Best Trent Cotney Podcasts (2024)

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RCS Influencer Response - Trent Cotney 3:24

15h ago3:24

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Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Follow Us! https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://www.tiktok.com/@ro…

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Exploring Expo Contratista 34:53

5h ago34:53

34:53

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with Teresa Ramirez about the Expo Contratista, the premier convention and reunion for Hispanic contractors. This event, scheduled for October 4-5 in Atlanta, Georgia, brings together builders, general contractors, subcontractors and industry representatives. Teresa shares what attend…

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Exploring the Future of Renewable Energy 58:09

4h ago58:09

58:09

In the latest installment of Coffee Conversations, sponsored by ABC Supply, we talk about everything you need to know related to renewable energy. This episode will feature industry experts who will discuss the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in renewable energy. Grab your coffee, settle in and get ready to explore topics such as…

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How Much Will This Cost? 32:53

4h ago32:53

32:53

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth chats with Alan Davis of Ingage about how sales can be won or lost by the price presentation during the customer journey. Join Heidi and Alan as they talk about the three keys every customer uses in the decision process and how to navigate that awkward space when it comes time to deliver th…

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Inside the 2024 NSA Conference 24:08

10h ago24:08

24:08

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, host Megan Ellsworth chats with John Chan about the highly anticipated National Slate Association Conference taking place from October 24-26, 2024, in Charleston, South Carolina. Get an in-depth look at the agenda, registration details and what attendees can expect from this exciting event. Discover the key hi…

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The 2024 Texas Roofing Conference 26:35

10h ago26:35

26:35

Join us on this Roofing Road Trips® as we head to Texas to learn all about the 49th Annual Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (RCAT) Conference. Tagging along on this ride are RCAT’s President Holly Green and Executive Director Sarah Ramon. This event features enticing educational sessions, a two-day expo showcasing the latest trends in roofi…

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NAHICA is Empowering Hispanic Contractors 21:47

11h ago21:47

21:47

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth delves into the vibrant and impactful world of the National Hispanic Contractors Association (NAHICA) and their marquee event, Expo Contratista. Joining us is NAHICA President, Serigo Terreros as we explore how NAHICA is empowering Hispanic contractors, fostering community and driving innovati…

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Law & Mortar Episode 92 12:35

11h ago12:35

12:35

Welcome to Episode 92 of "Law and Mortar" with Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group. In this episode, we dive deep into the latest trends in the roofing industry, discussing crucial developments that every contractor needs to know. We talk about the impact of recent regulatory changes, best p…

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Josh Willey - Shifts in the Industry Mean BUR is Back 27:01

20h ago27:01

27:01

In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth chats with Josh Willey of United Asphalts to learn more about pivotal developments reshaping the demand for asphalt and why BUR is trending. Join us as Josh sheds light on the shifting dynamics following Valero's exit from the keg asphalt business that has expanded the markets in Gulf States. …

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This is Roofing School! 1:02:06

5d ago1:02:06

1:02:06

Are you ready to go back to school? Not just any school, this is roofing school. Heidi J Ellsworth visits with Roofing Alliance Executive Director Alison LaValley, Greg Bloom, past Roofing Alliance president and VP of national sales for Beacon Building Products and Dhaval R Gajjar of Clemson University to talk about the roofing courses now availabl…

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Maximizing Solar Rooftop Durability 59:29

11d ago59:29

59:29

In this installment of Coffee Conversations®, we explore the critical role of cover boards in enhancing the longevity and performance of solar roof installations. Our expert panel, including Greg Hudson, Ieuan Compton and John Mulcahy from Georgia-Pacific Building Products and, will discuss best practices, innovative materials and real-world applic…

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Stories from the roof - Erica Reed 20:42

13d ago20:42

20:42

In this episode of Stories from the Roof, Megan Ellsworth visits with Erica Reed, vice president of construction operations of 123 Exteriors, to talk about her journey in roofing. As an experienced leader with a demonstrated history in the construction industry, skilled in negotiation, sales and conflict resolution, Erica became the first female ge…

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Jeff Berzolla - Instant Leads at Your Fingertip 32:10

20d ago32:10

32:10

In this Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Jeff Berzolla, founder of Instant Roofer to talk leads and technology. Get an in-depth look at how technology is changing how roofing contractors receive customer leads and prioritize them. Lead generation is a rapidly changing beast – from Google ads to Angi to lead generation directly…

