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The Boardroom Buzz: Grow, Sell, or Exit

The Boardroom Buzz
Pest Control
Pest Control Industry
Entrepreneurship
Mergers and Acquisitions
Leadership
Private Equity
Company Culture
Door-To-Door Sales
Covid-19
Employee Retention
Negotiation
Business Growth
Eagles Nest
Accountability
Lajaunie Pest Control
Logistics
Employee Engagement
Acquisitions
Potomac Pest Control Group
Recruitment Strategies

Boardroom Buzz is the straight-talk playbook for owners who built their service businesses from the crawlspace up and want to master the next move—whether that’s doubling down on growth or preparing for a life-changing exit.

Hosted by Jason & Jeremy Julio—“The Blue-Collar Twins” who turned a service-truck start-up into a multimillion-dollar success—and mentored by veteran deal-maker Paul Giannamo... more

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In this episode of Boardroom Buzz, Bill and Sarah share their inspiring journey from starting their pest control company in a basement to achieving over ten million dollars in annual revenue. They discuss the importance of core values, strategic grow... more

Explore Brian Hopkins’ journey from firefighter to successful entrepreneur in pest control and pool care industries. Gain insights into organic growth, strategic branding, team management, and adapting to industry challenges without heavy marketing. ... more

Discover how Luke transitioned from an FBI analyst to leading a booming pest control business, scaling to nearly $24 million in revenue. Gain insights on effective marketing, team management, and the mindset needed to transform challenges into growth... more

Explore Byron's inspiring story of taking over his family's pest control business at 22, navigating debt, and growing it to a $5 million company through innovative micro acquisitions, branding, and community-focused culture. Discover his insights on ... more

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Recent Guests

Luke Lewis
Founder and president of Native Pest Management
Native Pest Management
Episode: The Hidden Truth About Scaling a Saturated Pest Control Market
Byron Barnes
Owner of Barnes Exterminating
Barnes Exterminating
Episode: Why Avoiding Debt Made Byron Barnes the Youngest Millionaire Pest Control CEO
Tim Whitt
Corporate veteran who started Pied Piper Pest and Lawn and author of Infested
Pied Piper Pest and Lawn / Author of Infested
Episode: How Asking 'Why Not?' Transformed My Business and Can Change Yours Too
David DeStefano
CEO, Digital Building Consultants
Digital Building Consultants
Episode: The Truth About Building a Relational Business in a Transactional World
Ralph Citarella Jr.
President of Bayonne Exterminating
Bayonne Exterminating
Episode: How a 100-Year Family Business Evolved Through Generations of Challenges
Carmen Reno
Owner of Anchor Pest Control, New Jersey
Anchor Pest Control
Episode: The Surprising Shift from Commercial Dominance to Residential Profitability
Alan Draper
Pest control operator turned serial entrepreneur and host of Bug Bucks influences
Founder/CEO engaging in Bug Bucks, Proof, Lizard, and related ventures
Episode: How Failure Fueled Allan Draper's Multi-Million Dollar Success in Pest Control
Eric Triplett
The Pond Digger, pond and water feature entrepreneur
The Pond Digger / Deep End with Eric Triplett
Episode: From Big Ponds to Big Leaps: Eric Triplett's Story of Innovation and Tenacity
Chad Louk
Owner of Prodigy Pest Control
Prodigy Pest Control
Episode: From Door to Door to Industry Leader: Chad Louk's Pest Control Journey

Hosts

Jason Julio
Co-host and lead interviewer; co-founder of The Boardroom Buzz; known for deep-dive questions and deal-focused conversations.
Jeremy Julio
Co-host and facilitator; co-hosted multiple episodes; known for his practical and strategic sponsorship of growth conversations.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 213 ratings
  • Great Show

    The Boardroom Buzz has quickly become one of my favorite listens in the pest control industry. Each episode features high-quality guests - owners and founders who bring real-world experience and insight. Jeremy does an outstanding job leading the conversations; his thoughtful questions pull out practical strategies, lessons learned, and perspectives you don’t hear anywhere else.

    What I love most is the natural flow of the episodes. They’re informative without ever feeling forced, and each one s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pestpros-ThePrez
    United States10 months ago
  • Loving it!

    As a pest control business owner, this is one of the best podcasts I have been able to listen to. Really enjoying the insights both from Paul on the way he looks at and evaluates businesses, and also from the business owners who have been among the most successful in our industry. It seems like at least once and usually multiple times in every podcast I find a nugget that I can implement right now to improve my business, or I find a new perspective I hadn’t considered before that broadens my und... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jrtoone
    United States2 years ago
  • Good job!

    This helped me in learning a lot about the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mりり
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Thanks for always providing great material! And thanks for keeping it free!  we will continue to listen for years to come 

    Audible
    5
    Hank Baker
    United States3 years ago
  • Fat Pat

    Thanks for always providing great material! And thanks for keeping it free!  we will continue to listen for years to come 

    Audible
    5
    Hank Baker
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests often provide valuable strategies for scaling, branding, and governance in blue-collar service industries.
Hosts are commended for asking tough, actionable questions and maintaining high production quality.
Listeners praise high-quality guests who are founders and operators with real-world growth and exit experience.
Audience notes the show consistently delivers practical insights that listeners can apply to their business immediately.

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The Hidden Truth About Scaling a Saturated Pest Control Market
Q: How did the pricing and branding shift impact growth?
By pricing at the top of the market and branding as premium, Native Pest Management differentiated itself, increased perceived value, and boosted closing rates; this premium positioning was a major driver of growth especially during the COVID period.
The Hidden Truth About Scaling a Saturated Pest Control Market
Q: What was Luke's initial vision for growth when he started Native Pest Management?
He aimed to grow beyond a lifestyle business from day one, setting targets to expand and eventually reach substantial scale, but the realization that rapid growth required formal systems and leadership came gradually as the business evolved.
Why Avoiding Debt Made Byron Barnes the Youngest Millionaire Pest Control CEO
Q: What did it look like when you first took over the business at 22?
The company was in debt and insolvent, with a lack of planning after my father's death; I focused on consolidating debt, negotiating with suppliers, and restructuring ownership so we could move forward without crippling financial risk.
How a 100-Year Family Business Evolved Through Generations of Challenges
Q: What was the key turning point that helped you move from the son of the owner to a trusted leader in the company?
Joining NJPMA leadership programs, starting as Ralph Jr., and proving capability through professional involvement opened doors beyond Bayonne Exterminating and established credibility as a leader.
How a 100-Year Family Business Evolved Through Generations of Challenges
Q: Did you always intend to come back to the family business after starting college and working in different roles?
I left for college after my parents' divorce, explored bartending and restaurant management, but ultimately returned with a plan to become a managing partner and take ownership over time.

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What is The Boardroom Buzz: Grow, Sell, or Exit about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A business-focused show that translates real-world transactions and valuation levers into practical takeaways for service-based owners aiming to grow or exit. Across deep-dive episodes, listeners hear how founders built blue-collar and family-led firms, navigated growth, branding, operations, and governance, and prepared for potential exits or major pivots. The hosts emphasize actionable tactics, from franchising and culture to acquisitions and market dynamics, with frequent guests who are longstanding operators, growth-focused entrepreneurs, and leaders in niche service sectors. A standout element is the recurring focus on middle-market exits and the practical playbook for profitability, cash flow, and strategic positioning in competitive ... more

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1. Luke Lewis
2. Byron Barnes
3. Tim Whitt
4. David DeStefano
5. Ralph Citarella Jr.
6. Carmen Reno
7. Alan Draper
8. Eric Triplett

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