What if you could go from immigrant mechanic to CEO of a multi-million dollar home services group — without VC, without burnout, and without wasting years “figuring it out”?
In this episode of Founder 2 Founder, I sit down with Victor Rancour(Rocket Holding) — a powerhouse founder who scaled fast through smart acquisitions, ruthless financial discipline, and systems that actually work.
We break down the real M&A playbook for buying distressed HVAC businesses, avoiding $3M mistakes, keeping key employees, and turning service companies into cash-flow machines.
💡 What you’ll learn:
• How Victor built his first deal with no experience
• 3 red flags to spot before any acquisition
• LLC vs S-Corp: what HVAC owners should know
• The 30/60/90 integration system that actually works
• How to retain top techs post-acquisition
• Why AI is reshaping HVAC faster than anyone admits
• Marketing channels that still bring ROI
• The best EBITDA, CAC, and GP targets in trades
• When to sell, when to scale, and when to walk away
This is the raw, tactical blueprint for building real wealth in home services — from someone who’s doing it.
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👇 What’s your biggest fear around acquisitions or scaling? Let me know in the comments.
Most people chase investors. Tom Shipley built billion-dollar businesses by buying them instead.
In this episode of Founder to Founder, I sit down with Tom — serial entrepreneur, Special Forces vet, and founder of multiple $2B+ brands — to break down how acquisitions, not VC, can create generational wealth. From $100 startups to $100M roll-ups, this is the strategy most founders overlook.
💥 You’ll learn:
• How Tom scaled from $100 to $20M — without raising capital
• Why 90% of exits never happen (and how to fix that)
• How to use creative financing to buy companies
• The M&A strategy that multiplies growth 12x
• Why home services and AI are recession-proof in 2025
• What Tom would build with $100K today
This episode is pure strategy, grit, and real-world wins — from military mindset to billion-dollar execution.
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LinkedIn – Tom Shipley
Instagram – @tomshipleyofficial
👇 What’s your biggest challenge right now — capital, team, or systems?
What happens when your $500M fund collapses on a single Zoom call?
Brian Burt, founder of Canopy Management, lived it — and came back stronger. In this episode of Founder to Founder, we talk about scaling an Amazon agency, managing 100+ people with zero micromanagement, and what it really takes to win in e-commerce in 2025.
🔥 You’ll learn:
• Why Amazon agencies collapsed — and how Canopy survived
• How Brian built a $100M fund by acquiring 17 businesses
• What products actually work on Amazon today
• The “pods + profit share” model that scales teams fast
• How to attract M&A investors without chasing them
• Performance-based pricing: why it works (and when it doesn’t)
If you’re building an agency, brand, or buying businesses — this is your blueprint.
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💬 Which would you try first — launching your brand or acquiring one? Let me know in the comments.
Want to build a $3M+ home service business — even if you're starting from scratch?
In this episode of Founder 2 Founder, I sit down with Scott Slate, a 28-year industry veteran who’s helped scale dozens of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical businesses across the U.S.
We break down what works right now — from hiring and training, to increasing your company’s valuation and building a real exit strategy. If you're in the trades or thinking about jumping in, this is a must-listen.
🔥 You’ll learn:
• Why the next wave of millionaires will come from HVAC, plumbing & electrical
• How to scale from technician to CEO with $3M+ revenue
• The sales systems that double your valuation
• Commission vs. hourly pay: what builds loyalty
• How private equity firms think about your business
• Real talk on licenses, partnerships, and membership models that boost value
💬 What’s your biggest challenge in scaling a home service business? I read every reply.
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From sleeping in a garage to managing 180 luxury Airbnbs and launching a $100M crypto fund — Jason Lee is living proof that vision, grit, and purpose can build massive wealth.
In this episode of Founder 2 Founder, we dive deep into Jason’s journey: scaling in short-term rentals, navigating the collapse of the Airbnb gold rush, and how crypto fund-of-funds are reshaping investing in 2025. But beyond money — Jason shares why faith, family, and fulfillment matter more than any number on a spreadsheet.
💡 You’ll learn:
• How Jason earned 12% monthly returns with crypto arbitrage
• Why mid- and long-term rentals are replacing Airbnb
• What makes fund-of-funds different from hedge funds
• His 6F life strategy: faith, family, finance, fitness, freedom, and fun
• How he raises capital without pitching
This episode is a rare mix of tactical business insights and deep life philosophy.
🧠 What’s more important to you: short-term cashflow or long-term wealth?
Leave a comment — I’d love to hear your take.
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What does it really take to build a home service empire in America — from scratch, no tech skills, no outside money?
In this episode of Founder 2 Founder, I sit down with Moe Osman, a former sales pro who bootstrapped his HVAC company using Facebook ads, hustle, and a clear growth strategy. We break down exactly how to start with under $3K, make high-ticket sales, and scale using AI, M&A, and remote teams.
🔥 You’ll learn:
• The $5 ad strategy that actually converts
• Why your ad needs 35+ views before it works
• How to sell without being a technician
• Building vs. buying: which path to scale faster
• Remote teams, AI tools & systems for growth
• When to stop working in the business and own it
If you're ready to stop waiting and start building — this is your blueprint.
💬 What’s holding you back from starting or scaling your business in America?
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From scrubbing toilets to running medical facilities — this is the unfiltered journey of Jason Santos, a real estate investor and entrepreneur who turned hustle into generational wealth.
In this powerful episode of Founder 2 Founder, Jason reveals how he flipped his first house with no experience, raised smart capital, built healthcare facilities, and created a business model that thrives in both real estate and home services.
🔥 You'll learn:
• How to start flipping homes with zero experience
• Why legacy > quick cash — and how Jason made the shift
• How to raise capital from friends and family (without being weird)
• What makes healthcare facilities a hidden goldmine
• How to teach your kids about money early
• Real talk: AI, business rollups, franchise growth & scaling systems
This is your blueprint if you’re serious about building wealth that lasts.
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💬 What would YOU do with $10,000 today? Think like a founder. Drop your answer in the reviews.
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In this episode of Founder 2 Founder, I sit down with Jason Hennessey, founder of one of the top SEO agencies for law firms — and a master of systems, focus, and growth.
He shares how he worked 80+ hour weeks without burning out, the sticky-note method he uses every
Sunday, and how he scaled Hennessey Digital before even launching a proper website.
💡 You'll learn:
• The “1% Better” rule for weekly growth
• Jason’s Sunday planning system
• Delegation as the ultimate growth tool
• How to structure coaching & mentorship
• What energizes vs. drains a founder
• Scaling without tech perfection — just execution
This one’s packed with practical mindset shifts and systems to help you grow faster and stay sane doing it.
▶️ Watch Part 1: https://youtu.be/lQW9p7FQYEk
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💬 What’s one system you’ll steal from Jason? Let me know in the comments.
Most people are using AI tools the wrong way. In this episode of Founder 2 Founder, I sit down with SEO legend Jason Hennessey to uncover the AI tools that actually boost traffic and increase lead conversion by 20% — and how you can use them to scale your business.
🔥 You’ll learn:
• Jason’s top AI-powered SEO tools for 2025
• How to write content that ranks and converts
• Time-saving systems that cost nothing
• Why AI is an amplifier — not a threat — to SEO
• The 30% margin playbook behind his $50M exit
Whether you’re a startup founder, digital marketer, or freelancer, this episode is packed with real, actionable insights from one of the best in the business.
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💬 Got a favorite AI tool? Drop it in the comments — I want to hear from you.