Ep44: Patrick Stemmler: From Marine Corps to Restoration Leader

Your Business – Your Next Level

In this episode of "Your Business Your Next Level," I sit down with Patrick Stemmler, a Marine Corps veteran and founder of United Restoration and Disaster Services, to explore his extraordinary journey from military service to entrepreneurship. Patrick shares stories of resilience and grit, starting from his childhood paper route to managing multi-million-dollar restoration projects. We dive into his experiences working with insurance companies, navigating complex claims, and advocating for homeowners who feel powerless. Patrick opens up about the lessons learned from business failures, the importance of servant leadership, and his passion for nonprofit work supporting veterans and service animals. This episode is a candid and inspiring look at the power of persistence and purpose-driven leadership.

Key Takeaways:

From Grit to Gratitude: Patrick’s journey highlights the value of hard work, perseverance, and the importance of gratitude in both personal and professional life.

Advocating for Homeowners: Patrick’s expertise in restoration has taught him how to navigate insurance claims effectively, ensuring homeowners get the support they deserve.

Lessons in Leadership: Listening to others—especially your staff—is one of the cornerstones of Patrick’s leadership style, fostering trust and loyalty.

Giving Back Through Nonprofits: Inspired by personal loss, Patrick is deeply involved in initiatives like Gizmo Lives On, supporting veterans with service animals and providing equipment for police K9 units.

Navigating Partnerships Carefully: Patrick reflects on the lessons learned from a challenging business partnership, emphasizing the importance of trust and due diligence when choosing collaborators.

Timeline Summary:

[00:00] - Introduction to Patrick Stemmler and his layered journey from military to business ownership.

[02:00] - Early entrepreneurial spirit: managing paper routes as a teenager.

[05:00] - Transition from military service to entrepreneurship and building a restoration business.

[08:00] - Challenges of working with insurance companies and advocating for homeowners.

[12:00] - Lessons learned from a failed partnership and its impact on business.

[15:00] - The importance of nonprofits and Patrick’s work supporting veterans and police K9 units.

[20:00] - Final thoughts on the value of listening and servant leadership.

Links & Resources:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-stemmler-1a9aa362/

http://unitedrds.com