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Floodlight Consulting Group, LLC
Want to grow your business, change lives and leave behind a legacy you can be proud of? Join us as we discuss the strategies and actionable-concepts that will equip you and your teams to do just that. You can expect weekly episodes ranging from guest focused interviews to tactical strategy sessions all focused on giving our listeners the tools they need to push the limits. https://www.floodlightgrp.com
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Aug 22, 2025 • 46min
Ep 181 - "Printing the Future: 3D Homes, Restoration, and What’s Coming Next"
What’s up, friends! This week Brandon and I are coming to you from our brand-new HHB studio: vaulted ceilings, windows to the world, and a backdrop so good it deserves a tattoo. And for our first show in this space, we went big.
We sat down with David Gonzalez and Mark Mushlitz from K4K Construction, guys who are pioneering 3D printed concrete homes. Yes, literally printing houses.
This isn’t sci-fi anymore. It’s happening now, and it has massive implications for construction, restoration, and how we think about the homes we live in.
Thanks for listening, Chris
Why You Should Listen:
[00:04:41] 3D Printed Homes Explained – How concrete is layered to build faster, stronger walls.
[00:06:56] Early Adoption – Texas leads the way with hundreds of 3D printed homes.
[00:09:03] Economics – High upfront costs, but major labor and waste savings.
[00:13:10] Speed – Walls in days, not months.
[00:15:01] Commercial Use – Walmart already testing large-scale builds.
[00:20:08] Design Freedom – Curves, arcs, and finishes beyond square boxes.
[00:23:44] Durability – Fire, water, and pest resistance with better insulation.
[00:32:04] Restoration Impact – Resilient rebuilds that ease client trauma.
[00:39:16] AI + 3D Printing – Smarter programming, faster adoption.
[00:43:36] Next Generation – Why trades and future builders should pay attention now.
Did you know...
Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%.
Business Health & Value Assessment
Start Assessment Know Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps.
Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes:
A Lite Valuation Of Your Business
Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry
Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology
Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You
Value Acceleration Strategies
Spotlight on Floodlight: Your Secret Weapon for Sales & Scaling
This isn’t a paid plug. It’s real talk from the front lines. If you’ve ever thought, “How do I get a VP-level sales leader or even a sales team without hiring full-time?” Floodlight has the answer.
Fractional Sales Leadership
They act as your outsourced VP of Sales, taking full responsibility for training, managing, and growing your sales team. No six-figure hire needed.
Clients often close 20 to 50 percent more deals within six months, thanks to data-driven coaching, CRM setup, scripts, and performance reviews.More at floodlightgrp.com/sales
Commercial Sales MasterCourse
A self-paced, video-driven B2B sales course designed specifically for restoration teams. Perfect for building commercial revenue and getting free from TPA handcuffs.
Covers mindset, prospecting, pipeline building, LinkedIn lead generation, and includes a $250 discount with code SALESBOOST.Details at floodlightgrp.com/courses
Tailored Consulting & Coaching
Floodlight’s Propel Your Business methodology offers a full-circle roadmap: financials, sales, marketing, leadership, recruiting, productivity. All built for contractors.
These aren’t “life coaches.” They’re former restoration owners who’ve lived the chaos and know how to scale out of it.Explore more at floodlightgrp.com
Live Training, Tools & Strategic Partnerships
Floodlight also delivers live onsite and virtual training, keynote speaking, and leadership tracks covering operations, project management, and strategic growth.
Bonus: They’ve vetted tools like Xcelerate, Liftify, and Sureti. Floodlight clients get access to exclusive discounts on tech that actually moves the needle.See all partnerships at floodlightgrp.com/partners
Why it matters for you as a listener
You don’t need to figure this stuff out alone.
If you’re serious about sales growth, operational clarity, exit readiness, or leadership development, Floodlight is already helping folks like you scale smarter.
And you get it from industry insiders. People who’ve sat in your chair, survived the fires, and built systems that actually work.

