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SkillsUSA and the Future Workforce
In this Contractor Outlook™, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Chelle Travis, executive director of SkillsUSA, for a conversation about strengthening the future of the skilled trades. Together, they discuss why it is critical for contractors, manufacturers and industry partners across all trades to connect with local career and ...
Changing From Uncertainty to Complexity
In this Contractor Outlook™, Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Alex Chausovsky to explore the economic trends and global factors impacting contractors today. They discuss the differences between new construction and replacement work, the effects of energy markets, supply chain challenges and other emerging risks that could influence the industry. ...
Using AI to Rethink Construction Waste
In this episode of Contractor Outlook™, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with Todd Thomas, co-founder of Woodchuck AI, about how artificial intelligence could help contractors manage tear-off waste more efficiently. Todd explains how the platform uses AI and camera technology to monitor jobsite dumpsters in real time. Woodchuck AI is ...
Finding Growth in a Shifting Construction Market
In this Contractor Outlook™ episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with Paul Trombitas, partner at FMI, about what the latest construction outlook means for contractors navigating an uncertain market. Drawing from the 2026 Q2 North America Construction and Engineering Outlook Report, Paul breaks down why the industry is still positioned for ...
Exploring Contractor Trends and Homeowner Insights
In this Contractor Outlook™ episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Angie Hicks, co-founder of Angi, to explore the evolving relationship between contractors and homeowners in today’s digital-first environment. From the origin story of Angi to its growing focus on supporting service professionals, the conversation highlights how direct feedback, advisory ...
Study Finds Homeowners are Prioritizing Sustainability
In this episode of Contractor Outlook™, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Allison Hadley, spokesperson of American Home Shield, to unpack what today’s homeowners really want when it comes to greener homes and how those expectations are shaping opportunities for contractors. Drawing from recent homeowner research, Allison shares insights ...
Stories From the Roof: Kevin O’Donnell
In this episode of Stories From the Roof, Megan Ellsworth talks with Kevin O’Donnell, fourth-generation roofer and CEO of O’Donnell Roofing Co. Growing up on job sites, Kevin naturally took the reins of his family’s 102-year-old company, now serving residential and commercial clients across Pennsylvania. Under his leadership, O’Donnell Roofing ...
Stories From the Roof: Jenilee Common
In this episode of Stories from the Roof, host Megan Ellsworth is joined by Jenilee Common, the Chief Executive Officer of Leaf Home, to discuss her journey in the home improvement and roofing industries. With over 20 years of leadership experience spanning global organizations like Owens Corning and Eaton Corporation, ...
Know Your Niche
In this Contractor Outlook™, Heidi Ellsworth is joined by Eric Voyer from The Farnsworth Group to dive into the latest shifts in the building products market and their impact on contractors. Eric shares insights on how deep customer research is reshaping marketing strategies and product development for building product brands. ...
AI’s Next Chapter in Roofing
In this Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by SRS Distribution, Megan Ellsworth is joined by industry leaders to break down what artificial intelligence (AI) really means for roofing contractors and suppliers. Patrick Garcia of SRS Distribution, Fred Castonguay of Reworked.AI and Denver Riggleman of Riggleman Information and Intelligence Group (RIIG) explore how ...
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