Join us for Episode 24 of How I Rent It with Scott Woodruff and Andy Mattrick from Tent Ox based in Pennsylvania! 

In this highly anticipated two-part episode, we sit down with Scott and Andy to hear the story behind Event Central, the successful rental company that ultimately inspired Tent OX. Learn how they grew from a local operation into a large-scale event rental business, the challenges they faced along the way, and the systems and problem-solving mindset that fueled their growth.

Next episode, in Part 2, we'll dive into the story behind Tent OX and how it became one of the tent rental industry's most talked-about innovations.

If you’re a new rental company or looking for ways to handle tough situations, this episode will give you some great advice you can use everyday!

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Join us for a special episode of How I Rent it! After an incredible 1st season featuring rental company owners from across the country, we put together a special “Best of Season 1” episode packed with some of the most valuable advice and biggest lessons we heard along the way.In this episode, you’ll hear real conversations about:

• Starting a tent or event rental business
• The best rental inventory to buy first
• Growing from a side hustle into a full-time company
• Landing larger events
• Mistakes rental owners learned from
• Scaling inventory, crews, and operations
• Tools and equipment rental pros can’t live without

And if there’s a guest or story you want to hear more from, be sure to check out the full episodes from Season 1 to dive deeper into each operator’s journey and advice.

Whether you’re a long-time listener or a newcomer, this episode is full to the brim with advice and stories to help you run your rental business smoother and more efficiently.

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This episode, we talk with Steve Gorney, owner of Paradise Event Rentals in Edgewater, Florida. After decades of jobs and career changes, in 2014 Steve bought a small beach wedding company he grew into a successful business hosting weddings across Florida’s coast. In 2020, he wanted to expand the business into a wide range of events and rentals–then the pandemic struck. Now, Paradise Event Rentals is booming with business.

This episode features Steve’s introduction into the event rental industry, the struggles of starting a business during the pandemic, and his key takeaways from owning and operating multiple businesses throughout the years!

Whether you're wondering how to start a rental business for the first time or want to hear success stories from event rental professionals, this episode will give you some valuable advice!

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Join us for Episode 21 of How I Rent It with Jesus Gomez, owner of Fiesta Solutions in Tampa Florida. In this episode, Jesus shares how his story started with his parents’ catering business in Colombia, and how that foundation carried over when their family moved to the U.S. What began as helping out in the family business eventually turned into something much bigger: growing into Fiesta Solutions, a full-scale event rental company.He talks through the challenges of building and expanding the rental business, the realities of working with family, and why he doesn’t regret any part of the journey. From diversifying their inventory to standing out in a competitive market, Jesus gives a real look at what it takes to grow something from the ground up.Whether you’re a new rental business looking for advice or an established business looking for a new perspective, this episode is perfect for you!

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Join us for Episode 20 of How I Rent It with Nick Thomas, Owner of Ashley’s Party Rentals in Oceanside, California. Nick had 10 years of experience running his catering business, Spinning Meats, as a side hustle before acquiring an existing rental company a year ago.

He came to own the business by happenstance, when his local rental company decided to sell, and Nick was in the right place at the right time. Now, he’s owned the rental company for over a year and he’s got tons of advice for people getting started! 

In this new episode, we cover the process of buying an established rental company, the advantages of combining catering and rentals, and how to modernize your operations to make the best decisions for you and your business. 

Whether you’re brand new to the rental industry or are transitioning your side hustle business into full-time event rentals, don’t miss these great tips from rental professionals!

