Shed Geek Podcast

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks John Fealy of Shed Academy. John has been a professional shed builder for over 15 years. He started Shed Academy to teach step by step, how to start your own shed building business. He offers free shed workshop video's to educate you about what starting your own shed building business can do for you. As well as, what ki...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon talks with Steve Smith from Cedar Rock Sheds. Nestled in middle Tennessee and comfortably placed on the Duck River is Cedar Rock- home of CR Sheds. They offer not only sheds to shop, but an entire experience. When you visit CR Sheds, you become part of a local family's dream. Bring the kids and meet the buffalo and hunting do...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with the team at WEH Supply. W.E.H. Supply, Inc. is a family owned and operated wholesale distributor started by William E. Hartman, in September, 1979. WEH services the Manufactured Housing Industry, the Shed Manufactured Industry, as well as Home Centers and Lumber Yards. They take pride in knowing that service to their cus...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon talks with Matt Hepburn of EMJ Media/The EMJ Podcast. Matt founded EMJ Media and The EMJ SEO Podcast and, coming soon, The EMJ Academy (an SEO Coaching Program). Matt has over 13 years of experience in search engine optimization (SEO). Matt has worked with various enterprise businesses, including Manulife / John Hancock, SEMrush,...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Darin Riehl of Riehl Steel LLC.  Riehl Steel LLC is a small family-owned business that specializes in manufacturing high-quality machines for shed builders, sawmills, and other woodworking industries. Their machines are designed and built in-house by an experienced team of experts. They are committed to improving your p...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon talks with Ben Jones.  Ben is a serial entrepreneur and international keynote speaker. Over the past 5 years, he has educated thousands of people and helped them harness online marketing’s power to grow and scale their businesses. He’s been in online marketing for over 7 incredible years. When he’s not busy providing marketing, bu...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Daniel Steele, an author, social media personality and more.  He discussed how automation, content creation, and re-purposing your content is valuable.  Dan Steele is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, author, and business strategist with 25+ years of experience in tech. He co-founded the largest influencer marketing co...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Nicole J. Butler, a.k.a SHE SHED CHERYL from the infamous State Farm Commercial where her she shed burnt down, and needed replaced with their insurance policy.  Nicole was such a joy to speak with.  She lives her everyday as an artist in Hollywood, where she has made here career as an actress for the past 18 years.  She...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Chad Gingerich of Esh's Utility Buildings in Burkesville, KY.  What a great time and an absolutely welcoming company.  Bear with me on the audio.  We had a mishap that limited our audio, but the interview was otherwise a conversation that was raw, and realistic.  Chad talks about acquiring the company 4 years ago after a long and successful...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Judson Hibner of Rapid Shelves.  Due to technical difficulties the episodes audio is a bit low, but we decided not to re-do the episode because there was such good content.  Bare with us Shed Nation.  "Rapid Shelves is a tough, easy-to-use, affordable shelving system that keeps a shed decluttered." I love Judson's take on declutte...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon speaks with Chad Wilson of McKenzie Banking Company Foundation Bank.  We discuss Chad's long time commitment to the industry, and a legacy that has been passed down through several generations.  We discuss banking, dealer management, RTO details, and more.  Chad has a podcast named "Money Matters," be sure to check i...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Jonathan Williams of Cedar Grove Law.  Jonathan was such a fun guest to have on the podcast.  He has a wealth of knowledge in RTO, and has served the industry through litigation services.  Cedar Grove Law is based in North Carolina where Jonathan has practiced law in nearly every county in the state.  He can also serve i...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Jon Varner of Digital Shed Builder.  Jon is the founder and CEO of Digital Shed Builder, and comes with a wealth of experience in configuration programs.  After earning his Masters in animation digital effects, and bachelors in pastoral studies, he somehow found himself helping build a shed configurator for a client.  Jo...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Ben Higdon of LuxGuard.  LuxGuard is seamless rubber flooring designed for sheds.  It's an awesome product you can add to increase the quality of your shed.  We discussed how LuxGuard can increase the durability and longevity of your shed floor.  Ben was very gracious to show us around his workspace, where he has se...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Erez Halfon of Mobeno Solar Solutions. Erez created the Zulu ventilation unit to help bring cleaner air into your garage. The Zulu unit is comprised of 3 fans and powered by a magnetic solar panel allowing for a wire free solution to getting air circulation into your garage. You can leave the Zulu on 24/7 and you not on...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Curt Paquette, again, haha.  Since our last conversation Curt and his twin brother Clark have shifted focus from Calculate LLC to Calculate Business Services.  We discuss everything from helping companies focus on a mission, vision, values identity to helping with CRM's, finding financial assistance, and tax experts...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Peter Miller of Miller Sheds in Dalton, GA, and Peter Boyle of Crossroads Sheds in Acadia, FL.  Peter Miller discusses getting started in the industry by connecting with Peter Boyle, and how things have progressed since he first began his career as a shed seller.  Both Boyle, and Miller discuss the difference in an order...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Connor Burke of Bestway Enterprises and Erica Goodnight of Union Grove Lumber. Hang on tight, the first 5 minutes was a struggle to keep reception, but it clears up and we're able to speak with a treatment geek. If learning about the in-depth process of what goes into the material treatment process is important to...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with, everyone! It sure feels like it. This episode features a compilation of mainly shed haulers from some of the BBQ events with an addition of a 20 shed manufacturer. Sorry for the delay as we were hoping to make 2 episodes but it hasn't worked out and we didn't want to wait any longer to get this interview out...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Ervin Stutzman of Summit Portable Buildings in Farmington, MO. It's kind of tough for me to put in words my appreciation for Ervin. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 says, "Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing." Ervin was my first friend from the Anabaptist community. Our cul...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with Dave Fisher of Shedorize!  Outside of just. being a great guy that brings a creative mindset to the shed life, Dave has some really cool products.  Dave talks about his background working in shed building and even home building, and how sheds seemed to always find a way back to the forefront of what he does.  I love it w...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast Shannon speaks with George Converse of RealWork Labs. If you are a shed manufacturer or shed dealer this is a must listen. It's not just enough to be found online at the office, how about being found by the neighborhood where you are already selling sheds. With RealWork Labs you can stop chasing leads and let the leads come to you. If...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Cynthia Kaminski, and Chris Boston of Eco Ethic Solar in Lexington, NC.  This was such a fun interview!  Cynthia, also known as office boss who has a biology degree speaks with enthusiasm about the vision for solar, and how it is affecting the shed industry.  "We had $3,000, an idea, and some space." Chris, a.k.a truck boss had the be...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Shed Geek Podcast, Shannon speaks with Tristan Klesick from Customer Aligned Logistics (a.k.a CAL).  Tristan talks about being in the food industry, specifically the organic home delivery of fruits & vegetables and non-profits.  He saw a need for the software space he was in and made it available for the shed industry.  CAL is a fulfillment software that...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode Shannon speaks with Tanner Liebee of Upward Management Group in Salisbury, NC.  Tanner is the President of Upward Management Group, a company that offers full RTO services.  They manage multiple RTO companies from websites to quickbooks and more.  Tanner sold his first shed in 1996.  How cool is that?  He left the shed industry for a bit to follow his calling to be...