Jacqui Brueggeman – Free Your Time and Build Your Business
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On this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Karen Edwards is joined by Jacqui Brueggeman of ABC Supply to discuss how contractors can leverage marketing to differentiate themselves from the competition. They explore the key role of marketing in contractor businesses and the strategies that drive success. Choosing the right partner to help with your marketing program is critical and ABC Supply has made that easy through their Freedom Programs and much more. Tune in to learn about the expert guidance, marketing tools and business solutions available to help grow your business. Learn more at...
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Coffee Conversations LIVE From WRE 2024!
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You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by General Coatings, coming to you LIVE from the Western Roofing Expo! Join us on day one of the show, Monday, September 30, 2024, at 2 p.m. P.T., as we meet with industry leaders and experts from the western region of the U.S. Guests include manufacturers, distributors and leading contractors who will share their insights and wisdom live from the trade show floor. The topics will center around what's hot across the country and in the western U.S. as well as what’s to come for the rest of year and into 2025. Watch from the...
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OCT 2024 Roofer of the Month - Bliss Roofing
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In the October episode of Roofer of the Month, host Alex Tolle shines a spotlight on Bliss Roofing, a family-operated enterprise with a legacy spanning over five decades. Bliss Roofing is renowned in the Portland Metro area for its expertise in residential roofing, handling projects from re-roofing to new construction. The company excels in installing a variety of materials, including composition shingles, metal, slate, tile, TPO, and shakes, ensuring each project meets the highest standards through meticulous inspection. With a fully equipped repair department and a commitment to customer...
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Cool Coatings: Combating Urban Heat Islands
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In this RLW, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Lauren Rogers of Sherwin-Williams to discuss cool coatings. Cool coatings represent a transformative solution in construction, designed to combat urban heat islands and enhance building energy efficiency. These coatings utilize advanced materials and reflective pigments to minimize heat absorption from sunlight, thereby maintaining lower surface temperatures compared to traditional roofing materials. For contractors looking to incorporate cool coatings it can be a triple-bottom-line benefit for building owners of cost savings, environmental...
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Working the Storm
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In this Coffee Conversations, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets up with the experts at GAF to discuss how they support roofing contractors as they navigate an ever-changing insurance industry. Through education, resources, and services such as GAF ScopeConnectSM, GAF is helping contractors who have not typically done insurance work add this offering to their businesses, delivering results for homeowners and making the process easy and rewarding for all parties. Join us to learn what is changing in the insurance industry and how contractors can look at adding more insurance work to their...
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Conquering Payroll Challenges
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Robert McManus, CFO of Mid-South Roof Systems, about the payroll challenges roofing contractors (or any contractor) face when employees frequently move between multiple job sites. Traditional methods, such as paper timesheets and punch cards, are prone to errors, delays and increased labor costs. Heidi and Robert discuss the complications of payroll and how Mid-South Roof Systems conquered these challenges by leveraging technology to ensure accurate payroll processing, improve compliance with labor laws and enhance overall...
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Untapped Roofing Revenue
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards chats with Tracey Donels of Service First Solutions about the often-untapped wealth of revenue found in roofing companies that have a dedicated service department. While many companies hesitate, fearing the complexity and potential challenges, Tracey will discuss how ongoing maintenance and repairs can not only provide a steady, reliable income stream year-round, but also strengthen customer loyalty and trust. With expert guidance, roofing businesses can unlock the full potential of their service departments, turning them into engines of...
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Moisture Control: What you Need to Know
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Dan Clancy to discuss the challenge of controlling moisture in a roofing assembly. The conversation introduces SlopeShield® Plus SA, a game-changing, permeable vapor retarder roofing membrane designed to integrate seamlessly into your roofing assembly. Dan teaches us what permeable means and why SlopeShield’s permeability is crucial for effective air and moisture management. He shares insights from the field, highlighting how SlopeShield addresses common challenges faced by contractors. Lastly, Dan outlines...
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Coffee Conversations - Future-proof Your Business: Strategic Succession Planning
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In this Coffee Conversations, we dive into the essential strategies for securing the future of your roofing business through effective succession planning. Whether you’re a family-owned company or a large organization, planning for leadership transitions is critical for maintaining stability and growth. Our expert panel, moderated by Heidi J. Ellsworth and spearheaded by Rich Carroll of Carroll Consulting, will discuss key elements such as identifying and developing future leaders, creating smooth ownership transitions and preserving company culture. Join us for an insightful conversation on...
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Unlocking Potential With Individual Coaching Services
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On this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with the founders of The GLO Group, Monica Vornbrock and Melissa Chapman. They discuss how their personalized coaching services, certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), help individuals unlock their full potential, develop goals and implement changes for personal and professional growth. Discover the powerful impact coaching has on enhancing self-awareness, communication skills and achieving meaningful goals, along with real-life success stories showcasing coaching as a catalyst for positive change. Don't miss...
info_outlineIn this Coffee Conversations, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets up with the experts at GAF to discuss how they support roofing contractors as they navigate an ever-changing insurance industry. Through education, resources, and services such as GAF ScopeConnectSM, GAF is helping contractors who have not typically done insurance work add this offering to their businesses, delivering results for homeowners and making the process easy and rewarding for all parties. Join us to learn what is changing in the insurance industry and how contractors can look at adding more insurance work to their traditional retail business. Guests include GAF External Learning and Development Lead Mike Thomas, GAF Territory Manager Eric Small and Josh Price, Lead Project Estimator at Tar Heel Construction Group, LLC.
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