Description

In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Alex Daie, former F/A-18 Super Hornet combat pilot, F-35 instructor pilot, Wharton MBA, and now founder of Fortis Pest Control.

Alex shares why he left a successful corporate career to launch a pest control company from scratch and the mindset shifts that helped him make the leap into entrepreneurship.

They dive deep into:

• Why recurring revenue businesses are so powerful
• What fighter pilot training teaches about leadership and accountability
• Building a company employees actually love working for
• Customer retention vs. chasing new sales
• How to handle failure as an entrepreneur
• The importance of feedback, debriefing, and constant improvement
• Why culture matters more than most owners realize
• What makes the Bug Bux community different

This episode isn’t just about pest control, it’s about leadership, growth, ownership, and building something meaningful. Whether you’re just getting started or scaling your business, there’s a lot to take away from this conversation.

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