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Grace Kormos - Tremco WTI Celebrates Women in Roofing 19:16

12d ago19:16

19:16

In this inspiring episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Grace Kormos from Tremco WTI to explore her unique journey into the roofing industry. From her initial steps into the world of roofing to her current role, Grace shares her personal story, the challenges she’s overcome, and the triumphs that keep her passionate about h…

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Roofer of the Month: Umbrella Roofing 14:58

12d ago14:58

14:58

In this episode of Roofer of the Month, we feature Umbrella Roofing from Basalt, CO, a leading roofing contractor renowned for its work on high-end residential and commercial properties. Umbrella Roofing excels in delivering projects on time and within budget. They also specialize in gutter installation and custom architectural sheet metal fabricat…

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Mike Wakerling , Joel Viera & Alec Ward - Celebrating Milestones: WSRCA's 50th Anniversary 28:29

13d ago28:29

28:29

In this special episode of Roofing Road Trips®, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) and the 49th Western Roofing Expo. Celebrating with Megan Ellsworth is President Mike Wakerling, Executive Director Joel Viera and Director of Membership and Trade Show, Alec Ward. Join them as they explore…

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Get Ready for the 2024 Midwest Roofing Expo! 19:09

15d ago19:09

19:09

Join Megan Ellsworth on this episode of Roofing Road Trips® as we welcome leadership from the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) to share highlights from the upcoming 2024 MRCA Conference & Expo! This year's conference is set to be a landmark event for roofing professionals in the Midwest, featuring insights from MRCA’s President Robert…

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Kent Gardner - Industry Update: SRS & The Home Depot 22:41

19d ago22:41

22:41

In this Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Kent Gardner, president of SRS Distribution to talk about the recently closed acquisition of SRS by The Home Depot. This industry-shaking event is changing the face of roofing and Kent talks about the future, their employees and how this will advance the roofing industry to the next lev…

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Leverage Your Team to Scale Your Business 59:12

20d ago59:12

59:12

In this RLW, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks to Monica Vornbrock and Melissa Chapman, co-founders of The GLO Group, about the strategies and insights behind leveraging your team to effectively scale your business. Monica and Melissa bring decades of experience in the roofing industry and beyond, specializing in transforming company cultures, enhancing int…

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Monica Vornbrock and Melissa Chapman - Shattering Silos: Transforming Roofing 36:41

21d ago36:41

36:41

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Heidi Ellsworth sits down with Monica Vornbrock and Melissa Chapman, the innovative founders of The GLO Group. They talk about the critical issue of silos within organizations, specifically in the roofing industry. Monica and Melissa share their insights on how these silos form, the challenges they create, and…

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From roof fall to innovation 29:29

28d ago29:29

29:29

Have you ever fallen off a roof? In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Dan Cougar and talks about the inception of Cougar Paws. Join them as they discuss how it all started, and what drove him to become an innovator in the roofing industry. Known for being “the tool you wear,” Cougar Paws is used by roofing contr…

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Making Solar Possible for all Contractors 29:07

1M ago29:07

29:07

In this Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Jess Cress, branch manager of SRS Distribution’s Athens, Georgia location and Bill Eitenmiller, director of solar sales for SRS Distribution, about how contractors can get into the growing solar market. With the increase in demand for solar, many contractors are eager to expand their servi…

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Law & Mortar Episode 91 13:07

1M ago13:07

13:07

Welcome to Episode 91 of "Law and Mortar" with Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group. Today's episode explores the evolving roofing industry, focusing on Supreme Court Decisions and Qualified Immunity, a live disaster preparedness Estimation Workshop, and more. Stay tuned for all this and more…

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Unlocking Efficiency with Labor-Saving Innovations 58:55

1M ago58:55

58:55

Join us for a compelling episode of Coffee Conversations, where we explore the transformative impact of labor and material-saving products in the roofing industry. Sponsored by Hunter Panels, this webinar will explore innovative solutions designed to make roofing projects more efficient and cost-effective. Our expert panel will discuss the latest a…

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Meet Beacon’s 2024 Female Roofing Professional of the Year! 14:37

1M ago14:37

14:37

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth is joined by a special guest, Beacon’s 2024 Female Roofing Professional of the Year winner, Brooke Laizure. The owner of Whirlwind Roofing and Construction, LLC, Brooke shares about her experience in the industry and operating a Native American and woman-owned business and will talk about what…