Aug 12, 2025 • 1h 3min
Ep 180 - "Growing Revenue, With AI With Nick D'Urbano"
Nick D'Urbano, CRO and co-founder of Distance, brings a wealth of experience from e-commerce to transforming service industries with AI. He shares insights on how to fix revenue leaks in call intake processes and highlights the significance of AI in capturing leads effectively. The conversation dives into AI's evolution in customer service, emphasizing human-like interactions and proactive engagement strategies. D'Urbano also discusses using AI across multiple channels to truly connect with customers, enhancing their experience and boosting revenue.

Jul 24, 2025 • 48min
Ep 179 - "The Second Half"
If you're mid-career and wondering why the grind feels heavier, or you're trying to make peace with a shift in your role - this one’s for you.
I finally understood what was really happening in my brain. That realization gave me clarity, and confidence. [00:05:27]
Crystallized vs. fluid intelligence: Once you know which one you’re operating from, you stop competing with 25-year-olds. [00:07:02]
The “definition of done” lens changed how I lead younger, faster thinkers, and freed up my bandwidth. [00:11:27]
John Eldredge’s 6 stages of manhood helped me figure out what stage I skipped... and how I went back to reclaim it. [00:22:05]
I no longer need the applause. That’s when I realized it’s time to share the stage, not dominate it. [00:44:18]
-Thanks for listening, Chris and Brandon
Did you know...
Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%.
Business Health & Value Assessment
Start Assessment Know Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps.
Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes:
A Lite Valuation Of Your Business
Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry
Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology
Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You
Value Acceleration Strategies
Spotlight on Floodlight: Your Secret Weapon for Sales & Scaling
This isn’t a paid plug. It’s real talk from the front lines. If you’ve ever thought, “How do I get a VP-level sales leader or even a sales team without hiring full-time?” Floodlight has the answer.
Fractional Sales Leadership
They act as your outsourced VP of Sales, taking full responsibility for training, managing, and growing your sales team. No six-figure hire needed.
Clients often close 20 to 50 percent more deals within six months, thanks to data-driven coaching, CRM setup, scripts, and performance reviews.More at floodlightgrp.com/sales
Commercial Sales MasterCourse
A self-paced, video-driven B2B sales course designed specifically for restoration teams. Perfect for building commercial revenue and getting free from TPA handcuffs.
Covers mindset, prospecting, pipeline building, LinkedIn lead generation, and includes a $250 discount with code SALESBOOST.Details at floodlightgrp.com/courses
Tailored Consulting & Coaching
Floodlight’s Propel Your Business methodology offers a full-circle roadmap: financials, sales, marketing, leadership, recruiting, productivity. All built for contractors.
These aren’t “life coaches.” They’re former restoration owners who’ve lived the chaos and know how to scale out of it.Explore more at floodlightgrp.com
Live Training, Tools & Strategic Partnerships
Floodlight also delivers live onsite and virtual training, keynote speaking, and leadership tracks covering operations, project management, and strategic growth.
Bonus: They’ve vetted tools like Xcelerate, Liftify, and Sureti. Floodlight clients get access to exclusive discounts on tech that actually moves the needle.See all partnerships at floodlightgrp.com/partners
Why it matters for you as a listener
You don’t need to figure this stuff out alone.
If you’re serious about sales growth, operational clarity, exit readiness, or leadership development, Floodlight is already helping folks like you scale smarter.
And you get it from industry insiders. People who’ve sat in your chair, survived the fires, and built systems that actually work.

Jul 16, 2025 • 1h 2min
Ep 178 - "Wisdom from a Run of Acquisitions, with Jeff Moore"
Ever wonder what it really takes to build an M&A machine inside the restoration world? This week, we sit down with Jeff Moore, the guy leading the charge at ATI Restoration, to get into the weeds on what he’s learned after buying 40+ companies in five short years.
We dig into:
Why culture eats EBITDA for breakfast 44:00
The million-dollar HR screwup that still makes Jeff cringe 08:25
Why earnouts suck (his words, not ours) 10:55
How misjudging people can cost you a hell of a lot more than money 33:41
What most folks misunderstand about ATI (and big players in general) 49:18
Why PE-backed rollups fail—and what separates a win from a write-off 40:52
It’s not just M&A talk—this is about identity, reputation, trust, and straight-up hard-won leadership scars.
thanks for listening, Chris and Brandon
Did you know...
Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%.
Business Health & Value Assessment
Start Assessment Know Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps.
Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes:
A Lite Valuation Of Your Business
Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry
Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology
Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You
Value Acceleration Strategies
Spotlight on Floodlight: Your Secret Weapon for Sales & Scaling
This isn’t a paid plug. It’s real talk from the front lines. If you’ve ever thought, “How do I get a VP-level sales leader or even a sales team without hiring full-time?” Floodlight has the answer.
Fractional Sales Leadership
They act as your outsourced VP of Sales, taking full responsibility for training, managing, and growing your sales team. No six-figure hire needed.
Clients often close 20 to 50 percent more deals within six months, thanks to data-driven coaching, CRM setup, scripts, and performance reviews. More at floodlightgrp.com/sales
Commercial Sales MasterCourse
A self-paced, video-driven B2B sales course designed specifically for restoration teams. Perfect for building commercial revenue and getting free from TPA handcuffs.
Covers mindset, prospecting, pipeline building, LinkedIn lead generation, and includes a $250 discount with code SALESBOOST. Details at floodlightgrp.com/courses
Tailored Consulting & Coaching
Floodlight’s Propel Your Business methodology offers a full-circle roadmap: financials, sales, marketing, leadership, recruiting, productivity. All built for contractors.
These aren’t “life coaches.” They’re former restoration owners who’ve lived the chaos and know how to scale out of it. Explore more at floodlightgrp.com
Live Training, Tools & Strategic Partnerships
Floodlight also delivers live onsite and virtual training, keynote speaking, and leadership tracks covering operations, project management, and strategic growth.
Bonus: They’ve vetted tools like Xcelerate, Liftify, and Sureti. Floodlight clients get access to exclusive discounts on tech that actually moves the needle. See all partnerships at floodlightgrp.com/partners
Why it matters for you as a listener
You don’t need to figure this stuff out alone.
If you’re serious about sales growth, operational clarity, exit readiness, or leadership development, Floodlight is already helping folks like you scale smarter.
And you get it from industry insiders. People who’ve sat in your chair, survived the fires, and built systems that actually work.

Jul 11, 2025 • 1h 9min
Ep 177 - "Revenue Is Down? With Aaron Brunko and David"
In this episode, we get into the weeds with David Obert and Aaron Brunko to figure out what’s actually driving the dip in claim volume, and what it means for us on the ground.
Spoiler: It’s not just the weather.
We break down six key contributors, from deductible creep to increased competition, and dig into how AI, estimating, and people power are reshaping the game.
Check it out: [00:08:00] Why claim volume feels low, and what the data really says [00:14:00] The impact of at-home workforces and tech-driven loss prevention [00:19:30] New players, new pressure: PE-backed firms and claim share [00:31:00] How centralized estimating is shifting the role of the estimator [00:49:00] AI, automation, and the next 18-36 months in scope writing [01:02:00] What contractors should focus on right now (hint: people)
Big takeaway: This isn’t a time to coast, it’s a time to compete. How we make clients feel matters more than ever. Invest in your people. Dial in your process. Use tech to amplify, not replace.
thanks for listening,
Brandon and Chris
Thank you sponsors!
Liftify is for restorers who are looking to accelerate their online reviews. Consistent and fresh Google Reviews are critical to growing your online presence and establishing trust with your brand. Don’t leave it to chance; partner with Liftify and let them capture the feedback your team has earned.
https://www.liftify.com/floodlight
AnswerForce transforms the restoration industry by providing round-the-clock answering solutions. Their skilled team ensures no call goes unanswered, capturing and qualifying leads, scheduling appointments, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Benefit from industry expertise, scalability, and customized scripting while saving costs compared to in-house solutions. With AnswerForce, your business growth potential becomes limitless.
https://www.answerforce.com/floodlight
C&R Magazine is the industry’s oldest and longest-running media outlet. The team brings restorers all the current news, developments, education and resources that impact our business and the teams we lead. From print media to podcasts, C&R ensures the industry news you need is accessible from anywhere.
https://candrmagazine.com
Actionable Insights. The Actionable Xactimate Profile by Actionable Insights offers live guidance for more accurate and complete estimates in Xactimate, preventing costly errors and improving your team's workflow. It's an essential upgrade for enhanced estimating accuracy and efficiency.
https://getinsights.org/floodlight
Did you know...
Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%.
Business Health & Value Assessment
Start Assessment Know Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps.
Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes:
A Lite Valuation Of Your Business
Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry
Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology
Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You
Value Acceleration Strategies

Jul 1, 2025 • 1h 26min
Ep 176 - "Start With The Future In Mind, With Sadiq Isu"
Some people build their businesses one fire at a time. Sadiq Isu builds with the end in mind, and it shows.
Brandon and I sat down with Sadiq to talk about what it looks like to lead with clarity. He’s an immigrant who bought, built, and sold restoration companies, and did it on purpose. No scramble, no guesswork. Just steady, strategic growth with people and legacy at the core.
This isn’t theory. It’s what happens when you trade short-term wins for long-term impact.
Why You Should Listen:
[08:22] From night shift to ownership, Sadiq’s first few years in the U.S.
[16:41] Why he builds every company from the exit backward
[24:12] How he 2–3x’d his company’s value before selling
[26:00] The one trait that makes a partnership work
[33:44] Faith, family, and values, not just talk, but operational strategy
[40:35] What restoration leaders are missing, and how to course-correct
[49:01] How to build a company that reflects who you are, not just what you do
If you're building something to last, this one’s worth a listen.
-Chris
Thank you sponsors!
Liftify is for restorers who are looking to accelerate their online reviews. Consistent and fresh Google Reviews are critical to growing your online presence and establishing trust with your brand. Don’t leave it to chance; partner with Liftify and let them capture the feedback your team has earned.
https://www.liftify.com/floodlight
AnswerForce transforms the restoration industry by providing round-the-clock answering solutions. Their skilled team ensures no call goes unanswered, capturing and qualifying leads, scheduling appointments, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Benefit from industry expertise, scalability, and customized scripting while saving costs compared to in-house solutions. With AnswerForce, your business growth potential becomes limitless.
https://www.answerforce.com/floodlight
C&R Magazine is the industry’s oldest and longest-running media outlet. The team brings restorers all the current news, developments, education and resources that impact our business and the teams we lead. From print media to podcasts, C&R ensures the industry news you need is accessible from anywhere.
https://candrmagazine.com
Actionable Insights. The Actionable Xactimate Profile by Actionable Insights offers live guidance for more accurate and complete estimates in Xactimate, preventing costly errors and improving your team's workflow. It's an essential upgrade for enhanced estimating accuracy and efficiency.
https://getinsights.org/floodlight
Did you know...
Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%.
Business Health & Value Assessment
Start Assessment Know Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps.
Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes:
A Lite Valuation Of Your Business
Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry
Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology
Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You
Value Acceleration Strategies

Jun 24, 2025 • 57min
Ep 175 - "Post Father's Day Reflections"
The Father, the Builder, the Balance - This one's personal. Chris and I sat down to talk about the real stuff behind building a business, being husbands, dads, friends—while staying ambitious. If you're in that tension too, you'll feel seen in this one.
Why You Should Listen:
[04:47] Building can cost more than you think, especially at home.
[06:10] Chris opens up about losing his dad and the emotional wreckage that followed.
[16:32] What does it mean to live like a Renaissance man?
[35:57] You don’t have to carry the whole business to win big.
[44:44] “Are you ready to not matter to your business?” The exit nobody prepares for.
[54:13] If you’re a dad or a son, this is your call to lean in.
No business strategy here, just two guys wrestling with what really matters.
-Brandon
Thank you sponsors!
Liftify is for restorers who are looking to accelerate their online reviews. Consistent and fresh Google Reviews are critical to growing your online presence and establishing trust with your brand. Don’t leave it to chance; partner with Liftify and let them capture the feedback your team has earned.
https://www.liftify.com/floodlight
AnswerForce transforms the restoration industry by providing round-the-clock answering solutions. Their skilled team ensures no call goes unanswered, capturing and qualifying leads, scheduling appointments, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Benefit from industry expertise, scalability, and customized scripting while saving costs compared to in-house solutions. With AnswerForce, your business growth potential becomes limitless.
https://www.answerforce.com/floodlight
C&R Magazine is the industry’s oldest and longest-running media outlet. The team brings restorers all the current news, developments, education and resources that impact our business and the teams we lead. From print media to podcasts, C&R ensures the industry news you need is accessible from anywhere.
https://candrmagazine.com
Actionable Insights. The Actionable Xactimate Profile by Actionable Insights offers live guidance for more accurate and complete estimates in Xactimate, preventing costly errors and improving your team's workflow. It's an essential upgrade for enhanced estimating accuracy and efficiency.
https://getinsights.org/floodlight
Did you know...
Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%.
Business Health & Value Assessment
Start AssessmentKnow Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps.
Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes:
A Lite Valuation Of Your Business
Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry
Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology
Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You
Value Acceleration Strategies

May 27, 2025 • 1h 17min
Ep 174 - "Dealing With A Downturn"
Look—most of us in this industry have lived through tough stretches. When claim volume dries up or margins get squeezed, the gut reaction is to cut, freeze, survive. But Brandon and I are asking a better question: What if this slowdown is the wake-up call your business needed?
This conversation is all about what to do now and how to build a company that thrives tomorrow. We're not peddling theory—we’re sharing the stuff we’ve seen work, and what we’re doing ourselves.
Why you should listen:
[08:29] Why the “gravy train” of program work is over—and what replaces it.
[13:20] How to trim cost without cutting muscle: smart spend vs. emotional spend.
[20:16] A full-time estimator for $1,400/month? Why offshore labor isn’t just for tech startups.
[27:23] The #1 reason VAs and fractional hires fail—and how to fix it.
[32:16] Still using mid-level PMs to babysit losses? There’s a better way.
[46:26] In-house trades vs. subs: what costs you more when things slow down?
[51:42] Fractional leadership: when to stop hiring full-time and start hiring smarter.
[58:05] AI isn’t replacing your team—but it might replace your excuses.
[63:52] Is your tradeshow spend actually doing anything? How to rethink it.
[70:23] Want to fix a $500K revenue problem? Here's how to sell your way out.
You’re not stuck. But you might need a new playbook.
—Chris
Thank you sponsors!
Liftify is for restorers who are looking to accelerate their online reviews. Consistent and fresh Google Reviews are critical to growing your online presence and establishing trust with your brand. Don’t leave it to chance; partner with Liftify and let them capture the feedback your team has earned.
https://www.liftify.com/floodlight
AnswerForce transforms the restoration industry by providing round-the-clock answering solutions. Their skilled team ensures no call goes unanswered, capturing and qualifying leads, scheduling appointments, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Benefit from industry expertise, scalability, and customized scripting while saving costs compared to in-house solutions. With AnswerForce, your business growth potential becomes limitless.
https://www.answerforce.com/floodlight
C&R Magazine is the industry’s oldest and longest-running media outlet. The team brings restorers all the current news, developments, education and resources that impact our business and the teams we lead. From print media to podcasts, C&R ensures the industry news you need is accessible from anywhere.
https://candrmagazine.com
Actionable Insights. The Actionable Xactimate Profile by Actionable Insights offers live guidance for more accurate and complete estimates in Xactimate, preventing costly errors and improving your team's workflow. It's an essential upgrade for enhanced estimating accuracy and efficiency.
https://getinsights.org/floodlight
Did you know...
Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%.
Business Health & Value Assessment
Start AssessmentKnow Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps.
Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes:
A Lite Valuation Of Your Business
Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry
Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology
Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You
Value Acceleration Strategies

May 20, 2025 • 1h 2min
Ep 173 - "Breaking Bad Financial Habits With Backbone CFO"
Brandon here. Look — I get it. Financial episodes don’t usually light people’s hair on fire. But this one? This one’s different. Chris and I sat down with Jim Emerich and Melissa Zinni from Backbone CFO — and I walked away with real answers to questions I’ve been wrestling with in my own business.
This convo was way more than spreadsheets and P&Ls. We got into the real mindset traps that keep us stuck — and the strategic moves that can unlock margin and cash flow.
Why you should listen:
(34:42) Why business owners freeze — and how to break through indecision.
(41:42) Controller vs. CFO — know the difference, save your business.
(13:40) Expanding locations? Avoid the cash flow sucker punch.
(47:43) What 20% profit actually looks like — and how to get there.
(57:52) How one company saved $50K by ditching a bloated setup.
