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Builder Stories

Eric Fortenberry

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Welcome to Builder Stories, the podcast where builders, remodelers, and contractors share their personal and business journeys. Come learn from the stories of successful entrepreneurs who share how they got started, how they found success, and the lessons learned along the way. Your host, Eric Fortenberry, has successfully built two businesses, one in software and one in construction. He is now the Founder and CEO of JobTread Software, a construction estimating and project management platfor ...
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Home of the Hero Support Records Pod Network!! The Punk Rock Movie Discussion! - Punk People from Punk Things talking movies!! As a musician in the punk scene.. you meet lots of musicians and music types.. Dewayne Burns (Hero Support Records) gabs with fellow musicians and such about their favorite flicks.. because why would musicians talk about music...Find all the Hero Support band releases at >>www.herosupport.bandcamp.com << Podcast theme - Sleeping Bag by Get Bent
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Meet Amzie Lehman, owner of Lehman Construction based in Shipshewana, Indiana. Amzie shares his journey from working on the job site with his father to leading a successful construction company alongside his brother and brother-in-law. He discusses the importance of client relationships, the value of an abundance mindset, and how his company has em…
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Meet Doug Dwyer, President and CSO of DreamMaker Bath and Kitchen the largest kitchen and bath remodeling franchisor in the country. Doug shares his journey from growing up in the franchise industry to transforming DreamMaker into a national brand with 44 locations across 24 states. Doug dives deep into the challenges and triumphs of scaling a remo…
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Meet Ervin Ballabani president of Moderno Restoration, Inc. based in Toronto, Canada. Ervin shares his inspiring journey from a condominium property manager to a successful entrepreneur running multiple thriving businesses in the restoration, HVAC, plumbing, and security industries. He opens up about the challenges he faced, including starting his …
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Meet Raquel and Diego Rodriguez, the owners of D&R Custom Remodeling located in Austin, Texas. In this episode, they share their journey of transitioning from a family business in decorative glass to establishing a remodeling company in a new city. Despite the challenges of starting anew without a network, their complementary skills—Diego's hands-o…
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Meet Herman Guerra, owner of HG&Co. Home Improvement based in Dallas, Texas. Herman's journey into the construction industry began at a young age, helping his father with weekend remodeling projects, which laid the foundation for his expertise. After earning a BA in government from UT Austin and working in Child Protective Services and as a juvenil…
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Meet Jason Novotny, owner of Hiland Construction based in Anchorage, Alaska. Jason shares his journey from a childhood around real estate, thanks to his father, to becoming a Marine Corps veteran, and eventually founding Hiland Construction in 2019. Specializing in residential and commercial renovations, Jason dives into the unique challenges of co…
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Meet Roberto Rodriguez, owner of Ark Remodeling Services based in Tomball, Texas, who shares his remarkable journey from aspiring professional baseball player to successful construction business owner. Despite facing the setback of his baseball dreams not materializing, Roberto found inspiration in HGTV shows and transitioned into construction. Sta…
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In this episode I am talking with world renowned golf Biomechanics expert, Dr Kwon. Dr Kwon has published dozens of peer reviewed golf biomechanics research papers. He also has an extremely impressive biomechanics system called Kwon 3D. In his lab he assesses golfers swings using dual force plates, 3D motion tracking, and high speed camera. With th…
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Meet Debbie Adams, owner of Adams Company located in Austin, Texas. In this episode, we delve into Debbie's remarkable journey from a secretary in the construction industry to the owner of an award-winning remodeling company. Debbie shares her path to success, which began with a chance job opportunity in 1987 and evolved through years of hands-on e…
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Meet Michael Dudonis co-owner of Dudonis Construction based in Springfield, New Jersey. Michael shares how his early experiences working with his father in residential construction set the foundation for his career. After spending 14 years in heavy civil construction, Michael and his brother started Dudonis Construction in 2018 to revive their fath…