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In Episode 19 of How I Rent It, we talk with Tommy Nantz, owner of T & A Tent and Party Rentals in Sandusky, Michigan. Tommy and his brother started their tent rental business with tents left over from their sister’s graduation party, and today they run a growing party rental and event rental company serving rural Michigan.Tommy shares how he got started in the tent and event rental industry, how he slowly expanded his rental inventory, and what it takes to run a profitable tent rental business while working a full-time job.In this episode you’ll learn:

• How to start a tent rental or party rental business
• How to grow your event rental company
• Challenges rental businesses face when scaling
• How to manage a rental side hustle while working full time

If you’re thinking about starting a rental business, adding tents to your party rental company, or expanding your event rental inventory, this episode is for you.🎧 Subscribe for more episodes every two weeks

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Join us for Episode 18 of How I Rent It with Kevin Wieging from UltraSound Special Events in Delphos, Ohio. He first started offering event services and entertainment in 1990, and over 30 years he’s expanded his company to include everything you need for a great event–including tents & inflatables!

In this episode, Tony and Kevin talk about his decades of experience in the event rental industry and how he expanded his rental business to meet demand. Kevin is a great resource for advice when it comes to building and growing your rental business.

As a member of the Inflatable Operators Association (IOA), Kevin provides insight on the educational resources and programs for those who want to learn more about the inflatables industry. Plus he gives his top reasons why rental professional might want to attend the IOA Expo - March 16th-19th in Lebanon, TN. Kevin has a wealth of knowledge he’s excited to share with you!

Whether you're new to the event rental industry or looking to expand your inventory, you’ll want to hear Kevin’s perspective on event rentals!

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Join us for Episode 17 of How I Rent It with Jared Nigro, owner of Evo Tents in Northbridge, Massachusetts.

Jared always knew he wanted to own a business. He just didn’t know what it would be. That changed the day he saw the price tag on the tent rental for his brother’s graduation party. He realized there was real opportunity in the tent and event rental industry and decided to go after it.

Starting with very little industry knowledge, Jared dove into research, found a mentor, and launched Evo Tents. What looked simple from the outside quickly proved to be much more complex. From navigating outdoor event challenges to learning the ins and outs of the rental business, Jared built his company step by step.

Today, he not only runs a successful tent rental company, but he also serves as President of the ARA of Massachusetts, staying active in the American Rental Association and prioritizing networking and training within the rental industry.

In this episode, we cover:

• How to start a tent rental business from scratch• Lessons learned growing an event rental company• The realities of working outdoor events• The value of mentorship in the rental industry• Why networking matters

If you’re thinking about starting a rental business, expanding your tent rental company, or getting more involved in the industry, this episode is packed with practical insight from someone who built it firsthand.

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Join us for Episode 16 of How I Rent It with Mike Hess, owner of Hess Tent Rental in Manheim, Pennsylvania, and the person who played a key role in bringing the Extractor Stake Puller to market.

Mike was raised on a farm, so he’s no stranger to hard work. The one thing he loves more: efficiency. The Stake Extractor was originally invented by John from Discount Tent Rentals as a solution to a common pain point crews face during tent tear-downs. It made stake removal faster, safer, and far more efficient. Mike recognized its potential and helped bring the product to market, allowing crews to spend less time fighting stakes and more time focused on the work that matters.

In this episode, we discuss Mike’s journey from employee to starting his own business, how he built Hess Tent Rental into an incredibly in-demand business, and the process Mike went through to make tent teardown loads more efficient. 

Whether you’re wanting to start your own business, or want advice from rental business experts, this episode is one you don’t want to miss! 

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Join us for Episode 15 of How I Rent It with Ramon Rodriguez, owner of Sunny Party Rentals in Englewood, Colorado. Ramon started his party rental company after another business almost ruined his daughter’s first birthday party. Ever since, Ramon and his wife have led their company with professionalism, reliability, and safety at the forefront of their business. With three years as being one of Englewood’s trusted party rental companies, Ramon shares advice about starting a rental company while working a full time job, as well as how to manage running a business with his spouse. 

Throughout the episode, Tony and Ramon discuss how he got started in the party rental industry, how he manages working full time as an engineer and doing parties during the nights and weekends, and what advice he would give to new business owners. 

If you’re interested in building a party rental business while keeping your full time job or wanting to grow your business, this episode is perfect for you!

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