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Mary Geiger is the Owner and President of All About the Pipes Plumbing, an award-winning plumbing contractor in Charlotte, NC. After working as an accountant for her ex-husband’s HVAC business, she founded All About the Pipes in 2017. Mary also volunteers for various charitable organizations for those less fortunate.In today’s episode, Ryan and Mary talk about leadership structures and adapting to business stress and chaos.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Ryan Matthews is the Owner of MyGuy Plumbing & Drain, a family-owned and operated residential plumbing company in Toms River, NJ. He has been providing high-quality plumbing and HVAC services to residential and commercial clients since 2018. With a master plumbing license and over 10 years of experience in the field, Ryan installs, designs, repairs, and maintains various plumbing and HVAC systems.In this week’s episode, Ryan Redding and Ryan Matthews talk about building a people-focused culture and team.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Junior Marte is the Owner of Hamptons Air, a leading provider of HVAC services in the Hamptons, New York. With over 20 years of industry experience, Junior and his team have built a reputation for delivering reliable and high-quality heating and cooling services to clients. He began working at his dad’s pizza shop before transitioning to the HVAC industry.In today’s episode, Ryan and Junior discuss the ins and outs of leadership and partnerships.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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John Wilson is the President of Wilson Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, and Electric, the second-largest home services provider in Northeast Ohio. He has grown the company to $26 million in revenue in eight years. John is also the host of the Owned & Operated podcast, which shares growth stories of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC companies.
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In today’s episode, Ryan and John talk about how to scale a home service business the right way.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Daniel Simon is the Founder and CEO of Coast, a fleet card and expense management platform. As a venture-backed entrepreneur and C-suite executive, he co-founded Bread, a data-driven tech payments company that was acquired by Alliance Data Systems. Daniel focuses on building effective products and high-performing teams.In today’s episode, Ryan and Daniel discuss fleet spending management for growing home service businesses.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Andrew Manning is the Owner of Backup Plumbing in La Grange, Kentucky. As a master plumber, he has spent the past six years scaling his business from the ground up.In this episode, Ryan and Andrew talk about Andrew’s best-kept secret to business growth.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Lance Ford is the Owner of Bizzy-B Plumbing, an award-winning residential plumbing service company. With over 18 years of experience in the plumbing industry, he served an apprenticeship for five years before becoming a CEO.In this week’s episode, Ryan and Lance discuss how Lance transitioned from a plumber to a CEO.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Curtis Duncan is the Owner and CEO of Quality Home HVAC, a family-owned company specializing in residential service and dual-fuel heat pump installations. Curtis and his wife Candace have propelled the company to over 60% year-over-year growth. Having transitioned from digital marketing and sales, he brings a unique perspective to the HVAC industry.In this episode, Ryan and Curtis discuss the inner workings of a family-owned and operated business, including communication and adapting to technology.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Obed Guzman is the Owner and CEO of Alma HVAC Inc., a premier provider of HVAC solutions for commercial buildings. As a first-generation immigrant from Mexico, Obed and his wife Alma moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, and founded Alma HVAC Inc. to give back to the community. As a senior HVAC technician, he has over 25 years of experience executing commercial, residential, and industrial installations.In today’s episode, Ryan and Obed talk about identifying and creating opportunities in the HVAC space.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Aaron Salow is the Founder and CEO of XOi Technologies, a digital field service tool for the trades industry. He founded the company to close the gap in skilled trades workers, fostering rapid growth for businesses. Inspired by his father’s career in the blue-collar industry, Aaron has worked as an entrepreneur and employee in manufacturing and construction.In this episode, Ryan and Aaron discuss how XOi helps technicians save time in the field.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Dave MacDonald is the Owner and Founder of Better Together Group, a group of staffing companies that provide specialized recruiting services for clients and personalized services for job-seekers. The companies include Revolution Staffing, Essential Staffing, and Help Unlimited, each serving specialized markets and demographics.In today’s episode, Ryan and Dave discuss workforce and economic trends, including hiring and firing and other internal culture dynamics.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Sandy Papavero is the Director of Sales and Marketing at CEO Warrior, a membership dedicated to teaching plumbers, electricians, contractors, and HVAC technicians to lead and scale their businesses. As a certified life coach, visionary entrepreneur, and hypnotherapist specializing in T.I.M.E techniques, Sandy works with professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs to help them expand value and realize their full potential. She is also a business coach for prominent figures like Tony Robbins and Chet Holmes.In today’s episode, Sandy talks with Ryan about the profound impact of mindset on business growth.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Matthew Query is the Owner and Lead Inspector at Freedom Home Services, a home inspection business based in South Carolina. With over 15 years of experience in residential construction, warranty, and internal quality inspections, he holds a South Carolina Residential Builder license, is a licensed home inspector in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Indiana, and holds a Certified Master Inspector designation. Matthew served in the Infantry for the Indiana National Guard for 6 years, where he earned the rank of Sergeant.In this episode, Ryan and Matthew talk about trends in the inspections and real estate spaces, including shifts in data usage.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Gus Puga is the Owner and CEO of Airstream Services, which offers electrical, heating, and AC repair in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. After moving to Tennessee from Southern California in 2005, Gus transitioned out of the automotive industry and founded Airstream Services to offer ethical service and build long-term client relationships.
