Taking Flight: The Entrepreneurs Journey Podcast

In this episode, Sarah Tourville sits down with Christian Dodder, founder of Fire Protection Services and longtime EO Atlanta member, to celebrate EO Atlanta’s 30th anniversary and unpack an inspiring entrepreneurial journey.

Christian shares how he transitioned from selling his first company under a non-compete to diving headfirst into the complex, regulation-heavy world of fire and life safety systems with zero prior experience. Discover how he scaled a small mom-and-pop operation into a $12M powerhouse with 77 employees, all while staying focused on his niche: inspections and maintenance, not construction.
We cover:
  • Why recurring revenue and regulation made fire safety attractive
  • How saying “no” became a competitive advantage
  • The power of focus and strategic growth
  • Reinventing yourself mid-career
  • Scaling leadership and stepping out of the day-to-day
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or looking for your next pivot, this conversation is full of practical insights, real talk, and lessons in building something meaningful from the ground up.
 
Recorded live in celebration of 30 years of EO Atlanta.

Creators and Guests

Host
Sarah Tourville
Sarah Tourville is the CEO and founder of Media Frenzy Global along with being the Communications Co-Board Chair of the Atlanta Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and an Advisory Board Member of the Metro Atlanta Chamber.

What is Taking Flight: The Entrepreneurs Journey Podcast?

Embark on a journey of entrepreneurial discovery with Sarah Tourville, the Communications Board Chair of the Atlanta Chapter Entrepreneur's Organization. In this podcast, Sarah engages in heartfelt conversations with guests from EO Atlanta. Guests share their “First Flight Chronicles" and capture the pivotal moments when they took their initial leap, providing listeners with an intimate look into the challenges and triumphs of the startup world. Join us for a bi-weekly dose on Wednesday’s for an inspiring exploration into the essence of entrepreneurship. This show is proudly sponsored by EO Atlanta.