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Meet Jayme Carlson, owner of Hard Decks, located in Belvidere, Illinois. Jayme shares his inspiring journey from jumping straight into construction out of high school to founding a successful deck-building business with his now business partner and father-in-law, Andy. Hear how he navigated the challenges of the 2008 economic downturn, honed his sk…
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Meet Dylan Martin from Absolute Design Build, a third-generation builder in Austin, Texas. Starting his career in construction after a stint in the military and a brief foray into the corporate world, Dylan faced numerous challenges without a mentor. His turning point came after joining forces with his partner, Thomas, and later adding a third part…
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Meet Mark Flanders, owner of Blue Hill Building Co. based in Bridgewater, Virginia. Mark shares his journey from growing up in the building business, taking drafting classes in high school, to eventually taking over his father’s company in 1998. Mark’s career saw significant evolution, including a pivotal role at CoConstruct during the Great Recess…
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Meet Anthony Abbott, owner of Greystone Remodeling based in North Carolina. Anthony shares his inspiring journey from his early fascination with carpentry as a child, through his military service, and onto founding his successful remodeling business. Addressing the challenges of transitioning from being an infantryman to a construction entrepreneur…
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Meet Mike Mitchell, owner of Mitchell Construction a deck building company based in a suburb of Chicago, Illinois. Mike shares his journey from joining his father's business in high school to transforming Mitchell Construction into a niche company specializing in decks. He discusses the challenges of delegating tasks, transitioning out of the field…
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Meet Carlos Adame, owner of Transom Remodeling based in Richardson, Texas. Carlos shares the difficulties he's faced in growing his business and the lessons he's learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration and learning from others. With a goal of reaching the $10 million mark, Carlos remains optimistic and committed, welcom…
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Meet Dan Lee, owner of Kane Remodeling a luxury home remodeling company based in Austin, Texas. Dan talks to Eric about his journey from tech sales to building a remodeling company. With an emphasis on the importance of continuous growth and learning, Dan talks about how his background in sales has uniquely positioned him to compete against others …
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Meet Stephanie Burgess, owner of Burgess Construction, a deck building company based in Snohomish, Washington. Stephanie explores her relentless pursuit of success as a rising entrepreneur in the construction industry, highlighting the importance of perseverance and a positive mindset amidst the hurdles. This episode not only celebrates Stephanie’s…
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Meet Edward Rivera and Eddie Cruz, business partners in Ion Electrical located in Bedford, New Hampshire. Edward and Eddie share their journey of transforming the traditional contractor experience through AI and smart technology. From their unique approach to customer service and job estimation to their passion for integrating AI into everyday busi…
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Meet Darin Kuns owner of D-K Construction, Inc. based in Flora, Indiana. Darin shares his personal journey, highlighting the decision to follow in his father's footsteps and the enduring philosophy of client relationships over specialization. Explore the company's growth, marked by the seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies for enhanced …
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In this episode I am delighted to be joined by Martin Bingisser. Martin is very well known in strength and conditioning and track and field circles. He is a former world class hammer thrower, is now a very highly respected hammer throwing coach, and works with a variety of sports in strength and conditioning. There are many parallels between develo…
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Meet Steve Kirk, the founder of Premier Deck based in Rochester, New Hampshire. After an early career in general remodeling, Steve narrowed his focus to decks, finding both passion and profitability. In this episode, he delves into the complexities of growing a business, from choosing the right marketing tactics and hiring the best employees to opt…
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Meet Marcus Hampton owner of Hampton Construction and Hampton Outdoor based in Phoenix and doing work all over Arizona. In his inspiring story of perseverance and growth in the face of challenges, Marcus shares his struggles from starting the business as a homeless teen to producing large-scale projects at just under 30 years of age. Approaching li…
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Meet Rick Williams owner of Williams Professional Painting serving the DC metro area. Rick shares his belief that taking the extra time to do a job right not only builds a positive reputation but also pays off in the long run through increased business opportunities. Rick delves into the nuanced art of knowing when to compromise and when to stand f…
