Best of Success Podcast Show

Executive Director Jill Bloom and attorney Trent Cotney discuss the legal and business challenges contractors are raising at industry events, including contract language, insurance changes, OSHA enforcement and reputation management. Cotney encourages contractors to strengthen contracts, diversify beyond insurance work and stay proactive to reduce risk and position their businesses for long-term s...

From startup to success, Vanessa Fusco shares how purpose, perseverance, and leadership shaped Rejoice & Restore. Sponsored by QXO

Marketing metrics like website traffic and social media growth may look impressive, but they don't always drive business results. In this episode, Anna Anderson, CEO of A Squared, explains the six key performance indicators every roofing contractor should track to generate better leads, improve marketing ROI, and build long-term growth.

How Garen Armstrong built Trussi. AI to run Shamrock across 14 markets, then opened it to every roofer. Sponsored by Trussi. AI

Trust remains one of the most valuable assets a roofing company can build. In this episode, Anna Anderson shares strategies for leveraging community relationships, industry recognition, certifications and earned media to enhance reputation, improve visibility and create sustainable business growth.

Trent Cotney joins Jill Bloom to discuss the employment challenges roofing contractors face today, including documentation, employee handbooks, terminations and severance agreements, and how proper policies can help reduce legal risk.

Amparo Sancen, founder of Latinos en Roofing and CEO of Sancen Contracting, reflects on the mistakes she sees roofing contractors make, starting with their business plan—if they have one at all. Escucha este podcast en español.

In this episode, Doug Kramer reflects on Polycon’s rise from a startup to an emerging industry leader in spray foam roofing and insulation. He explains how innovation, customer-focused culture, and long-standing industry relationships are helping the company expand during a challenging supply chain environment. Kramer also shares insights into the growing awareness of spray foam technology and why...

As another highly-anticipated storm season gets under way, RC brought representatives from GAF and IBHS back together to discuss how the FORTIFIED roofing movement continues to gain momentum in communities across the country. It’s also providing new opportunities for roofers to succeed. Listen to the exclusive conversation here.

Construction attorney Trent Cotney explained how petroleum-driven material inflation and accelerated data center construction schedules are increasing risk exposure for contractors. The conversation also explored termination clauses, procurement challenges and how future technology shifts could reshape demand for large-scale data center projects.

Electric spray rigs, gear-pump proportioners and field reporting are changing how spray polyurethane foam is made, verified and sold—while a wave of training aims to close installation gaps and protect margins.

The proposed TopBuild acquisition by QXO highlights growing concerns among contractors about how consolidation and vertical integration could affect competition, pricing, and access to sensitive estimating and procurement data. Trent Cotney emphasized that contractors can protect themselves by strengthening contract language, carefully managing documentation, and clearly defining responsibilities...

Contractors often struggle with inconsistent leads not due to workmanship, but because of weak marketing systems, especially across Google visibility, ads, responsiveness, websites, and social content. A reliable pipeline depends on optimizing five areas: Google Business Profiles, Local Service Ads, rapid response and review management, high-performing websites, and authentic social media activity...

Roofing professionals gathered on Capitol Hill for Roofing Day in D.C., engaging lawmakers on key issues such as workforce shortages, housing affordability and policies to support industry growth. Leaders highlighted potential legislative solutions, including tax credits and initiatives to boost construction, while NRCA provided guidance to help contractors effectively advocate. Despite concerns a...

A highly-anticipated storm season is fast approaching, and roofing contractors have already been very active in multiple markets around the country. Those looking ahead to a few volatile months after a weakened storm season 2025 want to maximize opportunities by getting a good start via preparation. RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney said contractors can start now and put some key plans in plac...

Roofing contractors are beginning to tap into AI’s potential beyond marketing, using tools like customer-facing agents to automate appointment booking and improve lead conversion. By eliminating delays and missed calls, AI helps contractors capture more opportunities and stay competitive, especially during busy work hours when most leads are typically lost. Sponsored by

Over the past year, Eagleview showcased its evolution into a technology company offering solutions to multiple problems for roofing contractors. CEO Piers Dormeyer said the mission continues in 2026, and that roofers will be blown away by new capabilities on the forefront. Though he wouldn’t provide much when he recently joined the RC Podcast, he did say that contractors were on the verge of new t...

When hundreds of roofing contractors and other industry professionals from around the country fly-in to Washington, D.C. to speak with one voice, members of the U.S. Congress appear to listen. They’ll get their chance again at the ninth annual Roofing Day April 14-15. Organized by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), the event offers roofing activists the chance to meet directly wi...

El experto en marketing Poncho Serrano explica por qué los contratistas de roofing deben adoptar visibilidad en múltiples plataformas, contenido constante y una estrategia orgánica para competir en 2026. Descubra cómo encaja la IA y por qué estar “en todas partes” en línea ya no es opcional. Hear this podcast in English.

Marketing expert Poncho Serrano explains why roofing contractors must embrace multi-platform visibility, consistent content and organic strategy to compete in 2026. Learn how AI fits in—and why being “everywhere” online is no longer optional. Escucha este podcast en español.

There’s a lot to be said about the cost savings and efficiencies made available with the onset of artificial intelligence in the roofing and construction space. Yet, it’s still a relationship-based business that still relies on face-to-face interactions, even with all the evolving technology. “I’ve always believed construction is a face-to-face kind of (business),” explained W&C Legal Expert T...

Amparo Sancen, fundadora de Latinos en Roofing y directora ejecutiva de Sancen Contracting, reflexiona sobre los errores que ve cometer a los contratistas de techado, empezando por su plan de negocios — si es que tienen uno Hear this podcast in English

The 2026 SPFA Convention & Expo will center on workforce development, certification access and jobsite-ready education as demand for qualified spray foam installers grows across residential and commercial markets. In addition to certification prep courses, ABAA training and entrepreneur-focused sessions, the event will offer recorded breakout sessions, Spanish-language programming and real-tim...

Roofing contractors are facing real operational disruptions as immigration enforcement uncertainty causes crews to stop reporting, delaying projects and straining builder relationships. The proposed Dignity Act would introduce a structured, renewable legal status for certain undocumented workers, aiming to stabilize the construction labor force without granting immediate amnesty. Until legislative...

During IRE 2026, Tanja Kern interviewed three state directors from SkillsUSA about the organization’s role in shaping the future of skilled trades. They explained how SkillsUSA not only provides technical training across multiple disciplines but also builds leadership skills and connects students directly with employers. Contractors were encouraged to engage with their state directors through skil...