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Winter Woes

by Katie Lee February 16, 2022

— By Marian Noletti — How to handle any of the winter woes on your commercial roof. In many parts of the country, the winter season is known for bringing extreme cold temperatures, increased precipitation and high winds. These weather elements are rough on all of us for sure, but they can be even rougher on restaurant and retail roofs. Freeze. Thaw. Repeat. Dramatic temperature fluctuations cause repeated freezing, thawing and refreezing of water throughout the winter season. This vicious cycle often results in ice dams and icicles. …

February 16, 2022

flooring/floor care Industry Content Vendor Spotlight vendors

Linron Company: Signature Vendor Spotlight

by Katie Lee February 16, 2022

— Interview with Angie Adams — R&R: Where are you based and how long has the company been in business? Angie Adams: Our corporate headquarters is located in Houston, Texas. Linron Company has been in business since 1993, 28 years. R&R: What is your name and title, and how long have you been with the company? Adams: My name is Angie Adams, I am the executive vice president of sales & marketing and have been with Linron Company since 2014 (7 years). R&R: What trades/services do you offer retailers …

February 16, 2022

Industry Voices management retailers

Service & Convenience

by Katie Lee February 10, 2022

— Interview with Matthew K. Harding — Retail Outlook: In changeable times, tenants focus on customer service and convenience. North Plainfield, N.J. — Within a changeable environment impacted by ongoing COVID-19 concerns, labor shortages, supply chain disruptions and rising inflation, brick-and-mortar retail tenants are cutting through the noise to focus on what they can control: providing top-notch service and convenience for customers. And coming off a strong year, they are optimistic about what 2022 will bring, according to Levin Management Corporation (LMC), which recently released the findings of …

February 10, 2022

Industry Content kitchen exhaust/grease control Vendor Spotlight

Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions: Signature Vendor Spotlight

by Katie Lee February 10, 2022

— Interview with Tom Dunn — R&R: Where are you based and how long has the company been in business? Tom Dunn: Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions is the U.S. franchise system for UK-based Filta Group Holdings PLC and has been based in Orlando, Florida, since our inception here in North America in 2002. R&R: What is your name and title, and how long have you been with the company? Dunn: Tom Dunn, CEO of The Filta Group, Inc. I’ve been with Filta since 2009. R&R: What trades/services do you …

February 10, 2022

exterior services/landscaping Industry Voices

The Powers That Be

by Katie Lee February 10, 2022

— By Jenna Singletary — Why power washing is so important — and how to make it work for your exterior. Viral. It is the word everyone pursues — however, not always on purpose. As we know, social media has the ability to spread an image rapidly and widely across the internet in a matter of mere minutes. It is free advertising that can help take a business from unknown to known in a heartbeat. The risk factor, though, is this: Is it a positive or a negative image? …

February 10, 2022

Industry Content roofing Vendor Spotlight vendors

CP Rankin Roofing Experts: Signature Vendor Spotlight

by Katie Lee February 3, 2022

— Interview with Michelle Grojean — R&R: Where are you based and how long has the company been in business? Michelle Grojean: CP Rankin is headquartered in Chalfont, Pennsylvania, flexing roughly 25 years of commercial roofing experience. R&R: What is your name and title, and how long have you been with the company? Grojean: Michelle Grojean, director of marketing, 1 year. R&R: What trades/services do you offer retailers and restaurants? Grojean: Roof replacement, new construction, routine leak service, 24-hour emergency response, snow removal programs, hurricane recovery, retrofit systems, flute …

February 3, 2022

Industry Voices roofing

Repair or Replace?

by Katie Lee February 3, 2022

— By Matt Malorni — What facility managers need to know about roofing repairs, replacements and maintenance. The roof is unquestionably the least visible part of a restaurant or a shopping center; however, if not given any attention it can cause the greatest number of problems. Facility managers and owners are faced not only with properly maintaining their roofing but also making decisions about how to handle issues to get the most life and value out of their roof. Repair versus replacement, tear off replacement versus layover …

February 3, 2022

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Winning Store Strategy

by Katie Lee January 27, 2022

— Interview with Renae Gaudette — Winmark Corporation’s 1,270+ stores have made their mark on the resale retail industry during unprecedented times — and continue to lead the way. While traditional retail took a dive over the last 18 months, Winmark – the Resale Company® — the definitive leader in the resale retail arena — saw a marked uptick in demand for quality used clothing, fitness, sporting goods, music gear and baby items. As the parent company to Once Upon A Child®, Plato’s Closet®, Play It Again …

January 27, 2022

Industry Voices restaurants

Passion Driven By Purpose

by Katie Lee January 25, 2022

— By James King — How one Mid-Atlantic restaurant group is navigating supply chain, inflation, COVID and staffing challenges. Losing a generation of crab pickers, hurricanes in South America, and a COVID outbreak shutting down a plant in Mexico… You would think, how do some of these events affect my five restaurants in the Mid-Atlantic region? Like so many other businesses trying to stay afloat during these times, supply chain, inflation, COVID and staffing challenges affect the day-to-day operations, which can come with the possibility of compromising …

January 25, 2022

Industry Voices signage

Buying A Sign For Your Business?

by Katie Lee January 20, 2022

— By Cindy Price — Before you start, find out the local sign codes and regulations. One of the first things to do before opening up a business is to get a sign. Without a sign, you simply won’t exist in the eyes of the consumer. Signs also have a huge impact on your revenue stream. So where do you start and what do you need to consider? One of the first things you’ll need to do is find out what your local sign codes and regulations are …

January 20, 2022

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