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Ditch Digger CEO with Gary RabineDDC #128 The Discipline of Moving Fast Without Breaking What Matters w/ Biju Kulathakal, Founder and CEO, LightSpeed | Halo InvestingDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Biju Kulathakal (@BijuKulathakal) is a serial entrepreneur, technologist, and investor whose career spans fintech, advanced automation, and large-scale manufacturing. He is the Founder and CEO of Lightspeed, a robotics and AI-driven construction company aiming to transform how homes are built using high-precision automation and modular production. Prior to Lightspeed, Biju co-founded Halo Investing, one of the most acclaimed platforms in protective investing, and helped launch the company that would become Redbox. With deep roots across multiple technology ecosystems — and a degree in aero...
2025-12-011h 19Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#127 Converting Your Business From a Vitamin to A Painkiller w/ Tim Stojka, CEO, Nexus3 CapitalDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Tim Stojka (@TimStojka) is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and board leader who has spent three decades building technology companies from the ground up. From programming an Apple II in his parents’ basement to founding three major SaaS firms — including one that raised $40 million during the dot-com boom — Tim has lived the full arc of innovation, hype cycles, and hard-earned product-market fit. His latest chapter: applying AI and language models to reshape enterprise software through his new venture, Nexus Three Capital.In thi...
2025-11-241h 06Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#126 The Three Prayers That Built a Champion w/ Don Beebe, Head Football Coach, Aurora University, Former NFL Player, Founder, House of SpeedDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Don Beebe (@DonBeebeNFL) is a former NFL wide receiver, Super Bowl champion, and one of the fastest players in league history. From hanging aluminum siding to breaking 40-yard dash records in jean shorts, Don’s unlikely rise from small-town Illinois to six Super Bowls is a masterclass in perseverance, faith, and purpose. In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Don shares how his journey—from being overlooked to outworking everyone—reveals timeless lessons for leaders, founders, and anyone striving to build something that lasts.
2025-10-131h 41Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#125 How to Compete Against Giants Without Losing Your Soul w/ Dave Bolotsky, Founder & CEO, Uncommon GoodsDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Dave Bolotsky (@UncommonGoods) is the founder and CEO of Uncommon Goods, a pioneering online marketplace known for its handcrafted, ethically made products and its people-first business model. A former Goldman Sachs retail analyst who traded spreadsheets for storytelling, Dave built Uncommon Goods from his New York apartment into one of the most values-driven eCommerce companies in America.In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Dave shares the lessons he learned from icons like Sam Walton and Bernie Marcus, how he survived th...
2025-10-071h 40Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#124 The Founder’s Guide to Storytelling That Inspires Part 2 w/ Lee Habeeb, Our Great American StoriesDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Lee Habeeb (@LeeHabeeb) is the creator and host of Our American Stories and one of the nation’s leading voices on storytelling, entrepreneurship, and the American Dream. In this powerful conversation with Gary Rabine, Lee dives deep into how great leaders and founders build enduring cultures, why incentives and recognition matter more than money alone, and how storytelling can unify both companies and the country.In this episode, Gary and Lee discuss:1. Why...
2025-09-2341 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#123 The Founder’s Guide to Storytelling That Inspires Part 1 w/ Lee Habeeb, Host and Founder, Our Great American StoriesDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Lee Habeeb (@LeeHabeeb) is the creator and host of Our American Stories and one of the country’s leading voices on storytelling, entrepreneurship, and the American Dream. In this conversation with Gary Rabine, Lee explores how the power of story has shaped leaders, businesses, and even nations — and why founders and business owners must master it to build companies that last.In this episode, Gary and Lee discuss:1. The power of storytelling in business and leader...
2025-09-1958 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#122 How Buying Broken Businesses Built a Thriving Empire w/ Peter Griscom, Principal & Operating Partner, Van Dyke AcquisitionsDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Peter Griscom (https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-g-350a21169/) is an Operating Partner and the Chief Executive Officer of Van Dyke Acquisitions, a boutique investment firm specializing in distressed mergers and acquisitions and turnaround opportunities. With over a decade of experience in the distressed investing sector, he focuses primarily on healthcare, consumer goods, and manufacturing.In this episode, Gary, Dave, and Peter discuss:1. Early hustle stories and DIY operations2. Breaking into retail and scaling nationally...
2025-06-161h 10Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#121 Build Millionaires, Not Just Businesses w/ Dave Durand, Founder & CEO, Leading GiantsDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Dave Durand (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davevdurand/) is currently the CEO of Leading Giants and Executive Chairman of Best Version Media, an international media company in Brookfield, Wisconsin. During Durand’s tenure as CEO, BVM was among the top 20 fastest-growing media companies in North America and the fastest-growing private company in Wisconsin of any type. In 2024, The Wall Street Journal publicized a BVM as one of the Top 100 Best & Brightest Companies To Work For in the Nation.In this epis...
2025-06-111h 34Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#121 Build Millionaires, Not Just Businesses w/ Dave Durand, Founder & CEO, Leading GiantsDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Dave Durand (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davevdurand/) is currently the CEO of Leading Giants and Executive Chairman of Best Version Media, an international media company in Brookfield, Wisconsin. During Durand’s tenure as CEO, BVM was among the top 20 fastest-growing media companies in North America and the fastest-growing private company in Wisconsin of any type. In 2024, The Wall Street Journal publicized a BVM as one of the Top 100 Best & Brightest Companies To Work For in the Nation.In this epis...
2025-05-261h 39Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#120 AccuWeather: From a $50 Startup to a Global Powerhouse w/ Dr. Joel Myers, Founder & Executive Chairman, AccuWeatherDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Dr. Joel N. Myers (https://corporate.accuweather.com/company/about-us/dr-joel-myers/) is a proven visionary leader, founding AccuWeather in 1962 and successfully establishing it as the world's fastest growing and most trusted source of weather forecasts and warnings as well as a global leader in digital media. He has been recognized as one of the greatest entrepreneurs in American history in the Encyclopedia of Entrepreneurs.In this episode, Gary and Dr. Joel discuss:1. What Happens When Your Business Saves Li...
