The Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast

The Importance of Grit & Determination with Michael Valente - Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast S2E2

In this episode, John Frank sits down with Renovation Sells founder Michael Valente. Join us as we dive in with Michael Valente, the visionary behind Renovation Sells, as host John Frank uncovers Valente's incredible transition from the .com world to revolutionizing the construction and remodeling industry. Discover how Renovation Sells transforms homes with luxurious makeovers, prepping them for a grand sale without altering their core layout.
Success Story Unveiled: Learn about Valente's bold leap into franchising, growing from a single idea to an empire of 45 franchises, with an ambitious goal of hitting 100 by 2026. Hear firsthand the trials and triumphs during this explosive growth, especially through the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Entrepreneurship Unfiltered: This episode goes beyond the surface, delving deep into the heart of entrepreneurship. Valente opens up about the mental challenges, the critical importance of grit, and the everyday battles of a business owner.
Fun and Favorites: The episode wraps up with a lighter touch, exploring Valente's favorite music, holidays, and whimsical thoughts on alternative career paths.
A Must-Watch for Dreamers & Doers: Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, Valente's story is a goldmine of inspiration, real-world lessons, and relatable experiences. Tune in to this engaging episode for a mix of personal stories, professional wisdom, and a touch of fun!
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Letting Go of Good To Pursue Great - Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast S2E1

Flipping the script to kick off season 2: John Frank, President & CEO of Third Road Management and the host of The Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast is interviewed by series guest #1, Tyler Qualio, President of Sentinus, LLC.
In this episode of Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast, learn about John's roots and career journey that shaped both his drive and developed his skillset as a financial strategist leading him to create Third Road Management. Listen in as John recounts his time on Wall Street and trading in Wall Street for Lake Street, leading to the dream and ultimately the launch of Third Road Management and "The CFO Suite Revolutionized".
The episode wouldn't be complete without Tyler introducing some clever "just for fun" personal questions sure to gain a chuckle or two.

Doing What You Love for a Living - Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast S1E15

John Frank, CEO & President of Third Road Management sits down with Tim Swindle / CoFounder of PaddleSmash.
In this episode of Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast, Tim walks John through the early years of entrepreneurship, from the college days running a software start-up to developing party games as the market is just getting it's legs, to launching a new lifestyle game, PaddleSmash. Join us as we learn about ideation, to market testing, to bringing a consumer product to market and creating the life you've always wanted.
The episode wouldn't be complete without John's curiosity about his guests podcast preferences, best concert, and favorite travel destination.

What To Expect When Selling a Middle-Market Private Business - Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast S1E14

John Frank, CEO & President of Third Road Management sits down with Laura McNaughton / Managing Director of Kroll.
In this episode of Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast, John asks a question on the mind of numerous first-and-second generation business owners, "What will it look like if I choose to sell my business?" Listen in as Laura shares insights from her experience in the investment banking industry and common challenges owners face during the selling process.
The episode wouldn't be complete without John's curiosity about his guests podcast preferences, best concert, and favorite travel destination.

Pursuing What You Love To Do - Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast S1E13

John Frank, CEO & President of Third Road Management sits down with Andy Hayward / Tour Manager/Director Professional.
In this episode of Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast, John dives in with Andy on his journey through the music industry, from backyard concerts to filling stadiums around the globe. Lean in as Andy shares his experience in the entertainment industry over the last few decades and navigating the uncharted waters of a global pandemic in an industry built on bringing people together.
The episode would only be complete with John's curiosity about his guests podcast preferences, best concert, and favorite travel destination.

Culture, Values, and Becoming a Multiplying Leader - Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast S1E12

John Frank, CEO & President of Third Road Management sits down with Andrew Limouris / President & CEO of Medix. In this episode of Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast, Andrew shares his journey of creating a healthcare industry staffing company rooted in values which shape the culture of the organization. John and Andrew discuss the importance of "replacing yourself" as a multiplying leader, and lessons learned along the path. The episode wouldn't be complete without John's curiosity about his guests podcast preferences, best concert, and favorite travel destination.

Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition & Saying No To Good Ideas - Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast S1E11

John Frank, CEO & President of Third Road Management sits down with Todd Eichholz / Owner of A&A Paving.
In this episode of Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast, Todd shares about his passion for entrepreneurship from an early age, mentorship in commercial real estate, acquiring A&A Paving, developing a leadership team and growing it to 5+ multiple in a decade, and finding his true passion in guiding other business owners through challenging phases of business growth.

Succession Planning & Leaving a Lasting Legacy - Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast S1E10

John Frank, CEO & President of Third Road Management is joined by core leadership members from HOH Water Technology, Tom Hutchison / Chairman, Reid Hutchison / COO, and Andrew Meimink / CEO.
Lean in as these leaders share their story and provide the successes and challenges of running a multi-generational family business, developing a succession plan, and leaving a lasting impact locally and globally within the clean water industry.

Growth Via Franchising & Competing in a Fierce Environment - Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast S1E9

John Frank, CEO & President of Third Road Management is joined by fitness innovator and co-founder of SPENGA, Heather Ruff.
Listen in as Heather and John dive in with launching a new way of working out in a highly-competitive fitness industry, the pandemic, and building a business and brand from the ground up with franchising by design.

VC Funding and the Future of Officing - Drive By Entrepreneur Podcast S1E8

John Frank, CEO & President of Third Road Management is joined by tech industry veteran and founder of Enclave, a tech-enabled "third space" coworking network, Bobby Kellman.
Listen in as Bobby and John jump into "getting VC funding 101" basics, the pandemic, and the changing landscape of workspace culture and office real estate. To learn if Enclave is opening a coworking environment near you, visit their Website at enclavecoworking.com.