Business development - Articles - Page 15

Young Gun Paul Spies

Safety First

Art Aisner

March 3, 2025

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Paul Spies focuses on bringing rooftop safety and fall protection to the forefront.

Young Gun Melissa McLin

Blue Collar Branding

Art Aisner

March 3, 2025

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Young Gun Melissa McLin puts in the hours setting her roofing company apart from the competition.

Young Gun Nick Zavala

Staying Ahead of the Game

Art Aisner

March 3, 2025

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Nick Zavala is focused on helping make the roof replacement process better for both his team and his customers.

Video Series

Core Values at Weather Shield Roofing Systems

Jim Bush, the CEO and visionary behind Weather Shield Roofing Systems, dives into the company’s core principles, which are driving continued success.

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Jill Bloom

February 24, 2025

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Weather Shield Roofing Systems CEO Jim Bush breaks down the company’s core principles developed over time, and how he fosters buy-in from employees to stay successful.

Holcim plans to name its North American spin-off “Amrize.”

Manufacturer News

Holcim’s North American Spinoff to be Called ‘Amrize’

Swiss multinational renames its North American subsidiary following planned spinoff

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 24, 2025

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Holcim said its planned North American spin-off will be named “Amrize,” symbolizing ambition and progress.

Jim Bush’s Story of Grit and Determination in Roofing

Video Series

VIDEO: How I Started My Roofing Business at 18

Jim Bush shares his roofing origin story

Jill Bloom

Art Aisner

February 19, 2025

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Weather Shield Roofing Systems CEO Jim Bush offers a glimpse into his entrepreneurial spirit and how he started a rewarding career in roofing.

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What a Private Equity Sale Looks Like Part 2

Private equity eagerly awaits the next acquisition in the roofing space; are you ready to negotiate your exit?

Kevin Kennedy

February 17, 2025

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In part two of this two-part series, Kevin Kennedy lays out what roofing contractors should expect when undertaking a private equity deal.

Andrew Yaklich, COO of RAFTR Roofing, on why partnership with insurance providers can create a consistent flow of referrals for roofers.

Guest Column

Why Building Strong Relationships with Insurance Providers is Good Business

Andrew Yaklich

February 17, 2025

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Roofers and insurers have long been at odds, but Andrew Yaklich, COO of portfolio firm RAFTRx says a shift toward partnership could streamline claims, boost trust, and benefit homeowners.

Pelican Roofing founder George Boudreaux and Nathan Rath

Contractor Profile: Pelican Roofing

Operating as a sole proprietor for 10 years, Pelican Roofing founder George Boudreaux helped a customer who, years later, became his business partner

Bryan Gottlieb

February 3, 2025

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Pelican Roofing founder George Boudreaux built the company’s reputation on trust, transparency, and quality work. With a new business partner, Nathan Rath, the company positions itself for accelerated growth.

Distributor News

Barry Buchman Named Director of Business Development at NEMEON

Chris Gray

January 24, 2025

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Beginning his building materials career in 1985, Buchman is now taking on a leadership position with the NEMEON cooperative of independent roofing and siding distributors.