2025-05-211h 12Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#119 Why the Best Outsourcing Isn’t Really Outsourced w/ Jose Herrera, CEO & Co-Founder, HoratioDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/Jose Herrera (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseherrerap/) is the CEO and Co-Founder of Horatio. Horatio is the trusted partner for some of the fastest-growing startups and enterprises in the world. Their on-brand customer support teams help them leverage CX as a revenue generator through personalized customer experience support. As seen on INC, Forbes, and Bloomberg, as well as the 2022 Customer Contact Week Next Generation Leaders Award recipient. Horatio is headquartered in New York City, with main offshore offices in Santo Domingo an...
2025-05-061h 16Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#118 AI, Learning, and the Future of Work: Staying Ahead of the Curve w/ David Blake, Co-founder & CEO, DegreedDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/David Blake (https://degreed.com/) is the co-founder and Executive Chairman of Degreed. Millions of individuals and hundreds of organizations use Degreed’s platform to discover and answer for all of their learning and skills. Prior to Degreed, he consulted on the launched a competency-based, accredited university and was a founding team member of university-admissions startup Zinch (acquired by NASDQ: CHGG). David Blake operates at the intersection of the future of work and the future of politics. He is the founder of VICE...
2025-02-241h 12Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#117 Pleaser, Dreamer, Innovator: The Story of Joe Kahn | Founder & CIO | Condado TacosDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Meet Joe Kahn, founder of Condado Tacos, who turned his passion for the restaurant industry into a thriving 51-store chain. In this episode, Joe shares his journey from busboy to CEO, focusing on explosive growth, maintaining a strong company culture, and innovative strategies that set Condado Tacos apart. Discover his secrets to success and learn from his experiences and insights.
In this episode, Gary and Joe discuss:
1. Joe's Inspirational Journey and Entrepreneurial Challenges
2. Building a Unique Restaurant Concept and Brand
3. Maintaining High Standards for Food Quality and Customer Expe...
2024-12-201h 18Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#116 From Humble Beginnings To Billion-Dollar Success w/ Stan Middleman, Founder, Freedom MortgageDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Stanley C. Middleman is the Founder, President & CEO of Freedom Mortgage Corporation. In today's episode, Stan recounts his journey from starting with nothing in 1990 to leading a multi-billion-dollar enterprise. He covers his entrepreneurial challenges, innovative strategies, and the significance of small wins. Learn about effective sales and leadership principles, the critical role of continuous innovation, and navigating market dynamics.
In this episode, Gary and Stan discuss:
1- Building a Vision and Team
2- Sales Strategies and Success
3- Navigating Economic Downturns and Asset Values
4- Ph...
2024-10-231h 03Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#115 From Idea to Impact: The Data Intelligence Revolution w/ Satyen Sangani, CEO, AlationDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Satyen Sangani, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Alation. Discover Satyen's journey from Wall Street to Silicon Valley, the creation of a groundbreaking data intelligence platform, and the future of AI and data across industries. Gain insights into economics and market dynamics and valuable advice on business building and finding the right co-founder.
In this episode, Gary and Satyen discuss:
1- The Birth of Alation
2- Data in Small Businesses
3- Entrepreneurial Spirit and Family Influence
4- Securing Funding and Bu...
2024-10-021h 17Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#114 Revolutionizing Online Learning w/ Pierre Dubuc, Co-Founder & CEO, OpenClassroomsDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Pierre Dubuc (https://www.linkedin.com/in/pdubuc/), the Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and innovative CEO of OpenClassrooms shares his journey from starting a hobby business in middle school to creating a leading online education platform, Pierre shares his story of making education accessible and career-focused for everyone. Learn how OpenClassrooms upskills and reskills 52,000 individuals annually by bridging the gap between education and employment. Discover the company values—care, persist, dare, and transparency—that drive their success stories, and hear about the challenges and future ambitions of a lea...
2024-09-181h 16Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#113 From Notarization to National Impact w/ Pat Kinsel, Founder & CEO , Proof (Formerly Notarize)Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Pat Kinsel is the founder and CEO of Proof (formerly Notarize). He shares his remarkable journey of transforming the notarization industry with cutting-edge digital solutions. Discover Pat's background, the obstacles he overcame, and how his company tackles fraud and builds trust in high-stakes transactions. Learn how Pat's innovative approach, from testifying in Congress to navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, has scaled his business.
In this episode, Gary and Pat discuss:
1- Challenges and S...
2024-08-291h 13Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#112 The Tech Innovator’s Playbook w/ Brett Hurt, CEO & Co-Founder, data.worldDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Brett Hurt, is the founder and CEO of data.world. Brett talks about his entrepreneurial journey from Austin, Texas to creating transformative tech enterprises. He discusses the impact of AI on data management, the significance of mentorship, and the role of venture capital in accelerating business growth. The episode explores how AI innovations boost productivity, employee satisfaction, and provide competitive advantages.
In this episode, Gary and Brett discuss:
1- Growing Up with Entrepreneuria...
2024-08-201h 18Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#111 Pioneering Eco-Friendly Solutions w/ Stuart Landesberg, Co-Founder & CEO, Grove CollaborativeDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Stuart Landesberg is the Co-Founder and CEO of Grove Collaborative, the leading digital-first brand & e-commerce platform for natural home and personal care. In today's episode, he delves into his journey from a sustainable upbringing to leading a top company in eco-friendly consumer products. Stuart also shares the obstacles of starting a business, the importance of a mission-driven culture, and strategic decisions that fueled Grove’s exponential growth to annual revenues surpassing $250 million per year.
In this episode...
2024-07-271h 05Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#110 Navigating The Skies of Innovation w/ Dean Donovan, MD & Co-Founder, DiamondStream PartnersDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Dean Donovan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-dean-donovan/), MD and Co-Founder of DiamondStream Partners shares his captivating journey from his early entrepreneurial days in Silicon Valley to leading global businesses and founding Mexico's largest low-cost airline, Volaris. Donovan dives deep into his experience in starting his entrepreneurial journey, his passion for technological innovation in aviation, and the importance of mentorship and resilient leadership.
