Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine

Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine

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Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine episodes

  • #106 Building An Empire On Wheels W/ Rita Case, CEO and President, Rick Case Automotive Group

    Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/


    Rita Case (https://rickcase.com/) 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. Rita also highlights the significance of corporate culture, and education in business, and provides empowering advice for female entrepreneurs.


    In this episode, Gary and Rita discuss:

    1. Importance of Brand Pioneering

    2. Customer Loyalty

    3. Overcoming Challenges in a Male-Dominated Field

    4. Importance of Culture


    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickcasegroup/

    Website: https://rickcase.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RickCaseAutoGroup

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/rickcasegroup?lang=en

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickcaseauto/


    Rita's Book:

    https://www.amazon.com/Our-Customers-Friends-Business-Community-ebook/dp/B007JN4IUY


    Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on:

    Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

    1 hr 4 min
  • #105 Pavers Series: Turning Asphalt into Gold w/ Kevin Cassidy, President, Cassidy Paving and Corp.

    Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/

    Kevin Cassidy (https://cassidypaving.com/ ), 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, results, and reliability in business growth. He also discusses the power of mentorship, setting financial goals, and the future aspirations for his company.
    In this episode, Gary and Kevin discuss:
    1. Maximizing Production Efficiency and ROI
    2. Principles of Prompt Delivery and Execution
    3. Earning Trust Through Accountability
    4. Key Lessons for Entrepreneurs

    LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-cassidy-7b83299b/

    Website: https://cassidypaving.com/

    Facebook:

    https://www.facebook.com/CassidyPaving/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevin_cassidy_84/

    Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on:
    Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

    58 min
  • #104 Pavers Series: Building Roads Through Generations w/ Andrew Thomann, Owner, Thomann Asphalt

    Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠

    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, core values, and the importance of family dynamics in its success. He highlights the challenges of maintaining quality during growth, the role of technology and equipment strategy, and insights into preparing for future generations to take over the business. The conversation encapsulates the passion, work ethic, and dedication that have driven the company's longevity in the paving industry.
    In this episode, Gary and Steve discuss:
    1. The Work Ethic Legacy
    2. Investing in Excellence
    3. Nurturing a Company for Generations
    4. Aligning Core Values in Business Decisions
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-thomann-b7b84067/
    Website: ⁠https://thomannasphalt.com/⁠
    Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on:
    Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

    1 hr 15 min
  • #103 Pavers Series: Creating Value Beyond the Sale w/ Steve Tjornhom, CEO and Co-Founder, TruSeal America LLC

    Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/

    Steve Tjornhom (https://trusealamerica.com/) 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 still involved with sales, marketing, and strategic initiatives. He has been married 39 years, is the father of 2 and has 6 grandchildren. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys hunting, fishing, his hunting dogs, and spending time outdoors with his family.

    In this episode, Gary and Steve discuss:

    1. Lessons on Long-Term Customer Loyalty in Lawn Care

    2. Building Customer Trust Through Clear Expectations

    3. Delivering Excellence: Lessons on Service and Performance

    4. Aligning Customer Success with Company Success

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-tjornhom-62549214/               https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-tjornhom-569285126/

    Website: https://trusealamerica.com/

    Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/TruSealAmerica1

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trusealamerica/

    Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: 

    Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO 

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo 


    1 hr 26 min
  • #102 The Domino’s Effect w/ Tom Monaghan, Founder, Domino’s Pizza

    Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/

    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:

    1. From One Dot to 21,000: The Domino's Pizza Success Story

    2. Lessons in Resilience from a Business Founder

    3. Innovations in Multi-unit Pizza Delivery

    4. Transforming Pizza Delivery into a Success Story

    Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Monaghan

    Article: https://limitlessmotivation1.wordpress.com/2020/05/23/biography-of-thomas-monaghan-founder-of-dominos-pizza/

    Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: 

    Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO 

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo 

    1 hr 19 min
  • #101 Building Careers in Business Consulting w/ Bruce Ballengee, Founder, Pariveda Solutions

    Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/

    As Founder of Pariveda, having served 20 years as its first CEO, Bruce Ballengee (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceballengee/) 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 curriculum, proprietary cohort scale, review, and recruiting processes. Pariveda differentiates itself by developing technical and business leaders who help our customers achieve successful outcomes for their most complex, ambiguous problems. 

