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From the NHL to Building a Household Name

Lessons from Leaders··3 August 2026·21 min

About this episode

Bill Dowd shares his journey from being a professional athlete to building a successful business in wildlife control. He discusses the transition, transferable skills, team building, franchise development, athlete integration, marketing, expansion, and lessons learned.TakeawaysTransitioning from athletics to business requires transferable skills and a mindset for success.Building a successful business involves team building, mentorship, community involvement, and embracing technology.Chapters00:00 Transition from Athlete to Business05:18 Building and Leading a Team12:57 Marketing and Expansion