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Building a Culture of Safety 25:05

1M ago25:05

25:05

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips Karen Edwards chats with Eric Vittardi of SafetyHQ about the difference between having a safety plan versus building a company-wide safety culture. Safety concerns including field safety, mental health and proper procedures to maintain OSHA compliance are all important pieces of every safety plan but infusing a…

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Shield and Dry with one Membrane 24:03

1M ago24:03

24:03

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Chris Meyer from VaproShield to discuss their launch into the commercial roofing industry. Chris tells Heidi about VaproShield and their decision to offer their innovative products to roofing contractors. The discussion then shifts to one product in particular that can change…

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Helping Contractors Navigate the M&A Landscape 25:01

2M ago25:01

25:01

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Dominik Sachsenheimer and Carson Bombara of Maven Group to talk about mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the roofing industry. The Maven Group has 30 years of M&A expertise in the elevator industry and is bringing their experience to the roofing space to help contractors navigate t…

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On the Go With myABCsupply 24:01

2M ago24:01

24:01

On this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, join Karen Edwards and Kris Kieffer of ABC Supply as they talk about integrating technology in business. Today, we're diving into the world of digital tools for contractors with a focus on ABC Supply's platforms myABCsupply and ABC Connect. As a leader in the building materials industry, ABC Supply has develo…

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Roofer of the Month: USA General Contractors Corp 8:58

2M ago8:58

8:58

Join host Megan Ellsworth as she sits down with Greg Serevetas, Vice President of USA General Contractors Corp, the celebrated Roofer of the Month for July. In this episode, Greg shares the company's 30+ years of success, and what sets them apart in the competitive world of roofing. Discover the story behind USA General Contracting Corp and learn a…

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Rebuilding Lives and Giving Back at the Indy 500 57:01

2M ago57:01

57:01

Join us for a heartwarming episode of Coffee Conversations, sponsored by ABC Supply. In this special edition, we will delve into the incredible work of Homes For Our Troops, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building and donating specially adapted custom homes for severely injured post-9/11 veterans. We’ll explore stories from Homes For Our Tro…

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How to Win the Race to the Roofing Sale 35:01

2M ago35:01

35:01

In this Roofing Road Trips®, join Heidi J. Ellsworth as she visits with Ryan Eves, product manager at RoofSnap and Jim Mallers, vice president of business development at EverConnect and Socius Marketing. They dive into how to win the race to the roofing sale which is so important to all contractors in today’s markets. RoofSnap, EverConnect and Soci…

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Coffee Conversations LIVE From FRSA 2024! 1:01:42

2M ago1:01:42

1:01:42

You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Beacon, coming to you LIVE from the 2024 Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Association (FRSA) tradeshow! Join us on the first day of the show as we meet with Florida roofing leaders and experts. Guests include contractors, service providers, manufacturers and distributors who will…

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Storm Ready: Insights on Hurricane Preparedness 27:09

2M ago27:09

27:09

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, join Karen Edwards as she talks with Chris Kane of Adams and Reese to discuss the critical aspects of hurricane preparedness. With extensive experience in legal and business circles, Chris brings unique insights into how communities and businesses can better prepare and respond to hurricanes. We will dive into…

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Making Slate a Simple Choice 21:32

2M ago21:32

21:32

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips® Karen Edwards visits with Morgan Cathey of READYSLATE® to talk about their innovative solution to make slate more accessible and easier to install on roofs. Slate is an exceptional choice for roofing due to its remarkable durability and timeless appeal and requires specialized skills and tools to properly inst…

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How to minimize the new hire investment 28:18

2M ago28:18

28:18

In today’s episode of Roofing Road Trips, our host Karen Edwards chats with specialized roofing recruiters Kristin and Tony Case of Hi-Peak Staffing about significant risks in the hiring processes that are typical within the roofing industry, including mismatches between job requirements and candidate skills. Employers often overlook the hidden cos…

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Extreme Weather Propels Roofing Innovation 35:55

2M ago35:55

35:55

Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Greg Hudson, director of commercial Dens sales at Georgia-Pacific about how extreme weather is propelling innovation in the roofing and overall construction industries. With amazing knowledge from his roofing career, Greg shares what he has seen over the years and how weather continues to push companies like Georgia-P…

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Rainbow Rooftops: It’s Pride Month! 57:42

