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https://youtu.be/OPpPGAiKAgM Dean Donovan, MD and Co-Founder of DiamondStream Partners, shares his captivating journey from his early entrepreneurial days in Silicon Valley to leading global businesses and founding Mexico’s largest low-cost airline, Volaris. Donovan dives deep into his experience in starting his entrepreneurial journey, his passion for technological innovation in aviation, and the importance of mentorship […]

https://youtu.be/2NGchpy0Eio Mauro Comuzzi, founder of ‘The Paving Lady,’ shares his incredible journey from Venezuela to building a reputable paving business in the USA. Mauro talks about his experiences in the paving industry, the importance of clear expectations, and his thoughts on business growth and leadership. In this episode, Gary and Mauro discuss: Mauro’s Journey from

https://youtu.be/Wp_J1vrTAMY Abdol Moabery, aviation leader and founder of GA Telesis, covers his journey from modest beginnings to steering his company through major crises like the 2008 financial downturn and the COVID-19 pandemic, notably without layoffs. Moabery highlights the importance of a lean operational model, prioritizing financial wisdom and linking revenue growth with employee stability. In this

https://youtu.be/fntixdU1KW8 Parker Perrien is an exceptional entrepreneur with a compelling story of starting and growing a successful paving company, Diamond Solutions. From starting his business journey young to overcoming challenges, navigating personal trials, and achieving success. Parker shares insights into the evolution of his company. Parker also discusses the impact of technology on his business and

https://youtu.be/8dKKeSmY2yI Rita Case shares her journey in the automotive industry, from the establishment of the Rick Case Automotive Group to becoming the largest woman-owned dealership in the U.S. Rita details the origins of her family’s business, starting with her father’s dealership and how she learned the ins and outs of the industry from a young age.

https://youtu.be/yH_cRYaoAW0 Kevin Cassidy is a successful entrepreneur who transitioned from running a landscaping business in high school to founding and growing Cassidy Paving, a major paving company based near Boston. Kevin shares his early business ventures, the pivotal moment of switching to paving, navigating financial challenges, and the importance of core values such as safety, teamwork,

https://youtu.be/DBJUb0vO35M Andrew Thoman is a fourth-generation co-owner of a family-run paving company, Thomann Asphalt. Andrew shares the history of Thomann Asphalt, starting with his great-grandfather in 1925, and discusses the evolution of the business, its core values, and the importance of family dynamics in its success. He highlights the challenges of maintaining quality during growth, the

https://youtu.be/6-rJKqE6JJM Steve Tjornhom is the owner / CEO of TruSeal America LLC and M & M Construction and Asphalt. Steve and his brother Pete founded TruSeal America in 2000 and both play a very active role in the day-to-day operations of the company. Currently Steve is responsible for the direction and vision of TruSeal America while

https://youtu.be/a133xeweFpA Tom Monaghan is an American entrepreneur who founded Domino’s Pizza in 1960. He also owned the Detroit Tigers from 1983 to 1992. Monaghan also owns the Domino’s Farms Office Park in the Ann Arbor Charter Township, Michigan, which he first started building in 1984. In this episode, Gary and Tom discuss: From One Dot

https://youtu.be/4lZnynH-cBc As Founder of Pariveda, having served 20 years as its first CEO, Bruce Ballengee has contributed to its success through his insight and industry knowledge. Bruce is sought out by leaders in the professional services community for his deep technical expertise and business acumen. His passion for developing people is evident in Pariveda’s training