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From Teacher to Tycoon: The Inspiring Journey of a Middle School Educator turned Real Estate Investor and Entrepreneur


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Welcome to this episode of the Build Unique podcast. In this episode, we are excited to introduce you to Derek Heley, a former teacher and wrestling coach turned entrepreneur.

Derek is the owner of GroGreen, a Weed Control & Lawn Fertilization company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. After spending several years as a middle school teacher and wrestling coach, Derek decided to pursue his passion for lawn care and acquired GroGreen.

In this podcast, Derek shares his journey from being a teacher to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He talks about the challenges he faced in the early stages of his business and how he overcame them. Derek also discusses the importance of building a strong team and culture within his company, which has been a key factor in GroGreen's success.


Derek is passionate about providing high-quality lawn care services to his clients and has enhanced GroGreen's strong reputation in the Chattanooga area. He talks about his commitment to using environmentally friendly products and the importance of educating his clients on the benefits of sustainable lawn care practices.


Join us in this episode as we learn from Derek's inspiring story and gain valuable insights into what it takes to run a successful business. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply interested in the lawn care industry, this podcast is for you.

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Build UniqueBy Mike Hicks