Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers

RISE Commercial District
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'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. 

  1. Sep 22

    Building a Business That Can Grow: Sales, Marketing, Leadership

    If more business came your way tomorrow, would you be ready for it? In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers brings together highlights from three conversations about building a business that can support growth. Dan Faber of Lucian explores repeatable sales systems for trade and service businesses. Rachel Coverdale of Coverdale Consulting connects marketing strategy to customers and revenue. Jim Sapp of RISE Commercial District shares a leadership perspective on delegation and helping teams take on more responsibility.  Together, these conversations offer a practical way to assess how you sell, market, and lead, and decide where your business needs attention next. Listen for one change you can make now to better prepare for what comes next. In this episode you’ll learn: Why a repeatable sales process matters when the owner is balancing multiple responsibilities.How understanding your ideal customer helps connect marketing and sales.Why marketing performance needs to be considered alongside business results.How delegation and team development support a growing company.How to choose one manageable next step rather than trying to address every growth challenge at once.As you head into Q4, it’s time to think about what is required to take that next step. As a leader, you may recognize opportunities in all three areas. Want a deeper dive? All of these episodes were featured in our Smart Business Summer series. Listen here: - How to Build a Repeatable Sales Process for Trade & Service Businesses with Dan Faber of Lushin - Marketing That Drives Revenue: Rachael Coverdale on Sales Alignment, ICPs, AI, and Finding the Right Marketing Partner - Scaling Smarter with Founder & CEO Jim Sapp: Leadership Teams, Mentors, Small Bets, and the Story Behind RISE Commercial District - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with Pat Rodgers on LinkedIn Learn more about RISE Commercial District Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn Build Boldly is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

  2. Sep 8

    From Garage Side Hustle to Growth: Jake Trejo of Oakley and Hyde on Building and Scaling an Event Rental Business

    What does it really look like to grow a business from a home-based hobby into a scaling commercial operation? In this episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers sits down with Jake Trejo, co-owner of Oakley and Hyde, a Cincinnati-based event rental and fabrication company creating custom pieces for weddings, corporate events, brand activations, and experiences across the Midwest. Jake shares how he and his wife built Oakley and Hyde from a creative side project into a growing business. And they did it all while balancing full-time jobs, young kids, weekend events, late-night builds, and the constant pressure of needing more space. Pat and Jake talk about the realities of scaling a small business: knowing when your garage is holding you back, reinvesting every dollar, moving from custom-only work into more repeatable inventory, creating a better client experience, and deciding when it is time to take the next risk. Jake also shares how RISE helped Oakley and Hyde move out of the house and into a more professional, predictable, and flexible space, which gave them room to store inventory, meet clients, load their van, work in a cleaner environment, and grow with more confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Oakley and Hyde grew from a home-based hobby into a scaling event rental and fabrication businessWhy space can become a major bottleneck for growing small businessesHow Jake and his wife balance full-time jobs, family, and entrepreneurshipWhy reinvesting back into the business helped accelerate growthWhat they learned from moving out of the garage and into a commercial spaceHow predictable costs and flexible space can reduce risk for early-stage businessesWhy delegation may be the next big leap for growing operatorsHow to know when it is time to stop making do and start building for the next stageIf you are a founder, operator, maker, contractor, creative business owner, or entrepreneur trying to grow beyond your garage, this conversation is a practical and honest look at what it takes to keep building, one smart leap at a time. Learn more: @oakleyandhydedesigns - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with Pat Rodgers on LinkedIn Learn more about RISE Commercial District Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn Build Boldly is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

  3. Aug 25

    What Tenants Really Say: RISE District Managers on Flexible Space, Amenities & Small Business Growth

