Torsion Talk - The Garage Door Industry Podcast

In this episode, Ryan and the technicians who participated in his recent sales training sit down to discuss what they learned during the class. Tune in for some sneak peaks on what the training entails! Find Ryan at:https://garagedooru.comhttps://aaronoverheaddoors.comhttps://suchnsuchmedia.com Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - http://sommer-usa.comSurewinder - https://surewinder.com

In this episode, Jacob Schneider joins Ryan and Tamara to discuss how he got his start in the door business and his unique plan to train technicians for success and growth within his business. Learn what the Ladder of Opportunity is and how it is helping him move technicians from apprentices all the way up to Field Supervisors and beyond. At just 22 years old, Jacob Schneider started Canadoor Garage Doors in 2011, which has grown to become a dominant player in garage doors near Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Last year, Canadoor did just under 7 million in revenue, and the company was recognized as one of Canada's fastest-growing companies in 2020. Jacob's mission is to be a family-focused, inspiring leader who creates a culture where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their careers within the company. By providing opportunities to those around him, he inspires and empowers others to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Through his leadership, Jacob is determined to continue growing Canadoor and dominate the garage door industry across Canada. Find Jacob at: http://canadoorsystems.com Find Ryan at:https://garagedooru.comhttps://aaronoverheaddoors.comhttps://suchnsuchmedia.com Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - http://sommer-usa.comSurewinder - https://surewinder.com

Join Ryan and several special guests in this episode recorded at IDA Educon 2023. Find our guests at: IDA: https://www.doors.org AE Door and Window: https://www.aedoorsales.com United Garage Door Company: https://www.unitedgaragedoor.com Haas: https://www.haasdoor.com Fawley Overhead Door, Inc: https://www.fawleydoor.com Find Ryan at:https://garagedooru.comhttps://aaronoverheaddoors.comhttps://suchnsuchmedia.com Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - http://sommer-usa.comSurewinder - https://surewinder.com

Ryan and Tamara sit down to chat with Ryan's fellow SEO old-schooler, Mark Ambrose, to discuss their tried and true tips for SEO. What still works, best practices, what you can do to improve your ranking, and more. This is a great episode if you're new to online marketing or need a refresh. Mark Ambrose is the founder and President of Battleplan Marketing, which provides digital marketing services to home services companies. Mark has over 30 experience years in sales and marketing and over a dozen of those in digital marketing. Our blog, podcast, and free training programs provide contractors with the knowledge, skills, and tools to grow a sustainable and scalable business. Find Mark at: www.battleplan-marketing.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/battleplan-marketing https://thebattleplanmarketingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Find Ryan at:https://garagedooru.comhttps://aaronoverheaddoors.comhttps://suchnsuchmedia.com Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - http://sommer-usa.comSurewinder - https://surewinder.com

In this episode, Ryan sits down to give a few updates on GDU, industry innovators, the economy, consumer sentiment and more. Tune in to hear his perspective on new door designs, steel price volatility, manufacturer spiff programs, and even the recent indictment of former President Trump. Find Ryan at:https://garagedooru.comhttps://aaronoverheaddoors.comhttps://suchnsuchmedia.com Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - http://sommer-usa.comSurewinder - https://surewinder.com

Ryan and Tamara are joined by Matt Lockemy today to discuss the bad bobs in the industry, how LSA is going downhill, their favorite industry innovations, and what doors Ryan is putting in his new house. Special shoutout to Jake Wold in this one! Matt has been in the garage door industry since he was a teenager. Being able to start his own company where he could hire and work alongside family was once just a dream. Matt is continuously finding new ways to amplify M&M to be the best that it can be. With new technology and information to be learned everyday, there’s no reason we shouldn’t continue to serve Michigan with the highest quality possible. Find Matt at: www.mandmdoor.com matt@mandmdoor.com Find Ryan at:https://garagedooru.comhttps://aaronoverheaddoors.comhttps://suchnsuchmedia.com Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - http://sommer-usa.comSurewinder - https://surewinder.com

Ryan and Tamara sit down once again with friend of the show Brian Buckalew, Vice President of Business Development for Majestic Steel USA for a discussion on data and market predictions from the steel industry.  Learn what Brian thinks the market will do in the second half of 2023, what a should-cost model is, what to expect from prices going forward, and more.Brian Buckalew has been in the steel industry since 1991, working his entire career at Majestic Steel USA.  He began as a Customer Service Representative and moved into sales in 2000, and was a Commercial Director of OEM Sales from 2015-2018.  Brian is now the VP of Business Development with Majestic with a focus on steel supply chain augmentationsMajestic Steel USA - https://majesticsteel.comFind Ryan at:https://garagedooru.comhttps://aaronoverheaddoors.comhttps://suchnsuchmedia.com Check out our sponsors!Sommer USA - http://sommer-usa.comSurewinder - https://surewinder.com

Those of you who know Ryan know how excited he is about Phantom Screens.  In this episode, he sits down with C. Esther De Wolde, CEO and co-founder of Phantom Screens, to chat about their product, their company, and more. As CEO and co-founder of Phantom Screens Esther De Wolde, CGA/CPA has nurtured and grown the corporation to become the leading brand in the retractable screen industry. Outside of her role as Chief Executive, Esther is a member of several local and global boards and a Youth Leader in her church. Being a country farm girl at heart, she loves nothing more than spending time working in her English garden. With their 2 daughters grown, she also loves golfing with her husband. Find Esther at: https://www.phantomscreens.com/ Find Ryan at: https://garagedooru.com https://aaronoverheaddoors.com https://suchnsuchmedia.com Check out our sponsors! Sommer USA - http://sommer-usa.com Surewinder - https://surewinder.com

In this episode, Ryan and Tamara are joined by Tyler Cassidy, owner of Dr Door in Lancaster, Ohio and member of Garage Door U.  We chat about how Tyler's family played a role in getting his business started,  his experience attending the Garage Door U Summit in December and much more. Tyler Cassidy is a husband, father, and entrepreneur who strives to make a difference in his community. Providing thorough garage door service and exceptional customer service through his business, Dr. Door, Tyler considers his customers to be part of his extended family. While he stays fairly busy, Tyler makes time to do the things he loves most: taekwondo, video gaming, playing music, and training for a family trip to Disney World. Find Tyler at: https://drdoorcompany.com https://www.facebook.com/drdoorcompany/ Find Ryan at: https://garagedooru.com https://aaronoverheaddoors.com https://suchnsuchmedia.com Check out our sponsors! Sommer USA - http://sommer-usa.com Surewinder - https://surewinder.com

In this episode, Ryan and Tamara catch up with Amy Luckado and Brenton Cheney about Educon.  Learn what IDA plans to do about the current legislation happening in Florida, what to expect from this year's Educon event, and what's happening to combat the spam attacks on our industry. Amy lives in Maryland and works in the IDA office located in Washington, D.C.   Brenton Cheney lives in Utah and owns multiple companies in Utah, Nevada and California with his father and Brother. Outside of work he enjoys shooting sports as well as hiking and mountaineering with friends and family.  Brenton is the current President of IDA as well as volunteering locally.   Find Brenton and Amy at: https://www.doors.org info@doors.org Find Ryan at: https://garagedooru.com https://aaronoverheaddoors.com https://suchnsuchmedia.com Check out our sponsors! Sommer USA - http://sommer-usa.com Surewinder - https://surewinder.com