By Emma Peterson.
Save time and money with Leap’s Universal Credit Application!
The traditional process of financing a new roof is frustrating and complicated for both the homeowners applying and contractors trying to help them. But Leap is revolutionizing that process with their Universal Credit Application. In this episode of Roofing Road ...
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By Emma Peterson.
New vacuum plate products, upgrades to the VARIMAT and more!
While at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE), Heidi J. Ellsworth got the chance to host Dave Nordentoft and Brittany Wykle of Leister for a live episode of ReadListenWatch® (RLW). They started off with Brittany, who is an associate ...
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By Emma Peterson.
How Equipter not only makes jobs more efficient, but paychecks bigger.
Sometimes when innovations are introduced into an industry or sector, there can be a fear that it will replace existing professionals’ jobs. But there are actually many cases where that fear is not only unfounded but completely inverse ...
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By Emma Peterson.
Learn how regulations and building codes in California are shaping the direction of the coatings industry.
In this episode of CoatingsTalk, Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland of Western Colloid stopped by The Coffee Shops to talk to Karen Edwards about what is shaping the coatings industry today, and what ...
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By Renoworks.
Harnessing the power of visualization to help homeowners make faster, more confident decisions.
When it comes to home renovations, imagination can be a homeowner’s biggest hurdle. The vision might be grand, but the uncertainty of the final outcome often slows decision-making, delays projects and leaves customers second-guessing their choices. Major ...
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By Jesse Sanchez.
Tackling the industry’s labor shortage by connecting contractors with the specialized talent they need to succeed.
The roofing industry has long grappled with a shortage of skilled professionals, but Luke McCormick, CEO of Roofing Talent America, is tackling the issue head-on. In this interview with Megan Ellsworth at the ...
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By Dani Sheehan.
Despite economic uncertainty, evolving customer expectations and ongoing labor challenges, the spray foam industry is adapting and thriving.
In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with Will Lorenz of General Coatings Manufacturing Corp. to discuss insights on where the spray foam and roofing coatings ...
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By Jesse Sanchez.
Clear communication is essential for ensuring job site safety, retaining skilled workers and maintaining profitability.
At the Western Roofing Expo, Roofing Road Trips® host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Monica Vornbrock and Melissa Chapman, co-founders of The GLO Group, to discuss how communication challenges, especially language barriers, are ...
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As the coating sector continues to grow in popularity, this podcast featuring Western Colloid experts is a great way to refresh yourself on the basics.
It might only be a one-word difference, but roof coatings and roof coating systems actually refer to quite different things. As the popularity of roof restoration ...
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By Emma Peterson.
Learn how to optimize your use of technology from the people at the forefront of developing it.
You probably have heard of the Altitude Podcast from EagleView, but if you haven’t, each episode explores the stories of pioneers and innovators in their fields. The show is hosted by EagleView ...
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By Anna Lockhart.
Harnessing your personal strengths and weaknesses can boost your career and confidence as a leader in the field.
In an episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with the first and youngest Tremco President, Krista Gnatt, to discuss her role as ...
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By Emma Peterson.
This new product line displays Central States’ commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
Central States Manufacturing is a 100% employee-owned company based out of Northwest Arkansas. They operate 11 factories around the nation and maintain three main divisions — light gauge metal, building packages and installation. Recently, Shannon ...
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By Corey Mann, Leap.
Optimize operations, boost efficiency and drive long-term growth with the right tools and technology.
From estimating jobs accurately to streamlining workflows and improving customer experience, strong business management lays the foundation for a sustainable company and a loyal customer base. By implementing smart strategies and leveraging technology like ...
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