The guest on this episode of The Orlando Podcast is Erica Muller, CEO and Founder of Vrolio. 

Ericica is a highly dedicated individual who has devoted her career to revolutionizing the short-term rental industry and merging it with real estate. Starting as a licensed agent at the young age of 18 in 2002, she quickly established herself by working with investment properties and catering to high net worth clients. In 2007, she shifted her focus to the emerging short-term rental market, selling over $100 million in properties and developing innovative financial models for the industry. Erica's expertise extends beyond real estate, as she is also a data scientist and co-architect of proprietary models powering Vrolio's technology. In 2018, she founded Vrolio, where she continues to lead the company's mission to transform the short-term rental sector through innovation and technology. Erica's dedication, expertise, and pioneering contributions make her a driving force behind the industry's evolution.

Vrolio is an esteemed enterprise established with the core objective of facilitating effortless short-term rental investing. The company plays a pivotal role in empowering lenders, realtors, brokers, and investors by leveraging meticulous data analysis to inform intelligent investment decisions. With an extensive reach spanning the United States, Vrolio has successfully catered to over 18,000 short-term rental investors and agents. Notably, since its inception in 2007, the company's sophisticated data models have been instrumental in facilitating the sale of numerous short-term rental properties nationwide, even before the launch of Airbnb.

Learn more about Vrolio here: 

https://www.vrolio.com/

Reach Erica Muller here: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericamuller

The guest on this episode of The Orlando Podcast is Christine Moody of Business Network International. She is the Market Development Manager. Her job is to spread brand awareness and to help business owners grow through networking and referrals. 

Business Network International (BNI) is a global networking organization that aims to help business professionals build and expand their referral networks. BNI provides a platform for members to connect and collaborate with each other, generating business referrals and fostering professional relationships.

BNI operates through local chapters, where members from various professions and industries meet regularly to exchange business referrals, share industry insights, and develop trusted relationships. The organization follows a structured system that emphasizes building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships among its members.

Reach Chrisine Moody here: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-moody-b12491274/

Tune in with us on this episode entitled “Cake Business on the Go with Megan Slaton”

Megan Slaton is a passionate baker. She’s known for her elegant designs and delicious recipes that people just keep coming back for. 

At the age of sixteen, she purchased her first cake decorating set with the intention of entering a county fair for her high school culinary course. This event sparked her love for baking. 

In the years that followed, she diligently nurtured her passion, both through personal exploration and professional development. Immersed in the world of confectionery arts, she dedicated herself to honing her skills as a cake decorator, seizing opportunities to work at local bakeries. With each passing day, her affection for the art of cake decoration grew stronger.

Today, she proudly stands at the helm of her own bakery, which accompanies her as she traverses the nation in support of her husband's career in the United States Marine Corps. The genesis of her business can be traced back to March 2018, during their tenure at Camp Lejeune, N.C. It was there that the seeds of an idea were sown, only to bear fruit later that year on the enchanting island of O'ahu. By September 2022, Sugar, Spice, and All Things Iced had firmly established its roots in Central Florida, specifically in the vibrant city of Apopka.

With genuine appreciation and deep gratitude, she extends a warm welcome to all those who grace her bakery's threshold. The opportunity to share her creations and be part of her customers' special moments fills her heart with honor and joy.

How to reach Megan: 
Website: https://www.sugarspiceandallthingsiced.com/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/all.things.iced.791?_rdc=1&_rdr

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/sugar_and_spice_791/

Featured in this episode is Holly Fury, founder and owner of 2 Lil Sunshines. 

2 Lil Sunshines is a home-based business that makes home-sewn items for everyday use. Their products include aprons, vendor aprons, placemats, and much more! In creating her brand, Holly aims to use her passion for sewing to make quality pieces that showcase the user’s individuality.

0:19 Why Holly started making clothes 

1:38 Why Holly chooses business over being a surgeon 

2:34 How she started sewing

4:06 Where Holly is from

4:58 From hobby to business

6:18 Her first product! 

6:58 more about Holly's products

8:43 Problems when starting out a business 

9:46 Her Business Goals

11:18 Her next products! 

12:30 How she gets the word out there

13:12 Her week as a mom entrepreneur

14:00 How she'll accelerate her business' growth

15:35 Where to find Holly 

17:46 Holly's advice to aspiring entrepreneur

Learn more about Holly Fury and 2 Lil Sunshines here: https://linktr.ee/2lilsunshines

On this episode of The Orlando Podcast, Host Tyler Gibson has a chat with the Founder and CEO of Independence Title Inc. , Kevin Tacher.

With years of experience in the real estate industry, Kevin is the Founder and CEO of Independence Title Inc. He's also a bestselling author and a highly respected national speaker in the field.

Beyond his impressive professional achievements, Kevin is also a community leader and philanthropist. He and his team have partnered with several government agencies to combat real estate fraud in Florida, and he's actively involved in supporting non-profit organizations that help those in need.

