Chris Kimmel, CEO of Mosquito Marshals, shares his background and journey into entrepreneurship. He discusses his experience as a professional poker player and how it has influenced his success as an entrepreneur. Chris explains the transition from his aviation career to starting Mosquito Marshals and eventually franchising the business. He highlights the unique aspects of Mosquito Marshals and how they differentiate themselves in the industry. Chris also discusses the importance of building a supportive team and the potential for growth in the mosquito abatement industry. He shares the role of a franchise owner and the financial performance of the business.

Chapters


00:00
Introduction and Background

01:14
Chris Kimmel's Background

03:08
Venturing into Entrepreneurship

04:29
Professional Poker and Entrepreneurship

06:25
Transition to Franchising

08:41
Differentiating Mosquito Marshals

17:43
Building a Supportive Team

22:00
Size and Growth of the Industry

23:53
Revenue Streams

25:18
Why Choose Mosquito Marshals

30:34
Role of a Franchise Owner

36:10
Cost of Becoming a Franchise Owner

38:31
Financial Performance and Margins

39:59
Conclusion

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