In this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Vince Free and Jenna Free interviewed Wes Ledford, Strategic Account Manager at The Miner Corporation. Wes is dedicated to reducing cost and increasing energy efficiency in high performance door applications.

Miner is the nationally recognized leader in emergency repair service for docks, doors, glass and more. Miner eliminates high downtime costs through ‘round the clock’ repair service, cost-saving solutions and planned maintenance support. Miner serves as a single point of contact for service on equipment that includes commercial doors, storefront glass, material-handling equipment, trash compactors, balers, conveyors and truck loading-dock equipment. They keep products moving through the warehouse to the receiving room and out the front door. Their clients enjoy a guaranteed response time, a 12-month parts and labor warranty and real-time critical data that enable them to plan and purchase better.

Story Notes:

•  What is Miner Corp
•  Miner Corp Products and Services
•  Cool Moments in the Industry
•  Advantages Buying through Distribution Network rather than the Manufacturer
•  Safety is Important in the Industry

Sponsored by Rytec High-Performance Doors

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In this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Vince Free and Jenna Free interviewed Carl Weiland, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Weiland, Inc. Carl represents Weiland Inc. as the national leader in doors & windows for inspected food facilities, pharmaceutical, cold storage, and cleanroom environments. They strive to make products and offer a level of support to their customers that transcends their competition. Some of Carl's favorite roles include engaging with and educating customers, recruiting talent, coaching people on his team as needed, closing deals, and executing his marketing plan. Carl shared that he has awesome partners and an amazing team.

Story Notes:

• Cool Entrance to the Industry
• Weiland Doors History
• Weiland Doors is Built on Integrity
• Cool Story in the Industry
• Why Weiland is Different
• Being the First Fully Injected and Void less 16-Gauge Stainless Steel Door
• Why Buy From Weiland Doors

Sponsored by Rytec High-Performance Doors

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In this special episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Vince Free, President/CEO at FREEZ Construction and Jenna Free , COO at FREEZ Construction, shared a very cool experience about Vince's invitation to play for Team USA in the Masters Inline Roller Hockey World Championships in Brunico, Italy. They also mention their interesting and great experiences in different phenomenal places in Italy.

Story Notes:

• Roller Hockey Event
• Playing on Team USA
• Germany Influence in Northern Italy
• Drinking Aperol Spritz at 9am

To learn more about the Masters Inline Roller Hockey World Championships, please visit:
https://www.mihwa.org/


Sponsored by Rytec High-Performance Doors , Versi-Foam Insulation and Jamison Door Company

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In this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Vince Free and Jenna Free interviewed Brian King, Founder & President at A M King. Brian is a 30-year veteran who has managed the design and construction of projects in more than 20 states and in Europe, encompassing in excess of 20 million square feet of new, expanded or renovated building space. Sectors include food processing and distribution, industrial, manufacturing, and commercial properties.

A M King is an integrated Design-Build firm based in Charlotte, NC, with offices in Greenville, SC and Chicago, IL. An employee-owned company, A M King, consistently and successfully delivers quality projects throughout the United States. With an experienced team committed to protecting clients’ assets, the firm provides property consulting, design and engineering, construction, and facility services in key market sectors, including food processing, food distribution, industrial manufacturing, and corporate properties.

Story Notes:

• Brian King’s Background
• How did you get into the Cold Storage Industry
• How did A M King Start
• What Success Mean to You
• Writing a Book
• The A M King Economy
• Cold Storage Trends in the Future
• Why Buy From A M King

Sponsored by Rytec High-Performance Doors
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In this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Vince Free and Jenna Free interviewed Chris Bertalan, Territory Sales Manager at All Weather Insulated Panels.

All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP) is an innovator in the design, construction and advancement of insulated metal panels and is strategically positioned to meet the growing energy, environmental and economic challenges facing the North American building industry.  AWIP provides its customers with a broad line of insulated wall and roof panels and a full range of complementary trims, accessories, and engineering services.

Story Notes:

• Acclimated to the Cold Storage Industry
• Cool Moments in the Industry
• All Weather Insulated Panels
• Roofing Installation
• Why Buy from Chris Bertalan
• Power Lifting
• DM44 Panel

Sponsored by Rytec High Performance Doors
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In this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Vince Free and Jenna Free interviewed Erich Klemm, Project Manager at Burns & McDonnell. Erich has 16 years of experience in the engineer-procure-construct (EPC)/design-build delivery of projects for Food & Beverage, Consumer Products, Manufacturing, and Industrial clients, and he currently serves as a Project Manager for Burns & McDonnell.

Erich’s priority is to provide customized services to help clients maximize their return on invested capital. He has substantial experience in consumer products, agricultural and dry material handling, food processing, and cold storage markets. His responsibilities have included providing front-end planning, design development, detailed design, estimating, procurement, and construction services.

Erich has bachelor’s degrees in construction management and architectural engineering from the Milwaukee School of Engineering.

