Welcome to the Profit on Purpose podcast, presented by Five Star Home Services. In this bi-weekly podcast, our CEO, Christian Rattin, interviews non-profit organizations making a difference and business leaders creating purposeful impact.
In episode 1 of the Profit on Purpose podcast, Christian sits down with none other than Kip Morris, co-owner of Five Star Home Services and the Emerge Recovery & Trade Initiative.
Join us to learn about the remarkable journey of Five Star Home Services, a family business that has transformed into one of Ohio's fastest-growing home services companies. Kip will also share his personal recovery story and how it inspired him and others to create the Emerge Recovery & Trade Initiative, in which Five Star is a proud founding partner.
Moreover, you will discover the Profit on Purpose model and how this podcast encourages business leaders to lead purpose-driven organizations.
Highlights of this episode include:
- Unveiling the roots of Five Star Home Services within the Morris family.
- Kip Morris' personal journey from addiction to triumphant recovery.
- Tracing the remarkable growth trajectory of Five Star.
- The inception of the Emerge Recovery & Trade Initiative.
- A glimpse into the future of Five Star under the leadership of the new CEO, Christian Rattin.
- The Profit on Purpose business model
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 - 01:15 - Intro
01:16 - 02:38 The beginnings of Five Star w/ Howard Morris
02:40 - 03:50 The transition from Eastland Heating to Pickerington Heating & Cooling
03:51 - 05:00 - Kip’s early years with the company
05:01 - 07:11 The Morris brothers transformation of Pickerington Heating & Cooling to Five Star
07:12 - 09:57 Company’s growth through the building of local brands
09:58 - 10:45 The legacy of Howard and Jackie Morris
10:46 - 12:09 The role of competitiveness in the home services field
12:10 - 12:59 Kip’s journey from addiction to recovery
13:00 - 16:34 The beginnings of second chance employment
16:35 - 18:59 Transition as a CEO and the legacy to leave
19:00 - 20:36 The future of the Emerge Recovery & Trade Initiative
21:20 - 25:42 - The Profit on Purpose model
25:43 - 30:12 The future of Profit on Purpose
30:13 - 32:14 Closing
🔗 Episode Links
www.emergerecoverytrade.com
👋 Who is Five Star Home Services, and What is Profit on Purpose?
Five Star Home Services is a network of top-rated home services companies located throughout Central and Southwest Ohio. We offer affordable residential and commercial heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services at prices that are highly competitive.
While most companies today move their profits directly to their owners or stockholders, Five Star Home Services is a profit-on-purpose company. This means we send a portion of our profits to amazing causes in our communities. We believe in combining business success with community investment.
Tune in to learn how companies can use their financial success to positively impact their communities and create an exceptional work environment.
Learn more about Profit on Purpose
🔗 Five Star Links
Facebook - @myfivestarhomeservices
Linkedin - @fivestar-homeservices
Instagram - @fivestar_homeservices
TikTok - @myfivestarhomeservices
Website - www.myfivestarhomeservices.com