Brad Montgomery
Master of Ceremonies
Brad Montgomery
Master of Ceremonies
Brad, a Brown University grad, is a Certified Speaking Professional — the highest earned designation from the National Speakers Association. He is also a member of the Speakers Hall of Fame, an elite group of 150 inductees worldwide.
Brad has captivated audiences across all 50 states and four continents. His clientele boasts major names like Microsoft, Verizon, the FBI, the CIA, and the IRS (where he cleverly withheld 30% of his best ideas).
Sessions: The Undeniable, Jaw-Dropping Power of Encouragement
Steve McClatchy
Bestselling author of Decide: Work Smarter, Reduce Your Stress & Lead by Example
Steve McClatchy
Bestselling author of Decide: Work Smarter, Reduce Your Stress & Lead by Example
Steve McClatchy is a keynote speaker and New York Times bestselling author of Decide: Work Smarter, Reduce Your Stress & Lead by Example, published in 11 languages.
For over 20 years, he’s brought a dynamic blend of insight, humor, and practical strategies to organizations like Google, Disney, Microsoft, and teams across the NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB. Steve is a regular speaker at top business schools including Harvard and Wharton, and has appeared on CNBC, Fox News, and The Today Show. His next book, Leading Relationships, launches February 2025.
John Jantsch
Founder and President of Duct Tape Marketing
John Jantsch
Founder and President of Duct Tape Marketing
John Jantsch is a marketing consultant, speaker, and author of 7 books on marketing and business, including Duct Tape Marketing and The Ultimate Marketing Engine. He is also the founder of the Duct Tape Marketing Agency Certification Intensive, which trains and licenses agency owners and fractional CMOs to use the Duct Tape Methodology.
Session: 7 Marketing Shifts Remodeling Contractors Need to Make Now
Rick Strachan
President, Building Results, LLC
Rick Strachan
President, Building Results, LLC
Rick Strachan has spent over four decades with media, data, and event firms serving the remodeling and construction industry. He spent nearly 30 years as Group President and Publisher at Hanley Wood, overseeing several media groups and serving as liaison to key industry associations.
He now works with Informa Markets Construction Events, including JLC Live, Build Show Live, and World of Concrete. Rick serves on Harvard’s Remodeling Futures Steering Committee, is a past Executive Committee member of HIRI, and received NARI’s President’s Award.
He also facilitates the MasterMind Roundtable, a peer group of firms serving the construction industry and other sectors.
Session: Remodeling Market Outlook: Sage Observations From Four Decades Serving the Remodeling Industry
Mark Harari
Vice President, Remodelers Advantage
Mark Harari
Vice President, Remodelers Advantage
Mark Harari is an award-winning marketer and the best-selling author of Lobster on a Cheese Plate.
His pioneering work in developing targeted audience acquisition strategies has influenced industry best practices.
He is the recipient of numerous marketing awards in many categories, including video, web design, print advertising, and copywriting. They include three prestigious Muse Creative awards, an IAC award, three AVA Digital awards, and two MarCom International awards.
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Victoria Downing
President, Remodelers Advantage
Victoria Downing
President, Remodelers Advantage
Victoria Downing is a respected leader known for her deep expertise and commitment to the success of remodelers nationwide.
She is a speaker at industry conferences and workshops where she shares insights on business management,
leadership, and strategic growth.
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Michael Anschel
Owner, OA Design+Build+Architecture
Michael Anschel
Owner, OA Design+Build+Architecture
Michael, a nationally recognized expert on resilient design, remodeling and building, writes, trains, and speaks for various publications and events around the world. His building assemblies have been published in numerous publications including the US Department of Energy.
He is the owner of OA Design+Build+Architecture an award winning nationally celebrated design build and architecture firm (with 30 years in business), and CEO of Verified Green Inc. which consults with Local Government, product manufacturers, suppliers, builders, and architects on Green building.
His lectures and articles in recent years on technology, generative Ai, Business intelligence and creating frictionless consumer experiences have been enthusiastically received by audiences including the WSJ.
Wes Crocket
General Manager / Co-Owner, Mahogany Builders
Wes Crocket
General Manager / Co-Owner, Mahogany Builders
Wesley Crocket, co-owner of Mahogany Builders and a master's graduate in organizational psychology, explores the psychology behind high-cost decisions and what drives clients to commit to major remodels; blending real-world experience with behavioral insight.