In this episode, Gary and Dean discuss:
1- The Profound Impact of Early Ventures
2- The Futur...
2024-07-081h 20Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#109 Pavers Series: Paving a Path of Excellence W/ Mauro Comuzzi, President & CEO, The Paving LadyDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Mauro Comuzzi (https://pavinglady.com/ ), founder of 'The Paving Lady,' shares his incredible journey from Venezuela to building a reputable paving business in the USA. Mauro talks about his experiences in the paving industry, the importance of clear expectations, and his thoughts on business growth and leadership.
In this episode, Gary and Mauro discuss:
1. Mauro's Journey from Venezuela to Paving Success in the US
2. Business Philosophy and Leadership Insights
3. The Importance of Core Values in Business Growth
4. Innova...
2024-05-201h 02Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#108 From Ditch Digger to Aviation Mogul w/ Abdol Moabery, President and CEO, GA TelesisDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Abdol Moabery (https://twitter.com/AbdolMoabery), aviation leader and founder of GA Telesis, covers his journey from modest beginnings to steering his company through major crises like the 2008 financial downturn and the COVID-19 pandemic, notably without layoffs. Moabery highlights the importance of a lean operational model, prioritizing financial wisdom and linking revenue growth with employee stability.
In this episode, Gary and Abdol discuss:
1. Lessons on Adaptability
2. Strategic Foresight and Team Motivation
3. Importance of Resilience and Innovation
4. Sustaining Growth and Embracing Change
LinkedIn: https://www.li...
2024-05-141h 19Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#107 Pavers Series: Diamond in the Rough W/ Parker Perrien, CEO, Diamond Solutions, IncDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Parker Perrien (https://www.thediamondsolutions.com/) is an exceptional entrepreneur with a compelling story of starting and growing a successful paving company, Diamond Solutions. From starting his business journey young to overcoming challenges, navigating personal trials, and achieving success. Parker shares insights into the evolution of his company. Parker also discusses the impact of technology on his business and his ambitious goals for future expansion and achieving a billion-dollar valuation.
In this episode, Gary and Parker discuss:
1. Importance of Mentorship
2. Role of Core Values in...
2024-05-0759 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#106 Building An Empire On Wheels W/ Rita Case, CEO and President, Rick Case Automotive GroupDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Rita Case (https://rickcase.com/) shares her journey in the automotive industry, from the establishment of the Rick Case Automotive Group to becoming the largest woman-owned dealership in the U.S. Rita details the origins of her family's business, starting with her father's dealership and how she learned the ins and outs of the industry from a young age. Rita also highlights the significance of corporate culture, and education in business, and provides empowering advice for female entrepreneurs.
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2024-04-271h 03Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#105 Pavers Series: Turning Asphalt into Gold w/ Kevin Cassidy, President, Cassidy Paving and Corp.Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Kevin Cassidy (https://cassidypaving.com/ ), is a successful entrepreneur who transitioned from running a landscaping business in high school to founding and growing Cassidy Paving, a major paving company based near Boston. Kevin shares his early business ventures, the pivotal moment of switching to paving, navigating financial challenges, and the importance of core values such as safety, teamwork, results, and reliability in business growth. He also discusses the power of mentorship, setting financial goals, and the future aspirations for his company.
In this episode, Ga...
2024-04-1757 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#104 Pavers Series: Building Roads Through Generations w/ Andrew Thomann, Owner, Thomann AsphaltDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Andrew Thoman is a fourth-generation co-owner of a family-run paving company Thomann Asphalt. Andrew shares the history of Thomann Asphalt, starting with his great-grandfather in 1925, and discusses the evolution of the business, core values, and the importance of family dynamics in its success. He highlights the challenges of maintaining quality during growth, the role of technology and equipment strategy, and insights into preparing for future generations to take over the business. The conversation encapsulates the passion, work ethic, and dedication that have driven the compan...
2024-04-041h 14Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#103 Pavers Series: Creating Value Beyond the Sale w/ Steve Tjornhom, CEO and Co-Founder, TruSeal America LLCDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Steve Tjornhom (https://trusealamerica.com/) is the owner / CEO of TruSeal America LLC and M & M Construction and Asphalt.Steve and his brother Pete founded TruSeal America in 2000 and both play a very active role in the day-to-day operations of the company. Currently Steve is responsible for the direction and vision of TruSeal America while still involved with sales, marketing, and strategic initiatives. He has been married 39 years, is the father of 2 and has 6 grandchildren. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys hu...
2024-03-111h 25Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#102 The Domino’s Effect w/ Tom Monaghan, Founder, Domino’s PizzaDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Tom Monaghan is an American entrepreneur who founded Domino's Pizza in 1960. He also owned the Detroit Tigers from 1983 to 1992. Monaghan also owns the Domino's Farms Office Park in the Ann Arbor Charter Township, Michigan, which he first started building in 1984.
In this episode, Gary and Tom discuss:
1. From One Dot to 21,000: The Domino's Pizza Success Story
2. Lessons in Resilience from a Business Founder
3. Innovations in Multi-unit Pizza Delivery
4. Transforming Pizza Delivery into a...
2024-03-041h 18Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#101 Building Careers in Business Consulting w/ Bruce Ballengee, Founder, Pariveda SolutionsDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
As Founder of Pariveda, having served 20 years as its first CEO, Bruce Ballengee (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceballengee/) has contributed to its success through his insight and industry knowledge. Bruce is sought out by leaders in the professional services community for his deep technical expertise and business acumen. His passion for developing people is evident in Pariveda’s training curriculum, proprietary cohort scale, review, and recruiting processes. Pariveda differentiates itself by developing technical and business leaders who help our customers achieve succ...
2024-02-271h 09Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#100 A Swig of Business Success w/ Nicole Tanner, Founder, SwigDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Nicole Tanner (https://swigdrinks.com/) is the Founder of Swig, which sells customized drinks, cookies, and treats. She started Swig in 2010 due to her love of Diet Coke and because she noticed a lack of connectedness in other drive-thru concepts. She is a mom of five children and a grandma to four grandbabies who enjoys hiking outdoors and spending time with her family.