    What should small business owners ask before leasing warehouse, office, or flex space? In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers sits down with four RISE Commercial District managers for a practical, behind-the-scenes conversation about what prospective tenants really want to know before choosing a business space. Together, Jay in Dublin, Akeem in Lewis Center, Neil in Toledo, and Avery in Greenwood share the questions business owners ask on tours, from shipping and receiving to 24/7 access, Google Business visibility, lease flexibility, climate control, garage door clearance, security, trash, signage, parking, and common area maintenance. They also share real tenant stories that show how RISE spaces support e-commerce brands, contractors, trades, salons, food trucks, wholesalers, satellite teams, and growing local businesses. In this episode, you’ll learn: What prospective tenants should ask before signing a commercial leaseWhy flexible lease terms and scalable spaces matter for growing businessesHow RISE supports shipping, receiving, deliveries, and forklift accessWhy 24/7 access, secure gated properties, and on-site managers create peace of mindWhat amenities tenants often forget to ask about, including trash, restrooms, conference rooms, and maintenanceHow RISE locations support e-commerce, trades, contractors, salons, and local service businessesWhy tenant community can become a powerful resource for referrals, collaboration, and supportWhether you’re moving out of your garage, graduating from self-storage, expanding your service business, or looking for a more professional home base, this episode gives you a real-world look at what makes RISE a launchpad for growing small businesses. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with Pat Rodgers on LinkedIn Learn more about RISE Commercial District Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn Build Boldly is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

  4. Aug 11

    Podcasting as a Content Engine: Storytelling and Trust with Anthony Palmer of Palm Tree Pod Co.

    In this special behind-the-scenes episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers sits down with Anthony Palmer, CEO and founder of Palm Tree Pod Co., the production partner behind the Build Boldly podcast. Pat and Anthony get into why RISE created Build Boldly, how the show has evolved, and how businesses can use podcasts and long-form content to build trust, share customer stories, and create a content engine that supports marketing, sales, SEO, and community building. Anthony explains why podcasting is not just about audio anymore. A single conversation can become a full ecosystem of content. He also shares why the most effective content is often the most authentic. It’s the kind that helps people feel seen, educated, connected, and understood. Pat and Anthony discuss: Why every business has a story worth tellingHow podcasts help companies build trust without hard-sellingWhy niche content can be more valuable than chasing massive audiencesHow one podcast episode can fuel social media, email, blogs, YouTube, and SEOWhy customer stories are such powerful marketing assetsHow small teams can start creating content without overcomplicating itWhy consistency, systems, and support matterWhat business owners should stop doing when creating contentWhether you’re a founder, operator, service provider, or small business owner wondering how to show up online with more purpose, this episode offers a practical look at how content can become a long-term growth engine. Learn more: palmtreepodco.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with Pat Rodgers on LinkedIn Learn more about RISE Commercial District Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn Build Boldly is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

  5. Jul 28

    Franchising for Smarter Growth: Anna Dey on Multi-Brand Expansion, Risk, Funding, and Building Exit Value

    Franchising is not just a way to buy a business. For the right entrepreneur, it can be a strategy to scale smarter, reduce risk, build recurring revenue opportunities, and create long-term enterprise value. In this episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers sits down with Anna Dey, franchise consultant, multi-brand operator, and founder of Franspot, to unpack how franchising can help entrepreneurs move from startup chaos to a more structured, supported path for growth. Pat and Anna explore how operators can think strategically about growth, whether that means going deeper within one brand and market, expanding across complementary brands, or leveraging an existing customer base to create multiple revenue streams. They also discuss the financial realities of franchising, including startup costs, net worth requirements, funding options, risk tolerance, and why working with a franchise consultant can help entrepreneurs filter through the noise and find the right fit. In this episode, you’ll learn: The difference between a franchisor and a franchiseeHow franchising can create structure, support, and scalabilityWhy some owners grow through depth while others grow through widthWhat to consider before investing in a franchise opportunityHow funding, net worth, and risk tolerance shape franchise decisionsHow a franchise consultant can help simplify the evaluation processIf you’re an entrepreneur, operator, or service business owner looking for a smarter way to scale, this conversation offers a practical framework for evaluating franchising as a path to growth, liquidity, and long-term business value. Learn more: thefranspot.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with Pat Rodgers on LinkedIn Learn more about RISE Commercial District Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn Build Boldly is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

  6. Jul 14

    Meta Ads for Small Business: Nicole Eldridge on Facebook Ads, Instagram Ads, Retargeting & Lead Follow-Up

