Business and Life Lessons From a True Starter-Upper

By Colin Sheehan, RCS Reporter. 

Kimba Garcia is inspiring others to realize their dreams through sharing how she triumphed over struggle.  

In episode 22 of the Leaps & Bounds podcast brought to you by Leap, host Thomas Basch is joined by CEO of RKG Roofing, Kimba Garcia, who shares her story on how she overcame difficulties in her life to become the industry leader she is today. This episode, titled "Humble Beginnings to CEO,” is a must listen for contractors looking for an inspiring, energetic story that will drive their day forward.  

The podcast also covers how Kimba differentiates herself from the competition as an insurance restoration contractor in Texas as well as how she finds and recruits quality people to help her build the brand of RKG Roofing. Thomas and Kimba discuss her vision for the future of roofing and what it’s like to be a CEO in the industry today.  

About the guest 

Kimba Garcia is the co-owner and CEO of RKG Roofing & Construction which has locations in Fort Worth, Prosper, and Austin, Texas. In addition to her work in the roofing industry, she is the founder of CEO-AF, a lifestyle and education brand for entrepreneurs. Kimba and her husband and business partner, Robby Garcia, have three children together and their family enjoys wakeboarding at the lake during their days off.  

About the host 

Thomas Basch is the head of customer experience at Leap. He started in the roofing and construction industry 20 years ago and since then has met with thousands of contractors, helping them adopt new technologies that strengthen their businesses. He finds fulfillment in watching those he’s helped as they continue to grow their company with new technology. He loves hosting the Leaps & Bounds podcast where he gets to meet, interview and learn from a variety of exciting and intelligent guests. 

Listen to the entire podcast to learn how Kimba grew into an inspiring CEO and industry leader. 

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