CEO at Cotney Consulting Group

John Kenney is the chief executive officer and co-founder of Cotney Consulting Group, a leading advisory firm supporting growth, efficiency and operational excellence across the construction industry. With over 45 years of experience, John began his career as an apprentice in a family-run construction business in the Northeast. He steadily advanced through the ranks — from laborer to foreman, estimator, executive leadership and eventually COO of a significant commercial contracting firm.

John has led successful construction operations across diverse markets, including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Florida. His career spans managing large-scale commercial projects, overseeing field operations, refining estimating systems and building high-performance teams. His leadership roles have included responsibility for company-wide operations, project delivery, financial performance and client satisfaction.

A Florida-licensed contractor, John brings field experience and executive insight to his consulting work. He serves on multiple national and international technical committees and construction associations, including leadership roles in organizations dedicated to advancing education, innovation and workforce development in the built environment. He also sits on the Board of Directors for RT3 (Roofing Technology Think Tank) and is an active member of National Women in Roofing’s Membership Committee.

John is based in Florida with his wife of 39 years and enjoys construction history, classic muscle cars, reading and writing.

Latest Spanish Content

Capacitaciones de seguridad del R-Club: Educación bilingüe que fortalece a las cuadrillas

Por Jesse Sanchez. Traducido por Jessica Bravo. Capacitaciones exclusivas de seguridad en bilingüe brindan a las cuadrillas de techado mayor claridad, confianza y una cultura de cumplimiento más sólida. La seguridad en un sitio de trabajo no se construye únicamente con políticas. Se refuerza mediante la repetición, el liderazgo ...
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Cotney Consulting ahora ofrece capacitación en estimación en español

By Jessica Bravo. Aprende a mejorar la eficiencia del equipo, dominar el seguimiento de la mano de obra y monitorear los costos del trabajo, todo en español. Cotney Consulting es una firma de consultoría especializada en techado, que ofrece SOPs personalizados, sistemas y estrategias de crecimiento. Además de la consultoría ...
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Cotney Consulting is now offering an estimate training in Spanish

By Jessica Bravo. Learn how to improve crew efficiency, master labor tracking and monitor job costs all in Spanish. Cotney Consulting is a consulting firm that specializes in roofing, offering tailored SOPs, systems and growth strategies. In addition to operations and performance consulting, they provide Smartsheet solutions and ...
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Latest International Content

How the Iran conflict could impact construction costs, fuel prices and projects

By John Kenney III, advisor to Commercial Roofing Contractors, Cotney Consulting Group. In uncertain markets, the most disciplined contractors focus less on predicting prices and more on protecting assumptions. Over the past several weeks, headlines have been dominated by escalating conflict in the Middle East. Missile strikes, attacks on energy infrastructure and ...
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¡Celébralo con Nosotros! Learn About Latino Culture This Hispanic Heritage Month

By Dani Sheehan. Building cross-cultural connections starts by entering the conversation. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning something new about your Latino coworkers. September 15 to October 15 marks National Hispanic Heritage Month each year in the United States. Its purpose is to celebrate the history, culture and contributions of ...
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Latest Podcasts

Recoating a Rusted Metal Roof

In this AskARoofer Minisode, roofing expert John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group answers a homeowner question from Virginia about extending the life of a standing seam metal roof showing surface rust and pinholes. John breaks down why proper preparation matters and compares fibered aluminum coatings with a primer-and-acrylic system, in ...
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Visible Roof Underlayment

In this AskARoofer Minisode, roofing expert John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group responds to a question from a homeowner in Montana following a house fire and partial interior demolition of their 1916 home. After ceiling removal, the homeowner noticed roofing underlayment visible from inside the attic beneath a roof installed ...
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Investing in Roofing Skills

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth welcomes John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, to talk about how online training is transforming the roofing industry. With decades of experience in estimating and project management, John shares how Cotney’s structured programs help contractors develop stronger estimators, project managers ...
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Latest Webinars

Building a Culture of Accountability and Performance - February 11

Great roofing companies don’t rely on luck—they’re built on accountability, clear expectations and performance systems that work from the top down. This session dives into the leadership habits and structural tools that create consistent team execution. We’ll explore: • Defining accountability at every organizational level—from office staff to crews. • ...
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Affinity Webinar - Passing the Torch: Succession Planning

RoofersCoffeeShop is hosting an essential Affinity Webinar featuring industry expert John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group in a candid discussion on succession planning for roofing companies. Hosted by Heidi J. Ellsworth and Megan Ellsworth, this session will guide contractors through the process of preparing for leadership transitions, whether passing the ...
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3D Printing Innovations for Roofing

In this session, we explore the game-changing potential of 3D printing for roofing applications. Discover how 3D printing enables the creation of custom-fit roofing components, reduces waste by precisely using materials and accelerates project timelines. Register or join R-Club today!
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Scaling up With BI: Business Strategies for Roofing Companies

In this RoofersCoffeeShop RLW, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets with experts in customer service, estimating, service, safety, regulations and legal issues. Eugene Zukowski of Jobba, John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group and Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese join the conversation to share their 2023 insights on how business intelligence ...
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Latest Videos

The Weekly Blend - Episode 201

Join us every week to learn the latest news in the roofing, metal, coatings and outdoor living industry. The 201st episode of The Weekly Blend is live! Join The Coffee Shops’ President Heidi Ellsworth and COO Karen Edwards for the latest episode of this Coffee Shop original web series. Tune in to ...
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The Weekly Blend - Episode 196

Join us every week to learn the latest news in the roofing, metal, coatings and outdoor living industry. The 196th episode of The Weekly Blend is live! Join The Coffee Shops’ Multimedia Manager Megan Ellsworth and En Español Program Coordinator Jessica Bravo for the latest episode of this Coffee Shop original ...
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The Weekly Blend - Episode 141

Join us every Friday to learn the latest news in the roofing, metal and coatings industry. The 141st episode of The Weekly Blend is live! Join the Coffee Shops’ President Heidi J. Ellsworth and Multimedia Manager Megan Ellsworth for the latest episode of this Coffee Shop original web series. This week, Heidi ...
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