In this episode of How I Rent It, we’re joined by Dave and Sada Gallick, the husband-and-wife duo behind D & S Party Tents in Wisconsin. Their story is the perfect example of how a simple side hustle can grow into a successful full-time tent rental business.

What started as a way to earn extra income turned into a thriving family tent rental company that’s been serving their community for over 13 years. Even better? Their kids are part of the journey too — growing up alongside the business and learning the ropes of the event rental industry.

Dave and Sada share what it takes to start your own rental business while balancing full-time jobs, how to work together as a couple, and why they wouldn’t trade this life for anything. They also talk about the challenges and rewards of running a family-owned tent rental company and how to keep clients coming back.

If you’re thinking about starting your own tent rental company, growing your event rental business, or taking your side hustle full time, this episode is packed with real-world advice and encouragement from people who’ve been right where you are now.

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In this episode of How I Rent It, we sit down with Jeff Crotto, owner of All About Events based in Jacksonville, Florida. Jeff shares how he built a thriving tent and event rental business, and how joining the American Rental Association completely transformed both his life and his company.

From weddings and festivals to large-scale corporate events, Jeff has done it all. In this conversation, he offers insights on building strong client relationships, investing in your business, and how being part of the ARA community can accelerate your growth.

Whether you're looking to start your own tent rental company, expand an existing business, or simply want to learn from someone who’s been through the ups and downs of the industry, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

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In this episode of How I Rent It, we sit down with Steven Eisenstein, the owner of Classic Tents & Events based in Atlanta, Georgia. Steven didn’t start his tent rental journey from scratch. Instead, he bought into an existing business and strategically grew it into one of the most respected rental companies in the region.

From major events to being on set for some of your favorite TV shows, Classic Tents & Events is everywhere. Steven shares how he got started, what he’s learned along the way, and how to scale a business while staying true to your values.

Whether you're just getting started, looking to expand, or want to get a vision for your future, this episode is full of valuable insights. Catch us on YouTube & other platforms.⁠

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