From Military Service to Running a Thriving Business: Darin Hoover’s Vegas Business Spotlight

In this episode of the Vegas Business Spotlight, hosts Tim Knifton and Marco Salinas shine the spotlight on the remarkable entrepreneurial journey of Darren Hoover, owner of Ladder Truck and Toolbox Handyman Services in Las Vegas. Darren shares his inspiring story, starting from humble beginnings and growing up with the mindset of fixing things on his own. With a background in the military and IT, Darren’s journey as an entrepreneur began in 2019, and he hasn’t looked back since.

Despite starting just before the pandemic hit, Darren’s business thrived as people spent more time at home and needed essential repairs and improvements. As Nevada designated handyman services as essential, Darren and his skilled team were able to meet the demand while adhering to safety protocols. The result? An increase in business that led to the expansion of his team and services.

As the conversation unfolds, Darren shares the challenges he faced as a new business owner. He emphasizes the importance of finding the right people and maintaining a high level of quality and customer satisfaction. Darren also highlights the significance of building meaningful connections through networking, particularly through his involvement in BNI (Business Networking International). He credits BNI for not only expanding his business but also creating a sense of accountability and responsibility in the small but vibrant Las Vegas business community.

Looking ahead, Darren envisions the future expansion of Ladder Truck and Toolbox Handyman Services into other markets once he solidifies his operations in Las Vegas. His ambition to replicate the success of his well-run handyman business through franchising or geographic expansion is a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to providing reliable services.

Join Tim Knifton and Marco Salinas in this engaging conversation with Darren Hoover as they explore the thriving world of Las Vegas entrepreneurship and discover th