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CCS Influencers
How contractors can stay competitive amid mergers and acquisitions
CCS Influencer John Kenney says if you consistently show up with knowledge, integrity and quality, you’ll continue to grow no matter who’s merging with whom. The roofing industry has seen a steady wave of mergers and acquisitions in recent years. From private equity firms buying regional contractors to manufacturers consolidating brands, ...
Out-care the competition
CCS Influencer Shawn Morgan says that being the contractor that’s trusted, specialized and responsive is what keeps you competitive. When the market is full of private equity group buy-outs, mergers and acquisitions, it can feel like the bigger roofing companies have all the advantages. But honestly, that’s also where a privately ...
Keeping everyone on the same page
CCS Influencer Will Lorenz says weekly meetings, are very important in combination with active communication. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Will Lorenz of General Coatings. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Dani Sheehan: Hi, I'm Dani Sheehan ...
Collaborating with project stakeholders and partners
CCS Influencer John Kenney says shared success requires shared responsibility. The complexity of projects has grown exponentially in today's world with more moving parts, tighter schedules, new products, technology and reporting demands; the success of a project no longer rests on one team alone. It demands smooth collaboration between all stakeholders, ...
Teamwork makes the dream work
CCS Influencer Joe Sorrentino says that clear and concise communication is the key to efficient and effective project delivery to the building owner. Teamwork makes the dream work! Clear and concise communication/information is the key to efficient and effective project delivery to the building owner. Just as the delivery team ...
Stay ahead of the curve, one step at a time
CCS Influencer Joe Sorrentino says leveraging tech advancements can give your roofing company the upper hand. New roofing technology is changing the roofing industry, creating new possibilities for roofing contractors willing to embrace new tools. The U.S. roofing industry was worth almost $27.5 billion in 2023, yet 80% of contractors fail ...
Stay ahead of the curve
CCS Influencer Shawn Morgan says that association, manufacturers, events and suppliers are all great resources for contractors trying to keep up with industry developments. Every month, we reach out to industry leaders and experts (our CCS Influencers) to get their insights on ways that contractors in the coatings world can level ...
The maintenance mindset
CCS Influencer Johnny Walker says if a roofs been properly maintained, they're easily restorable. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with CCS Influencer John Walker. You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast. Alex Tolle: Hello, I'm Alex Tolle with CoatingsCoffeeShop.com and I am ...
Keeping up with roofing technology and training
CCS Influencer John Kenney says the roofing industry is not standing still, nor can today's contractors. The roofing industry is evolving faster than ever. From solar-ready membranes and self-adhering systems to advanced coatings, vapor control products, and robotic application tools, the pace of innovation is no longer measured in decades; it's ...
Building trust through warranties and maintenance
CCS Influencer Shawn Morgan says contractors can build trust with building owners by combining warranties with maintenance programs. As contractors, we can really build trust with building owners by combining our warranties with maintenance programs. First, it gives owners peace of mind. Manufacturer warranties cover the roof or building envelope ...
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