Between Two Stops
Welcome to Between Two Stops! Hosted by Niki Acosta of Skimmer, this short-format podcast delivers valuable insights and practical advice for pool service and repair professionals. Discover a wealth of industry and business knowledge and perspectives to help you business thrive! Subscribe now and never miss an episode!
Between Two Stops
Building a Valuable Pool Service Company with Casey Graham of Yummy Pools
In this episode of Between Two Stops, host Niki Acosta welcomes Casey Graham, successful entrepreneur and co-founder of Yummy Pools, to break down how to build a pool service business that’s not just profitable — but truly valuable.
Drawing from his book From Skimming to Scaling, Casey reveals the five critical areas that private equity firms evaluate when determining a company’s worth — and how you can strengthen each one to position your business for long-term success or a future sale.
💡 Discover how to:
- Understand what makes your business attractive to investors
- Strengthen your financial profile, from revenue to recurring income
- Improve operations with systems, training, and team structure
- Boost your customer base quality and retention metrics
- Cultivate a strong company culture and leadership foundation
- Align your owner mindset and deal dynamics to maximize valuation
Whether you’re preparing for growth, planning an exit, or simply want to future-proof your company, this conversation delivers the roadmap to building a high-value pool business that works — with or without you.
Looking for the Private Equity checklist Casey mentioned? Get it here.
And don't miss his FREE audiobook and ebook, From Skimming to Scaling here.