Jim Ahlin
Roofing Success
The Roofing Success Podcast is a show created to inspire roofing contractors to achieve optimal success in their roofing businesses. The host, Jim Ahlin, is the co-author of the book, "Internet Marketing For Roofing Contractors, How to TRIPLE Your Sales and Turn Your Roofing Website Into an Online Lead Generation Machine", and Co-Founder of Roofer Marketers, the Digital Marketing Agency for the roofing industry. On each episode, Jim will be sitting down with industry leaders to talk about their processes, the lessons they learned, and how to find success in roofing.
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Jul 7, 2026
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Episodes
115: Why Your Roofing Business Needs an End Goal with Adam Olson 06.09.2022 50:15
Adam Olson, owner of Heartland Roofing and Siding was born and raised in Central Iowa. He entered the workforce not knowing what he wanted to do. Adam was fortunate to get a job in residential construction sales that took him from Central Iowa to Chicago and then to Minneapolis before ending back in Central Iowa. Throughout this experience, he learned a lot about the industry but also saw a huge o...
114: Rebranding a Roofing Company | Top Tips You Need to Know with Travis Kenny 30.08.2022 49:33
Travis Kenny, from Pittsburgh PA got into the construction industry at a young age and decided to start his own busines, Planet Roof. Planet Roof is different from other companies in every aspect including their Unity, Our Process, Our Originality, and dedication to delivering only the best to customers. Planet Roof has been delivering quality results in the Pittsburgh area from the start. The com...
113: The Advantage of Having a Premium Brand for Your Roofing Company with Sean Talebi 23.08.2022 45:39
Sean Talebi is the President of The Roofers Inc. A roofing company based in Ontario, Canada. The company started small almost 20 years ago with a conviction to tackle the roofing industry through the eyes of the consumer. In the passing years, The Roofers Inc. has grown, and offerings have expanded, but the commitment to that core value has not. At the center of all the company's decisions, t...
112: The Value of Longevity in a Roofing Company with Brooks Strength 16.08.2022 52:57
Brooks Strength is experienced in all construction categories and takes pride in providing the best service possible. In addition to Brooks’ primary job functions as Vice President, he has been recognized for his extraordinary commitment to customer satisfaction. Brooks has worked in the construction industry for 18 years and his passion for his work reaches far beyond the workplace. He began his...
111: How to Win at Referrals for Your Roofing Company with Steven Ragsdale 09.08.2022 48:15
Steven is originally from Sarcoxie, MO and made Oklahoma his home in 2012. His wife Nicole, and young children Zeke and Cora, along with pup June, make life a fun adventure! After 5 years of experience in the roofing industry, Steven turned his focus toward building Blacksmith Roofing in 2017. When starting the company, Steven was lucky enough to team up with his friend and business partner, Prest...
110: From Full Time Firefighter To Full Time Roofing Contractor with Mark Latham 02.08.2022 58:02
Mark Latham founded Firehouse Roofing in 1997. Firehouse was established in Mark’s hometown Rockwall, TX and continues to serve all of DFW. With local, community roots dating back over 30 years, Mark and the Firehouse Roofing team know the importance of community. Mark, served as a fireman for over 15 years while operating Firehouse Roofing. Now, Mark’s singular focus outside of his duty as a husb...
109: A Roofing Contractor Battling UPPA in Texas...and Winning! with Roland Browne 26.07.2022 39:42
Roland Browne is the CEO, Owner and Founder of Stonewater Roofing. Roland Browne graduated from Texas State in 2005 as a Sigma Nu with a degree in criminal justice/psychology. Stonewater Roofing was formed from humble beginnings in the spare bedroom of his grandmother’s home, then incorporated in 2010. Since that day, Stonewater Roofing has enjoyed exponential growth. In his personal time, Browne...