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Meet Scott and Zach Heinold a father-son duo working together on home builds and renovations in Washington, Illinois. They share the joys and challenges of building a business with family, emphasizing the rarity and blessing of such a partnership. As Scott envisions the future handover of the business, his optimism and support for the next generati…
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Meet Elliott Wittstruck owner of Built with Love, a remodeling company based in Nashville, Tennessee. Beginning his journey as a music teacher, Elliott's path took a dynamic turn through roles as a landlord and handyman, eventually leading him to spearhead whole home remodels. At the core of Built with Love's ethos is a steadfast commitment to a gr…
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If you are interested in developing club head speed, and driving the ball further, this episode is for you. Tre Mullins is a PGA Professional based in Tenesssee, who has dedicated himself to learning about and increasing his own speed over the last few years. The improvements he and his students have made are extremely impressive. I hope you pick u…
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Meet Adam Jackson, owner of Agile Cabinetry located in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. After leaving a corporate IT job and finishing his own kitchen remodel, Adam found his true passion and founded Agile Cabinetry in 2021. Adam highlights how his project management background helps run the business, as well as his dedication to a great customer experience,…
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Meet Chad Hamlin, owner of The Hamlin Group located in Atlanta, Georgia. With a passion for problem solving more complicated issues, Chad started as a single architect and has evolved his business into full luxury remodels. He delves into the intricacies of effective hiring, highlighting the importance of trust, setting clear expectations, and main…
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Meet Brian Blankenheim, owner of Build It Right Carpentry located in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. In his late 20s, while working at a construction site, he discovered his love of carpentry. Under the guidance of a skilled mentor, Brian honed his skills and even undertook the monumental task of constructing his own home. Starting his company in 2009, Bria…
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Meet Nicholas Donlin, owner of Zenith Design + Build a top remodeling company based in Iowa. With a passion for both construction and technology since his younger years, Nicholas decided to take the plunge and establish Zenith in 2018, which is now projected to achieve $7.5 million in revenue this year. As a leader of an 18-person team, Nicholas is…
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Meet James Miller, owner of Valiant Home Additions in Centerton, Arkansas. James initially embarked on his construction career right after high school, and at the young age of 21, he was running operations for an aluminum gutter company. After starting his own company and experiencing challenges with a former partner, he decided to pivot his focus …
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Meet Scott Worley, owner of The Patio Kitchen Co in St. Louis, Missouri. After initially venturing into construction straight out of high school, Scott's passion for transforming outdoor living spaces took hold during his college years. With a successful business under his belt for a decade, he made the bold choice to close it down and pivot to bec…
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Meet Erica Anenberg and Beth Benson, owners of Girl Flip Construction based in Los Angeles, California. Erica's passion for creating and selling, coupled with a mission to shake up the industry and encourage more women to enter the trades, fueled the inspiration behind Girl Flip. Beyond just flipping houses, the company strives to serve as an inspi…
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Meet Jeremy Maher, co-owner of Phoenix Home Remodeling in Chandler, Arizona. Jeremy's journey began after a disappointing encounter with a contractor, which motivated him to believe that he could run a contracting business more effectively. Seizing the opportunity, Jeremy, along with his former boss and the boss' brother, formed a partnership and l…
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Meet Greg Junge, owner of Greg Junge Construction based in North Carolina. As a second generation contractor, he was raised in the industry and started with kitchen and bath remodels. He now has focused his business on whole home builds with a goal of $4 to $10 million in annual sales. Here are a few key takeaways from the discussion with Greg: Tra…
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Meet Kevin Choquette, owner of Ravin Builders a specialty deck builder located in Richmond, Rhode Island. Two years ago, Kevin made the pivotal decision to shift the focus of his company towards a single niche: boutique deck building. Little did he know that this strategic move would prove to be a game-changer, propelling his average project value …
