The Rental Roundtable

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The Rental Roundtable

Welcome to The Rental Roundtable, a podcast hosted by Quipli where industry leaders share insights and strategies for success in the equipment rental business. Join us for engaging discussions on topics such as scaling your rental business, optimizing cash flow, overcoming equipment shortages, and building a high-performing team. Get ready to gain valuable knowledge and take your rental business to new heights.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Rental Roundtable #36: ARA Highlights & 2025 Sneak Peek

    Welcome to the first Rental Roundtable episode of 2025! 🎉 This week, we’re joined by Lauren Watts Mau from the American Rental Association (ARA). Tune in for an in-depth look at: ✅ The upcoming ARA Show 2025 ✅ Exciting updates on Women in Rental initiatives ✅ ARA's work addressing equipment theft ✅ Honoring longstanding ARA members with over 60 years of dedication This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone in the equipment rental industry. Get ready for a deep dive into the ARA's role in shaping the industry and what’s ahead for 2025.

    42 min

  2. JAN 16

    Rental Industry Insights for 2025 and Beyond

    Join Kyle Clements, CEO of Quipli, as he flips the script in this special webinar hosted by Lauren Mau from the American Rental Association (ARA). In this conversation, Kyle shares his insights on the future of the rental industry, including trends for 2025 and beyond. He discusses the growing role of AI in rental operations, the importance of tech integration, and how these shifts will impact businesses over the next five years. Tune in for valuable perspectives on where the industry is heading!

    29 min

  3. 12/19/2024

    Rental Roundtable #35: From $0 to Multi-Million Success

    In this episode of the Rental Roundtable, Bryan Peters, President of AdvanceTrac Equipment, shares his inspiring journey of bootstrapping a rental business from $0 to multi-million-dollar success in just four years. What you’ll learn: ✅ Starting from Scratch: How Bryan balanced a full-time job, family, and launching a business without external funding. ✅ Scaling to Multi-Million Revenue: Discover the innovative marketing and growth strategies that fueled his success. ✅ Managing Dealer, Rental, and Re-Rental: Learn the challenges and advantages of running multiple revenue streams under one roof.

    46 min

  4. 12/18/2024

    Rental Roundtable #34: Building a Thriving Equipment Rental Business in Canada

    Canadian rental businesses - look no further! In this episode of the Rental Roundtable, we had on Achille Ettorre, Owner of GTA Equipment Rentals. He shared expert advice on scaling a rental business by mastering the interplay of people, process, and technology. What we covered: ✅ Future of Rental in Canada: Key market trends, CRM tools, and supply chain strategies for success. ✅ Succession Planning: Learn how to plan for the next generation or position your business for acquisition. ✅ Pillars of Success: Boost productivity by 40% with streamlined processes and the right tech balance. ✅ Measuring Success: Understand the key metrics—like return on assets and customer segmentation—that drive growth.

    49 min

  5. 11/19/2024

    Rental Roundtable #33: Protecting Your Rental Business - Theft Prevention with Detective Jim Dietz

    In this episode of the Rental Roundtable, we are joined by Retired Detective Sergeant Jim Dietz, a highly decorated law enforcement officer and winner of the ARA NER Award. He will be sharing his expert insights on preventing rental theft. This session will cover: ✅ Identifying and Qualifying Customers Learn best practices for vetting customers before they rent equipment, including how to check identification properly and spot red flags that signal potential risks. ✅ Fraudulent Identification and Credit Card Detection Explore proven methods for identifying fake IDs and fraudulent credit cards, as well as strategies to verify customer legitimacy and reduce fraud risks. ✅ Documenting Rental Transactions Understand why thorough documentation is key to protecting your business from fraud and theft, and get tips on what information to prioritize during rental transactions. ✅ Collaboration with Law Enforcement Discover the benefits of fostering strong relationships with local law enforcement and other rental businesses to improve theft prevention efforts and increase recoveries.

