Best of Success Podcast Show

Roofers in Recovery formed roughly four years ago to help get roofing contractors battling substance issues into treatment. RC Publisher Jill Bloom recently caught up with co-founder Eric Oberembt, CEO, D&M Roofing in Omaha, Nebraska, and got the backstory of the organization’s grassroots origins, and an update on plans for the future.

The ripple effects from The Home Depot’s blockbuster acquisition of SRS Distribution are still being felt, but it didn’t come as a big surprise to roofing industry observer and legal expert Trent Cotney. In this exclusive episode, Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, breaks down why the deal made sense for both the retail giant and the fastest-growing roofing supplier in the nation. Cotney also...

As the first-ever female president and vice president of the Montana Roofing Association, Morgan Thiel and Rachel Hoover are focused on growing the association's membership and outreach, especially to young people and women in the roofing industry. Learn more about these dynamic leaders in this exclusive interview.

Upcoming legislation in Minnesota could forever change how contractors do business in the state, and could lead to other states following suit. In this episode, legal expert Trent Cotney and Minnesota roofing contractors share their concerns about HF 4444.

The FCC recently clarified aspects of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, making it easier for consumers to revoke consent from receiving “robocalls” and “robotexts.” RC’s marketing and legal experts explain what roofing contractors need to know to stay compliant while marketing your business.

Justin Koscher, president of the Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association (PIMA), recently sat down with RC to discuss the latest innovations in the space, and what roofing contractors can look for in the coming year. Listen to the full conversation here.

The Corporate Transparency Act, an anti-money laundering law called invasive by opponents, has been deemed unconstitutional by a federal judge. Does this mean roofing contractors no longer have to worry about how it’ll affect their business? Legal Expert Trent Cotney weighs in on the ruling.

It's important for roofing contractors to stay on top of the latest trends and issues if they hope to subcontract their labor successfully, which is why RC recently turned to the expertise of Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese, about how the subcontractor market has changed over the past year.

In this episode, RC Publisher Jill Bloom sits down with Trent Cotney, partner at Adams and Reese, to discuss a new project Cotney is working on to help contractors when OSHA unexpectedly shows up on the job site.

In a world where so much can feel out of control, Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson is here to remind roofing contractors that there are aspects of their business they can control. In this episode of “Dear Anna,” she explains what those are and how to leverage them in your marketing.

Jill Bloom, group publisher of Roofing Contractor, Walls & Ceilings, and Building Enclosure, chats with the CEO of IIBEC, Brian Pallasch. Brian joins us to discuss the upcoming convention happening March 8-11 in Phoenix, Ariz., which is expected to be even bigger than last year’s. Listen in as Brian chats about the keynote speaker, educational sessions and what’s new at the trade show this yea...

In the latest episode of Best of Success, RC Publisher Jill Bloom interviews Anna Anderson, CEO of Art Unlimited, who shares invaluable insights on identifying your customer persona. Anderson emphasizes the crucial role of data in pinpointing target customers, leveraging both internal and external data sources. With a remarkable arsenal of 300 data sets, Anderson demonstrates how layering persona...

It’s a new year and for all those roofing contractors that use subcontractors and think they know all the changes in store, they might want to think again. RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney provides an update on the latest ruling in this ongoing saga in this brief, exclusive conversation with RC. Listen to more of this episode as Cotney outlines what roofing contractors need to know.

Art Unlimited CEO and marketing guru Anna Anderson explains how to stay focused and attain manageable goals during trade show season in the roofing industry.

Richey Nelson, a third-generation roofer, co-founded Roofr with Kevin Redman to address a gap in connecting homeowners with roofing services, initially offering a free aerial-imagery measurement tool to entice contractors. This tool's success led to the development of an aerial-imagery reporting tool that met a crucial need in the market. Nelson envisions Roofr as a comprehensive sales platform in...

Fall dangers are the leading known hazard to roofing contractors, and despite innovations in training and technology to protect employees, they continue to happen at alarming rates. In an environment where workforce production is paramount to success, roofers must often balance customer satisfaction with using subcontractors that may be less sophisticated on safety. In this episode, RC Publisher J...

The holiday season is a time of joy and laughter – except when payments aren’t on time. In this episode, Roofing Contractor Group Publisher Jill Bloom speaks with Thea Dudley, CEO of Pocket Protectors, aka “The Credit Overlord,” on navigating holiday schedules and collections while not looking like a Grinch.

The National Roofing Contractor Association’s (NRCA) Hispanic Outreach Task Force is making a big push to empower Latino roofing contractors. RC Publisher Jill Bloom caught up with task force member Rudy Gutierrez, president and CEO of Shell Roofing Solutions Group, in Chino, Calif., to hear what they’re working on.

In this episode, Amparo and Jackie Sancen, of Sancen Contracting based in Richardson, Texas, discusses their mission to empower Latino contractors in the roofing industry to run successful businesses. Hear how her Latinos En Roofing organization is stepping up training and education efforts and building partnerships industrywide.

Roofing contractors are investing in their workforce and work spaces at the same time in order to expand training and retention efforts. Madsen Roofing & Waterproofing’s Christian Madsen and Elizabeth Sanford discusses the keys to their success with training from within.

Training programs with manufacturers are not just paying off in performance, but making a difference in how roofing contractors retain and recruit employees. Chuck Chapman, president of Tecta America, Arizona, outlines how his team maximizes those training partnerships in this brief episode.

In this brief episode, NRCA CEO McKay Daniels talks about the resources available to roofing contractors looking to improve any aspect of their business, from technical expertise on systems and installation, to how to onboard new employees.

In this brief episode, Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson provides a sneak peek into National Women in Roofing Day 2024 in Las Vegas. Organizers are planning a two-day experience to coincide with the 2024 International Roofing Expo, and added a Spanish track for the first time.

The end of the year is a good time for roofing contractors to assess their marketing strategies and plan for the year ahead, says Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson. In this brief episode, the veteran consultant breaks down what roofing contractors should be paying attention to as they close out the year strong and prepare for 2024.

Roofing contractors like to plan, but the element of the unexpected always exists on a jobsite. Sometimes, that can lead to payment delays if roofers don’t have the right protections in place, according to RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney. In this brief episode, hear Cotney highlight some of the strategies roofing contractors can employ to ensure they get paid, even when unexpected problems a...