Ep. 55: From Family Business to 10 Time Inc. 5000 Company - Mike Vertolli (ComTec Systems)

What does it take to build a business that survives—and continues growing—for more than 35 years?Joe Abreu sits down with Mike Vertolli, CEO of ComTec Systems, a technology and consulting company that has evolved through decades of technological change.Mike's entrepreneurial journey began after the loss of his stepfather, when he and his mother took over a telecommunications business in the early 1990s. Without following the traditional college path, Mike chose to bet on himself, adapt to changing technology, and build the company one opportunity at a time.Today, ComTec operates across technology, energy, and tax consulting, helping businesses identify savings, improve efficiency, and navigate rapid change.🔥 IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:✅ How to build a business that can survive decades of change✅ Why entrepreneurs need to prepare for success—not just failure✅ How Mike adapted as technology transformed the business world✅ Why finding savings can be just as important as increasing revenue✅ How ComTec helps businesses improve technology, energy, and tax efficiency✅ Why client retention is one of the most powerful growth strategies✅ How a struggling healthcare organization dramatically improved its operations✅ The importance of proving value before asking clients to trust you✅ What it takes to achieve sustained growth year after year✅ How AI is changing business efficiency and the workforce✅ Why entrepreneurs should embrace calculated risks✅ Mike's "Fail Forward" philosophy for business and lifeMike also shares a powerful lesson from his own experience: one of his biggest challenges came from being so successful that he couldn't capitalize on the opportunity.His advice?Don't just prepare for what could go wrong. Prepare for what could go right—and understand what that success will require.Whether you're a startup founder, established business owner, CEO, or entrepreneur preparing for your next stage of growth, this conversation is packed with lessons about resilience, adaptability, client success, technology, and long-term business growth.👤 GUEST INFORMATION🌐 ComTec Systems:https://ComTecSystems.net💼 Connect with Mike Vertolli on LinkedIn:Search "Mike Vertolli ComTec Systems" on LinkedInMention Glovisor when reaching out 🤝If you'd like a personal introduction or have questions about working with them, feel free to reach out to us, and we'd be happy to connect you.---🚀 Level Up Your Life & Business with Glovisor👉 Start here:https://Glovisor.com📘 Learn through our books:https://store.glovisor.com/🎓 Master the system with our guided online course🤝 Go deeper with personalized 1-on-1 coachingSubscribe to the Glovisor Podcast for conversations with founders, leaders, and experts who share the strategies, systems, and mindsets that drive business growth.⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Building a Business That Lasts 35+ Years00:41 Meet Mike Vertolli01:53 Taking Over the Family Business03:22 The Challenge of Success04:17 Finding Savings in a Difficult Economy05:36 Who ComTec Helps06:56 The ComTec Difference08:37 Turning a Struggling Organization Around11:02 Becoming a 10-Time Inc. 5000 Company13:34 The Future of AI & Business Efficiency15:18 The "Fail Forward" Philosophy16:28 Connect With Mike#Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #BusinessLeadership #SmallBusiness #BusinessStrategy #Entrepreneur #Leadership #Resilience #FailForward #BusinessSuccess #AI #BusinessTechnology #ClientSuccess #Glovisor #JoeAbreu #GlovisorPodcast #ComTecThank you for listening to the Glovisor Podcast.If this episode brought you value, subscribe and share it with someone who will benefit.To learn more about our programs and upcoming episodes, visit Glovisor.com