What does it take to build a remodeling business known for quality and reliability—while navigating cross-continental challenges and building a life in a new country? In this episode of The Contractor Grow Show, Mark sits down with Ivan Radosavljevic, founder of RIM Express in Sarasota, Florida. Ivan shares his honest journey from arriving in the US with no experience to mastering tile work, growing (and then wisely downsizing) his team, and focusing on delivering outstanding results for his clients. His story is practical, inspiring, and packed with lessons for anyone looking to build a business that stands apart.

In this episode:

•Ivan’s path from Serbia to the US and his early days in construction, starting with tile installation

•How RIM Express grew from a small operation to a respected name in remodeling, and why Ivan chose to downsize for quality and peace of mind

•The shift from managing a large team to working with trusted subcontractors—and the difference it made for his business

•Why “quality over price” is the guiding principle for RIM Express, and how it sets them apart from the competition

•Insights into project planning, meeting deadlines, and keeping clients happy—even when things don’t go as planned

•The importance of community involvement, from donating work to helping after hurricanes

•Real talk on overcoming setbacks, staying resilient, and learning from every challenge

•How to connect with Ivan and the RIM Express team for remodeling projects or to join their network of trusted contractors

Don’t miss this episode if you want to learn what it really takes to build a business that thrives on trust, quality, and community—straight from someone who’s lived it