Aizik Zimerman
Owner and CEO of J Blanton Plumbing, a plumbing company based in the Chicagoland area. He grew the business from $6 million to a $25 million run rate in three years.
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Sep 5, 2025 • 52min
From Wall Street to Water Heaters: The Counterintuitive Playbook for 4x Growth in 3 Years | Lazy Leverage #71
Aizik Zimerman, Owner and CEO of J Blanton Plumbing, transformed the company from $6 million to a $25 million run rate in just three years. He boldly claims his business isn't plumbing, but rather a consumer sales and marketing venture. Aizik shares his strategy of leveraging global talent to combat the skilled labor shortage, allowing him to pay technicians above market rates. He also discusses the importance of obsession in business and advocates for organic growth over acquisitions, pushing the boundaries of traditional plumbing practices with innovative marketing strategies.
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Nov 7, 2023 • 35min
#63- Recruiting Top Talent Plumbers with Aizik Zimerman
Exploring the success of a plumbing business in Chicago, discussing recruitment strategies, the impact of private equity, and the power of local ownership. Highlights include attracting top talent with competitive pay and a positive work culture, adapting recruitment processes, and the importance of digital marketing for business success.
Nov 26, 2024 • 39min
Pantheon 2024: Efficiency in Your Business - New Technology and New Leadership
Aizik Zimerman, CEO of J. Blanton Plumbing, shares his remarkable journey from finance to plumbing, highlighting how he tripled the size of his company by fostering a positive culture and effective hiring practices. Joe Papa, founder of TruVersity, discusses the integration of AI tools in the trades and how they can enhance employee capabilities. The duo emphasizes the importance of resilience, continuous training, and adapting to change in a rapidly evolving industry, offering practical tips for business leaders to innovate and grow.
