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Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine Gary Rabine
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4.9 • 315 Ratings
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Ditch Digger CEO is a podcast that will feed and grow your hunger for entrepreneurship.
This show chronicles those who have built their business from nothing to million or even billion dollar enterprises. Often with only grit and work ethic to rely on.
Gary Rabine is a serial entrepreneur who has started 25 companies over the past 20 years.
For business inquiries email PodcastDDCEO@gmail.com
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#111 Pioneering Eco-Friendly Solutions w/ Stuart Landesberg, Co-Founder & CEO, Grove Collaborative
Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Stuart Landesberg is the Co-Founder and CEO of Grove Collaborative, the leading digital-first brand & e-commerce platform for natural home and personal care. In today's episode, he delves into his journey from a sustainable upbringing to leading a top company in eco-friendly consumer products. Stuart also shares the obstacles of starting a business, the importance of a mission-driven culture, and strategic decisions that fueled Grove’s exponential growth to annual revenues surpassing $250 million per year.
In this episode, Gary and Stuart discuss:
1- The Problem with Single-Use Plastics
2- Building a World-Class Team
3- Leadership and Company Culture
4- Importance of a Mission-Driven Business
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartlandesberg/
Website: https://www.grove.co/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stu_Land
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#110 Navigating The Skies of Innovation w/ Dean Donovan, MD & Co-Founder, DiamondStream Partners
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Dean Donovan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-dean-donovan/), MD and Co-Founder of DiamondStream Partners shares his captivating journey from his early entrepreneurial days in Silicon Valley to leading global businesses and founding Mexico's largest low-cost airline, Volaris. Donovan dives deep into his experience in starting his entrepreneurial journey, his passion for technological innovation in aviation, and the importance of mentorship and resilient leadership.
In this episode, Gary and Dean discuss:
1- The Profound Impact of Early Ventures
2- The Future of Aerial Robotics and Investments
3- Technological Innovations in Aviation
4- The Importance of Early Boards for Small Companies
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-dean-donovan/
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diamondstream-partners/
Website: https://diamondstream.com/
Twitter: https://x.com/deandonovan?lang=en
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#109 Pavers Series: Paving a Path of Excellence W/ Mauro Comuzzi, President & CEO, The Paving Lady
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Mauro Comuzzi (https://pavinglady.com/ ), founder of 'The Paving Lady,' shares his incredible journey from Venezuela to building a reputable paving business in the USA. Mauro talks about his experiences in the paving industry, the importance of clear expectations, and his thoughts on business growth and leadership.
In this episode, Gary and Mauro discuss:
1. Mauro's Journey from Venezuela to Paving Success in the US
2. Business Philosophy and Leadership Insights
3. The Importance of Core Values in Business Growth
4. Innovative Approaches to Paving and Business Expansion
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauro-comuzzi-67a0188/
Website: https://pavinglady.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePavingLady/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepavinglady/?hl=en
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#108 From Ditch Digger to Aviation Mogul w/ Abdol Moabery, President and CEO, GA Telesis
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Abdol Moabery (https://twitter.com/AbdolMoabery), aviation leader and founder of GA Telesis, covers his journey from modest beginnings to steering his company through major crises like the 2008 financial downturn and the COVID-19 pandemic, notably without layoffs. Moabery highlights the importance of a lean operational model, prioritizing financial wisdom and linking revenue growth with employee stability.
In this episode, Gary and Abdol discuss:
1. Lessons on Adaptability
2. Strategic Foresight and Team Motivation
3. Importance of Resilience and Innovation
4. Sustaining Growth and Embracing Change
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abdol-m-6665763/
Website: https://www.gatelesis.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gatelesis
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbdolMoabery
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abdolmoabery
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#107 Pavers Series: Diamond in the Rough W/ Parker Perrien, CEO, Diamond Solutions, Inc
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Parker Perrien (https://www.thediamondsolutions.com/) is an exceptional entrepreneur with a compelling story of starting and growing a successful paving company, Diamond Solutions. From starting his business journey young to overcoming challenges, navigating personal trials, and achieving success. Parker shares insights into the evolution of his company. Parker also discusses the impact of technology on his business and his ambitious goals for future expansion and achieving a billion-dollar valuation.
In this episode, Gary and Parker discuss:
1. Importance of Mentorship
2. Role of Core Values in Building a Solid Team
3. Providing Excellent Customer Service
4. The Power of Delegation
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parker-perrien/
Website: https://www.thediamondsolutions.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParkerWP/
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#106 Building An Empire On Wheels W/ Rita Case, CEO and President, Rick Case Automotive Group
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Rita Case (https://rickcase.com/) shares her journey in the automotive industry, from the establishment of the Rick Case Automotive Group to becoming the largest woman-owned dealership in the U.S. Rita details the origins of her family's business, starting with her father's dealership and how she learned the ins and outs of the industry from a young age. Rita also highlights the significance of corporate culture, and education in business, and provides empowering advice for female entrepreneurs.
In this episode, Gary and Rita discuss:
1. Importance of Brand Pioneering
2. Customer Loyalty
3. Overcoming Challenges in a Male-Dominated Field
4. Importance of Culture
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickcasegroup/
Website: https://rickcase.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RickCaseAutoGroup
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rickcasegroup?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickcaseauto/
Rita's Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Our-Customers-Friends-Business-Community-ebook/dp/B007JN4IUY
Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on:
Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast
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Customer Reviews
It’s The American Way
I love that all the guests and interviews are based all on their stories of hard work and perseverance. Guests are all similar in the fact that they created something from nothing more than hard work and a dream. That is the what is great about America!
Great Podcast
Love being able to connect and learn from Gary! He brings great thought leaders to his podcast and is truly someone who wants to help aspiring entrepreneurs and business professionals grow and reach new heights. Look forward to listening and tuning into more podcasts in the future!
Can’t get enough of this one!
Really love how it starts with family and origin stories each time, and how each person interviewed shares the key attributes of being humble, hungry and driven, servant minded, and always adapting and situationally aware! So many lessons learned each time on how apply each of those things consistently across business and personal life.