Session: A Blueprint for Leadership: Influence, Discipline, and Daily Habits
Greg Woleck
Senior Consultant, Remodelers Advantage
Greg Woleck
Senior Consultant, Remodelers Advantage
Production Consultant, Greg Woleck transforms companies through his wealth of experience in key production areas such as project management, scheduling, estimating, time management, and the development of site leaders and managers.
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Steve Wheeler
Executive Director of Roundtables, Remodelers Advantage
Steve Wheeler
Executive Director of Roundtables, Remodelers Advantage
As Executive Director of Roundtables, Steve is ultimately responsible for ensuring our members have an amazing Roundtables experience that will help them reach their financial and personal goals. Prior to joining R/A, Steve spent 12 years as a remodeling business owner in nearby Delaware. In addition, Steve is Co-host of The Tim Faller Show, a weekly podcast focused on “Improving The Bottom Line Through Production Training…”
Session: The Why We Build Podcast, Live!
Dale Nikula
Business Coach, Remodelers Advantage
Dale Nikula
Business Coach, Remodelers Advantage
Dale got his start in construction framing houses during college breaks. After an early business failure, he worked as a carpenter for a local builder who, upon retiring, handed Dale his upcoming projects.
That opportunity became the foundation for Encore Construction—a Design/Build firm that grew to two locations, a full-service kitchen & bath division, and $7 million in annual revenue.
In 2021, Dale sold the company to his longtime General Manager.
Session: Profit On Purpose: The Six Systems That Changed My Business
Doug Howard
Senior Consultant, Remodelers Advantage
Doug Howard
Senior Consultant, Remodelers Advantage
Doug Howard is an experienced Leader, entrepreneur and business consultant with over 25 years of success in leading organizations, starting new companies and assisting client businesses as they start-up, grow or transition.
Throughout his career Doug has served in leadership in for-profit, non-profit and government organizations. A graduate of the Wharton School of Business, Doug now specializes in helping remodeling company owners develop strategic plans, streamline processes, improve profitability, and navigate growth.
Jared Thayer
Owner, Thayer Design Build
Jared Thayer
Owner, Thayer Design Build
Jared is the co-founder and president of Thayer Design Build, a leading home remodeling company based in Corvallis, Oregon.
Now in its 11th year, Jared joined Remodelers Advantage University in 2017 and became a Roundtables member in 2019. He leads sales and has built a strong, supportive team that drives the rest of the business forward.
In 2023, Jared was named one of Pro Remodeler’s 40 Under 40, a finalist for the Remodelers Advantage Impact Award, and a finalist for the Fred Case Remodeling Entrepreneur of the Year Award. In 2024, he was recognized as the Corvallis Chamber's Business Person of the Year.
Outside of work, Jared is a proud father of three boys and passionate about leadership, community, and building a company rooted in his values.
Sessions: Push the Flywheel: How Steady Effort Builds a Great Business
David Hercules
Owner, Hercules Design Build
David Hercules
Owner, Hercules Design Build
David Hercules is the Owner of Hercules Design Build, an award winning full service remodeling company based in St. Louis, MO. He has a degree in Interior Architecture and has owned several businesses since college. David has owned HDB since 2007 and been a member of Roundtables since 2020.
Session: Success Requires Embracing Failure
Heather & Phill Oddo
COO & CEO, Closer Look General Contracting
Heather & Phill Oddo
COO & CEO, Closer Look General Contracting
Phill and Heather own & operate Closer Look, a design-build remodeling firm near Raleigh, NC. As visionary and integrator, they co-lead with a focus on benevolence, collaboration, tenacity, and guiding clients on their unique path toward their ideal home remodels.
Peg Buehrle
Senior Consultant, Remodelers Advantage
Peg Buehrle
Senior Consultant, Remodelers Advantage
Peg is a business & executive coach, author and speaker. She spent 20 years in the radio industry managing large teams of sales professionals.
Peg is a graduate of The Ohio State University. She works out daily, enjoys cycling with her husband, walking her dogs, and spending time with her daughters.
Dave Henderer
Owner, Henderer Design + Build + Remodel
Dave Henderer
Owner, Henderer Design + Build + Remodel
Dave Henderer has been involved in the building trades from a young age, learning everything from foundation to finish, developing a passion for the trades.
He started his company, along w/ his father & one brother in 1994. He initially joined RA in 1994.
Sessions: Ask Anything
Bill Cowdin
Owner, Cowdin Design Build
Bill Cowdin
Owner, Cowdin Design Build
With 25+ years in residential remodeling, Bill and his team blend creative design with construction expertise.