00:18 - 01:28 Why Kevin does what he does 11

02:07 - 04:28 Kevin Tacher’s Real Estate Journey

05:57 - 07:24 The power of networking 

07:25 - 09:18 Kevin’s success story 

09:22 - 10:17 Adding value to people’s lives 

10:19 - :45 how helping others can make a big impact 

11:50 -  14:11 Building a board of directors 

14:24 - 16:06 Building relationships with your team 

16:10 - 17:03 How to challenge your limiting beliefs 

17:19 - 19:25 Find people who add value 

19:26 - 20:04 Fear can rob you 

20:05 - 21:25 Kevin’s success mindset 

22:44 - 23:44 Go Giver 

23:54 - 25:14 Kevin’s favorite podcast 

25:38 - 27:33 Kevin’s books

27:34 - 28:01  Title is just one of Kevin’s tools 

28:26 - 29:37 Tips for aspiring entrepreneurs 

Reach Kevin Tacher here: 
Website: https://titlerate.com/
See his authored books here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kevin-Tacher/author/B0036HZJG4?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Join us on The Orlando Podcast as Tyler Gibson hosts an extraordinary conversation with Nathan Green, an exceptional entrepreneur who is eager to share all his secrets to success. Nathan Green, the founder of Solutions Group, Juggernaut Consulting, and Powerhouse Accounting, is a distinguished figure in his industry and aspires to make a significant impact on as many lives as possible.

Be sure not to miss this exclusive interview as Nathan Green opens up and shares his incredible journey with us. Tune in to The Orlando Podcast to learn more about this remarkable entrepreneur and gain insights into his inspiring story.

00:21 - 01:05 Changing the Market

01:13 - 02:04 How to reverse market yourself

02:31 - 03:40 Why Nathan went into law enforcement 

04:23 - 05:01  Nathan’s transition from law enforcement to accounting

06:13 - 08:00 His Father’s inspiration 

08:18 - 10:28 Nathan’s experience launching a business

10:28 - 11:43 Nathan’s early days mistakes

12:52 - 13:47 Nathan’s advocacy mindset

13:47 - 17:18 People first, money will come!

17:14 - 19:38 Nathan’s passion for books

20:29 - 22:45 Nathan finding the who to handle the how

22:46 - 23:28 Nathan’s trifecta in Solution’s Group umbrella

23:29 - 24:30 Juggernaut Consultants’ history

24:31 - 25:25  What Juggernaut Consultants is

25:43 - 26:43 What the future is like for Nathan’s Consulting Firm

26:44 - 27:43 What the future is like for Nathan’s Accounting Firm

28:26 - 28:54 Nathan’s piece of advice for an aspiring entrepreneur

29:26 - 29:53 Find more about Nathan Green and his services

29:55 - 30:17 Tyler’s personal plug

How to reach Nathan Green: 

Website: 

https://iamnategreen.com/

Featured in this episode of The Orlando Podcast is JT Edgren, President and Owner of Central Florida Building Inspectors. 

JT Edgren is a state-licensed home inspector. Since 1999, he’s been performing residential home and commercial building inspections. Today, JT is also a certified home inspector, certified & state-licensed for mold inspections and assessments, a state-licensed radon technician, a state-licensed WDO inspector and a certified pest control operator. 

JT also owns another business called Elite Mold Services. (visit website here)

JT Edgren suggests the following books for aspiring entrepreneurs: 

• The Gap and The Gain:The High Achievers’ Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success by Dan Sullivan. 
• The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni
• The Six Types of Working Genius by Patrick M. Lencioni

00:22 Why JT does home inspections

01:15 How he started in the industry

04:00 JT growing up in an entrepreneurial home

04:57 Challenges JT’s faced in his business

06:48 His first hire 

07:12 Finding people & putting them in the right seat

11:24 JT’s most pivotal hire

13:30 JT’s employee compensations & salary

16:15 JT’s perspective on balance 

19:42 First problems and how he solved them

22:17 Hiring process and building a successful leadership team 

24:54 JT’s media consumption for self dev.

28:41 JT’s book recommendations for aspiring entrepreneurs

30:51 Learn more about JT & Central Florida Building Inspect

31:36 Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

How to reach JT Edgren: 

Website: https://cfbinspect.com/our-home-inspectors/

Email: [email protected]

Featured in this episode of The Orlando Podcast is Eliot Grime of VE Builders LLC. 

In this episode, Eliot shares his career journey and how life changes along the way. From working for 11 years in the restaurant industry, he decided to resign and pursue his passion for construction. The ultimate reason behind him leaving the restaurant industry was that he wanted to spend more time with his family. In this episode, he shares with Host Tyler Gibson that he got engaged to his wife and quit his job in the same month. Becoming the co-founder of VE Builders LLC allowed Eliot to have the time flexibility to spend more time with his family. 