(51:15) Self-insurance and group captives — the financial hacks nobody’s using.
This one’s loaded with takeaways. If you're trying to scale smart and stop leaving money on the table, don't skip it.
Thank you sponsors!
Liftify is for restorers who are looking to accelerate their online reviews. Consistent and fresh Google Reviews are critical to growing your online presence and establishing trust with your brand. Don’t leave it to chance; partner with Liftify and let them capture the feedback your team has earned.
https://www.liftify.com/floodlight
AnswerForce transforms the restoration industry by providing round-the-clock answering solutions. Their skilled team ensures no call goes unanswered, capturing and qualifying leads, scheduling appointments, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Benefit from industry expertise, scalability, and customized scripting while saving costs compared to in-house solutions. With AnswerForce, your business growth potential becomes limitless.
https://www.answerforce.com/floodlight
C&R Magazine is the industry’s oldest and longest-running media outlet. The team brings restorers all the current news, developments, education and resources that impact our business and the teams we lead. From print media to podcasts, C&R ensures the industry news you need is accessible from anywhere.
https://candrmagazine.com
Actionable Insights. The Actionable Xactimate Profile by Actionable Insights offers live guidance for more accurate and complete estimates in Xactimate, preventing costly errors and improving your team's workflow. It's an essential upgrade for enhanced estimating accuracy and efficiency.
https://getinsights.org/floodlight
Did you know...
Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%.
Business Health & Value Assessment
Start AssessmentKnow Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps.
Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes:
A Lite Valuation Of Your Business
Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry
Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology
Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You
Value Acceleration Strategies

May 6, 2025 • 56min
Ep 172 - "The Family Business, With Holden Looper"
Hey friends, Brandon here. This one hit different. Chris and I sat down with Holden Looper, CEO of Blue Shield Environmental and second-gen leader in the Southeast Restoration family. Still in his 20s, Holden’s already building something of his own — with a foundation of grit, integrity, and values that run deep in his family’s business.
We talked legacy, leadership, and how to do family business in a way that actually works. If you're navigating the generational handoff or raising kids in the business, this episode is a blueprint for how to do it with intention.
[00:04:00] – Thrown Into the Fire (Literally)
[00:13:00] – Transparency at Home
[00:41:45] – Launching Blue Shield Environmental
[00:51:24] – Advice for Family Businesses
Thank you sponsors!
Liftify is for restorers who are looking to accelerate their online reviews. Consistent and fresh Google Reviews are critical to growing your online presence and establishing trust with your brand. Don’t leave it to chance; partner with Liftify and let them capture the feedback your team has earned.
https://www.liftify.com/floodlight
AnswerForce transforms the restoration industry by providing round-the-clock answering solutions. Their skilled team ensures no call goes unanswered, capturing and qualifying leads, scheduling appointments, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Benefit from industry expertise, scalability, and customized scripting while saving costs compared to in-house solutions. With AnswerForce, your business growth potential becomes limitless.
https://www.answerforce.com/floodlight
C&R Magazine is the industry’s oldest and longest-running media outlet. The team brings restorers all the current news, developments, education and resources that impact our business and the teams we lead. From print media to podcasts, C&R ensures the industry news you need is accessible from anywhere.
https://candrmagazine.com
Actionable Insights. The Actionable Xactimate Profile by Actionable Insights offers live guidance for more accurate and complete estimates in Xactimate, preventing costly errors and improving your team's workflow. It's an essential upgrade for enhanced estimating accuracy and efficiency.
https://getinsights.org/floodlight
Did you know...
Only 30% of businesses listed for sale actually find a buyer? Even more striking, just 10% of those sell for the price their owners anticipated or higher, meaning only 3% of all business owners achieve their desired sale price. By focusing on understanding and enhancing your enterprise value, you can significantly boost your chances of joining that successful 3%.
Business Health & Value Assessment
Start AssessmentKnow Your Enterprise Value. See Your Potential Gaps.
Complete this assessment in less than 15 minutes and receive a free assessment for your business that includes:
A Lite Valuation Of Your Business
Your Value Multiplier Per Your Industry
Health Assessment Per Our PYB Methodology
Business Value & Growth Roadmap Tailored For You
Value Acceleration Strategies