He's passionate about guiding clients through complex projects with clear communication, realistic timelines, and a focus on quality, integrity, and an exceptional homeowner experience.
Session: Ask Anything
Debora Blankman
Operations Director, Fine Custom Construction
Debora Blankman
Operations Director, Fine Custom Construction
From an early age Debora worked in her family's business, later she earned a nursing degree from the U of U.
After nine years in healthcare, she transitioned to her husband's remodeling firm, moving up to be COO. She excels at finding solutions; enjoys learning, traveling, and family time.
Sessions: Ask Anything
Craig Deimler
Facilitator, Remodelers Advantage
Craig Deimler
Facilitator, Remodelers Advantage
I started in the industry at 12, working at my father's PA company as a laborer, then carpenter, and lead carpenter. In 1994, I led sales/design earning CGR & CAPS. I became CEO in 2008 and later a Remodelers Advantage facilitator. In 2019, I shifted to exterior design/sales in the DC Metro.
Session: Selling to Different Types of Leads
Jeff Borovitz
Sales Trainer, Sandler Training
Jeff Borovitz
Sales Trainer, Sandler Training
Jeff is a franchise owner of Sandler Training and the Remodelers Advantage Sandler Sales Trainer. He has advised, trained and coached small and medium-sized companies as well as large enterprise companies on developing stronger sales teams, closing more sales and leading organizational change.
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Michael Sauri
Owner, TriVIstaUSA Design + Build
Michael Sauri
Owner, TriVIstaUSA Design + Build
Michael Sauri’s career started not with a hammer, but with a guitar — creating, improvising, and building magic with a team. After remodeling his first home, he realized those same skills could craft unforgettable living spaces.
In 2005, he and his wife, Deborah, co-founded TriVistaUSA. Michael’s inventive approach has earned over 40 awards, including Remodeling Magazine’s Big50 and the prestigious 2018 Fred Case Award for entrepreneurial excellence.
As the heart of TriVistaUSA, he’s known for making client dreams real — and making the remodeling experience surprisingly smooth.
Michael Hodgin
Consultant, Remodelers Advantage
Michael Hodgin
Consultant, Remodelers Advantage
Michael started his first construction company as a one-man-show in 2000, eventually growing Coleman Creek Construction to include a successful team of 20+.
Michael’s affinity for data analytics coupled with a keen sense of specificity and discernment have allowed him to develop proprietary systems that set Coleman Creek apart in the industry.
Designed to eliminate unexpected variables and ensure accurate bids and realistic schedules, these processes have helped Coleman Creek become one of the most respected remodeling construction companies in Southern Oregon.
Michael joined Remodeler’s Advantage in 2016 in an effort to deliver the greatest possible value to his homeowner clients. Investing in the development of efficient systems for his own business inspired the creation of Maestro’s Toolbox.
Session:Why and How to Build a Team
Devon Vought
Founder/President of Vought Construction
Devon Vought
Founder/President of Vought Construction
Bay Area Builder of architecturally driven, high-end homes in the Bay Area. Blending craft, innovation, and systems thinking to deliver standout client experiences, sustainable practices, and beautifully executed design.
April Bettinger
Owner, Nip Tuck Remodeling
April Bettinger
Owner, Nip Tuck Remodeling
April Bettinger is the founder and owner of Nip Tuck Remodeling, a company she launched in 2010 with a mission to deliver exceptional craftsmanship paired with professionalism.
With over 25 years in the construction industry, April brings deep expertise in finance, customer service, team building, and sales. She is a Certified Graduate Remodeler, Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist, and an active leader in industry organizations including NAHB and Remodelers Advantage.
Known for her authenticity and straight talk, April is passionate about elevating standards in remodeling and shaping the future of the industry with purpose and integrity.
Erin Longmoon
CEO, Zephyr Connects
Erin Longmoon
CEO, Zephyr Connects
Erin Longmoon is a fearless entrepreneur and visionary leader with a degree in Design and a passion for empowering small businesses. Over her career, she has founded and led five successful small businesses, guided by a tenacious spirit and a commitment to building thriving, toxic-free workplaces.
Erin’s leadership style is defined by mentorship and collaboration. She empowers her teams to leverage their strengths, take risks, and love what they do. Beyond her businesses, Erin serves on the COSE Board of Directors and EOA CLE Board of Directors and mentors new entrepreneurs through The Center for Entrepreneurs in Cleveland.
Her thought leadership on workplace culture has made her a trusted voice for business owners seeking to create stronger, healthier teams.
