Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers
'Build Boldly' dives deep into the experiences of entrepreneurs and operators alike with Pat Rodgers, Chief Revenue Officer of RISE Commercial District. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale up, this podcast is your go-to resource for real stories and tangible advice to help you move your business forward. Tune in every two weeks to learn from those who’ve been there. If you’re ready to build, build boldly. Subscribe now and let’s get to work.
Episodes
16 episodes
How Mike Bowman Balances Local Autonomy with National Strength in Disaster Recovery at BMS CAT Restoration
What happens when a disaster strikes and you need a recovery team that can move fast, but also understands the local landscape? In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rogers sits down with Mike Bowman of BMS CAT, a national leader in res...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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27:32
Leases, Lies, and Lost Potential: What Every Small Business Needs to Know Before Signing
Commercial leases can make or break a growing business, and yet too many entrepreneurs walk into them blind. In this solo episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers pulls back the curtain on the most common misconceptions around commercial leasi...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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16:04
Side Hustle to Industry Leader: How NEAT Audio Scaled Playback Systems for 300+ Touring Acts
What does it take to bet on yourself and build a business from scratch? Especially one that powers the live shows of Post Malone, 21 Pilots, and hundreds of touring artists? In this episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers sits down with TJ Be...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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45:48
Essential Tech Foundations for Small Business Growth with IT Expert Marcus Livers
From AI, cybersecurity, to MSP strategy, IT has the ability to make or break your business. In this episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers is joined by Marcus Livers, Director of RISE Connect and resident IT expert, for a crash course in bui...
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51:59
From Website Fail to Digital Growth: Finding the Right Web Partner with Bradley Givens of Expedition
After a costly misstep with the wrong web development partner, host Pat Rodgers from RISE sits down with the person who helped turn it all around, Bradley Givens, CEO of Expedition. In this episode of Build Boldly, the...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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48:30
Fail Fast and Fix Faster: What to Do When Your Vendor Fails You (and How to Come Out Ahead)
What happens when it all goes sideways? In this special solo episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers shares a raw, behind-the-scenes look at a major misstep: a website launch that went completely off the rails. What started as a promising pro...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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7:41
Blaine Yoquelet on Revitalizing Fort Wayne Printing's 120-Year-Old Legacy
Print is far from dead. In this episode, host Pat Rodgers sits down with Blaine Yoquelet, the dynamic owner of Fort Wayne Printing, to explore the evolution of this 120-year-old family business into a modern print powerhouse. Blaine discusse...
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Season 1
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42:58
Signal Strength: Justin Ressler on Building Lite Comm from Military Precision to Telecom Success
For Justin Ressler, military precision translated into entrepreneurial success. In this episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers sits down with Justin, founder of Lite Comm, a veteran-owned business specializing in FAA lighting compliance with...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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38:31
Lessons from the Startup Tech Trenches with Jeff Wraley of Groundwork
Jeff Wraley, CEO and founder of Groundwork, is here to bring a unique perspective to the table, merging his contracting background with innovative software solutions to revolutionize the sales process for home service providers. In this episode...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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56:36
Blueprint for Resilience: Ryan Pape on Navigating Uncertainty and Marketing for Success with Archadeck
Before taking the leap with an Archadeck franchise, Ryan Pape felt his career had stagnated. In this episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers sits down with Ryan to explore his journey from starting a franchise to navigating the challenges of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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52:02
Expansion Tactics: How Blake Schneider Scaled Legacy Fire Protection from Ground Up
In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers interviews Blake Schneider, President of Legacy Fire Protection, about the dynamic growth and strategic expansion of the company. Originally a small division, Blake and his father acquired and transf...
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1:00:12
Corporate to Franchise: Why Paul Nichol Made the Leap to Floor Coverings International
Paul Nichol transitioned from a 25-year career at 3M to franchising with Floor Coverings International, a move he describes as the ‘best decision’ of his career. In this episode, host Pat Rodgers talks with Paul about how his extensive backgrou...
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26:51
Pipe Dreams to Reality: Building Albatross Plumbing from the Ground Up with Thomas Harding and Jacob Strong
Following job losses due to COVID, Thomas Harding and Jacob Strong launched their venture from a humble storage unit and have since advanced to a professional setup at RISE Commercial District. Their mantra for aspiring entrepreneurs: bet on yo...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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31:30
From Gears to Blooms: Patty Costlow’s Transition to Floral Design
Patty Costlow is a former mechanical engineer who turned her passion for floral arrangements into a thriving business, Florals by Patty. In this episode, Patty sits down with host Pat Rodgers to share her path from engineering to managing a suc...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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35:11
Going Viral with Foot Doctor Zach: Building Brands, Diversifying Income, and Using YouTube
Host Pat Rodgers welcomes Dr. Zach Thomas, known as ‘Foot Doctor Zach’ on YouTube, a board-certified podiatrist who has become a viral online sensation. In this episode, Zach details his journey from working in a traditional podiatry role to em...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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32:37