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Outdoor living trends shaping 2026 projects
OCS Influencer John Kenney says that the projects that stand out most are usually the ones that balance design with practicality. Outdoor living projects have changed significantly over the last several years. What used to be considered an “extra” space has become an extension of how people live and entertain. Homeowners ...
Restoration projects deliver nearly 2X profit per crew day versus traditional reroofing, new study finds
Roof Restoration Benchmark Report quantifies what contractors have long believed — restoration is often the smarter business decision. APOC, a leading manufacturer of liquid-applied roof restoration solutions, announced findings from a new benchmark study that provides data validating the performance and profitability of roof restoration compared to traditional reroofing methods. While experienced ...
Why training has become a competitive advantage in metal construction
MCS Influencer John Kenney says that the contractors who embrace ongoing training are positioning themselves for long-term stability. One of the biggest mistakes contractors still make is treating training as something extra rather than as part of the business itself. In the metal construction industry, that mindset is becoming harder ...
Robotics in Roofing
In this Read Listen Watch®, host Karen Edwards is joined by John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group to break down how robotics and automation are beginning to influence the construction industry and what that means for roofing contractors. Rather than focusing on fear or speculation, the conversation centers on awareness, ...
FRSA Expo returns with top-tier education and industry backing
By Jenny Yu. Contractors will gain practical insights from leading experts while connecting with top manufacturers and suppliers. The Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) is hosting its 104th Convention & Expo from June 10-12, 2026, at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in in Kissimmee, ...
Training and performance go hand in hand in fluid-applied systems
CCS Influencer John Kenney says coatings are not just sold through product performance; they are sold through contractor credibility. One of the biggest misconceptions in the coatings segment is the idea that fluid-applied systems are “simpler” than traditional roofing systems. On the surface, they can appear less complicated because they ...
Q&A – Attic weatherization concerns
This homeowner paused their project because of insulation concerns. The following is is the advice our experts gave them. When Olive, an Ohio homeowner, started having work on their home, they came to our experts for insight. This is what they asked: I recently had weatherization work started on my home, ...
Invaluable training from an industry expert
By Emma Peterson. Learn from John Kenney’s decades of experience and insights through Cotney Consulting Group’s accessible online training programs! Through our work reporting on the world of roofing, The Coffee Shops™ crew get the chance to talk to experts and leaders from all across the industry. One ...
Know when to hold ‘em, and know when to walk away
By Emma Peterson. Understanding when fighting a claim is the right move, and when settling makes more sense. In a new episode of From the Ground Up™, Karol Weyman talks to John Kenney about handling legal claims. John is the CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, where he offers ...
The operational habits that separate profitable contractors from busy ones
By Cotney Consulting Group. Busy seasons will always come and go. The companies that last are the ones that build habits strong enough to handle the pressure. Being busy has never been the same thing as being profitable. Yet many contractors confuse the two. They measure success by backlog, trucks ...
