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Heidi J. Ellsworth hosts this insightful podcast on behalf of CoatingsCoffeeShop where she visits with amazing coatings professionals about topics that are hot in the coatings industry. Listen to learn about the issues and topics that matter to your coatings business and to gain insights into new trends, products, solutions, technologies and more!
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Chris Huettig - Seal and Repair in any Weather
In this episode of CoatingsCast®, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Chris Huettig of KARNAK to discuss the exciting re-launch of Karna-Seal 671. This top-of-the-line silicone roof sealant from KARNAK will be re-debuted at their booth #10095 at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE). During the conversation, Chris will explore the ...
Chris Underwood & James Atkins - Primers: What you Need to Know
In this episode of CoatingsCast®, Megan Ellsworth is joined by Chris Underwood and James Atkins from UNIFLEX to dive deep into primers. Together, they explore when to use a primer in coating applications, providing valuable insights into the different formulations and their strengths. The discussion also highlights how various primers ...
Gabe Goepfert - Spray Foam from 29,000 feet
In this episode of CoatingsCast® Heidi J. Ellsworth kicks off SPFA 2025 and the CoatingsCoffeeShop soundstage sponsored by Everest Systems with Gabe Goepfert, Everest’s Vice-President of Sales and Marketing. Gabe and Heidi start things off on a high note by speaking about associations like SPFA and how they help to ...
Circular Solutions for Innovation and Sustainability
In this episode of CoatingsCast® Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Sarah Mark, Wayne Altizer, Mario Villasenor and Giovanni from Topps Products Solutions to discuss how Topps Roofing Solutions has stood the test of time as a veteran-owned, independent company. With a global footprint that stretches far and wide, Topps ...
Covering the Court: ASBA 2024
In this episode of CoatingsCast®, Karen Edwards is joined by Tom Magner from California Sport Surfaces to re-cap the recent American Sport Builders Association Technical Meeting held in Orlando, Florida. Tom and Karen tell us about the goals of ASBA and their history of industry advocacy. The meeting was full ...
Jeff Romero - Coatings are more than Chemistry
In this episode of CoatingsCast, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Jeff Romero from Progressive Materials to talk about how they help contractors arrive at the best finished product possible while using their coatings products. Jeff tells Megan why focusing on a “finished product” includes much more than complicated chemistry. He ...
Rick Murphy - The future of roofing is with specialty products
In this episode of CoatingsCast, Karen Edwards is joined by Rick Murphy from Everest Systems to talk about specialty products and how they benefit contractors. Rick lays out what a “specialty product” is and how Everest Systems is positioned to deliver quality products that provide solutions for contractors. They discuss ...
Ryan Blad - Coatings and Community: Insights from the RCMA
In this engaging episode of CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Ryan Blad, treasurer for the RCMA, live from the RCMA meeting. Ryan shares valuable insights into the evolving coatings landscape, highlighting key trends and innovations discussed at the meeting, while emphasizing the critical role of community and collaboration ...
Amanda Paterline - Exploring Textured Coatings
In this episode of CoatingsCast, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Amanda Paterline from AkzoNobel to discuss the latest advancements in textured coatings for metal roofing and sidewall applications. Discover how these innovative coatings enhance both aesthetics and performance, providing unique solutions for modern construction needs. Join us for an ...
Jeff Berzolla - Instant Leads at Your Fingertips
In this CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Jeff Berzolla, founder of Instant Roofer to talk leads and technology. Get an in-depth look at how technology is changing how roofing contractors receive customer leads and prioritize them. Lead generation is a rapidly changing beast – from Google ads to ...
Chris Huettig & Jenn Brake - Coatings in Your Corner
In this episode of CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Jenn Brake from Brake Marketing & Management and Chris Huettig, the current president of Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) to give her an update on the only industry advocacy group just for roof coatings! Jenn & Chris describe the ...
John Linnell & Gabe Goepfert - Better Roofing Through Chemistry
S1:E12 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Karen Edwards is joined by John Linnell and Gabe Goepfert from Everest Systems to discuss how the company uses chemistry and a commitment to quality to provide the best for their contractors. John shares his motivations for starting Everest Systems, using his chemistry background to ...
