

From Humble Beginnings to Business Success with Ismael Valdez
9 snips Jun 16, 2025
Ismael Valdez, Founder and CEO of Nuve, shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings in the HVAC industry to becoming a competitive entrepreneur. He emphasizes the need for profitability and effective delegation for business growth. Valdez discusses the importance of leadership and cultivating a high-performance team, along with the challenges of navigating private equity. He also highlights the role of AI in enhancing customer service and the balance between family values and business responsibilities, offering insights for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Ismael Valdez's Industry Journey
- Ismael Valdez started his journey in the HVAC industry working at Howard Industry for seven years.
- He built companies from scratch, growing Home Comfort USA to $21M in revenue before founding and exiting NextGen air conditioning in 2022.
Shop Tours: Single Focus
- When doing shop tours, focus on identifying one key strength each company has rather than trying to emulate everything.
- Implement selectively by building on your strengths before scaling big changes.
Balance Growth and Profit
- Profitability is crucial to sustain your business through slow seasons and unexpected expenses.
- Growth is important but must be balanced with consistent profits.