Mission Control

Podcast

Mike sits down with two powerhouse roofing entrepreneurs: Kris O’Connor of OConnor Contracting in Buffalo, NY, and Corey Combes of Southshore Roofing & Exteriors in Tampa, FL. Together, they share their journeys of building thriving roofing businesses from the ground up, tackling challenges, and learning valuable lessons along the way. They dive deep into navigating sales slumps, identifying traits of top-performing sales reps, and how roofing companies can effectively communicate their value to customers.

In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike sits down with Connor Rodich from Executive Partners to discuss the growing trend of mergers and acquisitions between roofing companies and private equity firms. Connor shares valuable insights on how business owners can strategically position their companies for maximum success when considering a sale to these firms.

Mike interviews Bradley Dillon of Virginia-based Dillon Roofing, a company celebrating 30 years since its founding by Bradley’s father. Bradley shares his journey from decade-long laborer to partner, emphasizing his efforts to modernize the business through CRM systems, digital roof measurements, and social media branding. The conversation explores the power of organic word-of-mouth growth and Bradley’s commitment to maintaining high-quality craftsmanship over rapid scaling.

Dylan McCabe joins Mike to discuss how he applied healthcare industry business models to create a roofing-specific buying group. They explore workplace culture, leadership, goal setting, and the power of believing in yourself when creating new opportunities in traditional industries.

In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike sits down with branding expert Dan Antonelli, the mastermind behind KickCharge Creative. Dan shares game-changing insights on why a strong brand is essential for business success and how a poor brand can cost you customers. They explore how to recognize the perfect time to rebrand, tackle common fears about the process, and expose the biggest branding mistakes businesses make.

Mike interviews Ben Morrow of Roof Tiger about building a successful roofing company. They discuss how branding, standing out, and word of mouth can help grow your roofing business. Ben and Mike share their top 5 best actions a roofing company could take to start their business off right.

Mike interviews Caleb Oberg of Oberg Roofing about his journey to building a successful roofing business. Caleb shares the ups and downs of starting his company and reveals his top marketing strategy that helped him achieve massive success.

Mike Stearns welcomes Vince Perri, founder of Elite Resolutions and seasoned public claims adjuster, to discuss evolving challenges in the roofing and insurance claims industries. They cover tightened regulations, insurance company tactics, balancing storm restoration with retail jobs, and building sustainable business models. The conversation highlights the importance of social media branding, mentorship, and innovative sales and marketing strategies for roofing contractors.

Heather Hitchcock shares her journey from gym owner and top MLM performer to growing Royal Roofing into a successful company. She discusses her mission, mistakes, and growth while diving into how she applies MLM business strategies to the roofing industry and the importance of connecting with like-minded industry leaders.

In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, Mike chats with Dustin Van Orman of Any Hour Group & Services. Dustin shares how they scaled their business from $2 million to $500 million through visionary leadership and strategic direction. He dives into what truly defines an effective leader and opens up about the challenges of venturing into mergers and acquisitions, revealing hard-earned lessons and triumphs along the way.

Mike sits down with Eli Pacini, president of Melo Roofing in Syracuse, NY, and a proud veteran. Eli shares his journey of building Melo Roofing from the ground up, the lessons learned in managing a growing team, and the toughest challenges he’s faced along the way. They explore whether it’s better for your company to stand out or to excel at something specific, and debate what’s truly easier—achieving 10x growth or doubling your success.

Host Mike interviews Eric Reno, founder of Paramount Roofing, who shares his inspiring journey from trailer park beginnings to successful entrepreneur. Eric discusses overcoming obstacles, building relationships, and the importance of seizing opportunities in business. The conversation covers business growth challenges, investment strategies, and Eric’s mission to inspire others.