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The Roofing Industry Is BROKEN — And No One’s Talking About It with Ethan Paquette

📅 April 3, 2025 ⏱️ 36:01 🎤 Lance, Ethan Paquette

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  • 0:00
    Introduction to Ethan Paquette
    Lance introduces Ethan Paquette, Regional Manager at Beacon, highlighting key discussion points for the episode.
  • 1:45
    Beacon and Contractor Partnerships
    Ethan discusses Beacon's approach to partnering with contractors, emphasizing growth mindset and mutual success.
  • 3:42
    Manufacturer-Distributor Dynamics
    The hosts discuss the complex relationships between manufacturers, distributors, and contractors, advocating for better collaboration.
  • 5:02
    Impact of Technology
    Ethan and Lance explore how technology, like CRM and ordering platforms, has transformed the roofing industry over the past 13 years.
  • 5:53
    Advice for New Contractors
    Ethan offers crucial advice for individuals considering starting their own roofing company, stressing commitment and vision.

Speakers

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Lance
Host
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Ethan Paquette
Regional Manager at Beacon

Key Takeaways

Prioritize building strong, transparent relationships with distributors and manufacturers; it's more beneficial than chasing rebates.

Actively seek training and support from your distributors for sales, production, and product knowledge; they offer resources that directly impact your P&L.

Embrace technology (CRM, accounting software, ordering platforms) to automate processes, improve efficiency, and enable scaling.

Don't be afraid to ask for help; distributors like Beacon can provide expert assistance and process optimization that can prevent bottlenecks and irrational decisions.

Foster a culture of 'all-in' commitment within your team and partnerships; everyone having 'skin in the game' is crucial for sustained growth and success.

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