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Wendy Marvin- RCS Influencer
Redefining success: The power of being the best, not the biggest in roofing
RCS Influencer Wendy Marvin says that roofing companies should not necessarily aspire to dominate the industry, but instead be the best in their community. In a world where the term "success" often equates to becoming a colossal entity with expansive reach, it's refreshing to consider an alternative approach — one that ...
Protecting subs and yourself with contracts
RCS Influencer Wendy Marvin says vetting your subcontractors and building language in your contract that creates a shared responsibility is key. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Wendy Marvin of Matrix Roofing and Home Solutions. You can read the interview below or watch the full ...
Getting involved with industry advocacy
RCS Influencer Wendy Marvin says advocacy is an opportunity to bring awareness and much-needed perspective to the field. To embark on your journey towards active local, state and federal involvement, start by attending local industry and affiliate events. These gatherings offer a prime opportunity to connect with legislative officials who hold ...
We hit the jackpot at IRE Day 1
We had a full day of interviews, seeing old friends and making new ones, handing out swag and rocking the roof with hospitalities! Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a conversation the Coffee Shop crew had after the first full day of the International Roofing Expo. Heidi Ellsworth: We ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® Announces 2024 Influencers for its Coffee Shop Communities
RCS Influencers celebrates its eighth year of giving back to the industries it serves. RoofersCoffeeShop, the award-winning website where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2024 Coffee Shop Influencers for RoofersCoffeeShop, MetalCoffeeShop™ and CoatingsCoffeeShop™. Each month these Influencers respond to a topic ...
Don’t Miss These Special Sessions at IRE 2024 – Day Two!
By Anna Lockhart. Mark your calendars for the must-see educational sessions being held on day two of the industry’s most anticipated and action-packed event of the year! As the largest roofing and exteriors tradeshow in North America, the International Trade Show (IRE) is the event of the year ...
WSRCA Announces New Slate of Officers and Board of Directors for 2023-2024
Meet the new slate of officers and board of directors for 2023-2024. We wanted to take a moment to announce the new slate of Officers and Board of Directors for the 2023-2024 year. Congratulations to these individuals who volunteer their time to make membership with the Western States Roofing Contractors Association ...
Ways to Sell Creatively – Setting Yourself Apart From Your Competitors
RCS Influencer Wendy Marvin says that creativity goes a long way to selling your company to a potential customer. A personalized experience leaves your customer with a good impression of you. Over the years, we’ve noticed similarities between customers that assist us in identifying what they value and therefore how to ...
7 Tips for Facing Material Management Challenges
RCS Influencer Wendy Marvin says that diversifying your suppliers and maintaining relationships is key to managing materials. Material management has certainly changed a lot in the last 5 years. On the West Coast, we’ve gone from managing 3 price increases/year, to managing 3 in the first quarter. I’m sure it’s similar ...
Top 20 Insights From Our 2022 RoofersCoffeeShop® Influencers
By Evelyn Witterholt. Our 2022 influencers gave us a lot of insight into roofing industry trends and helpful business advice. Each year, we here at RoofersCoffeeShop® (RCS) name a number of roofing professionals to be our RCS Influencers. These influencers come from all sectors of this industry, from contracting to ...
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