Burns & McDonnell plans, designs, permits, constructs, and manages projects all over the world with one mission in mind: to make our clients successful. As a 100% employee-owned firm ranking in the top leading firms for safety, each professional brings an ownership mentality to our projects. That means we think like owners, working through each challenge until it’s resolved, exceeding our clients’ goals.

Story Notes:

• Erich Klemm's Background
• Supply Issues in Construction
• Cool Moments in the Industry
• Technology in 10 Years
• Burns & McDonnell

Sponsored by Rytec High Performance Doors
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In this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Vince Free and Jenna Free interviewed John Howell, Senior Project Manager at Fisher Construction Group Thermal Division. John has been in the Cold Storage Industry since 2010. He was a Territory Sales Representative at Rite Hite/Arbon Equipment Corporation from 1999 to 2010. He helped develop the FasTrax and Barrier Glider doors, which are still Rite Hite’s flagship high speed door products out in the market. In 2010 John joined Iso-Quip Corporation as a Project Manager eventually becoming Vice President.  Under the leadership of Dave Reinhardt they tripled Iso-Quip’s revenue between 2010 and 2017.

Fisher Construction Group has completed projects across the US, most recently completing ASRS Freezer projects in Indiana and Georgia as well as a 500,000+ sf combination freezer/processing facility in California. Fisher's team of builders, architects, structural engineers, and food processing experts are known for building innovative facilities that are highly efficient and deliver on investment.

Story Notes:

• John Howell Background
• Selling High Speed Doors
• Creating High Speed Doors
• Starting in Iso-Quip 
• What does Fisher do
• Cool Moments in the Cold Storage Industry
• Innovation in the Cold Storage Industry
• What Excites you in Fisher
• Why Buy from Fisher

Sponsored by FREEZ Construction
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In this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Vince Free and Jenna Free interviewed John Hatters, National Sales Manager of Industrial Solutions at Jamison Door Company. John is an experienced National Sales Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the building materials industry. He is skilled in Negotiation, Management, Sales, and Sales Operations. Strong sales and management professional.

Jamison Door Company provides entry and exit solutions for a variety of applications and industries. You can expect a high-quality, engineered product that will work immediately and for many years to come.Jamison Door's reputation is best-in-class for cold storage. Manufactured by highly skilled engineers, craftspeople, and factory members, their specialty doors are made with pride, strength, stability, and long-lasting quality.

Story Notes:

•  John Hatters Background
•  Learning Different Market Sales other than the Cold Storage Industry
•  Cool Stories and Moments in your Career
•  Selling HTR Doors
•  Merging Jamison Door
•  Why Buy from John Hatters
•  Best Trade Show

Sponsored by Jamison Door Company
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In this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Vince Free and Jenna Free interviewed Steven Hansen Jr. , Project Manager/Estimator at Hansen Cold Storage Construction. Steven is an Experienced Project Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the construction industry. Skilled in Construction Engineering, Fresh Produce, Meat Processing, Coolers, and Pharmaceutical Industry. Strong operations professional with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) focused in Political Science and Government from Pepperdine University.

Hansen Construction is a family owned and operated company located in Vernon, CA. Established in 1989, Hansen Cold Storage Construction will provide you with complete new construction, major over-hauls, and minor repairs. We pride ourselves on our returning customers and expertise with over 30 years in the field of cold storage construction. Our cold storage services range from food processing projects, coolers, freezers, and general construction. Capabilities vary in size from door repair to 200k+ square foot facilities.

Story Notes:

• Successor of the Hansen Cold Storage Industry
• Hansen Family Company
• Cool Moments in the Industry
• What Innovation will Change the Cold Storage Industry in the Future
• Misconception of People in the Cold Storage Industry
• Why Buy From Hansen Cold Storage Construction

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In this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Vince Free and Jenna Free  interviewed Jess Malone, Program Manager, Food & Beverage at Alston Construction. Jess joined Alston in February of 2018 and has been instrumental in cultivating Food & Beverage relationships. Jess will continue to develop relationships, while coordinating preconstruction, process design and operational execution. Her extensive knowledge in the industry has helped Alston secure projects with Monster Energy, Crystal Geyser, Nestle and KPAC, to name a few. Her knowledge in the food and beverage industry has helped Alston secure jobs with Monster Energy, Crystal Geyser, Nestle and KPAC.

Alston Construction Company, Inc. provides construction services. The Company offers general contracting, design-build, pre-construction, energy, and environmental design services.

Story Notes:

•  Jess Malone’s Background and Experience
•  Able to Work in the Construction Field Despite Being a Woman
•  Advice to Women Starting in the Construction Industry
•  What does your Friend and Family Describe What you Do
•  Cool Moments in the Industry
•  What Makes you Stay in the Industry
•  All About Alston Construction
•  What Trade of Division do you find the Hardest
•  Favorite Trade Show

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