Best of Success Podcast Show

In this exclusive episode, Weather Shield Roofing Systems CEO Jim Bush explains what core values drive his company for continued success.

Jim Bush was out of a job, starting a new family and facing economic uncertainty as interest rates ballooned in the early 1980s. So he followed his entrepreneurial spirit and started a roofing company that today is a market leader in West Michigan’s commercial roofing space, a perennial RC Top 100 Contractor, and was recently labeled one of Inc. Magazine's Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in Am...

Artificial intelligence continues to affect both consumer and business behavior, including recommending roofing companies to consumers searching for a contractor. In this episode, Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson discusses this development and how contractors can adapt.

Roofing contractors and industry entrepreneurs have a lot to look forward to, if they’re focused on the right strategies for success, according to Reid Ribble. The former U.S. Congressman and roofer from Wisconsin who headed the National Roofing Contractors Association for five years, will bring that message about roofing, the American dream, and more to the roofing industry during the keynote add...

President Donald Trump’s first round of executive orders since taking office for the second time called for some weeping changes across the federal government on important issues that impact workforce and overall commerce. In this brief episode, RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney has tried hard to stay on top of it all and discusses what he thinks are the main takeaways from the action in the O...

Multiple roofing contractors have been charged in federal court for bid rigging, and authorities say their investigations are ongoing. Whether in civil or criminal court, these are litigious times for business owners and roofing contractors have real concerns when it comes to receiving a subpoena. In this exclusive episode, RC’s Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney discusses some specific tactics wh...

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner at Adams & Reese LLP, discusses the ongoing insurance crisis in Florida. Cotney also discusses the Trump administration’s recent cabinet nominations and how the roofing industry will be affected, especially relating to immigration policy.

Steel-toed boots are great at protecting the feet of those in the construction industry, so why not have roofers wear them too? Turns out, that would be more hazardous for contractors. In this episode, safety expert Tammy Clark explains how this is an example of when to use the greater hazard clause to keep workers safe.

As wildfires ravage California, local businesses are aiding in relief efforts. Antis Roofing, Wahoo’s Fish Taco, and the American Red Cross are collaborating to provide meals and support to frontline workers and volunteers. In this episode, learn more about the importance of coordinating with established disaster relief organizations for effective assistance during crises.

Trent Cotney of Adams & Reese shares essential legal tips for businesses to navigate year-end planning, tackle insurance challenges in storm-related work, and prepare for 2025. His insights emphasize strategic financial planning, labor management, and proactive goal-setting to ensure a successful transition into the New Year.

In this episode of “Dear Anna,” marketing expert Anna Anderson dives into some of the key points made during the Best of Success conference on how roofing companies can elevate their branding.

Rich Russo, show director of the International Roofing Expo, Danielle Griffin, Show Marketing Director and Brandy McElhaney, Senior Conference Manger, join RC Group Publisher Jill Bloom for an exclusive early look at what roofing contractors and other industry professionals can look forward to at IRE 2025, Feb. 19-21, 2025 in San Antonio. Check out the full conversation here.

Roofing contractors with concerns about the incoming Trump Administration can look at the overall economic performance of the former president’s first term for some clarity, says RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney. In this exclusive episode, RC’s Legal Insights expert discusses some specific policies that will simply disappear in a second Trump term, and how roofing contractors can prepare.

General contractors have safety on the mind when hiring roofing companies but sometimes those practices don’t mesh with what actually keeps roofers safe. In this episode, Tammy Clark, owner of Tammy K. Clark companies, explains exemption clauses and how to use them to keep your workers safe.

Roofing contractors do their community a service by providing safe and dry shelter. But what happens when your business isn’t ready for the next big storm? Steve Slepcevic, CEO of Strategic Response Partners, shares what contractors can do to prepare for severe weather events so they’re ready to roll.

The 2024 presidential election will have far-reaching implications, but one you may not be thinking of is how potential customers are engaging with media. Marketing expert Anna Anderson, CEO of Art Unlimited, explains how roofing companies should heed these changes if they expect their marketing efforts to be successful.

In this discussion, RC Group Publisher Jill Bloom talks with Legal Insight columnist Trent Cotney about his recent visit to the American College of Building Arts, the only U.S. college combining traditional building trades training with a liberal arts curriculum. Cotney shares his impressions of the students’ craftsmanship, the unique educational approach, and the school’s role in shaping skilled...

With heat being the leading cause of death among all weather conditions, OSHA is proposing new heat safety standards that will affect every contractor. Tammy Clark, owner of Tammy K. Clark Companies, shares advice on how to prepare your company’s safety plans and workers to stay safe and compliant.

METALCON 2024 is coming up on Oct. 30-Nov. 1, and attendees looking for where to best spend their time during the three-day trade show can hear it from one of the show’s top brass, Judy Geller.

The recovery effort following hurricanes Milton and Helene in Florida is slowly underway, and roofing contractors on their way in to help need to be prepared, said RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney. Gas shortages, downed trees and power lines are commonplace during a state of emergency, and he cautioned regulatory enforcement won’t take a step back. In particular, roofing contractors need to b...

RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, Cotney said he’s getting a lot of questions recently from roofing contractors concerned about safety, insurance, and legal requirements when it comes to marijuana use. In this exclusive episode, he said important to have language written in your safety document that clearly outlines what this entails. The other thing he gets as...

Thanks to a perfect storm of high interest rates, a slow housing market and an election year, incidents of fraud and customers taking their time making payments are on the rise. To help combat these business-slowing challenges, we speak with Thea Dudley, CEO of Pocket Protectors, for tips on short-circuiting scams and ways to speed up the payment process.

After more than two decades of success, Tecta America continues to grow through strategic acquisitions across the country amid an influx of competitive private equity investors with deep pockets. Hear how the company looks for acquisitions and get an insightful glimpse into the motivation and philosophy behind the strategy from CEO Dave Reginelli and Mark Santacrose, Tecta’s executive chairman and...

Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese, explains how recent court rulings on non-compete clauses have thwarted efforts for a nationwide ban – for now.

With the school season resuming once again, now is a great time to re-learn the ABCs – that is, the ABCs of marketing. In this episode of Dear Anna, Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson explains some of the basics of marketing that could open up new opportunities for roofing contractors.