108: How To Start A Roofing Business With NO MONEY with Sean Kennedy 19.07.2022 47:12
Sean Kennedy, Owner of American Eagle Roofing got into the industry as a 3rd generation contractor and through his family of tradesmen. Since Sean was a kid he worked in any capacity necessary to help with his family's projects "counting nails and sweeping floors". Later, Sean got into business for himself as a general contractor doing all aspects of construction and wearing all hat...
107: How To Live The Values Of Your Company Culture with Tamara Chase 12.07.2022 53:00
Tamara Chase, CEO of Chase Roofing & Contracting. Tamara began her roofing career in her husband's business in a supporting role, but was determined to take on more responsibility and make Chase Roofing a resounding success. She became a Certified Roofing Contractor and a Glass and Glazing Contractor and worked to certify the business as a Certified Women-Owned Small Business. With her en...
106: How This Young Contractor’s Willingness to Learn Sets Him Apart with Micah Kaufman 05.07.2022 52:21
Micah Kaufman, owner, and CEO of MK Roofing is from Middlefield, Ohio. Micah grew up doing roofing and general construction with his dad. He enjoyed roofing work and decided to start his own company because he wanted to create something where he could work for himself and help others. Micah believes what sets MK Roofing apart is its customer service and how the company keeps its work to the custom...
105: Solutions To The Most Common Issues Contractors Face with Ben Hodson 28.06.2022 53:58
Ben Hodson is the Co-Founder & CEO of JobNimbus. Ben is an entrepreneur, writer, musician, filmmaker, comic book artist, software developer, hiker, mountain-biker, surfer, rock climber, & Jeep enthusiast. After spending time as a touring musician and finishing degrees in business and software systems from the University of Washington, Ben co-founded his first company in 2000. That business...
104: The Shift of Solar and Roofing Services with Jeremiah Broz 21.06.2022 47:22
Jeremiah is an entrepreneurial team builderJeremiah is an entrepreneurial team builder with strategic planning expertise that offers a rich history of success. He is best known for developing systems towards launching performance driven sales objectives, mitigating risk, driving expansion and growth plans, overseeing operational growth, developing strategy and tactics for future growth plans. He m...
103: Are You Willing to Do Whatever It Take To Make Your Roofing Business Succeed with Ethan Andes 07.06.2022 1:06:45
Ethan Andes, the owner of Andes Roofing, has worked in and around the roofing industry for 9 years. Ethan is from Southern Indian and he got into roofing because his girlfriend worked for a roofing company. Ethan simply wanted to hang out with her and next thing he knew, he was packing shingles! While working as the Sales Manager for another Roofing Company, Ethan saw a need for a "Profession...
102: 3 Keys to Success for Roofers: Consistency, Perfection, Developing Systems with Michael Roth 31.05.2022 53:52
Mike Roth, the owner of Thoroughbred Construction, always wanted to be an entrepreneur. He didn’t know which direction to go in at first. He understood that trades were dying and figured roofing was the best route to go because everyone has to have one. Mike runs all the finances and handles the marketing. The company has more certifications than most, but outside of that, the company delivers wha...
101: Lifetime Value of a Customer: How to Turn One Customer Into Many with Dan Rankin 24.05.2022 49:26
Dan Rankin, president of Kirkin Exteriors is from New Castle, DE. He’s been in all types of construction and found roofing and waterproofing to be the most rewarding. Dan enjoys all aspects of the business including teaching and learning new and innovative products coming to market. Dan is married to his highschool sweetheart and 22 years and 4 kids later, he’s never been happier. Kirkin Exteriors...
100: The Greatest Insights of The First 100 Episodes of The Roofing Success Podcast 17.05.2022 44:02
We started the Roofing Success podcast in the fall of 2019, and we released the first episode in early October. We weren't very consistent at first but through time we started to build that consistency. Around June of 2020, we got into a flow where we were doing an episode every two weeks. Since January of 2021, we have been putting out a weekly episode for you. And in that time, I have gotte...
