Richard Lewis
Founder and CEO of Redwood Services, a people-first home services platform that partners with local HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractors to preserve culture while scaling operations and creating wealth for owners.
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Dec 22, 2025 • 1h 15min
Building Wealth Through Private Equity in Home Services with Richard Lewis and Adam Hanover
Richard Lewis, founder of Redwood Services, and Adam Hanover, co-founder of Union Main Group, delve into private equity's role in home services. They discuss their 'build-to-hold' strategy, emphasizing long-term partnerships over quick profits. The duo highlights the importance of preserving local company culture while scaling and the strategic use of technology to enhance operations. They also tackle common misconceptions about private equity and share valuable lessons for entrepreneurs regarding sustainable growth and investment. This conversation offers a refreshing perspective on building wealth in the service sector.
Nov 19, 2024 • 57min
Redwood Services Rise to $400M & Keep the Culture
Richard Lewis, the CEO of Redwood Services, shares his transformative journey in the home services industry. He discusses the unique approach of consolidating 16 partner companies while honoring their individual cultures. Richard emphasizes the importance of innovation, strong company culture, and strategic partnerships in driving success. He also highlights how Redwood leverages data-driven marketing to enhance customer retention. The conversation touches on adapting during the pandemic and creating roles for exceptional talent within the organization.