In this episode, Gary and Nicole discuss:
1. Building a Business Around Unment Consumer Needs
...
2024-01-241h 16Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#99 The Data Behind Business Success w/ Michael Katz, CEO & Co-Founder, mParticle IncDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Michael Katz (http://www.mparticle.com/) is the Co-founder and CEO of mParticle, the leading customer data platform helping the world's best brands unify data across all consumer touch points to optimize marketing outcomes and CX.
In this episode, Gary and Michael discuss:
1. The Power of Operationalizing Data Insights
2. The Entrepreneurial Journey of Taking The Leap
3. Challenges and Realities for Public Companies
4. Scaling Success in Niche Markets
5. The Importance of Ref...
2024-01-1757 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#98 Pavers Series: Building Pavements with Second Chances w/ Keith L. Callaway Sr., President & CEO, K&L IndustriesDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Keith Callaway Sr. (https://www.kandlindustries.com/) is the President and Founder of K&L Industries, a premier paving company based in the Portland Metro Area and a second-chance employer. Over the past 30 years, Keith has scaled his small mom-and-pop business to a company with his dedicated team of professional pavers to deliver high-quality solutions ranging from driveway paving to parking lot maintenance.
In this episode, Gary and Keith discuss:
1. Crafting a Career with Family at the Core...
2024-01-101h 14Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#97 The Journey to Creating An Industry w/ Glen Meakem, Founder & CEO, Forever, Inc.Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Glen Meakem (https://www.forever.com/) is a career entrepreneur and business leader whose objective is to create tremendous value for investors, customers, and employees by building businesses that make the world a better place. Since the beginning of 2013, he has been devoted full-time to building his latest company, Forever, which is the world's first permanent shareable storage service on the Internet.
In this episode, Gary and Glen discuss:
1. How Innovation Transformed an 'Unglamorous' Role
2. 6-Figure Op...
2024-01-031h 33Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#96 36-Year-Old CEO Inspires World-Class Businesses to Record Growth w/ Austin Rabine, CEO, Rabine GroupDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Austin Rabine is the son of Gary Rabine and the current CEO of Rabine Group. Austin shares updates on the various ventures of their company including SiteTechnologies, pavement assessments, exterior management and outlines their future plans for exponential growth by teaming up with smaller paving businesses across the country. The conversation also touches upon the importance of hiring smart people, adaptation of new technologies in construction and thoughts on leadership and innovation.
In today's episode, Gary and Austin discuss:
1-The Evolution and Expansion of Site
2-The Future...
2023-12-271h 06Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#95 Pavers Series: Elevating the Paving Business w/ Nick Small, Founder & CEO, U.S. Pave™Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Nick Small (http://www.uspave.com/) is the Founder of U.S. Pave Network™ and President of U.S. Asphalt™. U.S. Pave is a Southeast U.S.-wide paving contractor specializing in commercial parking lot maintenance. They provide the highest level of customer service and utilize top-quality materials for lasting results.
In this episode, Gary and Nick discuss:
1. Differentiating Your Company
2. The Struggles of Starting Your Own Business
3. Lessons from the Evolution of National...
2023-12-181h 23Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#94 E-commerce, Leadership, and Growth w/ Arman Taheri, Co-Founder, TalentPopDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Arman Taheri (https://www.talentpop.co/careers) is a culture-first leader who is deeply invested in developing his talent and ensuring that his team members are in the best position to succeed. As the Co-Founder and Director of Customer Success at TalentPop, Arman brings a wealth of experience from his e-commerce background.
In this episode, Gary and Arman discuss:
1. Being A Servant Leader
2. Developing Your Company’s Structure and Culture
3. The Impact of Effective Leade...
2023-12-111h 00Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#93 The Future Of Broadcasting: Insights From A Tech Maverick w/ Srinivasan KA, Co-Founder, AmagiDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Srinivasan KA (https://www.amagi.com/) is a technology entrepreneur with two decades of experience in building new technologies and taking them to market. Discover his journey, from developing one of the first Bluetooth software systems to steering Amagi into a significant role in the media tech industry.
In this episode, Gary and Srini Discuss
1- Future of media advertising.
2- How Amagi is gearing up for global challenges.
3- Overcoming hurdles to business success
4- The future of media streaming.
Connect with Srinivasan:
LinkedIn: http...
2023-12-051h 15Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#92 Cuban Refugee to Real Estate Mogul w/ Mayi de la Vega, CEO & Founder, ONE Sotheby'sDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Mayi de la Vega (https://www.onesothebysrealty.com/) is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty (ONE SIR), the premier source of luxury real estate and development along Florida’s East Coast. Discover how her experiences as a Cuban refugee shaped her views on freedom, diversity, and the American Dream.
In this episode, Mayi and Gary talk about:
From Cuban refugee to real estate mogul
Real estate development and Miami's skyline evolution
The significance of the American Dream
...
2023-11-1453 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#91 Paving the Rabine Road To A Billion w/ Gary Rabine, Founder, Rabine GroupDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Gary Rabine (https://www.rabine.com/) After graduating high school Gary Rabine discovered his passion for paving driveways. The start of a family pushed his drive to succeed in this industry. He married Cheryl, in 1985 and Rabine Paving grew as more companies were started, and then more were acquired.
This growth was the result of building an amazing team with a strong focus on client satisfaction, innovation and a desire to be world class. There are now 11 companies in the Rabine Group. Rabine Paving and Rabine Paving Amer...
2023-11-1039 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#90 World Class Technology + World Class Blue Collar Brand = Vision to A Billion Dollar Value! w/ Gary Rabine, Founder, Rabine GroupDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Gary Rabine (https://www.rabine.com/) After graduating high school Gary Rabine discovered his passion for paving driveways. The start of a family pushed his drive to succeed in this industry. He married Cheryl, in 1985 and Rabine Paving grew as more companies were started, and then more were acquired.This growth was the result of building an amazing team with a strong focus on client satisfaction, innovation and a desire to be world class. There are now 11 companies in the Rabine Group. Rabine Paving and Rab...
