In Episode 19 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah, Mike, and Angelo sit down with Reed Asher of Built Strong Exteriors to unpack his incredible journey of two decades in the roofing industry.

From navigating the ups and downs of leadership to managing a $65M sales team, Reed shares powerful lessons about resilience, personal growth, and the mindset needed to thrive.

Key highlights include:

• Reed’s pivotal moment that launched his 20-year career
• The challenges of balancing family and the grind of the roofing world
• Why putting service over sales transforms businesses and careers
• Secrets to building a team culture that creates long-term success
• The importance of staying true to your values in an evolving industry

Join the Trollz for an unfiltered conversation packed with humor, wisdom, and inspiration for anyone looking to make an impact in their work and life.

#TheRoofTrollz #BuiltStrongExteriors #RoofingPodcast #20YearsStrong #LeadershipLessons #RoofingSolutions #PodcastEpisode #IndustryInsights #Resilience

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In Episode 18 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah, Mike, and Angelo welcome the newest addition to the Roman's Roofing family, Herbie Haskins, for his podcast debut.

From his hilarious takes on roofing culture to an unexpected favorite movie reveal, this episode is packed with laughs, industry insights, and heated debates.

Key highlights include:

• Herbie's journey from making fish bait to mastering multifamily roofing
• Transitioning into the Roman's Roofing team and tackling new challenges
• The art of servicing commercial properties and landing maintenance contracts
• Debating whether Die Hard is truly a Christmas movie (spoiler: the arguments get intense!)
• A candid discussion on pushing past cheap materials and delivering real roofing solutions
• Fun movie nostalgia, guilty pleasures, and why Herbie swears by The Notebook

Join the Trollz as they explore roofing, culture, and everything in between with their signature mix of humor and authenticity.

#TheRoofTrollz #RomansRoofing #RoofingIndustry #PodcastDebut #RoofingSolutions #BusinessGrowth #DieHardDebate #RoofingCulture #HerbieHaskins #TheRoofTrollzPodcast #RoofingPodcast

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In Episode 17 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, hosts Elijah and Mike sit down with Romans Roofing's sales dynamos David Serrato and Eddie Castillo for an unfiltered conversation filled with industry insights, hilarious confessions, and genuine camaraderie.

Key highlights include:

• David and Eddie's journey from car sales and cage fighting to roofing success
• Behind-the-scenes stories of Romans Roofing's unique sales culture
• Candid discussion about social media strategy and TikTok's impact on business
• The art of staying authentic in sales while building genuine customer relationships
• Epic movie debates and Steven Seagal conspiracies
• Personal growth stories and the transition into leadership roles
• Romans Roofing's commitment to community and giving back

From sandbagging sales tactics to exotic jerky tastings, this episode perfectly captures the blend of professional expertise and entertaining personalities that make Roman's Roofing unique.

Join the Sales Squad for an authentic glimpse into the life of modern roofing professionals who aren't afraid to have fun while crushing their goals.

#TheRoofTrollz #RomansRoofing #RoofingIndustry #SalesSquad #TeamCulture #RoofingSales #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #RoofingPodcast #TheRoofTrollzPodcast

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In Episode 16 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, hosts Elijah and Jim reunite with Dante Sabel (owner of CORE Exteriors, co-founder of Roof CoLab and Illinois Roofing Institute) and Dalia Doherty (CORE Exteriors team member and co-founder of both Roof CoLab and Illinois Roofing Institute) for a laughter-filled episode mixing business insights with unfiltered industry stories.

Key highlights include:

• The evolution of CORE Exteriors and collaborative industry education
• Building the Roof CoLab and Illinois Roofing Institute platforms
• The power of local market dominance vs rapid expansion
• Real talk about competition, loyalty, and industry relationships
• Hilarious stories from Kentucky music festivals
• The legendary Menards rebate strategies
• Professional growth and transitions in the roofing industry

From Stanley Tucci comparisons to pre-workout adventures, this reunion episode showcases how industry leaders can balance serious business growth with genuine fun. Join us for an entertaining mix of roofing industry insights, honest business discussion, and plenty of laughs between old colleagues turned industry innovators.

