Talking Lots with The Pavement Group

On this episode of Talking Lots, hosts Eli Stoehr and Todd Gorell were joined by guests Miranda Rowe and Sara Lombardo to discuss the upcoming Ignite Construction Summit. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from panelists, network with like-minded people, and enjoy the resort's amenities. Eli and Miranda will be on a panel discussing Salesforce.

Taking a Leap of Faith: An Interview with Cam Roberts

In this episode of the Talking Lots podcast, Todd Gorell interviews Cam Roberts, the owner of Laser Line Striping and founder of Stripe It Like It's Hot podcast. Cam and his wife Robin have a family of five, and their third child is due in October. Cam shares his story of how he and Robin took a leap of faith and started their business with limited funds, and how they have been able to grow it into a successful venture. Cam talks about his positive mindset and his willingness to take risks, and how he has learned to stay positive even when things don't go as planned. He also discusses his experience in the snow removal industry, the strategies he has used to become successful, and how he has connected with other business owners in the industry. Cam shares his enthusiasm for the upcoming Top Contractor School event and his excitement for speaking at the Pave/x and Ignite events. When asked about his first business coach, Mike, Cam said, "He taught me to be more intentional and specific in who I spend my time with." Cam believes that having a positive mindset and taking risks are key to success. He also believes that connecting with other business owners in the industry is essential for growth. Cam's story is inspiring and shows that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible. His enthusiasm for the upcoming Top Contractor School event and his excitement for speaking at the PayVax and Ignite events is contagious. Cam's story is a reminder that taking a leap of faith can lead to great success.

Connecting Point Marketing Group: A Conversation with Juli Poteet and Rachel DeForge

On this episode of Talking Lots, Todd and Eli welcomed Juli Poteet and Rachel DeForge from Connecting Point Marketing Group (CPMG) to discuss the events they have attended. CPMG was founded in 2004 with the goal of bringing executives and suppliers together to discuss innovation in various industries, and hosts events such as Hotel Point, Multi Family Point, and Senior Living Point. Juli and Rachel explained that the events are not like traditional trade shows, as they are more focused on building relationships and having meaningful conversations. They also discussed how CPMG's founder has a mission to change people's lives, which they have seen come to fruition through the events. Juli and Rachel also discussed how CPMG has been successful in helping companies, providing 18% of their revenue, and how they were able to help the hospitality industry during the pandemic by providing a platform for companies to come together and figure out solutions. "We have been able to help the hospitality industry during the pandemic by providing a platform for companies to come together and figure out solutions," said Juli. "It's been really rewarding to see how our events have been able to help people in such a difficult time." They also discussed their approach to getting new executives and vendors, contractors, and suppliers, which includes data research, word-of-mouth, and ongoing marketing research. Finally, they encouraged potential vendors, contractors, and suppliers to join, as well as hotel executives, as there is no cost to attend and they will benefit from the customization and fun activities. "We want to make sure that everyone who attends our events is able to get the most out of it," said Rachel. "We have a lot of fun activities and customization options that make it a great experience for everyone." If you're looking for an opportunity to network with executives and suppliers in the hospitality industry, then Connecting Point Marketing Group is the perfect place for you. With their mission to change people's lives and their commitment to providing a platform for companies to come together and figure out solutions, CPMG is sure to be a great experience for everyone.

On this episode of Talking Lots, Jack Child, a former Delta pilot and founder of Veteran Service Brands, joins Todd and Brian to discuss how he helps veterans become franchisees. Jack shares his story of starting a driveway sealing business in New Hampshire and launching a striping franchise.

We're very excited to announce that the Talking Lots Podcast will be located right here on the Brian Hess Youtube channel for season 2. On this episode of Talking Lots, Eli, Todd, and Tony discuss the new studio, the technology they are rolling out, and the different topics they'll be covering. Tune in to hear about the facilities world, the payment group, apps, and much more!

On this episode of Talking Lots, our host Todd interviews Tre Tipton and Vinnie Candelore about life at the Pavement Group and how an artist and an athlete found their ways to a paving company. The guys also talk about their personal faith and how it has influenced their lives. This is a fun one, make sure you check it out and leave us a comment, like, share, or subscribe!

[00:00:00] Intro

[00:01:46] Comedy Influence

[00:08:03] Athletic Aesthetic Podcast

[00:09:00] Life at the Pavement Group

[00:15:45] Life Changed Drastically in 2020.

[00:18:36] Leaning Into Faith, Finding Answers.

[00:23:50] Upcoming Guests

[00:30:35] Leadership in Sports and Business

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-How does Nate generate so much content?

-Is starting a business at 16 tough?

-Nate shares his Home Tattoo secrets

-What's the weather like working construction in AZ?

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-Who is Davis Stepanian and how do you pronounce it?

-How survivalist weekends are actually relaxing.

-Why did David and his friends create a US History Podcast?

-And that all important Northern PA camping weather update

-Trisha talks about her journey to TPG

-How do two working parents make quality time with 4 kids?

-What's one question Trish wishes we had asked?

-And of course-We get a North Carolina weather update.