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This month's topic is: How can contractors use sustainability in their business and sales?    Learn more at metalcoffeeshop.com     Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up     Sign up for the Week in Metal!     Follow Us!   https://www.facebook.com/Metalcoffeeshop   https://twitter.com/MtlCoffeeShop   https://www...

In this MetalCoffeeShop ® MetalTalk ®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Luke McCormack from McCormack Partners to explore the intricacies of recruiting in the roofing industry. They discuss the challenges facing roofing companies in attracting new talent, the importance of staying ahead in hiring practices and practical strategies for adjusting recruitment processes to compete for specialized...

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In this MetalCast , Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Robert " Bobby " Mesmer of RMG Erectors & Constructors of Montana, LLC to discuss the ins and outs of selling your business . As the owner of multiple businesses including one of the world's largest metal building erector companies , he will cover succession, mergers and acquisitions, when to sell and when not to sell .  Heidi and Bobby continu...

In this MetalTalk , Karen Edwards visits with Chad Rowe, Ken  McLauchlan and Stephen Gosk of Metal F orming to discuss new fabrication technology must-haves for 2024 . As sheet metal shops, contractors and fabricators look at producing the metal building products the market demands, Metal F orming is providing the machinery to do it .  They will discuss new technologies surrounding b oard & b atte...

In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards visits with Taylor Hanes and Guy Kopperud of One Click Contractor.  This innovative company helps contractors digitally deliver accurate, professional, and customized sales proposals that contain estimates, contracts and presentations.  They talk about the history of their technology and how they have made the transition from paper to digital as smooth as p...

In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards visits with Kiki Redhead and Brynn Wildenauer of Sherwin-Williams to discuss metal walls. They will discuss the benefits of using metal over other materials, the aesthetic advantages of metal, and the varying colors available for metal walls. They will also discuss how you can incorporate more metal walls into your contracting work.   Learn more at metalcof...

In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards sits down with Matthew Smith of Truss, a cutting-edge banking and payment solution for contractors and the greater construction industry. They delve into Truss's origins and development, highlighting their realization of the demand for specialized banking tailored to the industry.  As part of the MetalVue program with Sherwin-Williams, Matthew also shares h...

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In this episode of MetalCast ™, Karen Edwards meets up with Neil and Lin Warner from SteelGrip SAMM® to talk about safety on metal roofs. The two share how Neil's own safety issues in the painting industry led to the development of this unique safety solution that has carried over and transformed safety in the metal roofing industry. Learn how these magnetic mats work and what safety issues they a...

In this MetalTalk, Karen Edwards visits with Amir Davani, Head of Sales at Rillavoice, about how the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is influencing metal construction. Sebastian talks about the growth, ethics and application of AI in metal construction. You will also learn how to use this powerful technology to transcribe and analyze your sales team's conversations, providing insights and co...

In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards visits with Keith Dietzen of SmartBuild Systems.  As the power behind the Roofing Passport, which is part of MetalVue, SmartBuild offers the only fully automated roofing software platform for estimating and ordering for metal roofing.  The software puts contractors in command of the bidding process. Karen and Keith discuss the history of SmartBuild, the ser...

In this MetalCast™ episode, Karen Edwards visits with Paul Watts of Watts Removal Products. Known for their easy-to-use, highly effective removal products that are environmentally friendly, Watts Removal Products are the only Sherwin-Williams approved products on the market besides water! Paul will not only discuss the benefits of these products, but will share how to keep your metal clean, and ho...

In this MetalCast episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Mark MacDonald of Sherwin-Williams to discuss the new Sherwin-Williams MetalVue Dealers' Portal. They talk about the history and creation of MetalVue and its Dealers Portal.  The revolutionary MetalVue program offers one of the most informative and educational dealers' portals in the market and is known for helping contractors Make more...

In this MetalTalk , Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Geoff Bernstein of Vicwest , Stephen Gosk of MetalForming , and Holly Gotfredson of American Metalcraft and Finishing Dynamics to discuss the State of the Union for the metal industry looking forward to 2024. They will talk about the health of the industry overall, what to watch for in 2024 and how to stay on top of the latest trends and developme...

In this MetalCast episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Ken McLauchlan and Stephen Gosk of MetalForming about the best options for leasing or buying metal forming equipment. With interest rates higher than prior years and the market continuing to grow, metal contractors are looking for solutions and fabrication equipment is an excellent option. So, if you are starting a sheet metal shop or growi...

In this MetalCast episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Bobby Mesmer, a driving force behind RMG Erectors & Constructors, RMG Aviation, Iron Will Racing, and RMG Luxury Services. They discuss ways to scale your business sustainably, grow your business in the face of adversity and foster good employee-employer relationships. They also talk about the impact that selling a business can have on the...

This month's question is: What are best practices for attracting and retaining employees? Learn more at metalcoffeeshop.com     Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today!  https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up     Sign up for the Week in Metal!     Follow Us!   https://www.facebook.com/Metalcoffeeshop   https://twitter.com/MtlCoffeeShop   https://www.li...

In this MetalTalk™ webinar, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Dominic Caminata of Grosso University and Mark MacDonald of Sherwin-Willams about the new MetalVue Dealer's Portal. The MetalVue program is revolutionizing the sales process for metal roofing and Grosso has developed a leading portal for the program using their Learning Management System. Dominic and Grosso trainers are leaders in sales tr...

This month's influencer question is: What are the best practices for attracting and retaining employees? Learn more at metalcoffeeshop.com   Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up   Sign up for the Week in Metal!   Follow Us!   https://www.facebook.com/Metalcoffeeshop   https://twitter.com/MtlCoffeeShop   https:...

In this MetalCast episode, Karen Edwards visits with NFBA Executive Director Megan Pope, Assocation President Robyn Ommen of Sherwin-Williams along with NFBA executive board members, Mark Billstrom, president of Lester Building Systems, Joe Shimp, president of Conestoga Buildings and Josh Nowlin, business development manager of Burrow's Supply, to discuss NFBA's 2024 Expo!  They will be talking ab...

This month's topic: Safety on the jobsite and in the office! Question: How is safety changing on the jobsite and what should contractors be aware of? Learn more at metalcoffeeshop.com Sign up for the Week in Metal! Follow Us!   https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://www.tiktok.com...

You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by New Tech Machinery, coming to you LIVE from METALCON 2023 in Las Vegas !  Join us on day two of the show as we meet with industry leaders and experts from the metal industry .  Guests include manufacturers , service providers and contractors who will share their insights and wisdom straight from the trade show floor .  You can...

In this MetalTalk™ recorded live from METALCON, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Kelli Nolden with DoneRite Home Maintenance and Michelle Kettering with LTD Exteriors to discuss women in metal construction and the metal industry as a whole. Nicole and Michelle have both trained with John Sheridan and are part of the Training Zone at METALCON.  They will share their experiences with metal roofing...

Karen Edwards visits with Kiki Redhead and Brynn Wildenauer of Sherwin-Williams to discuss the FUSE architectural color forecast. They talk about color trends, how to choose the right colors for your business and what colors are trending in the marketplace today. They will also cover which colors are becoming more popular, how to get the colors you want for your business and how staying on trend c...