    57 min

  6. 11/15/2024

    Rental Roundtable #32: Responding to Disaster - Lessons from Hurricane Helene

    In this episode of the Rental Roundtable, we are joined by Warren Clayton, President of Asheville Hwy Rental and ARA of SC President, who brings firsthand experience from Hurricane Helene. We'll be discussing: ✅ From Lawyer to Rental Company Owner: An Unlikely Journey Warren’s unique path from practicing law to leading a rental company offers valuable lessons on adaptability and growth. While the focus is on disaster relief, we’ll also touch on his inspiring career transition and what drew him to the rental industry. ✅ Helping with Hurricane Helene – A Firsthand Account Hear from Warren Clayton about how Asheville Hwy Rental played a crucial role in supporting disaster relief during Hurricane Helene, providing essential equipment and assistance to affected communities in their time of need. ✅ How Rental Companies Keep Operating in a High-Stress Natural Disaster Running a rental company during a natural disaster requires not only resilience but also strategic planning. We'll discuss how rental businesses like Asheville Hwy Rental maintain operations under extreme pressure, ensuring the availability of critical equipment for disaster response while safeguarding their staff, assets, and operations. ✅ Preventing Theft During Disasters Natural disasters often create chaotic situations, increasing the risk of equipment theft. Warren will share strategies that Asheville Hwy Rental implemented to prevent theft during Hurricane Helene, including enhanced security measures, equipment tracking, and collaboration with local authorities to minimize losses. Learn more about the Rental Roundtable and listen to other episodes here: https://www.therentalroundtable.com/

    58 min

  7. 10/25/2024

    Rental Roundtable #31: Lessons from Uber for the Equipment Rental Industry

    In this episode of the Rental Roundtable, we are joined by Andres Potes, Head of Marketplace Operations for US and Canada at Uber. We dive into the fascinating parallels between the rental industry and the rideshare industry, exploring how the Uber model could reshape the future of equipment rental. This episode discusses: ✅ Bull Case: Why Uber for Equipment Rental is Inevitable Explore the reasons why the Uber model is set to revolutionize the equipment rental industry, including technological advancements, customer demand for convenience, and market trends favoring shared economies. ✅ Bear Case: Why Uber for Equipment Won't Happen Discuss the challenges and barriers that could prevent the Uber model from being successful in the equipment rental industry, such as logistical complexities, regulatory issues, and the nature of the equipment market. ✅ Considerations for Dynamic Pricing in Equipment Rental Understand how dynamic pricing strategies used by Uber can be adapted to the equipment rental industry. Learn about the benefits and challenges of implementing such pricing models and their potential impact on profitability and customer satisfaction. ✅ What Independent Rental Companies Can Learn from Uber Gain insights into best practices and innovative strategies from Uber that independent rental companies can adopt. Topics include customer experience optimization, operational efficiency, and leveraging technology to stay competitive. Learn more about the Rental Roundtable and listen to other episodes here: https://www.therentalroundtable.com/episodes

    46 min

  8. 10/11/2024

    Rental Roundtable #30: Efficiency and Growth Strategies for Your Rental Business

    In this episode of the Rental Roundtable, we are joined by Jack Beauparlant, Owner of Kingdom Equipment and Trailers in Danville, Vermont, to discuss: ✅ All Things Efficiency: Creative Solutions for Maximizing Utilization Jack’s entire approach revolves around efficiency, from finding ways to get more out of existing resources to scaling the business without expanding his team.   ✅ Growing the Right Way: Finding the Right Customers Learn how Kingdom Equipment has achieved significant growth by attracting the right customers and fostering behaviors that drive success.   ✅ Intelligent Fleet Management: A Sustainable Approach to Asset Growth Discover how Jack’s strategic methods for purchasing, managing, and selling assets have fueled Kingdom’s consistent and sustainable expansion. Learn more about the Rental Roundtable and listen to other episodes here: https://www.therentalroundtable.com/episodes

    58 min
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Welcome to The Rental Roundtable, a podcast hosted by Quipli where industry leaders share insights and strategies for success in the equipment rental business. Join us for engaging discussions on topics such as scaling your rental business, optimizing cash flow, overcoming equipment shortages, and building a high-performing team. Get ready to gain valuable knowledge and take your rental business to new heights.

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    Quipli
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    39
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