Session: Hiring Sucks Less When You're Ready: Build a Talent Pipeline That Lasts
Aaron Horner
Media Manager, CGN
Aaron Horner
Media Manager, CGN
Aaron has been with CGN for over four years and serves as the Media Manager, leading the company’s YouTube channel and podcast. For the past two years, he’s traveled across the country documenting contractors’ projects, capturing stories that showcase their unique value through video.
As a professional storyteller, Aaron understands what truly resonates with homeowners and knows how to highlight your Ideal Client Avatar and Unique Selling Proposition in a way that attracts the right clients and builds lasting trust.
Session: Why Should They Pick You? How to Showcase Your Unique Value on Your Website
Steve Barkhouse
Founder, Amsted Design-Build
Steve Barkhouse
Founder, Amsted Design-Build
Steve Barkhouse is the founder of Amsted Design-Build, Ottawa’s most awarded design/build renovation firm.
After 35 years at the helm—culminating in being named Renovator of the Year locally and provincially—Steve stepped back from daily operations but remains a key leader.
A longtime industry advocate, he has held leadership roles at local, provincial, and national levels, including Chair of the Ontario Home Builders’ Association Renovators’ Council.
A recipient of the Order of Ottawa and the RAR Impact Award, Steve continues to share his wealth of experience through consulting, helping remodeling companies navigate growth and succession with clarity and confidence.
Jake Warchola
Production Manager, Paul Kowalski Builders
Jake Warchola
Production Manager, Paul Kowalski Builders
Jake Warchola has been with Paul Kowalski Builders for more than three years, serving as Production Manager for the past two. His passion for building began at 14, earning a carpentry degree and working hands-on in construction. He later spent 16 years running his own remodeling company, S.M. RyLex Custom Home Remodeling, in northern Virginia.
After “retiring”, Jake’s family convinced him to get back to work, and PKB has benefited from his mix of technical knowledge and business leadership ever since. He joined Remodelers Advantage in 2023 as part of the Poseidon Roundtable group and values the support and peer learning it provides.
Session: The Production Manager’s Playbook: What Every Remodeling Business Owner Should Know
Kenny Stocker
VP of Sales & Partnerships
Kenny Stocker
VP of Sales & Partnerships
Kenny Stocker is the Vice President of Sales and Partnerships at V Digital Services, where he leads strategy and growth initiatives for clients in industries like home services.
He was honored with a Bronze Stevie Award for Senior Sales Executive of the Year, recognizing his exceptional performance in driving revenue and scaling partnerships.
Based in Chicago, he helps businesses enhance their visibility through SEO, paid media, and data-driven campaigns.
Barrett Langendoerfer
Senior SEO Strategist
Gates Bryan
Design Consultant, Blackdog Design Build Remodel
Gates Bryan
Design Consultant, Blackdog Design Build Remodel
Gates, a Design Consultant at Blackdog’s Salem location, approaches each remodel like a puzzle! She loves coming up with creative and beautiful ways to marry function and aesthetics and tackles each design challenge with a solution-oriented mindset and a smile.
She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from the University of Delaware but found her true passion in the world of home remodeling. Gates first honed her skills in cabinet, tile and counter sales before transitioning into turn-key design/build.
Session: The Why We Build Podcast, Live!
Tony Carver
Production Manager, Schloegel Design Remodel
Tony Carver
Production Manager, Schloegel Design Remodel
Tony has been with Schloegel Design Remodel for 7 years where his key responsibilities include tracking key production performance metrics, identifying inefficiencies in our production process and working with the production team to address those inefficiencies, manage our hiring process from interviews to onboarding, and Dean of our SDR University training program. Tony also serves on the education committee for the Professional Remodeling Collective of Kansas City.
Session: The Production Manager’s Playbook: What Every Remodeling Business Owner Should Know
Aimee Moore
Principal Designer of Sales and Production, Total Home KC
Aimee Moore
Principal Designer of Sales and Production, Total Home KC
Aimee Moore is the Principal Designer of Sales and Production at Total Home KC, specializing in kitchen and bathroom design. She guides projects from initial concept through to production completion, blending creative vision with technical expertise. An award-winning designer within local remodeling groups, Aimee brings a unique perspective that bridges design, sales, and execution, ensuring client relationships and project details remain strong from start to finish. Outside of work, she enjoys camping and cooking with her family of five.
Session: The Production Manager’s Playbook: What Every Remodeling Business Owner Should Know
