Andrew Lawrence took a swing on a cold call from a Detroit recruiter for a financial position and quickly ended up as CEO of that 150-year-old company before age 30.

In this episode, Tyler and Grant talk with Andrew about his path from public accountant to CEO, working with PE partners, acquiring EJ Thomas earlier this year, and the leadership mindset that's guided him through it all: "I want to be the dumbest person in the room."

Plus, a first look at PureHome, Andrew's new direct-to-consumer venture launching this summer in Bellbrook.

In this episode:

- What private equity ownership actually looks like behind the headlines

- Becoming CEO during COVID, then acquiring a company

- Mentors, the rule of three, and "be a fountain, not a drain"

- Launching PureHome for the Bellbrook, Sugarcreek, Centerville, and Beavercreek area