Clint Junell is a partner at Mr. Restore and Job-Dox based outside of Dallas.  Clint started Mr. Restore in 2009.  He created software to solve some pain points in Mr. Restore while managing and communicating on restoration projects.  Today that software has grown into its own company called Job-Dox and is now available to all service companies.  Clint and I talk about how he started both of his companies, marketing, all about Job-Dox, some mountain biking and hockey tournaments.  Clint is a great guy focused on providing value first.  I really enjoyed talking with him .

This episode was recorded on November 11, 2020

I'm really excited about this podcast!!!  I have 4 restoration business owners who are in there second or third year of business talking to me about there experiences so far.  The 4 owners are Mike McFadden at Hero Remediation (first interview), Tim Kreczmer at Puro-Clean (interview starts 21:00). Cory Martin at C&C Restoration (interview starts 45:00) and Trey Raines at Raines Restoration (interview starts 1:03:30).  All of these guys have different backgrounds, different approaches, different markets, different focuses, different goals, etc.  There is such a variety here it is just AWESOME!!  The value isn't just for restoration but even new business in general.  "The New Guys" may just be a new recurring segment, that's how good I think it is!  Enjoy!!

This episode was recorded November 10-12, 2020

Mark Springer is the owner of Dayspring Restoration and the President of the Restoration Industry Association (RIA).  In this episode Mark and I talk about his background, growing his company from $75,000 to almost $20M and what the RIA is doing to better the working lives and relationships of the restoration contractor.  Mark and his team at the RIA are working hard to execute a plan and cause real change in the restoration industry.  Mark discusses the progress that has been made with XACTIMATE, Third Party Consultants (TPC), Third Party Administrators (TPA) and virtual education.  Mark also shares the future initiatives of the RIA and how anyone in the restoration industry can get involved.  I had a great time talking with Mark, he has so much experience, a vision for a better future, and the drive to get it done!

This episode was recorded on October 23, 2019.

On this episode I will talk to 4 guest speakers who are presenting at the virtual conference "FRAGMENTED NO MORE" hosted by the RIA (Restoration Industry Association).  I talk to John Monroe with Violand Management Associates, Ed Cross "The Restoration Lawyer", Tom McGuire with Large Loss Mastery and Ben Justesen with JRCC Restoration.  We talk about the topics that they are presenting on, being a part of a virtual conference, the progress the RIA is making in the industry and much more.  You can see more about the conference and the list of 20+ guest speakers that will be presenting this year (including me) at restorationindustry.org.  Mark your calendars for October 6th and 7th. You will not want to miss this event!

This episode was recorded on September 20, 2020

Rocky Hensley is the owner of ICON Property Restoration based in Cincinnati.  Rocky is a serial entrepreneur and I am always excited to talk to him and find out what he is working on...He is always working on something!  In this conversation we talk about the sale of a mortgage business, getting started in water restoration, the 550 pound bear he shot and some other hunting stories, but mainly we talk about his new project.  Rocky  shares the development of a "snap-on" service/company he added to his restoration company that originally was just supposed to generate water leads.   After 2 years the company is generating leads but also making money...A lot of money!  I was happy to have Rocky on the podcast.  He is always building, growing or innovating something.  I can't wait to talk to him again.

This episode was recorded on September 9, 2020

This week I have 4 previous guests on the podcast, Dan Vaughn, Huey Miller, Kory Kappes, and Michael Albert.  All 4 of these guys have boots on the ground in Louisiana.  I was able to get 10-15 min with each of them to talk about what they are seeing and doing the week after Hurricane Laura touched ground.  We cover pre-planning, logistics, accomodations, providing for team members and a lot more.  This is one of my favorite podcasts so far, so much information and perspective with 4 really great people!

This episode was recorded on Friday, September 4, 2020

Kanna Sunkara is the CEO at Re-U-Zip.  Kanna and Re-U-Zip are responsible for making "the world's first reusable containment zipper", magnetic closures and ultra-clear fire-rated barrier panels.  His products are used in multiple industries including construction, restoration, and healthcare.  He has such a passion to make great and innovative products.  One of my favorite parts of our conversation is when Kanna explains how Re-U-Zip is being used in hospitals and doctor offices to create a safer environment for healthcare professionals.  We also talk about the features of his products,  innovation, opportunities during Covid-19, deep sea diving and driving impact.  Kanna has so much energy and was an absolute blast to have on the podcast. 

If you would like more information on Re-U-Zip products or other opportunities email [email protected] or visit their website www.reuzip.com.

This episode was recorded on August 26, 2020

Mike Fritsch is a business coach and the Director of Revenue Development at Northeast Indiana Innovation Center.  Mike is an entrepreneur and has successfully grown multiple businesses and now helps people turn their ideas into businesses.  Mike is my business coach and has played a key role in my success and the success of GMS Distribution.  We talk about the Innovation Center,  business execution, staying focused and a gold medal at the world championship pickleball tournament in Germany.  I was so happy to meet up with Mike for this podcast.  He is a great friend that I know I can depend on.

This episode was recorded August 11, 2020

Colin Miller joins me on the podcast to talk about my trip back to Idaho to hunt spring bears.  Colin is a backcountry hunter, photographer and videographer.  Colin and I hunted spring bears in Idaho and recorded previous podcasts talking about our experiences.  In this podcast we talk about my solo hunting trip back to Idaho. This podcast was recorded on June 14, 2020.