2023-11-0952 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#89 Milestones in Franchising w/ Greg Muzzillo, Founder, ProformaDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Greg Muzzillo (https://proforma.com/) established Proforma one year after graduating from college in 1978. In 1986, he launched the company's franchising operations which includes over 650 franchise offices worldwide, with revenues over $500 million.
In this episode, Gary and Greg discuss:
1. Strategies for Sustainable Franchise Success
2. Tech Solutions for Mom and Pop Businesses
3. Scaling Your Franchise Without Barriers
4. The Real Essence of Franchising
5. The Thrill of Independence and Earnings
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-muzzillo-ba51ba2/
Website: https://proforma.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/GregMuzzillo
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2023-09-071h 00Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#88 Advancing Medical Breakthroughs w/ Michelle Longmire, Co-Founder and CEO, MedableDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Dr. Michelle Longmire (https://www.medable.com/ ), CEO of Medable and a Dermatologist, shares her remarkable journey of breaking stereotypes and defying norms in the healthcare field. She has emerged as a pioneering physician leader, driving a groundbreaking $2 billion startup that is revolutionizing the landscape of clinical trials.
In this episode, Gary and Michelle discuss:
1. Investing in Neuroscience
2. Transforming Drug Development
3. Navigating Ego and Team Morale
4. Empowering Women in Business
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelongmire/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LongmireMD
Website: https://www.me...
2023-08-301h 05Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#87 Approaching Mental Health Conversations With Care w/ Vince Hafeli, President, Ajax Paving IndustriesDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Vince Hafeli (https://www.ajaxpaving.com/) serves as the President of Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, showcasing remarkable leadership and management prowess in guiding teams to successfully execute intricate projects.
In this episode, Gary and Vince discuss:
1. Becoming The Ultimate Choice for Employees, Contractors, and Partners
2. Pioneering Technology for Productivity and Quality
3. The Ripple Effect of Compassion
4. Navigating Sensitive Conversations at Work
5. Rethinking How We Discuss Suicide and Mental Health
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vince-hafeli-mba/
Website: https://www.ajaxpaving.com/
Twitter: https://twitte...
2023-08-231h 12Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#86 The Symbiotic Relationship with Franchisees w/ Sadie Lincoln, Co-Founder & CEO, barre3Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Sadie Lincoln (https://www.barre3.com/) is the Co-Founder and CEO of barre3, a fitness company focused on teaching people to be balanced in body and empowered from within.
In this episode, Sadie and Gary discuss:
1. Letting Go of Future Goals and Embracing the Present
2. Franchisees are Passionate Investors
3. Inclusion is a Collective Responsibility
4. Good Service Trumps Five-Star Ratings
5. Navigating Franchising for Startups
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sadie-lincoln-aa90726/
Website: https://www.barre3.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadielincoln/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ba...
2023-08-1259 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#85 Innovate or Stagnate: The Imperative for Business Survival w/ Ryan Sitton, Founder & CEO, PinnacleDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Ryan Sitton (https://pinnaclereliability.com/) is the founder and CEO of Pinnacle, a global data-driven reliability program provider with over 500 employees, as well as a prominent energy market data analytics specialist with a diversified experience in engineering, data science, invention, entrepreneurship, and writing.
In this episode, Gary and Ryan discuss:
1. The Journey of Constant Improvement
2. Building Businesses Beyond Individuals
3. Innovate or Stagnate: The Imperative for Business Survival
4. Re-Evaluating the Work-From-Home Approach
Website: https://pinnaclereliability.com/
LinkedIn Pinnacle: www.linkedin.com/company/pinnaclereliability
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2023-07-211h 13Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#84 Adapting to Uncertainty: Navigating Sales Challenges Amidst a Global Crisis w/ Scott Scully, Founder & CEO, Abstrakt Marketing GroupDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Scott Scully (https://www.abstraktmg.com/) is the Founder and CEO of Abstrakt Marketing Group with a main focus in the Marketing and Lead Generation space.
In this episode Gary and Scott discuss:
1. Recruiting Challenges: Finding Leaders Who Embrace Your Culture
2. Future-Proofing Your Business: The Importance of a Robust Sales Pipeline
3. The Link between Enterprise Value and Business Desirability
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2023-07-011h 07Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#83 The Power of Customer Engagement And Learning w/ Fardad Zabetian, Co-Founder & CEO, KudoDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Fardad Zabetian (https://kudoway.com/), CEO and Co-Founder of KUDO Inc., went from humble beginnings to building a global business empire. Learn about his journey, the challenges he faced, and the valuable lessons he has to share about entrepreneurship, innovation, and serving customers.
In this episode, Gary and Fardad discuss:
1. Landing Lucrative Contracts and Scaling
2. Lessons From Humble Beginnings
3. Speed and Adaptability: Key Factors for Success
4. The Power of Customer Engagement and Learning
LinkedIn: https://www.linke...
2023-06-271h 11Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#82 The Myth of Early Retirement w/ Nick Friedman, Co-Founder, College HUNKS Hauling JunkDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Nick Friedman (https://www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com/) is the Co-Founder and Visionary of College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving, North America's largest and fastest-growing junk removal and local moving franchise business.
In this episode, Gary and Nick discuss:
1. Beyond the Surface: Building Lasting Business Relationships
2. Balancing Warm And Fuzzy Values With Accountability
3. The Myth of Early Retirement
4. Achieving World Class Status in Business
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/collegehunkshaulingjunk/
Website: https://www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com/
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2023-06-141h 11Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#81 Mop Bucket Attitude In The Workplace w/ Adam Harris, CEO, CloudbedsDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Adam Harris is the Co-founder and CEO of Cloudbeds, the hospitality management platform powering more reservations and happier guests for lodging businesses worldwide. His people-centered leadership, alongside a fully remote, distributed workforce of 700+ people in more than 40+ countries, has grown Cloudbeds into a company that generates billions of dollars in revenue for tens of thousands of properties globally.
In this episode Gary Rabine and Adam Harris discuss:
1. Autonomy: The Ultimate Gift for Leaders
2...
