In this episode of The CEO Moves, Kurt Zelch sits down with Tim Dooling, CEO of Easton Select Group, to unpack how a legacy, second-generation business can be transformed into a scalable national platform—without losing trust, culture, or value along the way.

Tim shares candid, operator-level insights about: ✨1. Consolidation with a Purpose

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✨2. Building a Platform the Right Way

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✨3. Avoiding Value Destruction During Growth

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✨4. Breaking the Tribal Knowledge Trap

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✨5. Strategic Planning That Actually Works

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✨6. Leadership at Scale & the Capability Trap

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✨7. Culture as the Ultimate Differentiator

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🔑 Keywords: The CEO Moves podcast, Kurt Zelch interview, Tim Dooling Easton Select Group, platform strategy, M&A integration, consolidation with purpose, operational scale, ERP implementation, leadership delegation, culture-driven growth, employee engagement, succession planning

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Connect with Kurt Zelch on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtzelch/
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#theceomoves #adamtucker #atcne #kurtzelch #missiondrivenleadership #addictiontreatment #cultureofcollaboration #ceostrategy #LeadershipDevelopment #CEOStrategy #BusinessGrowth #StrategicLeadership #LeadershipJourney #OwnerOperator #GrowthStrategies #DecisionMaking #TeamCulture #LeadershipLessons #OperationalExcellence The Owner’s Journal / CEO Moves is a podcast hosted by Kurt Zelch, offering candid conversations and tactical insights for owners, founders, and CEOs navigating the complex world of leadership and business growth. From operational strategy to leadership mindset, each episode dives into the realities of building a high-performing company. Learn how seasoned leaders make decisions, adapt to challenges, and drive success - all from a first-hand perspective.

In this 2nd interview with Zulfiya Forsythe, Founder of The Omadli Group, we demo their AI customer service tool "Vicki AI".
We highlight the practical impact—unlocking efficiency—for listeners in fields like HVAC, construction, and field service.
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– Kurt and the CEO Moves podcast team

Connect with Kurt Zelch on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtzelch/
Visit the Leap Business Advisors website here: https://leapbusinessadvisors.com/

Listen to The CEO Moves on these podcast platforms:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ChbcKdlBIDIP1Dz5LWwkw
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-owners-journal/id1788864093
Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/40827b28-6570-4a2f-ba2a-a741213aebf5/the-owner's-journal

#theceomoves #adamtucker #atcne #kurtzelch #missiondrivenleadership #addictiontreatment #cultureofcollaboration #ceostrategy #LeadershipDevelopment #CEOStrategy #BusinessGrowth #StrategicLeadership #LeadershipJourney #OwnerOperator #GrowthStrategies #DecisionMaking #TeamCulture #LeadershipLessons #OperationalExcellence The Owner’s Journal / CEO Moves is a podcast hosted by Kurt Zelch, offering candid conversations and tactical insights for owners, founders, and CEOs navigating the complex world of leadership and business growth. From operational strategy to leadership mindset, each episode dives into the realities of building a high-performing company. Learn how seasoned leaders make decisions, adapt to challenges, and drive success - all from a first-hand perspective.

In this episode of The CEO Moves, host Kurt Zelch sits down with Zulfiya Forsythe of The Omadli Group and they discuss AI-powered operational improvements for service businesses, focusing on real-world impact in the HVAC and contractor world.

It highlights Zulfiya Forsythe's journey and insight, moving from human-driven processes toward innovative automation.
The demo and discussion consistently center on Vicki, the AI assistant, as a disruptive force in business operations and customer service.

I hope you enjoy this episode!

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– Kurt and the CEO Moves podcast team

Connect with Kurt Zelch on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtzelch/
Visit the Leap Business Advisors website here: https://leapbusinessadvisors.com/

Listen to The CEO Moves on these podcast platforms:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ChbcKdlBIDIP1Dz5LWwkw
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-owners-journal/id1788864093
Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/40827b28-6570-4a2f-ba2a-a741213aebf5/the-owner's-journal

#theceomoves #adamtucker #atcne #kurtzelch #missiondrivenleadership #addictiontreatment #cultureofcollaboration #ceostrategy #LeadershipDevelopment #CEOStrategy #BusinessGrowth #StrategicLeadership #LeadershipJourney #OwnerOperator #GrowthStrategies #DecisionMaking #TeamCulture #LeadershipLessons #OperationalExcellence The Owner’s Journal / CEO Moves is a podcast hosted by Kurt Zelch, offering candid conversations and tactical insights for owners, founders, and CEOs navigating the complex world of leadership and business growth. From operational strategy to leadership mindset, each episode dives into the realities of building a high-performing company. Learn how seasoned leaders make decisions, adapt to challenges, and drive success - all from a first-hand perspective.