In this episode, Jack is flying solo and speaks with Rory Tyer, a new owner of an independent garden center in South Carolina, about his journey in entrepreneurship through acquisition. Rory shares his experiences and challenges in acquiring and operating a local nursery, discussing factors such as location, customer demographics, and the dynamics of retail vs. wholesale businesses.

The conversation also touches on the significant learning curve, managing inventory, and engaging in new marketing strategies such as an SP club and local school partnerships.

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Rory Tyer: @rorytyer on Twitter

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John Wilson, CEO of Wilson Companies
Jack Carr, CEO of Rapid HVAC

#147 - From Customer to Owner: The Journey into Business Acquisition and Ownership

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