Building RITE Technology on Consistency, People, and Purpose
Some entrepreneurs start with a business plan. David Polimeni started with a calling. In this Stir episode, Aginto’s Chris Williams sits down with the leader behind RITE Technology to unpack an uncommon path: stepping into a sales role as a “stepping stone,” then realizing—within months—that the real opportunity was ownership, leadership, and building a culture that outlasts any single product line.
David’s story is rooted in discipline and faith, but it’s powered by a very practical belief: the hardest part of entrepreneurship is consistency. Not the logo. Not the launch. Not the hype. The daily drip that cuts the canyon.
A Morning Routine That Sets the Tone
Chris opens with the kind of “deep” questions Stir is known for, and David’s answer lands with clarity. The first app he checks isn’t email anymore—it’s the Bible app. It’s a subtle shift, but it signals a bigger theme: David is intentional about what gets the first slice of his attention.
He’s also a routine-first operator. Up at 4:15 a.m., in the office before 6, and allergic to the snooze button. He laughs about how he used to keep the alarm across the room so he had to physically get up—and once he was up, the day was already moving. For David, discipline isn’t a personality trait. It’s a strategy.
“Loving My Wife” and the Three-Strand Cord
When Chris asks what habit David will never give up, David doesn’t hesitate: loving his wife. Married for more than three decades and together even longer, he credits their faith as the glue—“three strands” that keep the relationship strong when the two of them, by themselves, would’ve been “messy.”
It’s not a detour from business. It’s the foundation. In David’s world, leadership starts at home, because how you show up in private eventually becomes how you show up in public.
From Ministry to Technology, and a Surprise Pivot Toward Ownership
David’s path into tech didn’t begin with a perfect resume. In fact, he jokes that if Chris saw the early versions of it, they’d both laugh at the “marketing mistakes.” He originally took a role in 2007 while transitioning out of full-time ministry, aiming to get into technology sales. His dream job at the time was as specific as it was earnest: a B2B Verizon rep.
But once he stepped into the industry, the goal shifted. Within the first year, David became convinced he wanted to own the business. He approached the founding owner early, and the response was blunt: “Show me the money.” Years later, that persistence turned into partnership and then ownership, marking a decade-plus journey from sales to leadership at scale.
What RITE Technology Became, and Why It Had To
RITE Technology’s origin lane—copiers and printers—came with an obvious forecast. Printing habits were changing, offices were going digital, and “business as usual” wasn’t a strategy. David describes the pressure plainly: you don’t need to be a weatherman to know what’s coming.
So RITE evolved. David shares how the company expanded into commercial AV and later physical security, aligning new offerings with the same decision-makers they already served. It wasn’t random expansion—it was adjacency, culture fit, and long-term relevance. Today, that blend of workplace technology, AV, and security reflects the reality that modern offices don’t just need equipment—they need integrated experiences and protected spaces.
The Real Surprise of Entrepreneurship: People
When Chris asks what surprised David most about being an entrepreneur, the answer is immediate: people.
Not because people are “difficult,” but because leadership often means seeing potential in someone before they see it themselves. David explains the tension of trying to help someone become what they need to become, even when they resist the very growth that would change their trajectory. He calls it “imposed growth,” and he’s grateful for it—because someone once believed in him enough to push him forward, too.
That’s why David’s favorite non-resume trait is enthusiasm. You can’t always quantify it, but you can feel it. He tells Chris he’s “magnetically attracted” to enthusiastic people and drops a line that sticks: great leaders are elevators. You get on an elevator to go up.
Holding the Line, With Gratitude in Mind
The conversation turns into a masterclass on mindset. Chris shares how gratitude protects his energy, and David counters with a sharp question: what’s the opposite of gratitude? They land on entitlement—and then go even deeper into how “repetitive consideration” can drain a person if all they do is replay dissatisfaction.
David shares RITE’s theme for 2026: “Hold the line with gratitude in mind.” It’s not defensive. It’s stabilizing. It’s a decision to value what you have, appreciate your team and clients, and lead steady through economic and industry headwinds—without letting the pressure rewrite the culture.
What the Next Five Years Looks Like
David’s vision is simple and strong. In the next five years, he wants to own the business without the business owning him. He wants leadership to come from others more than himself. In other words, he’s building a company that scales beyond his personal capacity—without losing the values that made it work in the first place.
Watch the full Stir interview to hear how David Polimeni built RITE Technology through consistency, faith-driven leadership, and a commitment to elevating people—especially when they don’t see their own potential yet.
