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  • Ben Morgan: Data-Driven Pest Control Marketing

    In this segment from ‘Off The Record,’ Paul Giannamore delves into Anthem’s innovative approach to pest control marketing with founder Ben Morgan. Ben reveals Anthem’s groundbreaking strategies:

  • Humility in Entrepreneurship: Andrew Richardson’s Biggest Business Lesson

    In this insightful clip from ‘Off The Record,’ Andrew Richardson, CEO of Saela Pest Control, opens up about one of his biggest business mistakes. He discusses the ambitious development of PestMate, a proprietary software for the pest control industry, and the difficult decision to abandon the project after investing up to $15 million. Andrew shares:

  • Navigating Growth in a Saturated Market: Brooks Freeman’s Pest Control Success Story

    “I had to unplug myself from looking at it as my company, my baby, and start thinking of it as an asset. It just looked like a good time to make a move.” -Brooks Freeman In this episode of Off the Record with Paul Giannamore, Paul sits down with Brooks Freeman, founder of Pest Solutions,…

  • From Door-to-Door Success to Digital Domination: Ben Morgan’s Journey in the Pest Control | Anthem

    In this episode of “Off the Record with Paul Giannamore,” Paul sits down with Ben Morgan, founder of Anthem, to explore his remarkable journey in the pest control industry. From his early days in door-to-door sales with Moxie Pest Control to leading Anthem through innovative digital marketing strategies, Ben shares insights into the challenges and…

  • Navigating Acquisitions and Growth in Pest Control: Insights from Gary Weisberg | Off The Record

    In this episode of “Off the Record with Paul Giannamore,” Paul sits down with Gary Weisberg, former owner of A1 Exterminators, to discuss the journey of building a successful family business in the pest control industry. From humble beginnings in the 1950s to a thriving enterprise with over 80 employees, Gary shares his experiences, challenges,…

  • The Story of Terminix Puerto Rico: A Conversation with Mark Kitchenman and Michael Holston

    In this episode of “Off the Record with Paul Giannamore,” Paul sits down with Mark Kitchenman, former owner of Terminix Puerto Rico, and Michael Holston of Rentokil to discuss the recent acquisition of Terminix Puerto Rico by Rentokil. They explore the history, challenges, and growth of the pest control industry in Puerto Rico, including the…

  • The Largest PestMaster Franchisee: Paul Alley’s Path to Success | Off the Record

    Join Paul Giannamore in beautiful San Juan for an insightful episode of “Off the Record” featuring Paul Alley, the largest franchisee of Pestmaster Services. In this episode, Paul Alley shares his 37-year journey in the pest control industry, starting from his early days in Miami to building a successful franchise in upstate New York. Discover…

  • Leveraging Tech for Business Growth in Fire Protection with Billy Marshall of Service Trade | NPFA

    In this special episode of “Off the Record with Paul Giannamore,” recorded live at the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) conference in Orlando, Paul sits down with Billy Marshall, founder of Service Trade. They delve into the crucial aspects of value creation in the fire protection and life safety industry. Discover Billy’s journey from his…

  • From Scrappy Startup to Industry Leader: Andrew Richardson’s Playbook for Scaling Saela to $100M

    In this captivating episode of “Off The Record,” Paul Giannamore sits down with Andrew Richardson, the innovative entrepreneur behind the $65 million in revenue, Saela Pest Control. Filmed at the POTOMAC spring of 2024 event in San Juan, Andrew shares his journey from humble beginnings to leading a successful pest control company known for its…

  • From Gym Teachers to Service Leaders: The Julio Twins’ Story | Last Bite Mosquito, Viking Pest

    In this episode of “Off the Record,” host Paul Giannamore sits down with twins Jeremy and Jason Julio to explore their journey from PE teachers to successful entrepreneurs in the mosquito and pest control industry. Discover how their close bond and shared experiences fueled their business growth and the lessons they learned along the way.…

  • Tommy Mello on Leveraging Software and AI for Service Business Growth and Dominance | OTR Moments

    In this insightful moment from “Off the Record with Paul Giannamore,” Tommy Mello discusses the pivotal role of technology and software in scaling his business. From his early days posting ads on Craigslist to adopting advanced CRM systems like Service Titan, Tommy shares how embracing technology has driven efficiency and growth at A1 Garage Doors.…

  • Tommy Mello on the Power of Reading and Mindset for Success | Off the Record Moments

    In this compelling moment from “Off the Record with Paul Giannamore,” Tommy Mello shares how reading and mindset transformed his life and business. Tommy revealed the pivotal moment in 2008 when a CPA introduced him to transformative books like “The E Myth Revisited” and “The Ultimate Sales Machine,” sparking his passion for self-improvement and leadership.…