About Jim Tripodi

Today is …… Tomorrow!

Think about that for a moment…How often we say to ourselves, “I will do that later after I..…”

As a seasoned business owner, entrepreneur and now Franchise Consultant, My hope is to walk with you on your journey of discovery as you search for the optimal franchise for you to passionately pursue.

I believe my unique and varied background in multiple industries will be invaluable to you as you consider this huge step toward your future of financial independence. Having been in the trenches from the early days of mortgaging the house so I could set out on my own, I have owned, grown and successfully sold two companies over the past 23 years. I then realized I am not ready to retire just yet. I have chosen to share my passion for the “journey to (and through) business ownership” with others. Along the way I have made many mistakes which have proven to be invaluable to my eventual success. I can offer one on one guidance as we walk through and evaluate potential opportunities in order to select the right Franchise for you, at NO COST to you.

....So I started out in 1998 having bravely written myself out of the budget of the Non-profit agency I was working for. We took out a second mortgage on the house and off we went. I had no idea what I was doing, but I was determined. Over the next 8 years we built a thriving, growing, and ever evolving business. Then in 2006, I decided to sell the company. The “Franchise type” systems I had put in place over the years… (Thanks to reading and implementing the E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber) …had afforded me the opportunity to easily sell my company. At this point I realized that the Franchise Model discussed in E-Myth was what I spent years building and trying to duplicate. Re-inventing the wheel so-to-speak.

In 2007 I purchased an existing PostNet franchise in Fountain Hills, AZ. This experience allowed me the opportunity to realize the importance of having a strong Franchisor in your corner. I truly felt I had a partner in my business!

In 2008, I found myself in the Swimming Pool industry as I had bought a large swimming pool company which operated 2 retail stores as well as a large service & repair department. We weathered an extremely challenging economy from 2008 – 2011, but were able to survive and ultimately thrive. The company is now celebrating its 50th year in business! In the fall of 2020 I sold the company and ……. Retired??

Rest assured I will spend the time to get to know you, your unique skill set, and financial goals to help guide you through what can be a daunting experience. We will help you decide what the best fit is for your lifestyle, experience and financial goals. I promise the experience will be an enjoyable one as we embark on an adventure of discovery. Best of all, my consulting services are at NO COST to you. If and when we find the perfect fit for you, the Franchisor will compensate us.