Jesse Sanchez, Writer
A journey of growth and leadership in the roofing industry
By Jesse Sanchez. Geoff Mitchell’s journey in roofing reflects a story of growth, evolution and teamwork. In this episode of Stories From the Roof, sponsored by Johns Manville, host Megan Ellsworth sat down with Geoff Mitchell, CEO of Mid-South Roof Systems, who shared the story of his 27-year ...
A global mission for energy efficiency
By Jesse Sanchez. Explore the worldwide impact of cool roofs and their role in reducing energy costs. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with James Thomas, CEO of Topps Products, to discuss the evolution of cool roof technology and its global impact. ...
Celebrating outstanding asphalt roofing projects
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover how the Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards shine a spotlight on creativity and craftsmanship in the industry. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth sat down for an engaging discussion with Reed Hitchcock, executive vice president of Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) and ...
Developing the future of roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. A growing movement and how contractors can get involved. In an effort to tackle the ongoing labor shortage in the roofing industry, SkillsUSA has emerged as a key player in workforce development, offering vocational training that prepares students for leadership and hands-on roles in skilled ...
Elevate your sales game
By Jesse Sanchez. Unlock elite strategies for business growth inspired by Spartan warriors at the AGOGE Growth and Profitability Summit. In this MetalCast interview, host Karen Edwards speaks with Dominic Caminata, founder of Grosso University, about the AGOGE Growth and Profitability Summit. The summit, a key event in ...
A fusion of elegance and durability
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover the unmatched combination of wood's timeless charm with metal's unwavering strength. Drexel Metals has officially launched its new Timber Series, a line of soffit and wall panel finishes that seamlessly blend the aesthetic allure of wood with the enduring resilience of metal. This series, ...
Streamlining roofing with Smart Order
By Jesse Sanchez. This cutting-edge technology from Beacon and EagleView is a game-changer. Smart Order is changing the roofing game by merging cutting-edge technology with practical business solutions. In this Read Listen Watch® (RLW), host Karen Edwards discusses this innovative approach with industry experts Will Barber of Beacon and Mike ...
Visualizing success and revolutionizing home remodeling
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover how two industry leaders are changing the game for contractors with advanced visualization tools. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Brady Campbell the vice president of business development at EagleView and Doug Vickerson from Renoworks to ...
The importance of roofing warranties
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover how Mule-Hide is transforming the way contractors handle roofing warranties. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth discusses the crucial topic of roofing warranties with industry experts David Phillip and Joe Landmichl from Mule-Hide. The conversation focuses on the essential ...
The truth about wide-width rolls
By Jesse Sanchez. Are wide-width rolls really saving you time and money or is it all just marketing hype? In this Read Listen Watch® (RLW), host Karen Edwards sat down with Jason Stanley, CEO of IB Roof Systems™, to discuss the misconceptions surrounding wide-width rolls in commercial roofing. ...
