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John Kenney - RCS, MCS, CCS & OCS Influencer
Your roof is a complete system, not just the material you see
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Your roof is not simply the shingles, panels or membrane visible from outside. When most homeowners look at a roof, they see shingles, metal panels, tile, or another finished surface. That visible material is important, but it is only one part of what protects the building. ...
Are you ready for the robots?
By Emma Peterson. John Kenney shares why contractors with strong systems, clear workflows and documented processes will be best positioned to embrace new technologies. For many of us, robots seem like something from a science fiction movie – something that might be cool but is far from becoming a ...
The value of running a tight ship
By Emma Peterson. As regulations evolve, contractors who embrace systems and accountability are finding it easier to stay compliant and protect their operations. In a new From the Ground Up™ episode, Karol Weyman sat down with John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, to talk about the legal, safety and ...
The hidden cost of a poor project handover
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. One of the most expensive mistakes a roofing contractor can make often happens before the project even reaches site. It happens during the handover. A project may have been estimated carefully, priced competitively and secured on acceptable terms. Still, if the information gathered ...
The business of coatings: Economic trends and opportunities
By Emma Peterson. Join Heidi J. Ellsworth and John Kenney for a live discussion on the market forces affecting coatings contractors and the strategies that can help businesses thrive. On August 12, 2026 at 11a.m. PT (2 p.m. ET), Heidi J. Ellsworth will host a live CoatingsTalk™ with John Kenney. ...
The estimate doesn't end when the bid is submitted
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. The estimate is not finished until the final project review is complete and the lessons learned have been carried forward to the next opportunity. One of the biggest misconceptions in our industry is that estimating ends when the proposal is delivered or the ...
A full backlog doesn't guarantee a healthy business
RCS Influencer John Kenney says revenue doesn't pay the bills, cash does. One of the biggest misconceptions I see in the roofing industry is the belief that a full backlog automatically means a healthy company. I've heard contractors proudly tell me they're booked six or eight months out, yet when we ...
Winning HOA approval starts with education
MCS Influencer John Kenney says contractors who educate rather than persuade often become the companies HOA boards are most comfortable working with. One of the biggest obstacles homeowners face when considering a metal roof isn't choosing the right panel profile or color. It's getting approval from the homeowners association. I've spoken ...
Summer safety starts long before the temperature rises
OCS Influencer John Kenney says that fatigue affects judgement. Every summer, contractors remind their crews to drink water, wear sunscreen and take breaks. That's good advice, but after more than four decades in construction, I've learned those reminders alone don't create safer jobsites. Heat-related incidents rarely happen because someone didn't know ...
Ladder safety: Getting the basics right across every trade
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Consistent ladder safety protects your people, your productivity and your reputation. Walk any outdoor jobsite — whether it's a landscaping project, a tile installation, a lighting upgrade, a pool equipment repair or an outdoor living build — and you’ll see the same tool used in all ...
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