Mission Control Podcast

In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike sits down with Austin Fricker, Owner and CEO of A. Fricker Roofing & Waterproofing out of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Austin shares how he's built one of the most respected roofing companies in his market — through culture, leadership, and a deep understanding of the numbers that actually drive a business forward.

From managing chaos after major storms to refining his systems for growth and profit, Austin gets real about the challenges that come with scaling a multi-million-dollar company. He talks about building a team that thrives under pressure, balancing revenue goals with healthy margins, and keeping his focus on long-term legacy over short-term wins.

If you're serious about growing a profitable, sustainable roofing business — this episode will hit home.

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Austin Fricker:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/austin.fricker.5

Website: https://africkerroofing.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@a.frickerroofing

On this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike sits down with Brock McClelland, owner of McClelland's Contracting & Roofing in Pittsburgh, PA, to talk about what it really takes to build a company that lasts. From raising the bar in an oversaturated roofing market to keeping 30+ employees aligned under one vision, Brock opens up about the grind, the lessons, and the non-negotiables that have shaped his success. He dives into the challenges of maintaining standards while competitors cut corners, the importance of faith and culture in business, and why educating homeowners has become his biggest weapon in sales. This one is raw, practical, and full of takeaways for anyone serious about leveling up their company.

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Brock McClelland (McClellands Contracting and Roofing, LLC)

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Website: https://mcclellandsroofing.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCimn7kmRMOL5ycIhYLUCcjw

In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike sits down with Brock McClelland, Owner of McClelland Contracting & Roofing in Pittsburgh. Brock's story is one of resilience, redemption, and relentless drive.

He opens up about his journey overcoming addiction, the moments that forced him to change, and how discipline—not just motivation—helped him rebuild his life into the man, father, and business owner he is today.

This conversation goes beyond business. It's raw, personal, and filled with perspective on faith, family, fitness, and finding purpose when life throws its hardest punches. If you've ever felt stuck or needed proof that change is possible, this one will hit home.

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Brock McClelland (McClellands Contracting and Roofing, LLC)

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Website: https://mcclellandsroofing.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCimn7kmRMOL5ycIhYLUCcjw

In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike sits down with Nick Peret, founder of Better Boss, to talk about how AI and automation are reshaping the roofing industry. Nick shares his journey from running a lead generation company to building Better Boss and concepting tools like Roof GPT that help contractors save time, increase close rates, and eliminate the stress of endless follow-ups.

They dive into the biggest pain points roofers face, how AI can solve them, and why contractors who embrace these tools will have a serious advantage in the years ahead. From boosting efficiency to improving customer experience to future-proofing your business, this conversation is full of insights every roofing company needs to hear.

If you're a roofing contractor looking to stay ahead of the competition, this episode is for you.

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BetterBoss:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/betterbossbrands

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/better-boss-brands/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@betterboss.io

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterboss.io/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCbiCbmENQrE8fOzcdB4-3CQ

Website: https://betterboss.io/

In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Nathan Tebedo returns for Part 2 to break down the 6 stages of growth that every contractor business goes through — from scrappy startup to major exit. If you're stuck as a solopreneur, buried in the chaos of friends-and-family hires, or hitting a ceiling trying to scale, Nathan lays out the path forward. He and Mike get brutally honest about leadership, hiring mistakes, CRM implementation, and why throwing a salesperson into the mix too early can blow up in your face. This is the roadmap to building a real business — not just owning a job.

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Nathan Tebedo:

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Contractor Coach PRO:

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David Hoisington and Scott Schuler from Complete Roofing Systems in Pennsylvania join Mike to talk about building a powerhouse roofing company with heart. David, the co-owner, opens up about the highs and hard lessons from scaling past $11 million, while Scott, the marketing director, shares how he's created real impact by staying in sync with the sales team and prioritizing authenticity over AI fluff. They talk bad leads, bad hires, rogue insurance agents, and how their culture—complete with a golf simulator and hunting lease—keeps the team bought in. If you're trying to grow your roofing business without losing your soul, this one hits home.

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Complete Roofing Systems:

Website: https://crsroofingteam.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crsroofingteam

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crscompleteroofingsystems

Brian Bartoe has built a massive following across TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and more—racking up hundreds of thousands of fans and helping countless other creators do the same through his Beehive Network. In this episode, he joins Mike to talk about how he got started during COVID, how he built his brand from scratch, and what it really takes to grow online in 2025. They dig into the addiction of going viral, why most people quit too early, and the underrated power of consistency. Whether you're a creator, coach, or business owner trying to grow your platform, this one's packed with real advice from someone who's done it.

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Brian Bartoe:

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brian.bartoe

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_btoe/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brianbtoe

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCK3JNeQ2ff2FTvdLjT5vtDg

Ethan Andes didn't set out to be a roofer—but once he got in, he never looked back. In this episode, he walks us through the raw, unfiltered journey of building Andes Roofing from scratch. From tearing off roofs in the Indiana heat to leading a fast-growing, EOS-driven business with a killer brand and a servant's heart, Ethan shares the mindsets, systems, and pain points that shaped his success.

Whether you're starting from nothing or trying to scale without losing your soul, this one's got something for you.

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Ethan Andes:

Website: https://andesroof.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ethan.andes.3

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethanandesvalue/

In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike sits down with legendary sales trainer and TOP REP Co-Founder Chuck Thokey for an absolute masterclass in sales leadership.

Whether you're running a $1M team or managing a $100M sales force, Chuck shares the exact strategies that turn a group of individuals into a true high-performing sales team. He lays out how to build a winning culture, structure your meetings for real impact, and coach your reps out of slumps — without turning into a micromanager.

👊 How often should you meet?

📈 What actually drives high close rates?

🧠 Why mindset—not talent—is what's holding your team back?

Chuck also shares the real story behind the viral video where he blew up in a meeting — and how that moment sparked the team's biggest sales day ever. If you're serious about building a dominant sales team, this is the one to watch.

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Chuck Thokey:

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesthokey/

Website: https://topreptraining.com/

In this episode, Mike sits down with Aaron Weiche, CEO of Leadferno—a platform helping service businesses and contractors turn more website traffic into real conversations and closed deals through SMS and omni-channel messaging. They dive deep into how modern consumers prefer to communicate, why email is getting ignored, and how slow response times are silently killing your leads.

Aaron shares how Leadferno is helping companies move at the new speed of business by enabling fast, centralized, and team-based texting—plus some wild stats on how many businesses still aren't replying to web forms at all.

Mike also gives a website walkthrough, breaking down the exact design strategies they use to build trust, offer multiple conversion paths (calls, forms, texting), and get roofing leads to take action. If you're still relying on outdated contact forms or assuming people want to talk on the phone, this episode will change your perspective.

If you're a roofer or contractor looking to close more jobs and stop leads from slipping through the cracks—this one's packed with insight.

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Aaron Weiche:

Website: https://leadferno.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronweiche/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadferno

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadferno/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@leadferno9209

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