The Rental Roundtable
The Rental Roundtable
The Rental Roundtable is your go-to series for insights, trends, and expert discussions in the rental industry. Featuring thought leaders and actionable takeaways, it’s designed to help rental businesses grow, adapt, and thrive.
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June 24, 2025

Rental Roundtable #57: How Classic Tents Built a 96-Person Event Rental Powerhouse

Steven Eisenstein, owner of Classic Tents and Events , shares how he scaled a small tent rental company into a 96-person operation serving movie sets, major sporting events, and even the Secret Service. From building a strong...
June 18, 2025

Rental Roundtable #56: How to Succeed in the Equipment Rental Industry

Carol Fontanez spent over a decade building Jamco’s rental division from the ground up, turning what was once a minor part of the business into a key revenue driver. In this episode of the Rental Roundtable, she shares what i...
June 11, 2025

Rental Roundtable #55: Why Transparent Financing is Reshaping the Rental Industry

John Pfister, CEO and co-founder of Mazo Capital Solutions , joins the Rental Roundtable to discuss how transparent, dealer-focused financing is helping rental companies grow without relying on blanket liens. He shares Mazo’s...
June 3, 2025

Rental Roundtable #54: Dan Morris on Growing a Rental Career from the Ground Up

Dan Morris started in rental right out of high school—washing equipment and running deliveries. Today, he’s the General Manager of Kennebec Equipment Rental and President of the ARA of Maine. In this episode, Dan shares how h...
May 29, 2025

Rental Roundtable #53: The Future of Fuel Management in Rentals

Fuel isn’t just a cost—it’s a competitive edge rental companies can’t afford to overlook. In this episode, Mike Murphy , president of Ally Fuels, explains how rental companies are turning fuel management into a profit center ...
May 22, 2025

Rental Roundtable #52: Building a $60M Rental Business in 3 Years

Brett Baker, founder of States Rentals in Midland, TX, shares how he turned $77K and a driveway into a $60M fleet. He breaks down his niche strategy, creative financing, and why team culture and customer service set them apar...