2023-06-071h 07Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#80 The Importance of Regularly Discussing Core Values w/ Dr. Ivan Misner - Founder of BNIDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Dr. Ivan Misner (www.IvanMisner.com) is the Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, the world’s largest business networking organization. Founded in 1985, the organization now has over 10,900 chapters in 76 countries throughout every populated continent of the world.
In this episode, Gary and Ivan discuss:
Growing an International Organization
The Power of Core Values
The Impact of Relationships on Your Mental Space
How Technology Revolutionized the Paving Ind...
2023-05-251h 08Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#79 Using Entrepreneurship to Bend History In The Right Direction w/ Daniel Epstein | Founder and CEO of Unreasonable GroupDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Daniel Epstein (http://unreasonablegroup.com/), the Founder and CEO of Unreasonable Group. Daniel shares his long journey of building his portfolio of companies and supporting over 200 entrepreneurs who have raised more than $4B in financing, generated over $3B in revenue, and are impacting the lives of more than 400M individuals across 180+ countries.
In this episode Gary Rabine and Daniel Epstein discuss:
1. Finding Your Passion and Building a Business Around It
2. Using Entrepreneurship to Ben...
2023-05-171h 08Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#78 Feedback as a Core Value w/ Jeffrey Terry, CEO of GE HealthCare Command CentersDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Jeffrey Terry (https://www.gehccommandcenter.com/) is the founder and CEO of GE HealthCare Command Centers, a consulting and software business. For more than a decade, Terry has been at the forefront of transforming care delivery through network design, dynamic optimization, and process re-engineering.
In this episode, Gary and Jeff discuss:
Understand The Problem Before Jumping to Solutions
We Treat Customer Dissatisfaction Like a Home Invasion
Doership: Don’t Just Say it, do it!
Military Precision Meet...
2023-05-121h 05Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#77 The Importance of CEO Outreach In Shaping The Media Narrative w/ Greg Galant, CEO of Muck RackDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Greg Galant, co-founder and CEO of Muck Rack (https://muckrack.com/) and co-founder of the Shorty Awards (https://shortyawards.com/) talks about his journey to success - from building websites for businesses at 14, to starting his own podcast in 2005, way before the podcast industry exploded, to co-founding the Shorty Awards.
In this episode, Gary and Greg Galant discuss:
Shorty Awards
The Power of Shaping the Narrative
The Evolution of Job Titles in Startups
Scaling Up
LinkedIn: https://www.link...
2023-05-051h 01Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#76 The True Test of Leadership w/ Jack Hammond, U.S. Army Brigadier General (Retired)Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Jack Hammond (https://homebase.org/) is a retired U.S. Army Brigadier General with multiple combat commands and currently serves as the Chief Executive for the Home Base National Center of Excellence for Mental Health and Brain Injuries.
In this episode, Gary and Jack discuss:
● The Hidden Toll of War
● Reimagining Mental Health Care: From Stigma to Support
● Overcoming The Fear of Letting People Down
● Commit to Excellence...
2023-04-301h 25Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#75 The Importance of Having An Execution Team for Your Vision w/ Joe Riley, Founder & CEO at Patriot Family HomesDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Joe Riley (https://www.patriotfamilyhomes.com/) is a military hero and it is an honor to have him on the show. Not only did he serve his country with distinction, but he has also gone on to become a successful entrepreneur. We delve into Joe's upbringing, the reason he joined the military, and his experience serving our country. We also discuss the value of mentorship and how Joe is passing on his knowledge and experiences to help others on their ent...
2023-04-231h 17Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#74 Building Your Business To Grow Without You w/ Rupesh Sanghavi, Founder & CEO of ErgodeDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Rupesh Sanghavi (https://ergode.com/) is the Founder and CEO of Texas-based Ergode Inc, one of the top resellers on Amazon.com and Walmart.
In this episode, Gary and Rupesh discuss:
1. Build Your Business to Survive Your Absence
2. 10 Rules to Live By
3. Identifying New Business Opportunities
4. Building Wealth Through Employee Ownership
5. The American Dream of Entrepreneurship: Innovate, Risk, and Reward
Website: https://bosontech.ai/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rupeshsanghavi/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/twitFromRup
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2023-04-101h 10Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#73 Optimistic Inspiration = Successful Leadership w/ Tom Ryan, Founder and CEO of ICR (Integrated Corporate Relations)Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Tom Ryan is the founder of ICR (http://www.icrinc.com) and serves as its CEO. Throughout his career, Tom has analyzed companies from the perspective of a communications advisor and Wall Street Journal-ranked sell-side analyst, and these perspectives bring a unique dimension to his counsel.
In this episode, Gary and Tom discussed:
1. The Entrepreneurial Path: One Step Forward, Two Steps Back
2. Pivoting From a WallStreet Career
3. Your Company is Not Your Family
4. Going Pu...
2023-03-3159 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#72 Fear of Failure: Not an Option as a Fighter Pilot or Entrepreneur w/ Jeff Frient, Partner at Blue Marlin Partners, LLCDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Jeff Frient (https://www.bluemarpartners.com) is the managing partner of Blue Marlin Partners, a private investment firm in Washington, D.C. that invests in established lower middle-market businesses looking to substantially grow and realize shareholder value.
In this episode, Gary and Jeff Frient discuss:
1. Military Mindset in Business
2. War Time Leadership Lessons
3. Balancing Family and Career
4. Overcoming Fear of Failure
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-frient-28525b11/
Instagram: https...
2023-03-2358 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#71 Relationships Rule w/ Jay Laabs, CEO of Spaulding RidgeDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Jay Laabs, CEO of Spaulding Ridge, shares hard-learned lessons from life as a serial founder, acquirer, and board member of professional services firms. From defining value to measuring what matters most to firing clients, Jay offers priceless advice for his peers trying to create more valuable firms.
In this episode Gary Rabine and Jay Laabs discuss:
1. Importance Of Relationships In Business
2. All Business Is Personal
3. EOB In USA
4. Giving Back
LinkedIn: https://ww...
