DiscoverScaled Success Reptile Podcast#13 Building Tikis Geckos: David 'Tiki' Utrera’s Path from Hobbyist to Reptile Entrepreneur
#13 Building Tikis Geckos: David 'Tiki' Utrera’s Path from Hobbyist to Reptile Entrepreneur

#13 Building Tikis Geckos: David 'Tiki' Utrera’s Path from Hobbyist to Reptile Entrepreneur

Update: 2024-08-31
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In Episode 13, we feature David "Tiki" Utrera, the founder of Tikis Geckos, who turned his high school hobby into a full-time business. David shares his journey from starting Tikis Geckos in 2010, focusing on high-end New Caledonian geckos, to expanding into other reptiles like bearded dragons and chameleons. Based in West Palm Beach, Florida, David discusses his evolution in the reptile community and his dedication to educating others about reptile care and husbandry.



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#13 Building Tikis Geckos: David 'Tiki' Utrera’s Path from Hobbyist to Reptile Entrepreneur

#13 Building Tikis Geckos: David 'Tiki' Utrera’s Path from Hobbyist to Reptile Entrepreneur

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