The RV Entrepreneur

In this episode of The RV Entrepreneur Podcast, Jim sits down with Tony and Peggy Barthel, the friendly voices behind StressLess Camping, to talk about how their passion for RV education evolved into a thriving business. From giving seminars at RV rallies to publishing content that helps new and seasoned RVers alike, Tony and Peggy share the story behind their mission to make camping more enjoyable — and less stressful.

Discover how...

From humble beginnings in 2010, James and Jourdan Hansen had a vision to change the transportation game. Launching Jimbo & Co Transport with a team of skilled independent contractors in Middlebury, Indiana, they focused on hauling cargo trailers for industry giants. Their passion and expertise propelled them to the top, and by 2013, they were the #1 cargo trailer transporter in the US, also claiming the #4 spot for RV transport...

What if your next campground neighbor could tune up your bike on the spot? That’s exactly what Scott Truett is doing with BikeRx, a mobile bike repair business designed for full-time RVers who want to earn real money on the road.

In this episode, Scott shares how he turned his lifelong passion for bikes into a scalable business model that helps RVers launch their own mobile repair operations — no franchise fees, no red tape, just a ...

Rose sits down with globally recognized Instagram expert Jenn Herman to dive into the world of organic Instagram marketing. From her surprising shift from a science background to becoming one of the leading voices in social media strategy, Jenn shares her entrepreneurial journey and the core principles that drive real results on Instagram—without paid ads.

Explore the strategies new entrepreneurs need to succeed, including the impor...

Join RVE Podcast hosts Rose, Glynn, and Jim discuss their personal journeys in RV entrepreneurship, reflecting on their goals, challenges, and successes since their last check-in. They emphasize the importance of setting realistic goals, maintaining transparency with clients, and redefining success in the context of their nomadic lifestyle. The conversation also highlights the significance of customer service and community engageme...

What happens when two professionals ditch the default life to boldly go into a life of full-time RV travel, remote work, and content creation? You get Trekers: Ari and Jessie Adler—a dynamic duo living out their slogan, Hike. Camp. Boldly Go.

In this episode, we dive into how Ari and Jessie juggle multiple income streams—including remote employment, consulting, workamping, and producing a YouTube channel—while exploring the country ...

Sometimes the best business ideas come from the most unexpected places – like a demolished RV air conditioner! Glynn welcomes Deanna & Don from KoolRV to share their story of how a travel disaster in Montana sparked a journey into entrepreneurship. We’ll talk about how identifying a problem, DIY solutions, and a whole lot of grit turned a broken AC unit into KoolRV Solutions. Discover how this RVing couple went from roadside re...

When Michele and her husband Connor discovered a campground for sale in rural Pennsylvania, they didn’t just see a piece of property, they saw potential. In this episode, Michele shares their journey from life on the road as remote workers to campground owners re-imagining what it means to create an experience destination, not just another stop along the way.

How? They transformed a storage-filled pavilion at Rustic Acres into The H...

In this episode of The RV Entrepreneur Podcast, Rose is joined by Kate White – former UX designer turned full-time RVer, podcaster, and community builder. Kate shares how leaving a high-paying tech job led her to a more meaningful life on the road, homeschooling her kids, building a brand, and connecting with a powerful network of women entrepreneurs through her podcast, RV Queens.

We dive into the importance of collaborative commu...

Overwhelmed by the world of Facebook and Instagram ads? You’re not alone — and you’re definitely not doomed. In this episode, Jim chats with Amanda Robinson, The Digital Gal — a certified Meta Lead Trainer, international speaker, and the brains behind Swift Kick in the Ads.

Amanda breaks down what actually works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to paid social media advertising, especially for small businesses and solopreneurs. From ...

Ken and April ditched their (adult) kids before they could ditch them and created a life of craft beer travel and adventure by writing travel guides, podcasting, and creating a camp for travelers. They've been on the road for nearly seven years traveling all across the country and beyond. Feeling the pull to find a few roots, their travels and adventures will never be done, just different. They aim to inspire others to follow their...

Morgan Munkvold joins Jim to share her journey from a Subaru Outback to van life and entrepreneur. She discusses the evolution of her travel experiences, and lessons learned along the way to starting her own solar power design and installation company. She reflects on the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of community, and her transition from a consulting career to merging her business with Explorist.Life.

Morgan empha...

Rose sits down with Gabe Munoz, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and full-time RVer who built Tank Rangers, a successful RV holding tank cleaning business. Gabe shares his journey from military service to entrepreneurship, the lessons he learned from work camping, and how he grew his business through social media, networking, and industry collaborations.

We dive into the power of community in the RV world, the importance of educating cus...

Jim chats with Dr. Jordan Grumet, AKA: Doc G. to explore the themes of entrepreneurship, financial independence, and the FIRE movement. Follow along as we discuss the journey from following traditional career paths to pursuing passions, and the importance of purpose over mere financial goals. Doc G shares insights from his personal experiences as a hospice physician turned blogger, podcaster, and author. He emphasizes the need for ...

Heather Ryan is the owner of Tax Queen, a tax firm supporting entrepreneurs and digital nomads. After RVing full-time for almost 5 years, she now splits her time between a home base in Colorado and traveling. This has given her a legitimate grasp on the tax complications of being nomadic. In this episode, we discuss several important takeaways that can have a real impact on preparing your taxes. Grab a pen and get ready to take not...

Jim welcomes Kim Ryals from Caravan to Alaska to share her journey from nonprofit executive to full-time digital nomad, and running a boutique RV caravan service to Alaska. Kim discusses the logistics of planning small-group trips, and the benefits over travleing solo or in larger more structured caravans. She shares the challenges and rewards of leading caravans, and offers insider tips on exploring the Last Frontier.

She shares t...

What does success really look like? For Karla Parra, it wasn’t the corporate career, the degrees, or the external achievements—it was the freedom to live life on her own terms. In this episode, Karla shares her journey from growing up on the beaches of Mexico to pursuing the "American dream" in the U.S., only to walk away from it all in 2019 to travel full-time in an 84-square-foot camper with her husband and two dogs.

Over five yea...

In this episode of the RVE Podcast, Jim sits down with Joel Holland to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, the explosive growth of Harvest Hosts, and the challenges and rewards of scaling a business while maintaining a life of adventure.

From Burnout to RV Life – Joel shares how a spontaneous RV purchase led him and his wife to embrace full-time travel, ultimately inspiring his next business venture. Discover the power of smart gr...

Jenn & TJ Ammond of Campsite360 join Glynn to discuss their lifestyle of traveling full-time with kids while scaling their successful business, Campsite360. They share their experience with marketing, scaling the systems, and what the future holds for Campsite360. These two really are building the future of campground immersion. Discover the technology and equipment they use for filming virtual tours, the systems they've de...