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S1:E11 The Heidi and Vickie Show - Survey Says

On this week's installment of The Heidi and Vickie Show, the partners talk about the yearly trend survey available on RoofersCoffeeShop.com. Heidi and Vickie share the results of this survey and talk about what they mean. Listen to this episode to learn more about the views of the roofing industry. 

S2:E29 Tim Hart and Dan Ervin - Roofing Turn PPE Manufacturer During COVID-19

Tim Hart and Dan Ervin of Duro-Last roofing join Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner for a Roofing Road Trips with Heidi Podcast to talk about Duro-Last’s amazing pivot to help manufacture personal protective equipment (PPE) products during the COVID-19 outbreak.  As the world’s largest manufacturer of custom-fabricated, thermoplastic roofing systems, Duro-Last quickly focused a share of their manufacturing capability to start producing (PPE) in the late spring for healthcare workers on the frontline of the current coronavirus pandemic.  The transition to producing isolation gowns and non-surgical face masks took just six days.  They are now in full production to manufacture PPE products for the roofing industry.  Tim and Dan talk about how this all happened and Duro-Last’s commitment to keeping roofing companies’ operations safe, healthy and in compliance with mandated regulations.

S2:E28 Rudy Gutierrez - Being an RCS Influencer

Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner welcomes Rudy Gutierrez, President & CEO of SHELL Roofing Solutions Group out of Los Angeles, California. SHELL Roofing Solutions Group is recognized as a leading design-build roofing company in California and throughout the US.  Rudy is also an RCS Influencer who provides thought leadership on sustainable solutions, company culture, and overall roofing professionalism.  His company is comprised of energy and roofing professionals focused on eco-friendly and sustainable roofing building solutions. Their goal is to develop long-term partnerships with companies striving to achieve high-level sustainable building solutions for the reduction of imported energy, carbon emissions, and the contribution to a green environment. Rudy shares the importance of looking to the future while still being strongly focused on employees and customers right now.

S2:E27 Mark MacDonald - Metal and Technology with Sherwin Williams

Heidi J. Ellsworth talks to Mark MacDonald of Sherwin Williams about how contractors are learning how to estimate, purchase and install roofing with the use of common and new technologies.  They talk about action items and strategies for roofing contractors to consider and adapt in this New Normal that is becoming more dependent on the use of technology for sales, marketing and business overall.  The conversation also touches on the overall growth of metal and how contractors can diversify their business by incorporating both metal and technology.

RLW - Architectural Design Meets Wildfire Safety – Understanding Roofing Fire Testing

Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner welcomes Zach Stopyro, Technical Services for Davinci Roofscapes to RoofersCoffeeShop May 2020 Read Listen Watch (RLW) presentation on wildfires and roofing.  With wildfires growing every year, it is more important than ever to choose roofing products that can help deter fire.  This RLW will review the importance of product testing while helping roofing contractors understand which testing is critical for product performance.  Stopyro will explain the different types of fire testing and how the results determine not only the type of roofing but the necessary roofing systems that can mean the difference between total loss and saving structures.  Finally, participants will see the many options available for owners to obtain the architectural designs they desire while also protecting their homes and businesses from fire.

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S1:E10 Coffee Conversations With Kim Eckerman and Melissa Dunson of TAMKO

COVID-19 has brought incredible challenges and changes to the roofing industry? How is it affecting your sales and marketing programs? Bring your coffee and questions to the May 28th Coffee Conversation with marketing experts Kim Eckerman and Melissa Dunson of TAMKO. With years of leading marketing experience, these ladies are focused on providing the tools that contractors need to help them keep marketing, selling and installing roofs across America. These ladies have launched new selling tools that can help contractors estimate and bid jobs while providing enhanced communications for homeowners all within the correct social distance. This is your chance to not only ask what is there but what is next when it comes to leading-edge roofing sales and marketing.

S1:E10 The Heidi and Vickie Show - Who knew we are so smart about marketing?

In this latest installment of the Heidi and Vickie show, the two talk about the skill that goes into marketing, specifically within the roofing industry. Follow along with this podcast to learn more about marketing strategies employed by roofing contractors, manufacturers, distributors, and RoofersCoffeShop itself. 

Season 1, Episode 9 of Coffee Conversations   

With Greta Bajrami, CEO and Founder of Golden Group Roofing  

How is the roofing industry in the North East? Greta Bajrami, CEO and founder of Golden Group Roofing located in Westborough, Massachusetts joins Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner for Coffee Conversations with updates. Greta migrated to the USA at the age of 9 from Tirana, Albania growing up in Worcester, Massachusetts where she attended Worcester State University. While attending her senior year in college, Greta decided to take up an inspiration about roofing and turn it into a multi-million dollar brand. Today, not only does she run her highly successful business but she works with manufacturers like GAF sharing advice with future roofing professionals.  She is also the treasurer on the North East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) board and very active with National Women in Roofing.  She will share insights on the current climate in the NE, advice for not just surviving but thriving and most of all answer any questions that may help other roofing professionals around the country.

S2:E26 Christopher Cooper and Ashley Cooper - KNOVI Technology

The successful installation of 29 Knovi sensors in Kentucky by Tremco Roofing.

Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner, will visit with Chris Cooper, Southern Indiana Foreman for Tremco Roofing and Ashley Cooper, Tremco Knovi Product Manager about the recent installation of 29 Knovi Monitoring SmartDrains.  A leading technology from Tremco Roofing, the SmartDrain™ is revolutionizing low slope roofing with the ability to provide 24/7 monitoring of rooftops for excess water caused by clogged drains.  Ashley and Chris will share advances not only in the product but the ease of installation that is bringing peace of mind to building owners across North America.

S2:E25 John Kenney - Business Growth and Sustainability

John Kenney joins Heidi J. Ellsworth for a Roofing Road Trip Podcast as he launches the new Cotney Consulting Group.  Joining Cotney Construction Law in March of 2020, John is developing new business consulting services for roofing contractors who need help to scale their roofing company for success.  Kenney has worked in the roofing industry for over 45 years.  He started his career by working as a roofing apprentice at a family business in the Northeast quickly moving up to manage many successful projects in the New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania markets before continuing his executive career in Florida.  Working for multiple Top 100 roofing contractors and running every aspect of a contracting business, he is intimately familiar with all aspects of roofing production, estimating, and operations.  He will share his expertise and advice in this insightful podcast.