On this episode of the COS Business Podcast, Jesse Berkshire, founder of Proud American Electrical and Solar, shares his incredible 10-year journey from Midwest roots to leading a thriving Colorado Springs business. Discover the realities of entrepreneurship in the trades, the truth about solar energy, and invaluable lessons on marketing, team building, and customer service. 🔗 GUEST INFO: Learn more about Jesse and Proud American Electrical and Solar: Website: Proud American Electrical and Solar: https://proudamericansolar.com/ 🎙️ ABOUT THE COS BUSINESS PODCAST: The #1 podcast in Colorado Springs, bringing you insights from local business leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Learn what it takes to thrive in the Pikes Peak region! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more insightful conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@ColoradoBusinessPodcast 👍 Liked this episode? Hit the LIKE button! 💬 Have questions for Jesse or thoughts on the episode? Drop them in the COMMENTS below! 🎧 LISTEN to the COS Business Podcast on your favorite platform: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jSQ8OQSi0rprCcxTGx0KB?si=hpkxA-nkQOWSs6uBf7dYbg Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/colorado-springs-business-podcast/id1492740546 🤝 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Pioneer Rodeo: https://www.pioneerrodeo.com/ Proud American Electrical and Solar: https://proudamericansolar.com/ Bolton Co: For Purpose-Driven Executives. https://www.boltonco.net/ ProLift Garage Doors: Lifting Your Expectations. https://www.proliftdoors.com/ Be Our Guest Getaways: Making Magical Memories. https://beourguestgetaways.com/ Planet Duct: Your go-to cleaning service in Colorado Springs. https://www.planetduct.com/ Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: Hassle-free healthcare. https://www.pinnacleapc.com Epoch Eyewear: Timeless Quality, Modern Edge. https://epocheyewear.com/ HomeDay : https://gethomeday.com/ Exponential Impact: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/ Fast Signs: https://www.fastsigns.com/ Cars Helping Charities: https://carshelpingcharities.org/ Dream Accounting - https://dreamaccountingsolutions.com/ Awesome Home Services - https://www.awesomeservice.com/ Reveal Med Spa - https://revealmedspas.com/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cos.bizpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/COSBusinessPodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cos-business-podcast #COSBUSINESSPODCAST #PROUDAMERICANSOLAR #JESSEBERKSHIRE #SOLARENERGY #ELECTRICALCONTRACTOR #ENTREPRENEURSHIP #SMALLBUSINESS #COLORADOSPRINGS #BUSINESSOWNER #TRADESBUSINESS #SOLARINSTALLATION #MARKETINGTIPS #CUSTOMER SERVICE #LEADERSHIP