2023-03-171h 17Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#70 Inspiring Well Can Only Happen When You Hire Well w/ Matthew Massucci, Founder And CEO of HirewellDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Matt Massucci is the founder and CEO of Hirewell, a leading recruitment, and staffing firm in the United States. Hirewell is a global, tech-enabled Talent Solutions Provider. Hirewell is comprised of highly specialized recruiters in the highest-demand fields: Technology, Human Resources, Marketing, Supply Chain, Sales, Finance & Accounting, and Real Estate services.
In this episode, Gary and Matthew discuss:
Becoming an Extension of Your Client’s Business
Benefits of Offering Options For Your Clients
Relationship Sales - A Superior Way of C...
2023-03-0956 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#69 Life, Leadership, and the Road to a Billion Dollar Brand w/ Gary Rabine | Founder of Rabine GroupDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Gary Rabine (https://www.rabine.com/) talks about his focus on faith, family, freedom, and free enterprise. He is actively involved in fighting for the freedom and rights of American citizens by engaging with organizations like the Job Creators Network. Gary shares his vision for his businesses, including the goal to build world-class businesses that serve customers better than anyone else in the world.
In this episode Gary and Chris discuss:
● Job Creators Network
● Blue Ocean Strate...
2023-03-0150 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#68 Unlocking the Extreme Value of Veterans in Business w/ Lee Kirby, Chairman & Co-Founder of Salute Mission CriticalDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Lee Kirby (https://www.salutemissioncritical.com/) is the Chairman and Co-Founder of Salute Mission Critical, a premier global data center services company, launched in 2013 and founded to provide military veterans and their families with careers. He has dedicated himself to being a servant leader in the tech industry and changing the lives of military families worldwide.
In this episode, Lee and Gary discussed:
How to Hire The Right People For Your Business
Identifying Your Target Customer
Veteran Employment: Supporting Vet...
2023-02-2331 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#67 The Life of a Pathological Entrepreneur w/ Scott Painter | Founder and CEO of AutonomyDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Scott Painter (https://www.autonomy.com/) is the Founder and CEO of Autonomy and a serial entrepreneur in the automotive and technology industries who has founded dozens of disruptive companies over the past 25 years. In today’s podcast, Scott talks about his journey in the military, business, and automotive world.
In this episode Gary and Scott Painter discuss:
1. Military Leadership
2. The Trillion Dollar Car Industry
3. Future Of Electric Automobiles
4. Elon And Twitter
2023-02-141h 24Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#66 Multiple WAZE To Disruptive Innovation w/ Uri Levine, Co-Founder of WazeDownload Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Uri Levine (http://urilevine.com/) is the Founder and Chairman of Pontera and is a passionate serial entrepreneur and disruptor. He co-founded Waze, the world's largest community-based driving traffic and navigation app, with more than 500 million drivers around the globe, which was acquired by Google in June 2013 for more than US$1.1 billion.
Check out Uri's new book "Fall In Love With The Problem, Not The Solution" from https://urilevine.com/
In this episode, Gary and Uri discuss:
...
2023-01-311h 16Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#64 Gary RABINE Post Governors Run, New DDCEO Patriots Series w/Gary Rabine, Founder of Rabine GroupIn this comeback episode, Gary talks about his experience in the last Gubernatorial elections and how it shaped and changed his views on patriotism, leadership, and what it takes to truly be a leader for the next generation.
Gary Rabine (https://www.rabine.com/) is the founder of the Rabine Group, which includes 11 companies. Client satisfaction, innovation, and a desire to excel globally are the three main focuses of Rabine Group.
Gary's passion for mentoring and inspiring others also inspired him to launch the DitchDigger CEO podcast. He loves working out, golfing, wakeboarding, and practicing hi...
2022-12-141h 01Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#46 Mask-Free: The Foolproof Authenticity Model w/Michael Brody-Waite, Author and Motivational SpeakerMichael Brody-Waite (@mikebrodywaite) joins us to discuss how a life of Rigorous Authenticity can lead to genuine leadership, improved team effectiveness, and higher overall success. His Mask-Free Program, a system built on three principles inspired by his recovery from drug addiction, lays out a system that anyone can follow for concrete results.
Michael Brody-Waite is an award-winning CEO, tech-startup entrepreneur and recovering drug addict. In 2009, Brody-Waite left a Fortune 50 company to co-found and lead InQuicker, a healthcare SaaS company that allows patients to self-schedule appointments. His leadership grew the organization exponentially and landed InQuicker a spot on t...
2020-08-181h 41Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#45 Flaunt Your Flaws w/ Chris Joyce, Gusher FounderCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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Our goal is to inspire everyone to start their own business and help you grow it to millions or even billions in value so if you feel any benefit from this episode please let us know by leaving an iTunes review, sharing this episode on social media and emailing a li...
2020-08-041h 38Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#42 Build a Network to Defeat a Network w/ Anthony “Ozzie” Giglio, CEO/Dealer Principal of Windy City Motorcycle CompanyCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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Our goal is to inspire everyone to start their own business and help you grow it to millions or even billions in value so if you feel any benefit from this episode please let us know by leaving an iTunes review, sharing this episode on social media and emailing a li...
2020-06-231h 42Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#41 A Great Entrepreneur's Principals for Closing the Racial Income Gap w/ Robert Blackwell Jr, Founder of Quant16Check out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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Our goal is to inspire everyone to start their own business and help you grow it to millions or even billions in value so if you feel any benefit from this episode please let us know by leaving an iTunes review, sharing this episode on social media and emailing a li...
2020-06-091h 26Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#39 Culture = Who You Hire, Fire, & Reward w/ Marc Randolph, Netflix Co-FounderCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2020-05-121h 10Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#37 Maximizing the Value of a CEO With Exceptional Mentoring w/ Bonnie Low-Kramen, Founder and CEO of Ultimate Assistant TrainingCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
Follow us on Instagram @DitchDiggerCEO (https://www.instagram.com/ditchdiggerceo/) for more helpful Business Growth tips.
Our goal is to inspire everyone to start their own business and help you grow it to millions or even billions in value so if you feel any benefit from this episode please let us know by leaving an iTunes review, sharing this episode on social media and emailing a li...
