Today we’d like to introduce you to Jesus Manzano.
Hi Jesus, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
From Zero to a $6 Million Empire: The Story of Jesus Manzano and PPP Services
When I first arrived in the United States 11 years ago from Venezuela, holding a degree in Electronic Engineering and a heart full of hope, the path ahead was far from easy. Like many immigrants starting from scratch, my immediate option to survive was stepping into construction work. I was 25 years old, thousands of miles away from home, and facing a brand-new world with literally zero dollars in my pocket.
That same year, I founded PPP Services. It began as a modest endeavor, but deep down, I knew I didn’t just want to survive—I wanted to build something monumental.
Expanding the Vision
As time went on, my vision began to shift and grow. I didn’t just want a small business; I envisioned a large-scale, highly structured American company operating with top-tier systems and industry standards.
The journey was anything but a straight line. We faced countless setbacks, obstacles, and moments of uncertainty along the way. Yet, looking back, every single stumble served a purpose. Those challenges became our greatest teachers, sharpening our strategies and fueling our determination to reach every goal we set for ourselves.
“We started this company without a single cent, and today it stands as a testament to perseverance, strategy, and relentless hard work.”
Living the American Dream
Today, at 36 years old, I can proudly say that my American Dream has been profoundly rewarding. What started as an uphill battle with no capital has transformed into a thriving enterprise:
$6 Million Annual Revenue: Sustained growth built on trust and operational excellence.
National Reach: Proudly serving clients across 9 different cities nationwide.
Commercial Infrastructure: Operating out of our own commercial property.
Our Own Fleet: A growing fleet of around 25 service vans on the road daily.
Solid Structure: A streamlined corporate organization where every process is executed seamlessly.
Looking to the Future
The story of how we got here is long and complex, but the core lesson is simple: vision and resilience overcome any initial lack of resources.
PPP Services is no longer just a dream or a small startup—it is a robust, structured company that continues to expand day after day. We proved that you don’t need a fortune to start; you just need an unshakeable vision and the willingness to work for it. And this is still just the beginning.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
The Reality of Business Survival
Building a business is difficult, but staying in business is an entirely different battle. In the U.S., almost anyone can register a company—it costs as little as $80. But very few can keep it alive for over a decade. Global statistics show a stark reality: only about 20% of businesses survive past 5 years, a mere 5% cross the 10-year mark, and only 1% reach 15 to 20 years.
Having reached 11 years with PPP Services, I know firsthand what it takes to break through those statistics. We have faced countless barriers, but we conquered every single one.
Overcoming Our Greatest Hurdle: The Zoning Battle
One of our biggest and most grueling tests came when we decided to purchase our current commercial property. Due to our lack of experience at the time, we completed the transaction without double-checking with the local city planning authorities to verify its official zoning status.
Shortly after the deal closed, we discovered the harsh truth: we had been scammed with misleading information. The property was actually zoned as residential, not commercial.
We were suddenly faced with a massive crisis. Our only option was to apply for a complete rezoning of the property—a process that city officials initially told us was nearly impossible to get approved.
Giving up was not an option. For eight intense months, we fought, submitted documentation, navigated bureaucratic hurdles, and worked tirelessly to prove our case. Against all odds, we secured the rezoning approval. What could have been a catastrophic mistake instead became one of our greatest victories, teaching us invaluable lessons about due diligence, perseverance, and corporate legalities.
We’ve been impressed with PPP Services , but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
When PPP Services first launched, we started strictly as a residential painting company. However, as we began to understand the market and identify our clients’ broader needs, we quickly evolved. Over the next two to three years, we expanded our scope and transitioned into a full-fledged general contracting firm.
Eventually, we found our true niche. We shifted our focus to working directly with real estate investors, property management companies, and individuals who own multiple assets. We realized these clients didn’t just need one-off repairs; they needed a reliable partner to handle comprehensive maintenance across their portfolios—ranging from residential homes to restaurants and commercial spaces.
Today, we specialize in recurring services and have innovated our approach by offering an exclusive maintenance membership. Through this model, we proactively protect and maintain our clients’ investments on autopilot.
Our scope is truly end-to-end: we handle everything from the smallest routine maintenance job to major structural projects, including building brand-new commercial spaces from the ground up.
Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
Yes, Tony Robbins.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://pppservicesus.com/
- Instagram: pppservices_us
- Facebook: pppservices_us
- LinkedIn: PPP Services LLC
