Slow season doesn’t have to mean slow growth. In this episode, Chris sits down with longtime Detailers Roadmap partner Kurt Felmar to talk about staying profitable when the phones get quiet—and how to use that downtime like a weapon. From dialing in customer retention to finally getting that content strategy off the ground, this convo is packed with real talk and real tactics for detailers who want to win year-round. Whether you're in the middle of a slump or prepping for one, this episode wi...

This is our wrap of episode from our Troubleshooting Your Business Podcast Series. We delve into the complexities of scaling businesses sustainably while achieving long-term success and maintaining a balance between work and personal life. The discussion features valuable insights from speakers like Kevin Davis, Barry Theal, Grant Menard, David Caballero, Andrew Houston, and Michael D'Andrea, who share their personal experiences, challenges, and strategies for business growth. Key themes incl...

In this conversation, Luke Howell shares his journey to the detailing industry and emphasizes the importance of identifying and understanding your ideal customer avatar. He highlights the value of niche marketing and tailoring marketing messages to different customer avatars. Luke also discusses the benefits of testing different marketing approaches and building relationships within the community. He emphasizes the need to define success and invest in personal and professional developm...

In this episode, Kevin sits down with Robyn Sweet—owner of The Detail Lab and Field Application Specialist at RUPES USA—for a candid conversation on how she went from 911 dispatcher to premium-level detailer and trainer. Robyn opens up about her journey into the detailing world, how she’s built a successful boutique business in a rural town, and why “success” isn’t always about scaling bigger or faster. With a background in emergency communications, Robyn brings a calm, grounded perspec...

In this episode of the Cruise Control Podcast, Kevin Davis sits down with business mentor, best-selling author, and 7-figure entrepreneur Michelle Jacobik. They dive deep into the messy middle of entrepreneurship, talk about how personal and business finances are married, and why building a business that serves your life — not the other way around — is critical. Michelle shares her journey from drowning in credit card debt at 22 to scaling and selling a successful agency, and how gratit...

In this inspiring episode, Kevin Davis sits down with Giancarlo Rengifo to uncover the “superhero backstory” behind his detailing career. Giancarlo shares how becoming a father of twins at 19 and navigating jobs from construction to marketing eventually led him to discover his passion for auto detailing. He recounts building a detailing business from scratch in South Florida—leveraging hustle, faith, and a knack for connecting with people—ultimately becoming a trainer for RUPES USA. Lis...

In this episode of the Cruise Control Podcast, Kevin sits down with Jay Royal of Ace of Spades Auto Detailing to unpack a wild entrepreneurial journey—starting as a valet hustler in Atlanta, Jay shares how he transitioned from running parking lots to building a premium detailing brand. Hear how a brutal business loss, wise words from his wife, and a complete mindset shift turned everything around. From $25 car washes to $650 details and real business systems, Jay’s story is as raw, Key Takea...

To celebrate the 100th episode of Cruise Control, Kevin Davis sits down with the wise and wildly entertaining Ray Sanders—a seasoned executive, pastor, entrepreneur, and all-around life philosopher. Together, they dive deep into purpose, legacy, burnout, faith, family, and what it really means to build a life worth remembering. Ray shares powerful insights on how to navigate transition, find fulfillment beyond hustle, and live in alignment with your true calling. This isn’t just a conversatio...

In this episode of Cruise Control, Kevin Davis sits down with Jamie Werner — founder of Equip Academy and AutoLab Films — to talk about creating a true trade school for the automotive aesthetics industry. Jamie shares his unfiltered entrepreneurial journey, why skills alone won't build a career, and how he’s shaping the next generation of installers with more than just hands-on training. Tune in for lessons on leadership, fulfillment, and why treating employees right isn't optional — it's eve...

In this laid-back but powerful episode of Cruise Control, Kevin Davis sits down with Roger Demaree, longtime marketing director at Kicker, to unpack the brand's journey from a garage in Stillwater, Oklahoma, to global car audio icon. Roger shares hilarious stories (yes, Sir Mix-a-Lot included), valuable lessons in faith-driven leadership, and golden insights for small business owners on staying ahead of trends, building loyalty, and fostering meaningful relationships—both in business and in l...