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Young, Driven & Getting Sh!t Done: Riley’s Road to Building a Business

GSD with Jeni

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0:53
Skip Intro
1:22
Riley's Inspiring Backstory
4:16
Going Viral and Building a Business
6:33
The Evolution of Riley's Rebuilds
10:07
College Life
12:27
The SEMA Great Race Experience
19:04
Finding Balance and Protecting your Peace
21:40
Goal Setting & Future Vision
25:14
Embrace Your Weird
GSD with Jeni
Young, Driven & Getting Sh!t Done: Riley’s Road to Building a Business
Dec 11, 2025 Season 1 Episode 28
Jeni Bukolt

In this SEMA special edition episode of GSD with Jeni, 20-year-old entrepreneur Riley Schlick-Trask —founder of Riley’s Rebuilds—shares how a $300 garage hobby turned into a viral carburetor rebuilding business that’s shaking up the automotive industry. Riley opens up about the grit behind her journey, from learning independence in her dad’s shop to hiring friends as her business exploded overnight. 

She talks candidly about navigating college while running a company, the power of networking at events like SEMA, and the role of community support in helping young women break barriers. With insights on overcoming challenges, embracing individuality, and finding balance through self-care, Riley’s story is a must-listen for anyone driven by passion and ready to get sh!t done.