Roofing Success

Patrick Carr, CEO and Founder of Blue Collar Media Group and host of The Patrick Carr Show, spearheads a unique approach to digital marketing for blue-collar trades through video content. Recognizing a critical gap in the industry, Patrick established Blue Collar Media Group to provide tailored media content that authentically represents contractors' brands and services. With a hands-on appro...

Meet Matt Leader, the Field Production Manager at Pro Storm Repair, boasting five years of dedicated service to the company. Prior to entering the storm repair industry, Matt navigated the world of car sales. The search for a position with more freedom led him to Pro Storm Repair, where he began as a damage consultant. His background in car sales equipped him with the openness and confidence cruci...

Ben Hodson, a seasoned entrepreneur with a 25-year track record, serves as the CEO and founder of JobNimbus. As a co-founder of the company, he brings a wealth of experience, having successfully initiated and managed 10 ventures throughout his career. Notable among his achievements are the founding of Auction Trust Network, a trust technology company, acquired by eBay in 2006, and the establishmen...

Dr. Jessica Stahl is the owner of Ignite Results, a consulting firm that specializes in scaling roofing companies by building teams and developing leaders who produce measurable results. She is an organizational psychologist who has spent the last decade partnering with Fortune 100 companies and small businesses to recruit, hire, and retain talented team members. Dr. Stahl is an internationally pu...

Kody Landals is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Reimagine Roofing. A former Marine and dedicated Eco-En voy, Kody brings a unique blend of discipline to the roofing industry. As the founding Chief Experience Officer, he is committed to revolutionizing the Roofing and Home Service Industry through innovative practices. Kody Landals is not just a business owner; he is a conscious leader o...

Meet Benjamin Fisher, the creative force and founder behind The Big Fish Contracting Company, a roofing and exterior remodeling business that emerged in 2015. Benjamin envisioned a roofing company that prioritized customer satisfaction, efficiency, and technological innovation, setting out to outshine others in the industry. With limited resources at the outset, Benny relied on his sales acumen, p...

After working in various customer service, management, and sales jobs, John met the owner of a roofing company. The owner gave John a chance, and he developed a true passion for the industry. In addition to sales, John now consults with other contractors and roofing companies. As the lead consultant for John The Roof Pro, he travels, learning about other markets and guiding other companies and sal...

The Roofing Success Podcast has had an incredible year! We've been privileged to host phenomenal guests and engage in captivating conversations. Witnessing the remarkable growth in our audience has been truly inspiring, reaching numerous contractors and making a significant impact on their businesses. In this episode, we revisit some highlights from 2023 – a year filled with fantastic discuss...

Brad Akers, based in Houston, Texas, is the owner of Brad Grows Businesses. In his career, Brad has successfully acquired, merged, and sold businesses. With a solid background spanning eight years in the construction industry, he began his journey by selling roofing material for SRS Distribution. Recognizing the untapped potential in his clients' businesses, Brad discovered a particular need...

Nathan Tebedo (Coach T) has 20+ years in the home services industry. His experience includes installations all the way to general business management as a contractor, then sales, training, consulting, and business development for a construction software company working with hundreds of contractors across the country. Nathan has also worked with security and Department of Defense contractors.  At C...

Dashaun Bryant is a door-to-door sales coach and trainer with 6 plus years of experience in the Storm Restoration Industry. He uses his skills to help door-to-door salesmen maximize their potential, by teaching them how to Hustle with Principles, maintaining a positive attitude, and getting their minds right so they can get their grind right. He travels around the country helping other Roofing Com...

Terry is a Serial Entrepreneur, Author, Culture Champion, and Servant Leader. He's devoted to building incredible cultures and helping individuals discover their purpose, determined to make an indelible mark by inspiring others to use their time, talents, and resources to improve the world. The most significant aspects of his life have unfolded outside of his professional endeavors. He is mar...

Tony Flattum, from Stillwater, Minnesota, is the Managing Director of Built Strong Exteriors. His journey into the world of construction was sparked by the influence of a trusted friend. Tony firmly believes that the quality of individuals within the company is the key differentiator. Drawing upon his extensive experience, he actively mentors and empowers his team to consistently deliver excellenc...