In today’s episode, Ryan and Gus talk about Gus’ most reeling business challenges, and how he turns high-ticket turnovers into valuable opportunities.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Dalton Hadley and Zach Jones are the Owners of Air Support Heating and Cooling, an HVAC provider in Louisville, Kentucky. In just one year, they scaled the business from zero to $1.5 million. Now in their second year of business, the pair manages operations in multiple locations. Dalton has experience in HVAC management, installation, and service, while Zach has a background as a sales consultant in the financial services industry.In this episode, Ryan, Zach, and Dalton talk about Air Support Heating and Cooling’s explosive yet sustainable growth and the knowledge the duo gained throughout the journey.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Al Levi is the CEO and Consultant at The 7-Power Contractor, a business consulting and training firm that has helped hundreds of service and installation-based contracting businesses streamline their operations. He is also the author of The 7-Power Contractor, which includes seven principles for business success. After working more than 25 years as a contractor and leader for his family’s home service business, Al sold his share and began a consulting service catering to contractors.In today’s episode, Ryan and Al share strategies from Al’s book for sustaining profitability at scale.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Andy Wyatt is the Founder of WyattWorks Plumbing, a family-owned business providing fast, reliable, and same-day plumbing services. He began his journey in the trades 43 years ago, working alongside a master plumber. Andy is also the original software architect of PricebookPro.In today’s episode, Ryan and Andy talk about how Andy grew his business to $10 million and the role of faith in his journey.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Paul Carmody is the President of Successware, an industry-leading business management software provider for home service companies. With more than 20 years of experience as a senior executive, he has worked in the SaaS, internet infrastructure, supply chain, and manufacturing industries. Before Successware, Paul served as the COO of Nicus Software in the IT and financial management industry.In this episode, Ryan and Paul delve into the importance of having strong operations and solid goals.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Josh Moryl is the Owner of JM Mechanical, which provides top-notch furnace and air conditioning repairs, as well as plumbing and electrical services. With over 15 years of experience in the HVAC industry, he became a master at the craft while working as a technician before founding JM Mechanical to provide honest, customer-centric, and reliable service.In the latest episode, Ryan and Josh discuss how Josh grew his business from a startup to a multimillion-dollar operation and the role of middle management and failure in his success.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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Matt Stone is the President of Stone Heating and Air, which specializes in residential and commercial AC and heating repair and maintenance. With over 30 years of experience in construction, he is also the Owner and President of Pressure Point Roofing, LLC. Matt founded Stone Heating and Air to provide superior service and enhanced maintenance.In today’s episode, Ryan and Matt talk about Matt’s leadership ideas and how he influences others with his determined mentality.
Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, more profitable, more sustainable & kick-ass home service business. Join Levergy® CEO Ryan Redding each week who will be joined by industry experts who will break down their success stories and give their best-kept secrets for industry domination. You do not want to miss it! Learn more at https://www.bluecollar.ceo/, or https://www.levergy.io.
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