Charging Ahead: One Man's Electric Ride to Entrepreneurship with Lee McDowell

What happens when a passionate electrician and car enthusiast discovers the untapped potential of electric vehicle infrastructure? Lee McDowell's story of transformation from overworked contractor to thriving business owner offers a blueprint for entrepreneurial success in emerging markets.

Working grueling 90-hour weeks at a construction company, McDowell had little time for his young family. When personal research into EV charging for his new Tesla revealed a significant service gap, he spotted an opportunity. Starting with installations on evenings and weekends, his side hustle matched his full-time income in just four weeks. Since leaving his job in December 2021, Car Charger Specialist has grown to 11 employees with operations across Georgia and North Carolina, on track for $3 million in revenue this year.

McDowell's business journey contains powerful lessons about partnership development, equity distribution, and cash flow management. His company leverages relationships with major automotive manufacturers while avoiding over-dependence on any single lead source. His hiring philosophy—prioritizing attitude and work ethic over experience—has built a team capable of rapid growth and expansion into new markets.

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