Cotney Consulting Group
5 Strategies for building bridges in the roofing industry
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. MCS Influencer John Kenney explains how roofing contractors can forge stronger ties with manufacturers and distributors. In the competitive roofing world, the strength of relationships between contractors, manufacturers and distributors is pivotal in determining success. These relationships go beyond mere transactions; they are the backbone of ...
Learn how horizontal lifeline systems save lives in the roofing industry
By Cotney Consulting Group. Horizontal lifeline systems play a crucial role in protecting roofing workers. However, in order for the system to be effective, you must ensure that proper installation, regular maintenance and thorough training are understood at all levels. Working at heights is an inherent risk for professionals in the roofing ...
Diversity in the roofing industry during the holidays
RCS influencer John Kenney gives insight on how roofing companies can employ various strategies to celebrate diversity effectively during the holiday season. Like any other industry, roofing has joined the globalized business landscape and integrated with many diverse cultures. Progressive roofing companies increasingly acknowledge this diversity, not merely as a compliance ...
Tune in to our upcoming Affinity webinar - Social Media!
Wednesday, December 20, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am PST Heidi J. Ellsworth, Karen Edwards and John Kenney talk about how to make sense of social media. From Facebook to LinkedIn they will talk about how to determine the best social media platform for your company. They talk about all ...
Top November articles: Exciting promotions, aerial imagery and risk management
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s what has been trending on the CoatingsCoffeeShop™ (CCS) newsroom this past month. For our roof coating specialists, getting a bird's eye view of a jobsite is everything! One of our most popular articles from November was a piece on the benefits of aerial imagery ...
Q&A – Gauging a roof's condition
Entering a conversation without much background in the industry can be intimidating, especially when the numbers start growing. So a homeowner came to our experts for a bit of extra confidence. A question came in through AskARoofer from Gretchen, a homeowner in Pennsylvania. They asked: Hi! I have a mix of roofs ...
Navigating the challenges of succession planning for roofing contractors
By Cotney Consulting Group. With the future in mind, succession planning can be a strategic process for roofing contractors. In small and family owned roofing businesses, versatility is not just a virtue; it's a necessity. Business owners don multiple hats, balancing roles as accountants, lawyers, consultants, marketers and HR specialists. While this ...
Top November articles: Investing in quality roll forming equipment, the love of a job and the dangers of gutter ice dams
By Anna Lockhart. Here’s what has been trending on the RoofersCoffeeShop® (RCS) newsroom this past month. November was a busy month for our readers, many taking the time to catch up on the latest industry innovations and stories. A top article for our readers in the month of November ...
Top November articles: Roll forming machinery benefits, giving back and automated roof and wall panel machinery
By Anna Lockhart. Here’s what has been trending on the MetalCoffeeShop™ (MCS) newsroom this past month. Looking back at the top articles for November, our readers have been very busy reading about the latest industry news! November featured many exciting articles about important topics such as how to boost ...
The power of accurate unit cost estimating
By Cotney Consulting Group. Accurate unit cost estimating transforms the fundamental aspects of roofing projects and revitalizes contractors' sales process. Accurate estimating is the cornerstone of success in the roofing contracting industry. Detailed estimates serve as the bedrock in this complex field, providing exhaustive insights into quantities, costs and rates essential for ...
