Join Dan Huggins, our Solutions Engineer Team Lead in Reading, UK, on the Front Porch this month! We delve into Daniel's childhood ambitions, his experiences working at Blockbuster and as a poker dealer, and how these roles have helped shape his career. Daniel also discusses his leadership philosophy, his love for golf, and what it's like to balance parenthood with a professional career. Stay tuned for Dan's top five movie picks and his perspective on the future of Arsenal FC.
Join us on The Front Porch as we sit down with Ash Woodcock, owner of RPM Hire, a leading traffic management equipment hire company in Australia - Hire Company of the Year, in fact, in 2025. Ash shares his journey from growing up in Tasmania to building a nationwide business in Australia. He discusses the challenges and successes of funding business growth, the importance of maintaining balance between work and family, and offers insights on how he maintains a strong company culture. Watch as Ash talks about his experiences with marathons, the importance of goal setting, and offers valuable advice on maintaining balance in life and business.
It's International Podcast Day!
Enjoy this interview we published earlier in the month on YouTube:
Dillon Baird, founder of RepMove, shares his journey from a young aspiring dirt bike rider to a successful entrepreneur. He delves into his early career, which he pursued throughout the American West, and the roots of RepMove. Dillon highlights the importance of persistence, teamwork, and continuous improvement in both personal and professional life.
Jim Goodfriend shares his journey to rental software sales, from growing up in the Northeast, dropping out of college, to living on an organic farm in Israel. We learn about his career journey, his passion for sales, and his interests outside of work, including his love for concerts and soccer. Smart, engaging, and full of personality, Jim’s story is one of overcoming challenges, building connections, and finding joy in unexpected places. Whether you're interested in career advice, personal anecdotes, or just want to hear about delicious sandwiches, there's something in this episode for everyone.
Claire Carden shares her inspiring journey from aspiring actress and theater enthusiast to Broadway stage manager and finally transitioning into a career in coding. Get an inside look at her experiences working on Broadway, her passion for adopting senior rescue dogs, and her love for video games. Claire also discusses her favorite musicals, why she enjoys Point of Rental hackathons, and offers insights into her personal and professional growth.
Erick Gordineer is Point of Rental's Salesforce Developer Manager, and he's got a backstory full of incredible successes, setbacks, and even more successes. Learn why he goes by Erick at Point of Rental, his background in IT and development, and his passion for mentorship and teaching. Erick also shares his love for spirited driving, his reflections on overcoming fear, and his recommendations for helping others use AI tools.
Elliott Vigil joins us on the Front Porch to discuss his journey from being a kid facing expulsion from school to a 20-plus-year career in rental sales to running his own sales consulting business. You'll walk away from this episode with several invaluable insights on sales, the importance of authentic relationships, and personal growth...and some tips for being an excellent Santa for any neighborhood events.
Find him on LinkedIn or visit his website to book him to help train your own sales teams.
Bradley Hindsman, Customer Success Manager and unofficial ambassador of college football - and Alabama football in particular - to the team at Record360. We'll learn about his biggest takeaways from college, why he left mechanical engineering for sales engineering and now customer success, and his Top 5 Disney World rides, plus a whole lot more.
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It's time to meet events coordinator Emyly Banke!
On this episode of The Front Porch, we'll get into her journey from aspiring lawyer to event coordinator, and her passion for organizing memorable events, from small parties to company onsites and everything surrounding Point of Rental tradeshows.
Learn how she manages logistics, her favorite travel destinations, and some fun facts about her professional and personal life.
Don't forget to hug Wayne.
Martin Baugh, the product manager/owner for mobile solutions at Point of Rental, joins us on The Front Porch! Martin's our first Pointer to start his career at Chuck E. Cheese before becoming a key player in the tech industry. Discover the differences between product management and ownership, the challenges and joys of working in rental tech, and taking an RV around the country. Martin also offers invaluable advice for those looking to travel and insights into the inner workings of Point of Rental's mobile and API teams.
Somehow this didn't get shared in March!
Jessie Anton is one of Point of Rental's account managers. On this episode of The Front Porch, Jessie tells tales from her career in marketing, waitressing, and in the electricity sector before joining Point of Rental. She discusses her role as an account manager and her love for building relationships with customers despite the challenges it entails. This episode also explores Jessie's introverted nature, her passion for storytelling, conspiracy theories, and how she got into wrestling.
Sara Brace, Record360's Sr. Customer Support Manager, shares her experiences from her early dreams of being a pop star to working at In-N-Out and how she transitioned into customer support roles. Listen as Sarah discusses her career journey, the surprising non-magnetic world of new fridges, and the challenges of growing a team. Discover her favorite In-N-Out secret menu items, and learn about her love for sewing and crafting.
Find The Front Porch on LinkedIn for clips and highlights from past shows!
Kaitlyn DeGrasse joins The Front Porch from Special Event Rentals in Edmonton, Alberta this month! Caitlin discusses her path from growing up in Ottawa with a mother in the events industry to becoming a key player in the rental industry herself. She shares insights on why she was listed on Rental Management's '12 to Watch Under 40' list, highlighting her ability to see the bigger picture and connect with customers. Caitlin also walks us through her love for event planning, inspired by her mother, and how she transitioned from hospitality and tourism education to a thriving career in the event rental industry.
Check out the Special Event Rentals podcast on YouTube!
Mark Goodrum, Point of Rental's Managing Director for the EMEA region, joins The Front Porch to talk about his journey to the top of Point of Rental's UK office. From a childhood dream of joining the military, through enlisting and a career in hire, to discovering Higher Concept and rising through the ranks, we learned about his career journey. We also learned about his favourite fishing styles, his car and motorcycle riding, and why he claims to not smile so much after his military days.
Hey all, no regular episode with a rental leader this month - it's just me producing and my skills are pretty limited. So let's talk about what Point of Rental (and I) will be up to at the ARA Show in Vegas.
POR's show specials
POR's post-show training
Adopt your own frog
Let's talk at the show! Message me on LinkedIn
Cindy shares her journey from dreaming of a career in dentistry to working in nutrition and eventually project management. In this engaging conversation, they discuss the challenges and rewards of her various roles, memorable trips, her passion for coaching, and her unique perspective on the company. Don't miss out as Cindy reveals her top travel experiences, navigates the dynamics of work-life balance, and gives insights into her personal and professional life.
In this episode, we chat with Russ Hicks, second-generation owner of AAA Party Rentals, about his journey in the rental industry, building a company culture, and invaluable business experiences. Russ shares engaging stories, career advice, and his passion for live sporting events, giving insightful perspectives on managing a family business.
Book recommendation from the episode: The Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni
Steve Goff, a Tier 2 software support technician, at Point of Rental, shares his story of growing up in Louisiana, diving into his love for Texas Hold'em, various job experiences, and his journey through education and career development. From handling bomb threats to pursuing his passion for software support, Steve's story is a wild one.
James Morley, Point of Rental's SVP of Product Development, hosts our #IC24 innovation panel. Panelists Mark Olsen from Caylent, Glenn Holland from AWS, and Evan Fort and Collin Pike from Point of Rental discuss creating a culture of innovation, leveraging AI and telematics, and overcoming traditional business challenges.
Join Brian Beaudry on The Front Porch as he interviews Kayla O'Loughlin, Senior Marketing and Events Coordinator at Point of Rental APAC. Dive into Kayla's journey from her childhood aspirations to become a wedding planner, her experiences and challenges in various jobs including Red Rooster and Pandora, and her impressive achievements in the cheerleading world.