Timothy Klindt - Flexing Your Roofing Muscles
S1:E11 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Karen Edwards is joined by Timothy Klindt from UNIFLEX, a Sherwin Williams’ brand, to discuss the importance of pairing quality products with robust customer service to deliver the best outcome for contractors. Tim provides a description of UNIFLEX and their mission, as well as a ...
Fernando Silva - Exploring the Diverse Applications of Waterproofing
S1:E10 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Fernando Silva from Pli-Dek. Beyond roofing, Fernando highlights the diverse applications of waterproofing, from decks to basements, and discusses the advantages of liquid-applied products for their versatility and ease of application. Fernando also describes the innovative solutions and exceptional ...
Amanda Paterline and Brad Shreve - Paint Performance and Warranties for Metal Roofing
S1:E9 In this episode of CoatingsCast, host Megan Ellsworth dives into the critical aspects of paint performance and warranties for metal roofing with experts from AkzoNobel. Join us as we explore how these factors impact the longevity and aesthetics of metal roofs, offering valuable insights for homeowners and industry professionals alike. ...
Jeffrey Wells - Concrete Protection 101
S1:E8 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Karen Edwards visits with Jeffrey Wells from APF Polymer Surfaces to discuss the exciting variety of concrete flooring applications that contractors need to know about for success. Jeffrey describes the different parts of a concrete coating system and how they protect both the concrete and ...
Tom Magner - Coating Courts With Innovation
S1:E7 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Tom Magner from California Sports Surfaces to talk about this exciting and unique space for liquid-applied products. Tom lays out the unique challenges that sport surfaces manufactures face when formulating their products as well as innovations that have set California ...
Patrick Noble, Jeff Hung & Marisol Masferrer - Keeping Your Customers Front & Center
S1:E6 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Karen Edwards sits down with Patrick Noble, Jeff Hung & Marisol Masferrer from Kool Seal, a Sherwin-Williams' brand, to discuss sales and customer support in the coatings space. The Kool Seal team describes how a customer-centric culture within your sales team can support contractors and ...
John McDermott - Build Manufacturer Relationships for Success
S1:E5 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Karen Edwards is joined by John McDermott from KARNAK to talk about how contractors can satisfy their business needs by building relationships with manufacturers. John describes how contractors’ business needs may vary based on the size of their business, the type of work they do ...
Amanda Paterline - Sustainability in Coil
S1:E4 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth and Amanda Paterline, Americas Commercial Marketing Manager, Coil and Extrusion Coatings at AkzoNobel and Tessa Slagter, Sustainable Innovation Manager - Industrial Coatings at AkzoNobel, delve into the world of sustainability. They examine the critical role that coil coatings play in environmental conservation ...
Brady Kolden - Thoughts from a 30-year Coatings Veteran
S1:E4 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Karen Edwards sits down with Brady Kolden from Polyglass. Brady is a 30-year coatings veteran and discusses his unique perspective of the past and present of the coatings industry. Brady introduces us to the intricacies of liquid-applied roofing and sheds light on Polyglass, a leading ...
Anthony Martin & Kyle Infante - Building Loyal Customers
S1:E3 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Anthony Martin and Kyle Infante from APOC to talk about customer loyalty and what that means from a business perspective. Contractors want to use the best materials, but having great products is only half the battle. Kyle and Anthony share ...
Lisa Ryan - Inspirations for Company Culture
S1:E2 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets up with Lisa Ryan, who was the keynote speaker at the 2023 Roof Coating Manufacturers Association (RCMA) summer meeting. Lisa is an inspirational speaker and employee engagement expert who shared her thoughts on employee retention and gratitude during the summer meeting. She helps ...
Jan Bagnall - Perfecting and Maintaining Low-slope Roofs
S1:E1 In this episode of CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Jan Bagnall from APOC to talk about RoofSlope, an exciting addition to the APOC family of commercial roofing products. Learn how this patented, innovative solution easily solves the problem of ponding water on roofs by achieving positive roof slope on ...
Sara Jonas - The New CoatingsCoffeeShop™ Site!
In this first CoatingsCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with Sara Jonas from APOC about their partnership to launch CoatingsCoffeeShop. They chat about what prompted them to create this space specifically for contractors who use or want to use roof coatings in their business and why it will be valuable to ...
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