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Building RITE Technology on Consistency, People, and Purpose
Some entrepreneurs start with a business plan. David Polimeni started with a calling. In this Stir episode, Aginto’s Chris Williams sits down with the leader behind RITE Technology to unpack an uncommon path: stepping into a sales role as a “stepping stone,” then realizing—within months—that the real opportunity was ownership, leadership, and building a culture that outlasts any single product line.
David’s story is rooted in discipline and faith, but it’s powered by a very practical belief: the hardest part of entrepreneurship is consistency. Not the logo. Not the launch. Not the hype. The daily drip that cuts the canyon.
A Morning Routine That Sets the Tone
Chris opens with the kind of “deep” questions Stir is known for, and David’s answer lands with clarity. The first app he checks isn’t email anymore—it’s the Bible app. It’s a subtle shift, but it signals a bigger theme: David is intentional about what gets the first slice of his attention.
He’s also a routine-first operator. Up at 4:15 a.m., in the office before 6, and allergic to the snooze button. He laughs about how he used to keep the alarm across the room so he had to physically get up—and once he was up, the day was already moving. For David, discipline isn’t a personality trait. It’s a strategy.
“Loving My Wife” and the Three-Strand Cord
When Chris asks what habit David will never give up, David doesn’t hesitate: loving his wife. Married for more than three decades and together even longer, he credits their faith as the glue—“three strands” that keep the relationship strong when the two of them, by themselves, would’ve been “messy.”
It’s not a detour from business. It’s the foundation. In David’s world, leadership starts at home, because how you show up in private eventually becomes how you show up in public.
From Ministry to Technology, and a Surprise Pivot Toward Ownership
David’s path into tech didn’t begin with a perfect resume. In fact, he jokes that if Chris saw the early versions of it, they’d both laugh at the “marketing mistakes.” He originally took a role in 2007 while transitioning out of full-time ministry, aiming to get into technology sales. His dream job at the time was as specific as it was earnest: a B2B Verizon rep.
But once he stepped into the industry, the goal shifted. Within the first year, David became convinced he wanted to own the business. He approached the founding owner early, and the response was blunt: “Show me the money.” Years later, that persistence turned into partnership and then ownership, marking a decade-plus journey from sales to leadership at scale.
What RITE Technology Became, and Why It Had To
RITE Technology’s origin lane—copiers and printers—came with an obvious forecast. Printing habits were changing, offices were going digital, and “business as usual” wasn’t a strategy. David describes the pressure plainly: you don’t need to be a weatherman to know what’s coming.
So RITE evolved. David shares how the company expanded into commercial AV and later physical security, aligning new offerings with the same decision-makers they already served. It wasn’t random expansion—it was adjacency, culture fit, and long-term relevance. Today, that blend of workplace technology, AV, and security reflects the reality that modern offices don’t just need equipment—they need integrated experiences and protected spaces.
The Real Surprise of Entrepreneurship: People
When Chris asks what surprised David most about being an entrepreneur, the answer is immediate: people.
Not because people are “difficult,” but because leadership often means seeing potential in someone before they see it themselves. David explains the tension of trying to help someone become what they need to become, even when they resist the very growth that would change their trajectory. He calls it “imposed growth,” and he’s grateful for it—because someone once believed in him enough to push him forward, too.
That’s why David’s favorite non-resume trait is enthusiasm. You can’t always quantify it, but you can feel it. He tells Chris he’s “magnetically attracted” to enthusiastic people and drops a line that sticks: great leaders are elevators. You get on an elevator to go up.
Holding the Line, With Gratitude in Mind
The conversation turns into a masterclass on mindset. Chris shares how gratitude protects his energy, and David counters with a sharp question: what’s the opposite of gratitude? They land on entitlement—and then go even deeper into how “repetitive consideration” can drain a person if all they do is replay dissatisfaction.
David shares RITE’s theme for 2026: “Hold the line with gratitude in mind.” It’s not defensive. It’s stabilizing. It’s a decision to value what you have, appreciate your team and clients, and lead steady through economic and industry headwinds—without letting the pressure rewrite the culture.
What the Next Five Years Looks Like
David’s vision is simple and strong. In the next five years, he wants to own the business without the business owning him. He wants leadership to come from others more than himself. In other words, he’s building a company that scales beyond his personal capacity—without losing the values that made it work in the first place.
Watch the full Stir interview to hear how David Polimeni built RITE Technology through consistency, faith-driven leadership, and a commitment to elevating people—especially when they don’t see their own potential yet.
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