In this episode, we sit down with the husband-and-wife team behind Tiger Air TX, one of Texas’ fastest-growing HVAC companies. Together, they share the real story behind building a service business from the ground up what worked, what didn’t, and how they’ve scaled sustainably without losing their core values.

You’ll hear how they divided roles as a couple, built systems that actually drive growth, and created a customer experience that keeps Texans coming back. From leadership and hiring to marketing and building a strong company culture, they reveal the strategies that helped transform Tiger Air TX from a small operation into a respected, thriving brand.

Whether you’re a contractor looking to grow, a business owner scaling a team, or simply someone curious about what it takes to build a successful home service company alongside your spouse, this episode is packed with practical insights, relatable stories, and proven playbooks you can apply today.

Tune in and discover how Tiger Air TX built something meaningful and scaled it, together.

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https://www.tigerairtx.com/

Joe Ortiz shares his journey from childhood to the army, and then to the front office. He shares how he scaled a service business by tightening operations, training the right way, and building a brand that customers trust. We dig into Joe's story and his experience with PuroClean & DCJet Services. We discuss his entrepreneurial mindset and lessons learned along the way.

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Websites:

dcjetservices.com

https://www.puroclean.com/san-juan-pr-puroclean-san-juan/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/dcjetservices/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-ortiz-pr/

In this episode, we sit down with JJ Owen, the driving force behind the Skilled Careers Coalition, a movement uniting students, educators, and industry leaders to close America’s skills gap. With partnerships spanning SkillsUSA, John Deere, and even TikTok, JJ has helped rally thousands toward seeing the skilled trades as not just jobs, but meaningful, high-potential careers.

With over 25,000 engaged followers, JJ shares how collaboration, storytelling, and grassroots advocacy are changing the way the next generation sees work with their hands. From his own background as a woodworker to his current mission as a coalition leader, JJ brings a genuine, boots-on-the-ground perspective that’s both inspiring and actionable.

Website URL: skilledcareers.org