As the COO of Wall Control, Richard Grove oversees the operations, marketing, and sales of a U.S. manufacturer of metal pegboard storage systems and modular steel tool board organizers. With over 15 years of experience growing the company, he has led the brand to achieve over $100 million in lifetime retail sales and expand its presence in the home improvement, commercial hardware, and industrial automation industries. He also leverages his mechanical engineering background and previous experience as a mechanical engineer for the U.S. Department of Defense to enhance the quality, efficiency, and innovation of our products and processes.
Richard is also the host of the Organization Conversation Radio Show & Podcast on Business RadioX and a regular personality on the TV show “Renovation Hunters,” an Outdoor Channel original series where outdoor living meets home renovation, home improvement, and DIY. His mission is to share his knowledge and expertise with others who are on their own journey to success.
Contact Information:
X and Instagram: @MrWallStorage
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richard-grove-wall-control
Website: https://consultantsmallbusiness.com/ai
Show Notes:
In the latest episode of the Small Business Matters Podcast, entrepreneur, podcast host, and TV personality Richard Grove discusses his approach to managing growth, the pros and cons of running a family business, and strategies for making work engaging and enjoyable. The COO of Wall Control explains how he led the company to achieve over $100 million in lifetime retail sales by expanding its presence in the home improvement, commercial hardware, and industrial automation sectors. Richard also shares his experiences as the host of the Organization Conversation Radio Show & Podcast on Business RadioX, and as a regular contributor on the TV show “Renovation Hunters” on the Outdoor Channel.
Episode Highlights:
- What Matters to Small Business [0:2:42]
- Finding Motivation [0:05:27]
- Learning to Let Go [0:07:25]
- Common Challenges for Small Businesses Owners [0:11:50]
- Pros & Cons of Family Businesses [0:13:20]
- Tactics for Work/Life Balance [0:15:41]
- Best & Worst Mistakes [0:17:27]
- Marketing Strategy for Growth [0:21:45]
- Renovation Hunters [0:24:02]]
- Rapid Fire [0:27:01]
- Contact Information [0:31:24]
- Takeaways [0:32:24]
- SBM Announcements [0:34:38]