Jeff Holloway joins Ray and Davis to talk about going from dairyman and cowboy to running successful tent rental operations in Georgia and Texas. They cover Macon Tent Rentals, high-end weddings, working with planners, building reliable crews, structured and sailcloth tents, trade shows, and what it takes to stay persistent in the event rental industry.

Greg Casciato of Snyder Events joins Ray and Davis to talk Charleston’s fast-growing event rental scene, high-end weddings, coastal tent installs, labor, crew training, tent trends, and the controlled chaos that keeps rental teams coming back.

In this episode of Pitchin’ Tents, Ray and Davis sit down with Matt Smith of Special Events Virginia and MATRA for a conversation about building a career in the tent industry from the ground up.

Matt shares how a summer job at 19 turned into a lifelong career, the mentors who helped shape him, and how MATRA became a major part of his growth in the industry. The conversation covers hands-on education, mentorship, certification, PPE, code officials, and what it takes to help the next generation of tent professionals succeed.

From field experience to industry leadership, this episode is a real-world look at how people, training, and a little stubborn tenacity can shape the future of tenting.

Hosts Ray and Davis welcome industry veteran Bryan Bolt to Pitchin' Tents to discuss his new role at the ARA and the Safe Tenting initiative. They cover upcoming nationwide in-person trainings, certification programs, the ground-testing tool for stake holding power, and how ARA is engaging with codes and regulators to improve tent safety.

The episode highlights efforts to professionalize tent installation, document site testing, and give rental companies practical resources.

Davis & Ray sit down with industry legend Brian Richardson, President of L & A Rentals Inc. and ARA President, for a conversation filled with stories, humor, and hard-earned insight. From on-the-job mishaps to leadership and mentorship, Brian shares practical lessons on safety, employee culture, and building lasting relationships in the tent and event industry.

Live from the ARA Show in Orlando, hosts Ray and Davis sit down with Ben from NexTech to talk about his patent-pending Keder Clamp and how 3D printing is changing the way tent professionals approach installs. From replacing zip ties to improving efficiency on job sites, Ben shares the story behind the product and the real-world feedback that shaped its development. The conversation also dives into fast e-commerce fulfillment, customizable strength and color options, training the next generation of installers, and NexTech’s new partnership with Tentwares. It’s a look at how practical innovation and hands-on experience are raising the bar across the event tent industry.

Davis and Ray relaunch Pitchin’ Tents for Season 2 with a candid conversation about the tent industry. Davis shares his journey from installer to TopTec Technical Solutions Manager, along with updates on Tent School and a preview of new 2026 product lines. They also dive into key industry trends from labor challenges and mentorship to innovative accessories, shaping the future of events. Plus, a look ahead at upcoming guests and the ARA Show. Whether you're a dealer, event planner, or new to the tent industry, this episode delivers practical insights you can put to work immediately.

In this episode Davis West and Bryan Bolt sit down with Andy Mattrick to talk all things operational efficiency in the tent rental business. Focusing on TenOx equipment, warehouse layout, racking and site logistics, Andy shares practical insights that can help companies save time, cut costs, and keep crews safe.

They cover labor-saving tools and attachments, safety practices, palletization and site surveys to help companies move inventory faster, reduce costs and protect crews and customers.

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