Breakout Sessions
Making Your Maintenance Program a Profit Center
Monday, Jan. 23
10:45 a.m., 1 and 2:15 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 24
1 and 2:15 p.m.
Location: Silver Lake
Presenters
Mike Jenkins, Regional Sales Manager
John Skinner, National Accounts Manager, Roof Coatings
A roof maintenance program can be a lucrative profit center for your company! Learn how to design and implement programs that work for you and the building owner. From basic cleaning services to retainer contracts that allow for scheduled service and inspections. We’ll show you what to include at each level.
Sustainable Solutions to Set You Apart
Monday, Jan. 23
10:45 a.m., 1 and 2:15 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 24
1 and 2:15 p.m.
Location: Franklin Hills
Presenters
Mitch Gilbert, Director of Continuous Improvement
Scott Bieber, Business Development Manager
Explore the latest sustainability trends in the industry and position yourself as a roofing contractor equipped to help building owners save money on energy, minimize waste, improve safety and maximizing comfort for workers and occupants. Here we’ll show you how to integrate the Duro-Last Roofing System with solar and green roof applications, as well as introduce you to our latest assembly, Duro-Life 600™, a 50-year roofing system. An industry high point in sustainable construction.
Tips & Tricks for Efficient and Quality Installations
Monday, Jan. 23
10:45 a.m., 1 and 2:15 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 24
1 and 2:15 p.m.
Location: Echo Park
Presenters
Mitch Guettler, Director of Quality Assurance
Don Garno, Custom-Fabrication Product Manager
Gary Horonzy, Training Manager
Improve the speed and quality of your next installation! Our experts demonstrate their top tips and tricks for an efficient, quality install. With decades of rooftop experience and input from some of the most successful Duro-Last® contractors, our presenters are eager to share their secrets to success!
Roof Assembly Options & Changing Codes
Monday, Jan. 23
10:45 a.m., 1 and 2:15 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 24
1 and 2:15 p.m.
Location: Los Feliz
Presenter
Al Janni, Product Testing and Code Approval Specialist
One of Duro-Last’s longest-tenured employees dives into assembly options for various roof decks. From choosing fastener options and enhancing pull outs, to the best membrane options for recover assemblies, learn what’s available to you. Our King of Codes will also present the latest in code changes including lightning protection, energy updates and parapet wrapping.
Responding to OSHA: From Inspection to Citation
Monday, Jan. 23
10:45 a.m., 1 and 2:15 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 24
1 and 2:15 p.m.
Location: Whitley Heights
Presenter
Philip J. Siegel, Partner and Shareholder, HENDRICK PHILLIPS SALZMAN & SIEGEL
Let’s walk through the process of defending against an OSHA citation, beginning with an overview of the rights for the roofing contractor and employees during the actual OSHA inspection. We will discuss the process that follows once the citation is issued, the elements OSHA needs to prove to prevail in any hearing and common defenses to OSHA citations.
Why CUSTOM Wins! Selling Duro-Last
Monday, Jan. 23
10:45 a.m., 1 and 2:15 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 24
1 and 2:15 p.m.
Location: Trousdale Estates
Presenters
Troy Jenison, Regional Sales Manager
Art Barker, Technical Rep
Charles Smith, Quality Assurance Regional Manager
From marketing, training, lead development, warranties and most importantly, roofing systems – custom wins! Duro-Last prides itself on taking a built-to-order approach that saves the contractor time and money. Learn how our custom advantage can enhance your company’s profitability and reputation.
Learn from The World’s Best Contractors! Round Table with Your Peers
Monday, Jan. 23
10:45 a.m., 1 and 2:15 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 24
1 and 2:15 p.m.
Location: Mt. Olympus
Presenter
Sam Tilmon, Regional Sales Manager
Round table with your peers in this popular breakout that provides one-on-one discussions covering hot topics such as labor, installation techniques, estimating and more. Learn how other contractors handle issues you face every day. Limited to 100 people per breakout.