99: We've Got 99 Problems But A Lead Ain't One w/ Joe McDevitt And Wes Grant - Black & White Roofing 10.05.2022 44:21
Joseph E. McDevitt (Owner/President and CEO) of Black & White Roofing has lived in the Lake of the Ozark Area his entire life (31 years) and plans on being a lifelong resident. Joseph has been married now for 6 years to his wife Zhengjia C. McDevitt (Owner/Vice President and CFO) who came here from Shenyang, China as an International College student and is now a naturalized citizen of the Unit...
98: How To Have A Great Impact on Your Business, Family, And Life with Joseph Hughes 03.05.2022 44:11
Joseph is the owner of Contractor Dynamics, the leading marketing training company for the construction industry. Contractor Dynamics helps roofing & contracting companies create predictable growth by leveraging social and digital marketing. They work with companies of all different sizes throughout North America. After growing up as a 6th generation family member in his family’s construction...
97: Intention Is the Key to Achieving Success in Your Roofing Business with Devon Bullard 26.04.2022 54:25
Devon Bullard has nearly 10 years in the home improvement and construction industries working with families, commercial businesses and developers. Devon is the founder of Bullard Exteriors and Bullard Energy, two companies committed to the betterment of metro-Atlanta families and commercial properties. Throughout his years in business, Devon has spearheaded the growth and development of a full sal...
96: The Toughest Lessons to Learn When Starting a Roofing Company with Paul Perez 19.04.2022 58:27
Paul Perez was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. He started in construction in 1999 because he heard the money was good and he could be his own boss. Now, he is the owner of Texas Family Roofing. Texas Family Roofing is different from other companies because the company showcases who they are. Texas Family Roofing’s goal is to educate homeowners on their options, help people understand the pr...
95: How to Be a Great Leader for Your Roofing Company with Dylan McCabe of Limitless Roofing GPO 12.04.2022 48:06
Dylan McCabe graduated with a B.S. in Organizational Leadership. Since then, he has held key executive positions at several companies and owned two of his own companies. Dylan’s true passion is developing leaders and facilitating synergy through CEO groups. Outside of being the Co-Founder of Limitless, Dylan loves being a husband, dad to three girls, and getting outdoors. Limitless brings roofing...
94: Why Sustainability is the Future of the Roofing Industry with Nick Dillen Formula Roofing 05.04.2022 53:11
Nick Dillen has been in roofing for about 12 years and at Formula Roofing since its inception in 2011. Currently, Nick is the operations manager. Nick was born in Virginia, but has been in Dever for the past 15 years. He was initially attracted to roofing sales because of the flexible hours. At the time, he was aspiring to be a musician so sales was a good way to pay the bills. Nick’s interests in...
93: A Powerful Sales Tool That Will Help You Build Consistency, Trust & More with Francesca Da Silva 29.03.2022 40:35
Francesca grew up in Florida. She was a former school teacher of 8 years and then started working from home to be with her daughter. As she was teaching online, she took a roofing gig part time as a receptionist from home. Francesca then took a leap of faith and jumped into roofing full-time when it came time to renew her teaching licenses. As time went on, she grew with the company and now leads...
92: Key Strategies to Growing A Successful Roofing Business with Jason Payne 22.03.2022 1:17:05
Jason was brought into the roofing industry at an early age where he hit the ground running with his strong work ethic and "go-getter" mindset. Starting with simple admin tasks and running errands, Jason quickly fell in love with the business and soaked in as MUCH as possible from those around him... no matter how big or small the task! A hard worker by nature, Jason quickly rose to the...
91: How To Build Your Processes Around Your Customer Journey To Create Raving Fans w/ Xavier Molina 15.03.2022 53:21
Xavier, alongside his wife Michelle, are the founders of M3 Roofing. He is a roofer. He is a roofologist. What does that mean, you ask? Good question. Xavier calls himself a roofologist, a term he came up with up, to clarify a few things - how he’s different, how he’s passionate about doing things better and how M3 is poised to change the roofing industry, for the better. Xavier brings decades of...
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