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David Harrison

Dave Harrison is the head coach at 360 Degree Coaching. For 13 years, he was the senior vice president of GAF, which helped the company grow from #5 to #1 in the industry. He created successful and impactful industry initiatives, including Master Elite, Golden Pledge, CARE, and many more. His “Day with Dave” one-day boot camps typically drew around 500 contractors nationwide. 

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Outsourcing and How to Avoid Strategic Mistakes

Does it make sense to outsource functions within your growing roofing company? Yes, but selectively
David Harrison
April 19, 2024
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Dave Harrison shares some observations about outsourcing in the roofing industry and offers solutions contractors may want to consider before peak season.
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Private Equity Ready to Play and Pay at IRE 2023

Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
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David Harrison
March 7, 2023
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Private Equity scouts are at the International Roofing Expo, ready for opportunities with successful roofing companies in markets around the country.


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IRE 2023: Hiring Best Practices

Roofing Contractors and Best Hiring Practices

Bad Hires Cost You More Than You Think
David Harrison
March 2, 2023
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If done well, the hiring process is the linchpin separating good and great companies. Learn more on how to be great during the 2023 International Roofing Expo.


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Why Private Equity Now Loves Roofing!

David Harrison
February 3, 2023
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If your company is successful, has a strong local or regional market share, is growing and has a great team, then you are a target for private equity firms.


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EOS? Right For You?

David Harrison
December 1, 2022
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The Entrepreneurial Operating System has been a go-to for roofing contractors looking to succeed, but it is it right for you and your business?
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Guest Column: Exploring the Concept of World Class

David Harrison
February 4, 2011
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The commitment to being world class is a challenge you may have for yourself. The vision to be world class may be a concept we hear about in our profession. The objective and goal of being world class can be inspiring when we hear it or read about it. 
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Leadership in Troubled Times

David Harrison
February 4, 2009
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Our industry has been blessed with multiple years of prosperity. The stars have been aligned. The number of properties has been growing, which supports continued reroofing, repair and maintenance growth.
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Supply Chain Satisfaction Opportunities in an Improving Industry

David Harrison
June 30, 2008
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Over the years, Roofing Contractor has supported me in conducting and publishing the results of various surveys about the industry. These have included studies about how property owners and specifiers view contractors, and how contractors view the value chain.
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Commercial Property Decision Makers Survey

David Harrison
February 14, 2008
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We surveyed commercial property decision makers in both 2001 and 2004 about their thoughts related to our industry. Those market research initiatives demonstrated what we all thought we knew - manufacturers, contractors and consultants are being asked for products and services that are better, quicker and cheaper.
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Roofing Contractor's Consumer Survey

David Harrison
March 5, 2007
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We wanted to see if things had improved since our last survey. So, in November of 2006, we conducted a follow-up study. The survey was mailed to 1,300 property owners representing an even geographic dispersion nationally. About 94 percent of the respondents were owners of single-family homes and had purchased a replacement roof within the previous three years. What do the results of the survey indicate? In the big picture, the industry is improving. That’s the good news. The bad news is that there is still a long way to go.
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