Ashley Smith is the proud owner of Always Forward Roofing, a testament to her unwavering dedication to helping others and her entrepreneurial spirit. With a life philosophy of "see a need and fill it," she has consistently strived to make a positive impact on the lives of those around her. Ashley's journey as a business owner began at a remarkably young age when, at 12, she started...

Stuart Hastings, owner of Absolute Construction in Beaumont, Texas, has spent his entire working life in the construction industry. Following a four-year tenure as the General Manager at Williams Insulation, he seized an opportunity to work for a local roofing company, which he remained with for approximately two years. Subsequently, Stuart embarked on an independent venture, establishing Absolute...

Michael joined the roofing industry in 2017 after completing a Bachelor of Science (BS) from Texas A&M University in 2015. He was an estimator learning the ins and outs of commercial roofing, primarily. With a sales background, Michael helped Texas Traditions Roofing grow their new construction department and then moved into a sales role within the residential division. He then became the Vice...

Derek King, the founder of True Force Roofing, found his way to Gainesville, Florida, from his hometown of Folkston, Georgia. His journey began when he met his wife during his active duty service, and they soon discovered they were expecting their first child, Indy. To be closer to family in Gainesville, Derek transitioned to the Florida Air National Guard. With his uncle's roofing experience...

Sal and Kayla are Maryland natives. Sal, the President, founded MARS Restoration with the aim of making a positive impact on employees' lives. Kayla has a passion for sales, and during COVID, someone referred her to home improvement sales. Later, she had a friend working at MARS who told her wonderful things about what Sal does for the company and its employees. She thought, 'Wait, sign...

Tommy Mello is the owner and operator of A1 Garage Door Service, a leading $220+ million home service business based in Phoenix, Arizona, with over 700 employees in 22 states. Tommy is also the host of the Home Service Expert, a top 0.1% podcast, and the author of Elevate, a book where he shares his secret to attracting, retaining, and developing A-Players. Freedom 2023 Event in November 2023 - Le...

Diego Dante, the President of RoofCON, is from Greenville, SC. He entered the roofing industry following a successful career in marketing. Amid the challenges posed by Covid, Diego shifted his focus to RoofCON, resulting in remarkable growth. With an estimated attendance of 4,000 participants, RoofCON has emerged as one of the premier conferences in the field. Beyond his role at RoofCON, Diego fin...

Introducing Jennifer Westhoff, a dedicated member of Christian Brothers Roofing serving as the Admin Operations specialist. Jennifer, a resident of Kansas City who was raised in Oklahoma, made a pivotal career decision by leaving her corporate job and joining the company soon after her younger brother, twelve years ago. In her current role, Jennifer efficiently manages a wide range of responsibili...

Mike Braun is a successful entrepreneur with more than twenty years of experience in the construction industry. Mike started his first construction-related business while still in high school, and his passion for the industry has grown since. His first exposure to the exterior remodeling business was during the summer between high school and college when he worked for a local roofing contractor as...

Jeff Sawyer is the President and Owner of TruNorth, with a lifelong career in the construction industry. From an early age, he immersed himself in the world of building, commencing with small projects alongside his father in their basement. Throughout his High School and College years, he dedicated his summers to working with a local siding and roofing company, gaining hands-on experience in the f...

Meet Jay & Taylor Miller, the dynamic duo behind Miller Storm Roofing & Reconstruction, a leading roofing and reconstruction company based in the heart of Fort Worth, Texas. Taylor's journey in the industry began under the guidance of her mother, laying the foundation for her expertise and passion for roofing and reconstruction. Meanwhile, Jay's entrance into the field was marked...

Rosalynn is co-founder of Refinehry, a Minnesota-based joint-venture focused on creatively and strategically refining finance and HR practices in the contracting and home services space. Rosalynn’s 15-plus years as a certified Professional in Human Resources, with masters-level training from the University of South Dakota in organizational and leadership development, have given her valuable insigh...