From Comedy to Clippers Building a Mobile Company with Jean Marie Arellano

Alex Martin
June 26, 2024

Jean Marie Arellano, founder of Vanity Fur Mobile Grooming

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Summary:

In our recent episode of The Daily Groomer, I spoke with Jean Marie Arellano, a former improv comedian turned successful mobile grooming business owner with seven vans in southern California. Jean shared her innovative approach to grooming, using eco-friendly vans powered by solar energy and lithium batteries, setting new industry standards. She emphasized fair pricing, recurring revenue models, and strong client relationships. Jean's story is a testament to innovation and sustainability in grooming. Don’t miss her tips on valuing your services and engaging with the community, only on this episode of The Daily Groomer.

Timestamps:

08:09 Prefer to hire experienced Petco/PetSmart refugees
16:38 Innovative approach solves grooming challenges effectively
21:10 Finance vans for business growth and flexibility
24:02 Setting prices high initially avoids frequent increases
30:46 Comparison of client relationships in mobile vs. brick-and-mortar

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