I sat down with Daniel Astleford, a CPA and the owner of a unique fireworks business. In this episode, Daniel shares how he manages both a remote CPA firm and a fireworks stand business in Texas. We discuss the unexpected opportunities and the hurdles that come with acquiring and scaling seasonal businesses, the challenges of working with silent partners, and the ins and outs of running a fireworks business legally.
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00:00 Highlights_Introduction to the Fireworks Business Journey
02:49 Building a Remote CPA Firm and Fireworks Side Hustle
06:09 The Decision to Buy a Fireworks Company
09:05 Understanding the Financials and Revenue Potential
11:50 Navigating the Challenges of Location and Zoning Laws
15:11 The Impact of Seasonal Sales and Location Changes
18:05 Lessons Learned from the First Year of Operations
24:46 Scaling the Fireworks Business
30:08 Navigating Competition and Location Challenges
36:55 Operational Success and Future Goals
40:45 Marketing Strategies and Customer Engagement
