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Leadership & Culture: Lee Thompson of Trivie Business Brokers | PCM 176

πŸ“… May 19, 2026 ⏱️ 1:01:48 🎀 Lee Thompson

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  • 0:34
    Early Career & Pest Control
    Lee Thompson discusses his initial career path, how he stumbled into pest control, and his experience at Terminex.
  • 1:30
    From Branch Manager to Success
    Thompson details his transition from managing a smaller Terminex branch to a larger, more successful operation in Atlanta.
  • 3:11
    Technology & AI Impact
    He explores the increasing role of technology and AI in the pest control industry and its future implications.
  • 4:43
    EOS & Core Values
    Thompson shares his experience with the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and the importance of establishing strong core values.
  • 5:43
    Transition to Certis & M&A
    He discusses his move to Certis Pest Control, his role in mergers and acquisitions, and the development of his M&A expertise.
  • 7:52
    The Perfect Branch
    Thompson defines what he considers the 'perfect branch' in the pest control industry, focusing on leadership and culture.
  • 8:28
    Trivie Business Brokers
    Lee introduces his current venture, Trivie Business Brokers, and the services he provides to business owners.
  • 9:06
    Future of Pest Control M&A
    He offers his predictions on the future of the pest control M&A market and the trends he observes.

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Lee Thompson
CEO, President of Trivie Business Brokers

Key Takeaways

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Cultivate strong leadership by prioritizing vision and goals, ensuring the right people are in the right seats, and strategically targeting customers that fit your model.

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Implement the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to establish clear core values, improve communication, and track progress, which can significantly enhance business success.

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Leverage technology and AI, such as automated accounts receivable or route optimization, to increase efficiency and allow your team to focus on higher-value project work.

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Develop a strong company culture based on well-defined core values, and hire individuals who embody those values, even if they lack direct industry experience, for better employee satisfaction and performance.

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Understand market dynamics and M&A trends; if considering selling, don't delay if current market conditions are favorable, as they can change rapidly.

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Don't limit yourself to traditional industry approaches; be open to new service models (like tri-annual billing) and innovative marketing strategies, as customer preferences can be influenced by your expertise.

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Build a robust professional network and be willing to offer advice and support, as these relationships can lead to future business opportunities and valuable insights.

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