    Most buyers are not ready to buy the first time they see your business. In this episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers sits down with Nicole Eldridge, Meta ads strategist and founder of Nicole Eldridge Media, to break down how small businesses can use Facebook and Instagram ads to build visibility, nurture leads, and drive real sales. Nicole specializes in helping small and local businesses run effective Meta ad campaigns, from creative and targeting to retargeting, tracking, and SMS follow-up. In this conversation, she explains why Meta is still one of the most powerful advertising platforms for entrepreneurs, especially when businesses understand how to reach the 97% of buyers who are not ready to purchase yet. You’ll learn: Why Facebook and Instagram ads still matter for small businessesHow to create Meta ads that do not feel like traditional adsWhy simple video and problem-focused creative often outperform polished flyersHow retargeting helps businesses stay in front of warm audiencesWhy the Meta Pixel matters for tracking, optimization, and better ad performanceHow SMS follow-up can increase lead conversionWhat realistic timelines look like for Meta ad campaignsHow to choose the right Facebook and Instagram ads partnerNicole also shares why business owners need to understand the basics of Meta ads so they can make better decisions, avoid bad partners, and stop wasting ad spend, even if they plan to outsource. For Build Boldly listeners, Nicole is offering a free Meta ads mini-course with the code BOLDLY, find it here: nicoleeldridgemedia.com If you are a founder, operator, contractor, service provider, or small business owner trying to get more from your marketing budget, this episode gives you a practical starting point for building Meta ads that support long-term growth. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with Pat Rodgers on LinkedIn Learn more about RISE Commercial District Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn Build Boldly is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

  7. Jun 30

    Branding vs. Marketing: Riley Best on Building Trust, Consistent Messaging, and a Brand That Converts

    If your business looks smaller online than it is in real life, your brand may be costing you opportunities. In this episode of Build Boldly, host Pat Rodgers sits down with graphic and digital designer Riley Best to break down the difference between branding and marketing, and why both matter for small businesses, service companies, and growing brands trying to be found, trusted, and chosen. Pat and Riley unpack why marketing helps people discover your business, while branding shapes how they feel once they find you. From websites and social media to Google Business profiles, online reviews, email domains, and visual identity, they explain how every digital touchpoint either builds trust or creates doubt. You'll learn:  The difference between branding and marketing  Why brand consistency directly impacts sales and conversions  How outdated websites and scattered visuals can hurt credibility  Why small businesses need clear messaging before scaling marketing  How to define who you help, what problem you solve, and why customers should care  Practical branding-on-a-budget steps for business owners  When to evolve your brand without alienating your core audience  How AI, search behavior, reviews, and digital research are changing the way customers evaluate businesses If you’re relying on referrals but want to grow beyond word-of-mouth, this episode gives you a practical starting point for building a stronger brand foundation that helps the right customers find you, trust you, and take action. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with Pat Rodgers on LinkedIn Learn more about RISE Commercial District Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn Build Boldly is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

  8. Jun 16

    Scaling Smarter with Founder & CEO Jim Sapp: Leadership Teams, Mentors, Small Bets, and the Story Behind RISE Commercial District

    In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers sits down with entrepreneur and RISE Commercial District founder Jim Sapp to unpack the lessons behind scaling multiple high-growth businesses. Jim shares how he grew Indie Lube to 50 locations across the Midwest, why he learned early that no founder can scale alone, and how that experience helped shape the vision for RISE Commercial District. From hiring key leaders in operations, sales, finance, and accounting to building a bench of mentors across real estate, finance, and leadership, Jim offers practical insight for business owners navigating growth. Pat and Jim also talk about how to test new ideas without overextending, why small bets can protect your business from expensive mistakes, and how to know when it’s time to let go of control, failed experiments, or team members who are not aligned with the company’s future. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why founders need to build around key roles earlyHow mentors and advisors help de-risk big decisionsWhy passion and ownership matter when hiringHow to test ideas before investing too heavilyWhy leadership is about communication, not controlHow RISE Commercial District grew from real entrepreneurial lessonsIf you’re a founder, operator, or small business owner trying to scale beyond yourself, this conversation is packed with hard-earned advice on leadership, team building, mentorship, and smart growth. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Connect with Pat Rodgers on LinkedIn Learn more about RISE Commercial District Website | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn Build Boldly is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

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'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. 

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    RISE Commercial District
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
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