Turning Obstacles into Opportunity with Pat Alacqua
In this third episode, Jeff Hannah welcomes Pat Alacqua back for a rare look into his ventures since selling Nth Degree. Pat reflects on leadership and his vision for the future. Pat shares how perseverance, determination, and resilience have fueled his successes, including his role in business turnarounds and his recent endeavors.
Pat discusses purchasing a local sports complex and transforming it into a national brand through innovative processes for player development, training, and an event model. He talks about his “3C’s Process for Faster Growth,” as well as his upcoming book, Obstacles to Opportunity: Transforming Business Challenges Into Triumphs. Pat also reveals plans for an online membership platform offering daily tips on professional growth and business building – and highlights his collaboration with Jane Gentry on the “Optimum Value Blueprint” for the trade show industry.
Jeff and Pat explore the concept of legacy, with Pat reflecting on his desire to create a “ripple effect” by inspiring and sharing wisdom to help others grow. Pat emphasizes that success is not only about personal achievements but about enabling others to thrive.
The conversation shifts to collaboration, including the importance of working with competitors for the greater good of an industry. Pat reflects on identifying common interests and fostering partnerships that drive collective success.
When asked about the future of the trade show industry, Pat highlights the importance of shifting the “industry DNA” from a focus on individual performance to building high-performing teams. He emphasizes scaling businesses through coaching, mentoring, and empowering others, redefining success as team growth and achievement.
Jeff and Pat conclude by discussing the launch of Jeff’s new Trade Show Basics course, which is designed to support newcomers to the industry. This episode is rich with lessons on leadership, growth, and the power of collaboration.
Part 1 of my interview with Pat.
Part 2 of my interview with Pat.
Website: https://www.patalacqua.com/
Email: pat@patalacqua.com
