{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Chris Patrick  |  Bob Means Plumbing","description":"In this episode of the BORN Podcast, host Nathan Imboden sits down with Chris Patrick, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and president of Bob Means Plumbing. What began as a return home to help his uncle in the plumbing business quickly evolved into a full-fledged entrepreneurial journey\u2014one shaped by discipline, service, and a deep commitment to the community. Chris shares how he went from studying Arabic and Middle East Studies to modernizing a multigenerational plumbing company. He opens up about the realities of buying a family business, managing rapid growth during the COVID-19 pandemic, and cultivating a team culture built on integrity, relationships, and customer-first service. From building trust through genuine communication to giving back through veterans' programs and youth sports sponsorships, Chris demonstrates what it means to lead a business that serves both customers and the community. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating a trades-based business or seeking a grounded, mission-driven path to success. For more about the BORN Podcast: https:\/\/bodenwealth.com\/born-podcast\/ For more information about Bob Means Plumbing:   Facebook: Bob Means Plumbing&amp;nbsp;   LinkedIn:  Bob Means Plumbing   Instagram: Bob Means Plumbing   Website:  Bob Means Plumbing   &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"The BORN Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/423362","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38424455\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/193662925"}