2020-04-161h 24Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#36 Be the Best in the World at Anything, and You’ll Never Go Broke w/ Robert Blackwell Jr, Founder of Quant16Check out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
Follow us on Instagram @DitchDiggerCEO (https://www.instagram.com/ditchdiggerceo/) for more helpful Business Growth tips.
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2020-03-311h 42Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#34 Cultivating a Common Sense Culture w/ Scott Robinson, Registered Corporate Coach™Check out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2020-03-031h 20Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#33 Birth Date — Death Date. Your Dash Is Most Important w/ Bruce Leon, Founder and CEO of Tandem HRCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2020-02-181h 01Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#32 "Grease Cleaner CEO" w/ Michael Crafton, President and CEO of Nelbud Services GroupCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2020-02-041h 19Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#31 Big Problems Require Bigger Vision w/ Sylvie Légère, President of the Policy CircleCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2020-01-211h 23Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#29 Part 2 - Outside of What Box? w/ Kent Emmons, All-American Businessman and EntrepreneurCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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Our goal is to inspire everyone to start their own business and help you grow it to millions or even billions in value so if you feel any benefit from this episode please let us know by leaving an iTunes review, sharing this episode on social media and emailing a li...
2019-11-041h 01Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#29 Part 1 - Outside of What Box? w/ Kent Emmons, All-American Businessman and EntrepreneurCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
Follow us on Instagram @DitchDiggerCEO (https://www.instagram.com/ditchdiggerceo/) for more helpful Business Growth tips.
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2019-10-2853 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#28 India, Cancer Fighting & a "Respect All, Fear None" Culture w/ Gary, HostCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-10-071h 04Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#27 Part 2 - Success in Site, w/ Austin Rabine, Founder of SiteCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-09-3044 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#27 Part 1 - Success in Site, w/ Austin Rabine, Founder of SITECheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-09-2341 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#26 Part 2 - Building NCSA & the College Scholarship Industry, w/ Chris KrauseCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-08-1243 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#26 Part 1 - Building NCSA & the College Scholarship Industry w/ Chris KrauseCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-08-0545 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#25 Part 1 - Champion Culture Retains Top Performers - the Tasty Catering Way w/ Tom Walter, Founder of Tasty Catering"Hire people not only for skill, but for who they are. What kind of culture do they have?" - Tom Walter founder of Tasty Catering
Tom Walter (https://itsmycompanytoo.com/) is a serial entrepreneur, author, speaker, as well as a principal in numerous companies with over forty years of experience as an owner and operator in the service industry. He has learned a lot of life lessons from the start up of 32 companies, acquisition of three, sale of several, and—in a few cases—the termination of businesses, all in a broad spectrum of markets.
He st...
2019-07-0849 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#24 Part 1 - Curing the Incurable w/ Dr. Roberto Trujillo, Chairman & CEO of Trucytonics Institute & Neurocytonix, IncCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-06-1346 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#23 It’s Always About the People w/ Scott Mordell, CEO of Ypo Global"If we're going to be better tomorrow we've got to start opening ourselves to different thoughts in the most humble way we can." - Scott Mordell
I'm so excited to get my buddy Scott Mordell in front of my listeners.
Scott's an amazing guy. He's a leader of leaders. Starting out in the accounting world going to school for accounting in Michigan. Becoming an accountant at a big firm, and then having the opportunity to go to work for an entrepreneur organization like the Duchess group, being mentored by, just two great guys a father-son, te...
2019-05-291h 23Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#22 Throwback: "The Story of the Ditch Digger CEO" Interview w/ Gary Rabine, HostThe "Ditch Digger CEO" is a podcast for trailblazers. It’s about climbing to the top of the ladder no matter where you start. It's for those with big, bold ideas who want to learn from the experiences of some of the most successful people in the world. This is a show about those who grow their businesses from nothing to million- or even billion-dollar enterprises.
Often beginning their journey in ‘dead-end’ jobs, as single parents, or working multiple part-time gigs with only their grit and work ethic to work with.
Our guests are shining examples...
2019-05-061h 37Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#21 Venezuelan Immigrant to American Tech Titan w/ Jose Vargas, Entrepreneur and InvestorCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-04-221h 34Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#20 Vietnamese Refugee to American Soldier to Servant-Entrepreneur w/ Francis Q. Hoang, EntrepreneurCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-04-211h 04Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#18 Road to a Billion Dollar Valuation and a 007 Like Car Collection w/ Stéphane RambaudCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-03-181h 11Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#17 Three Generations of Rock & Roll and Raynor Doors, w/ Ray H. Neisewander III, Chairman and CEO for Raynor Worldwide, IncCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-03-111h 19Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#15 From $4 Caddy to Stock Market Wizard w/ Tony Saliba, CEO at Matrix Holding GroupCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-02-251h 33Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#14 NYPD Leader at Ground Zero 9/11 and Chicago PD, Next Step Chicago Mayor w/ Garry MccarthyCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-02-041h 09Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#13 Turning Points Into Action w/ Charlie Kirk, Founder of Turning Point USACheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2019-02-011h 45Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#10 Passion & Innovation = 1,000% Growth in 4 Years w/ Nick Mathey, CEO and Founder of Pipe View AmericaCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2018-12-231h 02Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#6 Manure Mucker to 5th Largest IPO in US History w/ Dennis Barsema, President & CEO of Redback NetworksCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2018-11-231h 36Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#4 Founding Redbox + Building Culture at Halo Investing w/ Biju Kulathakal, Entrepreneur & Angel InvestorCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2018-11-091h 07Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#3 Soldier to Global Entrepreneur w/ John Deblasio, Global Entrepreneur & PhilanthropistCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth strategies and subscribe to our newsletter to download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business.
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2018-11-041h 12Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#2 Freaky Fast Success w/ Jimmy John, Founder of Jimmy John's Sandwiches ChainCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth Tips and to download Gary’s 13 Keys To Sustained Business Growth.
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2018-10-2851 minDitch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine#1 The Story of the Ditch Digger CEO Interview w/ Gary Rabine, HostCheck out https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ for this week's TOP 8 Business Growth Tips and to download Gary’s 13 Keys To Sustained Business Growth.
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