Adrian Tobey on Groundhogg, DIY Fixes, and Life in Niagara Wine Country

Send us Fan MailAn unexpected conversation with a young entrepreneur who is never going to work a day in his life.The podcast episode titled "40 - Adrian Tobey" features a conversation between Bud and Adrian Tobey. Bud starts the episode by asking Adrian about fixing foundation cracks with expansion polyurethane foam, leading to Adrian recounting how he tackled a water leakage issue in his basement after a significant snowmelt in Canada. He explains the process of using epoxy and polyurethane foam kits to seal the cracks, which he found to be more cost-effective than hiring a professional.The discussion moves to Adrian's current residence in Niagara Falls, where he enjoys the picturesque view and proximity to wine country, which influenced their decision to settle there. Adrian shares his and his wife's passion for wine, detailing their visits to various wine regions during their travels. Bud learns about Adrian’s past, including his schooling at the University of Toronto, where he met his wife, and his transition from studying computer science to founding Groundhog, a WordPress plugin business.Adrian elaborates on Groundhog’s value proposition, emphasizing its flat-rate pricing and self-hosting features as an alternative to costly SaaS CRMs like HubSpot and Salesforce. He touches upon his previous venture, Formlift, and his early start in the WordPress plugin business while still in university. The conversation also delves into Adrian’s personal hobbies, particularly his love for building elaborate Lego sets, including the Titanic.Bud steers the talk into lighter subjects like Adrian’s hobbies and their shared enjoyment of Legos. Adrian discusses his collection and ongoing projects, mentioning the intricacies of building large sets like the Titanic. The conversation turns to sports, local interests, and childhood, providing a glimpse into Adrian’s personal life and upbringing.Towards the end, the question of future family plans arises, with Adrian expressing his and his wife's intention to have children soon. The episode closes with a recommendation for Greg Franklin as a potential guest for the show and a spirited discussion about hosting future WordCamp events in Niagara Falls, highlighting its appealing aspects compared to other Canadian cities.