What do you get when you mix grit, salesmanship, and servant leadership? A business that goes from zero to $1M in just four months.

In this episode of Dealmaker$, we sit down with John-Mark Bolton, co-founder of ClearDefense Pest Control, to unpack the story behind one of the fastest-growing service businesses in the country.

From a career-ending soccer injury to launching a startup right after college, John-Mark turned adversity into advantage—and has built a multi-state brand with over 20 thriving markets. We dive into the strategies, systems, and signature deals that have made ClearDefense a dominant force in the pest control world.

In this conversation, you'll learn:

• How John-Mark built a 7-figure business from scratch
• Why his door-to-door sales machine is a masterclass in growth
• What it means to lead with people-first culture in a service business
• How eco-conscious innovation is reshaping pest control
• The pivotal partnerships and defining moments that helped scale ClearDefense
• Lessons on leadership, resilience, and what it really means to be a dealmaker

Whether you're in the trenches building a business, scaling a service company, or just love hearing how great founders think—this one delivers.

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