Bounce House Bosses

How to build a $100,000 party rental business

Mike Kutzik started with a couple of inflatables and COVID stimulus checks, and in just three years, turned his side hustle into a booming event rental company. Now, Top Dog Event Rental has 8 inflatables, 12 tents, over 1,000 chairs, and a growing team. In this episode, Mike shares how he pivoted from inflatables to focusing on high-demand tent rentals, marketing through Google Ads, and building relationships with local planners. He reveals the importance of the right marketing channels and having the right team in place for fast growth. If you’ve ever wondered how to scale from side hustle to a serious business, this is a must-listen! Drop “GROWTH” in the comments to set up a quick call and learn how you can grow your event rental business too. Want to turn your website clicks into bookings? Let us show you how!

From Flea Market Hustle to 6‑Figure Game Trucks: How Frank Built Freedom With Customer Service

Thinking about adding a game truck, or tired of fighting price‑cutting competitors in your party rental market? Watch this. Frank Cruz went from selling phone cases at a flea market and working Uber nights… to owning two game trucks, quitting his 9–5, retiring his wife, and becoming the top‑rated game truck company in his metro area with 465+ 5‑star reviews. In this episode, you’ll hear how he: • Turned a random Forbes article into an 8‑year game truck business • Quit his international sales job after the trailer replaced his income • Uses reviews, “answer-the-phone” service, and speed‑to‑lead to win in a market with 25–30 competitors • Prices his trucks ($450+ for 2 hours) and books 3–4 parties per trailer per day • Built packages like a $1,100 “Summer Bash” by stacking game truck + foam + water tag • Thinks about marketing: Google Ads, Meta, EventHawk pop‑ups, and 3 months minimum to judge results • Delegates hard: game coaches, social media, and marketing so he can buy back his time • Uses other people’s money (credit, low‑interest loans) to grow without draining his own cash If you’ve ever said “my market is too saturated” or “I’m too small to hire help,” this conversation will punch holes in those excuses fast. Want help setting up the kind of marketing Frank uses (Google, Meta, reviews, follow‑up)? Drop GAME TRUCK in the comments, and we’ll reach out.

From Inflatables to $1M+ Wedding & Tent Rentals in 5 Years | How He Built & Scaled a Party Rental Business

Can you really go from a garage-startup with inflatables and credit cards… to a $1M+ wedding & tent-rental company in under 5 years? In this episode, you’ll hear the story of an event rental owner in Wilmington, NC, who realized inflatables weren’t the right fit for his market, pivoted into weddings, tents, lighting, linens, glassware, and lounge furniture, and scaled to a full‑time team of 30+ people. He talks about how he made the pivot, how he hires and leads, what he did for marketing, and how he’s now planning the move into owning his own venue. If you’re serious about turning your party/event rental business into a real company (not just weekend chaos ) this is one you’ll want to listen to all the way through.

From 1 Slide to 252% Growth: How 22 Rentals Scaled a Party Rental Business Under 20 Inflatables

Have under 20 inflatables and still working a day job? In this episode of the Bounce House Bosses Podcast, Brandon and Shelby from 22 Rentals (Charlotte, NC) share how they went from a single 22 ft slide and Facebook bookings to 15 inflatables, 63 rentals in June, and 252% growth in year 3. They break down starting with one giant slide and no website, how they chose their next units, what it’s really like running routes with a 5‑year‑old in the truck, and the mindset shift from “weekend hobby” to “building this for our son and our future” – plus how Event Hawk’s Google + Meta ads helped them scale in a competitive market.

How Aaron Lae Grew His Bounce House Business to $250K in One Year.

In this episode, Aaron Lae, owner of Airbounce Colorado, breaks down how he went from a 13-year-old company struggling to break $165K in revenue to hitting $250K in his first full year. He explains how he and his wife took over a semi-passive business while juggling life changes like having a baby and moving across the country to Arkansas, while growing their revenue significantly. If you're in the bounce house or party rental business, this is an episode you need to study, not just “listen” to. In this episode, you’ll learn: * How Aaron turned a $165K business into a $250K business in just one year * The keys to setting your business apart from the competition (even the garage-based ones) * How Aaron grew his online reputation with over 100 5-star reviews * Why he turned down a cotton candy machine (and what to avoid) * The system he uses to run a semi-passive bounce house business remotely * How his strategy for expanding his service area helped skyrocket his growth * The importance of customer communication and how it sets the foundation for repeat business * Why hiring the right people with the right mindset is critical to long-term success * How Aaron navigated running a business while raising a family and transitioning into new markets If you're looking to grow your business, expand to new areas, or even hire the right team, Aaron’s insights will give you the tools you need to take your business to the next level. Drop a comment with the word ‘Growth’ if you want help implementing Aaron’s strategies for scaling your own bounce house business or marketing.