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Meet Jordan Webb, owner of Deck Masters a thriving deck building company based in Alaska. After starting the business at 16 years old, Jordan struggled to meet the demands of running a business while actively constructing decks. Driven by personal circumstances requiring his family to relocate to Hawaii, he developed systems to remotely manage buil…
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Meet Felipe Freig, owner of Versa Homes a boutique custom home builder located in British Columbia, Canada. With a captivating journey that began as a skilled tile setter and a detour into the realm of music, Felipe found his true calling when he established his renovation company in 2009. Set to do $35 million in revenue over the next three years,…
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Meet Michael Miller the owner of M3 Decks, a deck building company based in Woodinville, Washington. In business for six years, he built his company out of necessity and quickly realized he needed to better track cash flow and understand the business financials. With a goal of achieving $3 million in projects for 2024, he credits his success to a p…
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Meet Ben Schneider the owner of Peak Sodding, a niche landscape company based in North Carolina. Started in 2019 at the age of 21, Ben saw there was an opportunity to specialize in providing sod for landscaping jobs. Drawn to entrepreneurship at an early age, Ben had to learn on the go as he was building the company. From tracking KPIs to planning …
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Meet Matt Blood the solo owner operator of Paragon Tile Installation based in Cumberland, Rhode Island. With over 20 years of experience in the tile industry, Matt initially started his business as a side hustle while working as a full-time firefighter. However, upon retiring from his firefighting career, he dedicated himself fully to his passion. …
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Meet David Bryan owner of Blackdog Builders a design, build, and remodel firm based in Salem, New Hampshire. With 33 years of business experience and 65 team members, Blackdog Builders is projecting $16 million in revenue this year. David reflects on closing his first business, why he places a huge emphasis on culture and staff appreciation, and th…
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Meet Liliana Escudero, president of J Designs Pool & Spa, a boutique pool building company in Los Angeles, California. Their typical build is between $350k - $500k and they do not take on more than 10 projects a year in order to focus on excellent customer service. Liliana believes that it is important to learn your trade, find mentors, and stay on…
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Meet Luan Nguyen, founder of Deck Bros, a deck building company in Omaha, Nebraska. After having his work hours reduced during the pandemic, he started fixing up his own home and realized he could do it for others. He began advertising on Facebook to see if there was any interest and a business was born. After finding a business partner, they did o…
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Meet Tom Morris, the co-founder of The Selah Group - a premier general contractor specializing in exquisite outdoor living spaces. With operations spanning North Texas and Palm Beach, Florida, the Selah Group is renowned for their family-centric approach and unwavering commitment to crafting high-end, luxury outdoor spaces. Leveraging his expertise…
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Laurel Winkel is the owner of SheBuilds, a kitchen design and remodeling firm based in Canby, Oregon, south of Portland. SheBuilds started in 2017 after Laurel decided to go back to school to learn about kitchen design and remodeling. While most males in her family were in the construction industry, Laurel didn’t join them until she changed careers…
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Aaron Harshaw owner of Harshaw Home Renovators in Ottawa, Kansas specializes in high-end home renovations. He went from being a pastor to a business owner and is celebrating 5 years in business. Aaron talks about why you need to be a perpetual student, having the humility to say “I don’t know”, and the principals that guide his business. Here are a…
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Jason Varney owner of both Dock and Deck and Tennessee Pool and Spa in Knoxville, Tennessee, does complete backyard projects that range from $750,000 to $1 million. What started as one company has grown into two as he brought his sons into the business. Jason talks about pivoting during an economic downturn, knowing your overhead costs, participati…
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Bob Turner owner of Turner Builders in Windham, Maine, has nineteen years in the construction industry. Starting his most recent business in 2020, he was able to end that year with over $1.6 million in sales. Recently, he has ventured into one-on-one and group coaching to share his knowledge with others in the industry. Bob talks about why regular,…
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