Chris Kimmel, CEO of Mosquito Marshals, shares his background and journey into entrepreneurship. He discusses his experience as a professional poker player and how it has influenced his success as an entrepreneur. Chris explains the transition from his aviation career to starting Mosquito Marshals and eventually franchising the business. He highlights the unique aspects of Mosquito Marshals and how they differentiate themselves in the industry. Chris also discusses the importance of building a supportive team and the potential for growth in the mosquito abatement industry. He shares the role of a franchise owner and the financial performance of the business.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
01:14
Chris Kimmel's Background
03:08
Venturing into Entrepreneurship
04:29
Professional Poker and Entrepreneurship
06:25
Transition to Franchising
08:41
Differentiating Mosquito Marshals
17:43
Building a Supportive Team
22:00
Size and Growth of the Industry
23:53
Revenue Streams
25:18
Why Choose Mosquito Marshals
30:34
Role of a Franchise Owner
36:10
Cost of Becoming a Franchise Owner
38:31
Financial Performance and Margins
39:59
Conclusion
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