Pop Knows Campgrounds: Understanding Campground Profits - RVE 403
The RV Entrepreneur
RV LIFE
4.8 • 544 Ratings
🗓️ 17 July 2025
⏱️ 67 minutes
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Summary
Get ready for a dynamic duo! In this episode, we're welcoming Jill Shepard and Randy to the show. Jill brings a sharp eye for detail and a wealth of experience helping businesses optimize their financial health. Currently at The Campground Marketplace, she assists campground owners with P&L clean-up, ensuring financial statements are transparent, accurate, and attractive to potential buyers. Randy complements Jill's expertise with his extensive background in business and systems process optimization across a variety of industries, including resorts, campgrounds, and more. He's a master at simplifying complex workflows and implementing internet-based software tools, even pioneering tablet usage in the workplace! Together, Jill and Randy offer a unique blend of financial acumen and operational efficiency, making them the perfect guests to discuss improving campground profitability.
Connect & Learn More:
https://popknowscampgrounds.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-shepard-a53b737b/
RESOURCES
RVE Episode 382 - Campsite 360
https://therventrepreneur.com/rve382/
RVE Episode 322 - Ever Dream of buying a Campground?
https://therventrepreneur.com/rve322/
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| 0:00.0 | We were quite happy to take minimal salaries, would you call it? |
| 0:04.2 | It was pitiful. |
| 0:05.7 | It was almost non-existent. |
| 0:07.1 | But we were gaining huge experience and on-the-ground experience. |
| 0:11.9 | And because if you've been around campgrounds, the people are amazing. |
| 0:16.1 | Welcome to the RV Entrepreneur Podcast, the weekly show for nomads, work campers, RVers, and |
| 0:22.4 | entrepreneurs looking to earn a living or build a business while enjoying the RV Lifestyle. |
| 0:27.3 | This week's host is Glenn Willard. |
| 0:30.1 | Let's settle in and enjoy the RV Entrepreneur podcast, brought to you by RV Life. |
| 0:36.4 | Welcome to the RV Entrepreneur Podcast. |
| 0:39.0 | I'm Glenn Willard, your host this week, and today we're diving into the financial heart |
| 0:43.1 | and operational soul of campground success. |
| 0:46.4 | Are you a campground owner struggling with messy financials, outdated systems, or just |
| 0:51.2 | feeling overwhelmed by the day-to-day? |
| 0:53.5 | Then you're in the right place. |
| 0:55.1 | We're joined by Jill Shepard, who specializes in cleaning up campground financials and |
| 1:00.3 | Randy, an expert in optimizing business and system processes to help you maximize profits |
| 1:05.8 | and unlock your campground's full potential. |
| 1:08.7 | We'll also discuss turning your corporate skill set into a legitimate consulting gig. |
| 1:14.3 | Let's get started. |
| 1:15.5 | This episode is made possible by TravelFi. |
| 1:18.6 | Want reliable internet without the hassle. |
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