    In this episode, Gary and Bruce discuss:

    1. Falling in Love with the Problem

    2. Tapping into the 70% of Unmet Business Challenges 

    3. Nurturing Early Career Potential in Business

    4. Harnessing Ownership for Enduring Impact

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceballengee/

    Website: https://parivedasolutions.com/

    Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/bruce.ballengee/

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pariveda_Inc/status/1009460476848365570

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Pariveda

    Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: 

    Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO 
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

    1 hr 10 min
  • #100 A Swig of Business Success w/ Nicole Tanner, Founder, Swig

    Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/

    Nicole Tanner (https://swigdrinks.com/) is the Founder of Swig, which sells customized drinks, cookies, and treats. She started Swig in 2010 due to her love of Diet Coke and because she noticed a lack of connectedness in other drive-thru concepts. She is a mom of five children and a grandma to four grandbabies who enjoys hiking outdoors and spending time with her family.

    In this episode, Gary and Nicole discuss:

    1. Building a Business Around Unment Consumer Needs

    2. The Entrepreneurial Vision That Transformed The Beverage Industry

    3. Nurturing A Young Management Team For Success

    4. Growing Your Business Through Genuine Connections

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-tanner-813179169 

    Website: https://swigdrinks.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swigdrinks

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swignsweets/

    Article: https://kjzz.com/news/local/person-2-person-nicole-tanner

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swigdrinks?_t=8coUrxPnM7u&_r=1

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swigdrinks/shorts

    Articles:

    https://www.utahbusiness.com/how-nicole-tanner-founded-one-of-the-biggest-utah-soda-shops/

    https://www.inc.com/magazine/201805/kimberly-weisul/nicole-tanner-swig.html

    Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: 

    Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO 
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

    1 hr 17 min
  • #99 The Data Behind Business Success w/ Michael Katz, CEO & Co-Founder, mParticle Inc

    Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/

    Michael Katz (http://www.mparticle.com/) is the Co-founder and CEO of mParticle, the leading customer data platform helping the world's best brands unify data across all consumer touch points to optimize marketing outcomes and CX. 

    In this episode, Gary and Michael discuss:

    1. The Power of Operationalizing Data Insights

    2. The Entrepreneurial Journey of Taking The Leap

    3. Challenges and Realities for Public Companies

    4. Scaling Success in Niche Markets

    5. The Importance of Refreshing Your Value System

    6. Redefining Competition in Team Environments

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelskatz 

    Website: http://www.mparticle.com/ 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.katz.965

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/mkatz0630 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkatz/?hl=en#

    Article: https://www.businessinsider.com/michael-katz-is-building-a-startup-with-money-from-nas-2014-12

    Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: 

    Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO 

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo 

    58 min
  • #98 Pavers Series: Building Pavements with Second Chances w/ Keith L. Callaway Sr., President & CEO, K&L Industries

    Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/

    Keith Callaway Sr. (https://www.kandlindustries.com/) is the President and Founder of K&L Industries, a premier paving company based in the Portland Metro Area and a second-chance employer. Over the past 30 years, Keith has scaled his small mom-and-pop business to a company with his dedicated team of professional pavers to deliver high-quality solutions ranging from driveway paving to parking lot maintenance.

    In this episode, Gary and Keith discuss:

    1. Crafting a Career with Family at the Core

    2. The Crucial Role of Partnerships in Business and Life

    3. The Power of Selling Value Over Price

    4. Lessons in Delegation for Business Leaders

    5. Building A Business That Thrives Without You

    6. The Power of Enterprise Value in Business Growth

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-l-callaway-10305519b/

    Website: https://www.kandlindustries.com/

    Podcast: https://www.keithlcallaway.com/podcasts/greatness-from-small-beginnings

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithl.callaway/ 

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi5L4mbozRKnnZ8eNPJDXkw

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keithlcallaway

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithlcallaway/?hl=es

    Article: https://www.equipmentworld.com/contractor-of-the-year/article/15637154/oregon-paving-contractor-succeeds-as-secondchance-employer

    Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: 

    Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO 

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

    1 hr 15 min
  • #97 The Journey to Creating An Industry w/ Glen Meakem, Founder & CEO, Forever, Inc.

    Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/

    Glen Meakem (https://www.forever.com/) is a career entrepreneur and business leader whose objective is to create tremendous value for investors, customers, and employees by building businesses that make the world a better place. Since the beginning of 2013, he has been devoted full-time to building his latest company, Forever, which is the world's first permanent shareable storage service on the Internet.

    In this episode, Gary and Glen discuss:

    1. How Innovation Transformed an 'Unglamorous' Role

    2. 6-Figure Opportunities in Trades and Technology

    3. Accountability and Humility: The Traits of Exceptional Leaders

    4. Finding Success without Sacrificing Happiness in Your Career

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glen-meakem-6890563/

    Website: https://www.forever.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FOREVER/

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/forever

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfBFL_W3FYW7W0wAr4EEGnA

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forever_inc/

    Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/FOREVER/

    Article: https://thetechtribune.com/glen-meakem-of-forever/

    Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: 

    Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast 

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO 
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

    1 hr 34 min

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