#TheRoofTrollz #COREExteriors #RoofCoLab #IllinoisRoofingInstitute #RoofingIndustry #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #RomansRoofing #RoofingPodcast #TheRoofTrollzPodcast #ILRoofingIndustry

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In Episode 15 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, hosts Elijah and Angelo welcome Jesse Casas, owner of Bold Strength Fitness, for a raw conversation about entrepreneurship, personal transformation, and building an elite training facility from the ground up.

Key highlights include:

• Transitioning from steel mill work to launching a gym during COVID
• Building Bold Strength from a backyard setup to a 4,000-square-foot facility
• Training philosophy and creating an elite athlete development program
• Community impact through youth athletics and outreach programs
• Hosting legendary strength coach CT Fletcher and breaking personal records

The episode explores Jesse's journey from troubled beginnings to creating a transformative fitness culture that's changing lives in Northwest Indiana.

If you're into fitness, entrepreneurship, or building a stronger community, tune in to hear from an ex-steel mill worker turned elite strength coach who's changing lives through the power of fitness.

#RoofTrollz #BoldStrength #Entrepreneurship #FitnessMotivation #YouthAthletics #PersonalTraining #CommunityImpact #RomansRoofing

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In Episode 14, Roman's Roofing owners and The Roof Trollz hosts Elijah and Angelo welcome two members of their sales team, Matt Polus (Sales Manager) and Josh Muhm, for an end-of-year celebration and candid conversation.

Over craft cocktails, the owners and team members reflect on their collective journey, with Matt and Josh sharing their remarkable transitions from factory work and refinery jobs to becoming top performers at Roman's Roofing, now earning six-figure incomes. Their stories exemplify the company's commitment to developing talent and fostering growth from within.

Key highlights include:
🔶 From traditional jobs to roofing sales success stories
🔶 Inside look at Roman's Roofing's company culture
🔶 The evolution of the sales training program
🔶 Leadership development and team building insights
🔶 Vision and goals for 2025
🔶 Building lasting business relationships through loyalty

This episode offers a unique glimpse into Roman's Roofing's family-first culture, where owners and team members celebrate their shared success and growth together.

Don't miss this entertaining and insightful end-of-year special that demonstrates how strong leadership and dedicated team members create exceptional results!

#RoofingPodcast #RomansRoofing #TheRoofTrollz #SalesSuccess #CompanyCulture #BusinessGrowth #RoofingSales #CareerTransition #EndOfYear #IndianaRoofing #NWIRoofing

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In Episode 12 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, hosts Elijah and Angelo sit down with Giovionni V Braviere (aka. Gio) from Viking Public Adjusters to discuss the world of public adjusting, storm claims, and how Gio helps homeowners win against billion-dollar insurance companies.

Gio shares his journey from roofing sales to becoming a licensed public adjuster, how he tackles challenging claims, and why building trust with homeowners is key to success in this industry.

This episode dives deep into actionable insights and real-world stories from the storm restoration business, including:

• The role of public adjusters in storm claims
• How to navigate insurance roadblocks and third-party challenges
• Communication strategies to build homeowner trust
• Crazy storm damage stories and how Gio earned his “Viking” title

If you’re a roofing contractor, public adjuster, or homeowner wanting to understand the claims process, this episode is packed with value you won’t want to miss.

#RoofingPodcast #StormClaims #PublicAdjuster #TheRoofTrollz #RoofingBusiness #InsuranceIndustry #RomansRoofing

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In Episode 11 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, hosts Elijah and Mike welcome Tyler Stevens and Teddy Hoffman from Complete Contractor Group, based in Texas, to discuss why conversations are more powerful than contracts in roofing sales. Tyler and Teddy share how building genuine connections with potential customers can lead to long-term success in the competitive roofing market.

From turning a QC check into an opportunity to staying professional at the door, this episode is packed with actionable insights for roofing sales professionals.

Topics Covered Include:

• Why relationships matter more than transactions
• How to use QC checks as a sales tool
• Tips for staying professional and memorable at the door
• Turning conversations into opportunities
• The secret to building trust in a competitive market

Get ready for practical, real-world advice to elevate your roofing sales game and grow your business.

#RoofingPodcast #SalesTips #RoofingSales #TheRoofTrollz #RoofingBusiness #RomansRoofing

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