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The Rental Journal Podcast

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  • #162 - Tim Doling: POWR2, a global leader in clean energy storage solutions
    In this episode, we’re joined by Tim Doling, Director of Global Markets at POWR2, a global leader in clean energy storage solutions. Tim brings deep industry experience and a passion for sustainable innovation to the conversation, offering insights into how POWR2 is transforming the way the construction and rental industries approach power generation.POWR2 specializes in hybrid energy systems, particularly their flagship product—the Hybrid Power Unit which integrates battery storage with traditional generators to dramatically cut fuel usage, reduce emissions, and lower noise on job sites. Tim walks us through how these solutions not only align with global sustainability goals but also make strong commercial sense for equipment rental businesses looking to improve efficiency and meet ESG targets.This episode was recorded by Michael Larsen at the 2025 ARA Show in Las Vegas.Listen to the Leading the Charge podcast by Powr2https://powr2.com/leading-the-charge/
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  • #161 - Tony Conant: American Rental Association CEO
    Tony Conant is the American Rental Association Chief Executive Officer. The American Rental Association (ARA) is the largest international trade association for owners of equipment and event rental operations and manufacturers and suppliers of rental equipment. As rental continues to evolve, ARA employees and members are working together to build a strong future for our industry.Michael Larsen caught up with Tony Conant while at the ARA Show in Las Vegas.The ARA Show is the world’s largest equipment and event rental trade show. Hosted by the American Rental Association (ARA) since 1956, this can’t-miss trade show includes networking events, education, and a trade show featuring hundreds of exhibitors.Learn more about the upcoming The ARA Show 2026 in Orlandohttps://arashow.org/
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  • #160 - Tyler Carroll: HRIA Young Professional of the Year 2024
    Tyler Carroll of United Rentals (previously Shore Hire) was awarded the Young Professional of the Year 2024 by the Hire & Rental Industry Association, and was recently completing his exchange program in the U.S with United Rentals.Michael Larsen caught up with Tyler at the ARA Show in the Las Vegas and chatted about his experiences in the HRIA's Young Professional Program, attending the United Rentals Supplier Show and reflected on Shore Hire winning Hire Company of the Year at the HIRE24 convention.This podcast episode was sponsored by Latner Software.Have you been searching for a modern equipment rental software that is web based, helps streamline your processes and aids decision making with in-built reporting? Watch a personalised demo of Latner Software in the link below:https://play.goconsensus.com/ue0152739
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  • #159 - Anthony Durante: Building the fastest growing equipment rental business in New York City
    Anthony Durante comes from a family deeply rooted in the equipment rental industry, dating back to 1969. In 2009, he co-founded Durante Rentals alongside John Durante and Christopher Jones. From humble beginnings, the company expanded to 10 locations across the New York Tri-state area and earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies for seven consecutive years—an accomplishment achieved by only a select few.In June 2024, Durante Rentals was acquired by Herc Rentals, marking a new chapter in its journey.At the 2025 ARA Show in Las Vegas, Michael Larsen catches up with Anthony Durante to reflect on the legacy of Durante Rentals and hear what exciting ventures Anthony is pursuing next.This podcast episode was sponsored by Latner Software.Have you been searching for a modern equipment rental software that is web based, helps streamline your processes and aids decision making with in-built reporting? Watch a personalised demo of Latner Software in the link below:https://play.goconsensus.com/ue0152739
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  • #158 - Tony Tye & Erin Blair: Tony Tye & Erin Blair: How AI can help optimize route planning & reduce third party transport costs
    Michael Larsen caught up with Tony Tye & Erin Blair at the ARA Show in Las Vegas to talk about how AI can help equipment rental businesses with their route planning, driver allocation, and reduce the spend on third party transport contractors. They dive into how InTempo & Wise Systems have partnered up to bring the latest logistics innovation to the equipment rental industry.Learn more about InTempo & Wisehttps://www.intemposoftware.com/blog/intempo-partnership-wise-systems-rental-industrys-first-connected-transport-solution
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The Rental Journal’s podcast weekly interviews with equipment rental industry experts offers unparalleled insights into business successes and challenges, career progression, new technologies and industry-provoking topics from around the world. The Rental Journal Podcast aims to increase awareness of the hire and rental industry while also providing a platform for listeners to learn about the experiences from others in the industry.
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