In this episode, Eliot also opens up about how Hurricane Andrew changed his life forever. After witnessing the devastating impact of shortcuts in building, Eliot realized his passion for home construction. He also shares how this event in his life made him realize that helping others gives him joy. It is a passion that he carries with him today as he works to provide safe, quality, and pretty homes. 

Tune into this episode of The Orlando Podcast and hear how this awe-inspiring entrepreneur turns house to home. 

00:27 Taking something ugly and making it pretty

01:20 What Eliot Grime does

02:39  Elliot’s reason and motivation

03:42 The Hurricane that changed Elliot’s life forever

05:01 Elliot’s experience with the restaurant industry

06:01 The knowledge Elliot gained with the restaurant  industry

07:10 Elliot’s transition back to the construction work

07:32 Elliot joining VE Builders LLC

09:03 Elliot’s business growth

10:09 Elliot’s business helping him have more time for family

11:06 Tyler’s love for his job and family

11:32 How Elliot left the restaurant industry

12:43 The problems Elliot’s faced during the start of his business

13:32  The process of the service Elliot provides

14:39 Elliot’s contractors and subcontractors

16:20 The translation of Elliot’s leadership skills with his experience with the restaurant industry 

17:13 Tyler’s past experience with a difficult manager

17:37 Elliot’s experience with leadership

18:39 The coolest project Elliot has taken on

19:40 The most challenging project Elliot has taken on

21:04 Elliot’s advice for people thinking of joining the construction industry

22:38 The challenges that people will immediately experience upon joining the construction industry

24:50  The worst thing you could possibly do as a contractor 

25:19  The things to do when building your construction company’s reputation

26:19  Elliot’s monthly calls for cleanup

28:37 A multi million problem in the U.S

30:31 Elliot’s love for flipping houses

31:45 Where to find more about Elliot

32:24 Elliot’s advice for people interested in joining the construction industry

Reach Eliot Grime here

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

Website: 

https://www.vebuildersllc.com/

In this episode of The Orlando Podcast, we are joined by special guest Stacey Conte. 

Stacey Conte, a successful real estate entrepreneur, holds an MBA in leadership and brings over 13 years of experience in corporate medical sales to her current role. In early 2022, she made the decision to retire from her corporate career while holding the prestigious #1 ranking in the sales organization. Stacey redirected her attention to her passion for real estate and the development company she co-founded in 2021, Sugar & Spice Developments. This company is dedicated to transforming spaces, environments, and communities.

At present, Stacey manages a diverse rental portfolio consisting of long-term residential and commercial rentals, short-term rentals, and a beach motel, with a total value of over $10 million in cash-flowing real estate assets. Her primary focus is on inspiring others to achieve financial freedom through her educational initiatives, sharing her own path to success.

02:02 Reverse engineering the life Stacey wanted

03:04 The Life She Wants

04:59 Working in Corporate America

06:00 Stacey’s limiting belief

07:28 The push that Stacey needed to do more

08:44 What “Doors” are

09:28 How to Start in Real Estate

10:43 Building generational wealth with Real Estate

11:51 Asking questions to learn

13:11 Stacey’s trial and error

15:02 What Stacey does currently

18:13 Stacey’s Thought process during her transition

19:02 Stacey’s final push she needed

20:22 People’s reaction to Stacey’s transition

21:24 How Stacey started

24:16 Challenging your limiting beliefs

25:37 Finding something you’re passionate about

26:20 Find out more about Stacey

26:49 Marry the house and date the rate

How to Reach Stacey Conte: 
Website: https://staceyconte.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stacey.ann.beachhouse

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mommy_mogul?_t=8WLfOypv1Ni&_r=1

IG: https://www.instagram.com/developing_airbnbs/?r=nametag

Featured on this episode of The Orlando Podcast is Brandon Blake, Owner and CEO of The Staging Co. 

The Staging Co is a premier home staging and interior design company. What was previously known as Tradition Interiors was acquired by Brandon Blake in 2019. Their team of experts help create beautiful interiors to help elevate the space.

Before becoming a business owner, Brandon worked in sales and marketing.His decision to buy a business and become his own boss was heavily motivated by wanting to spend more time with his family. In this podcast episode, he discusses how his family played a crucial role in his career decisions. 

00:38 -Why Brandon does what he does

02:38 -What brandon does at The Staging Co

04:44 - Renting furniture for multiple months

05:50 - Brandon’s origin story

09:55 - lessons that Brandon learned to help with his career early on

15:06 - The areas that The Staging Co covers

16:08 - Brandon’s work history

16:53 - Why a furniture company

17:32 - The early challenges during Brandon’s transition to being a business owner

20:25 - Books to read recommended by Brandon

21:10 - Brandon starting with 5 employees

22:21 - The Challenges in taking over a business

24:37 - Transition period

30:41 - Brandon’s advice for budding entrepreneurs

32:10 - Find out more

Reach the Staging Co / Brandon Blake here: 

The Staging Co Website: https://thestaging.co/

Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/TheStagingCompanyFL/

Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/thestagingcohq/

Brandon Blake’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestagingco.actual/