, and Community Impact
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Brad Strawbridge, co-owner of Capital City Roofing and creator of Builder Link, a revolutionary CRM tool for the roofing industry. Brad shares insights into his journey, the growth of his roofing company, and the innovative licensing model that aims to make Capital City Roofing a household name. He discusses the challenges faced in the roofing industry, the importance of community engagement, and the mission of his nonprofit, Feeding the Future, which addresses childhood hunger. The conversation also explores the potential of Builder Link to transform home services beyond roofing, emphasizing the need for tailored solutions for different trades. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Jonathan Keim of 360 Commercial Roofing. 360 Commercial Roofing is a growth partner network for the roofing industry that helps contractors and companies build trust, visibility, and engagement through collaborative resources and loyalty-building tools. Website: https://www.choiceroofcontractors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choiceroofpros/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/choice-roof-contractor-group/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Scaling the Trades: Keith Flores on HVAC Innovation, Networking, and Business Growth
07/01/2026
Scaling the Trades: Keith Flores on HVAC Innovation, Networking, and Business Growth
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Keith Flores who shares his journey in the HVAC industry, emphasizing the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people and the power of networking. He discusses his innovative technology aimed at improving home services and the challenges of scaling a business. Keith highlights the significance of overcoming fear and comfort zones to achieve growth and success in the industry. In this conversation, Keith discusses the intricacies of managing business growth in the trades, the challenges posed by private equity firms, and the transformative potential of AI in home services. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and adapting to new technologies to stay relevant in the industry. Keith shares insights on client management, the significance of company culture, and the need for blue-collar workers to embrace change and innovation. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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The Contractor's Path: Tom Reber on Identity, AI, and Building a Saleable Business
07/01/2026
The Contractor's Path: Tom Reber on Identity, AI, and Building a Saleable Business
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Tom Reber, a successful business coach and entrepreneur, who shares his journey from a tradesman to a business coach. Tom discusses the importance of identity in achieving business success, the challenges faced in the trades, and the significance of understanding profit margins and sales strategies. He emphasizes the need for contractors to embrace technology and AI to stay competitive in the evolving blue-collar landscape. Tom also reflects on the current trends and challenges in his own businesses, highlighting the importance of adapting to change and maintaining a strong focus on financial health. In this conversation, Tom Reber and Andrew Hathaway discuss the intersection of AI and business, emphasizing the importance of creating a business that enhances life rather than detracts from it. They explore the significance of community support, health, and energy in achieving business success, and the necessity of building a saleable business. The discussion also highlights the potential of small changes to yield significant financial impacts and the role of virtual assistants in the blue-collar space. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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Mastering the Trades: Patrick Somers on Business Growth, AI, and Personal Freedom
07/01/2026
Mastering the Trades: Patrick Somers on Business Growth, AI, and Personal Freedom
In this episode of the Big Hitters podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Patrick Somers who shares his journey from working in the trades to becoming the president of General Air Conditioning and Plumbing. He discusses the growth of his business, the challenges faced in the industry, and the integration of AI to enhance operations. Patrick also talks about his podcast, the Tradepreneur Show, aimed at inspiring others in the trades, and reflects on personal insights gained from a recent vision quest. Support our Sponsors: 🤝 Thank you to Michael J. Fox of Corberry Digital Marketing. Corberry Digital Marketing helps home service businesses dominate their local markets by providing high-quality leads, smart follow-up systems, and strategic positioning. Website: https://corberry.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corberrydigital/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/corberry-digital-marketing 🤝 Thank you to Paul Maskill of Blue Collar Business Advisors. Blue Collar Business Advisors helps home service business owners create consistent, positive cash flow through fractional CFO services. Website: https://thebluecollaradvisors.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_maskill/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmaskill/ 🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients. Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/ 🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans. Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/ 🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow. Website: https://10xnerds.com/ Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: N/A 🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money. Website: https://www.exitwise.com Follow on Instagram: N/A Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/ Stream on Other Platforms: 📺 🎙️ 🎧 Connect with Andrew: Follow on Follow on Follow on Connect on
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