2M ago57:42

57:42

Join us for an engaging and celebratory Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Tremco WTI, dedicated to honoring and supporting the LGBTQ+ community within the roofing industry. This vibrant conversation will provide a platform for industry professionals to share their experiences, discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion and explore ways to f…

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Owens Corning & Roofers Choice Insurance: Empowering Contractors 29:34

2M ago29:34

29:34

Join Karen Edwards in this episode of Roofing Road Trips as we delve into the latest partnership between Roofers Choice Insurance and Owens Corning Roofing Contractor Network. Hear insights from industry leaders Brett Scott of Roofers Choice Insurance and Jon Gardner of Owens Corning on navigating the complex insurance landscape and ensuring your b…

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Paige Harvill 18:54

2M ago18:54

18:54

Stories from the Roof host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Paige Harvill, corporate projects manager for Nations Roof LLC, Mobile, Alabama to talk about their roofing story. Nations Roof is the brainchild of three roofing executives who recognized an opportunity to make a difference in an underserved industry—commercial roofing. With over 100 years …

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John Chan 45:19

2M ago45:19

45:19

Join us for this episode of Stories From the Roof as host Megan Ellsworth sits down with John Chan, owner of Durable Slate, to learn about his passion for restoration. John’s inspiring roofing journey began with a summer job at Durable Slate while he was in college where he learned to install slate, copper and tile. He has since worked his way into…

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Meet Progressive Materials’ Progressive Culture 19:36

2M ago19:36

19:36

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Matt Clarke to learn more about Progressive Materials and their amazing company culture. Matt shares how customer service and really caring about customer success is a core value for the company. Heidi and Matt then dive into the extensive resources the company offers to cont…

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RCS Influencer Response: Trent Cotney on AI 5:06

2M ago5:06

5:06

Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Follow Us! https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://www.tiktok.com/@ro…

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Breaking Down the “Tech Stack” for Contractors 29:58

2M ago29:58

29:58

In this episode of RoofingRoadTrips Karen Edwards sits down with Pam Torrey of Ingage to break down the basics of a tech stack for mid-size contractors. From defining the concept of a tech stack to exploring real-world examples of its transformative impact, Karen and Pam navigate the complex terrain of technology adoption in the construction indust…

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Exploring Diversity in the Industry 22:32

3M ago22:32

22:32

On this Roofing Road Trips, join Megan Ellsworth as she traverses through the diverse landscapes of the roofing industry. Tagging along for the ride is one of the founders of Latinos in Roofing Associated (LIRA) Susi Lee Massey Batista. Delve into the experiences, insights, and stories of Latinos and women in roofing. From breaking barriers to over…

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Roofer of the Month - Armored Roofing 11:00

3M ago11:00

11:00

In the June 2024 edition of the "Roofer of the Month" podcast, we spotlight Armored Roofing, a roofing company based in Wichita Falls, TX. Your host Megan Ellsworth interviews the president of Armored Roofing, Katie Clymer, who shares insights into the company's commitment to quality, customer satisfaction and what sets them apart from other roofin…

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Win Big at FRSA! 16:10

3M ago16:10

16:10

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Todd Farr from EVERROOF to talk about the new Roofing Alliance Clemson Certificate Program and how EVERROOF will be supporting this initiative by giving away an opportunity to take the class to one lucky roofing professional. Todd and Heidi talk about the Roofing Alliance Clems…

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Law & Mortar Episode 90 16:51

3M ago16:51

16:51

Welcome to Episode 90 of "Law and Mortar" with Trent Cotney, Partner at Adams and Reese LLP, and John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group. In today's episode, we dive into the evolving roofing industry, focusing on automation, the role of manufacturing, and the future dominance of private equity-owned installing companies. John previews his upco…

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A Peek Over the Edge 1:00:30

3M ago1:00:30

1:00:30

In this RoofersCoffeeShop RLW, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Nick Musel and Hank Bonney of Mule-Hide to discuss the importance of edge metal. The majority of roof failures are not the result of how the roof is secured, but of metal edge failures in high-wind events. With increased weather events and stronger building codes around wind uplift, u…

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You can’t resist RESISTO! 23:05

3M ago23:05

23:05

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Chad VanderWeide, the National Sales Manager for the RESISTO brand, to discuss the distinctive qualities that set the RESISTO product line apart from other roofing products in the market and gain insights into how it plays a crucial role in the overall success of SOPREMA. Explor…

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