{"id":6489,"date":"2016-03-13T13:39:01","date_gmt":"2016-03-13T18:39:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.choiceroofcontractors.com\/?p=6489"},"modified":"2017-09-22T09:59:45","modified_gmt":"2017-09-22T14:59:45","slug":"raising-standards-for-ourselves-and-the-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.choiceroofcontractors.com\/raising-standards-for-ourselves-and-the-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"Raising Standards for Ourselves and the Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/www.choiceroofcontractors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/conklin-convention-2.jpg\" alt=\"roof coating\" width=\"300\" height=\"156\" data-id=\"1018\" \/>Approximately 6 months ago, we began rolling out a new organizational structure with higher requirements and greater benefits for our members while also clearing up expectations and setting standards for contractors who want to be supported by our nationwide group of commercial roofers. <\/p>\n<p>We finalized and introduced this new structure in February at Conklin\u2019s National Convention in Branson and later had an online meeting to explain what we\u2019re doing to those who weren\u2019t able to attend. As already announced internally, within 30 days, we will be canceling old memberships in order to fully implement all changes and improvements group-wide. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Main Changes Taking Place<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022\tHigher accountability for leads received through the group website<br \/>\n\u2022\tMore focus on one-of-a-kind advantages that make us strong<br \/>\n\u2022\tNew interactive map for leads of all kinds<br \/>\n\u2022\tOther changes only announced internally for competitive reasons<\/p>\n<p><strong>Purpose of New Changes<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022\tEstablish a stronger foundation for greater growth<br \/>\n\u2022\tAttract higher quality contractors and ward off those with ill intentions<br \/>\n\u2022\tAllow all members the opportunity help in making decisions<br \/>\n\u2022\tCover ever-increasing cost and provide better service<br \/>\n\u2022\tIntroduce new member benefits to increase individual success<\/p>\n<p>The changes we\u2019ve implemented have been worked on since February of 2015 with the help of William Schrock, Amos Borntreger, Rudy Yoder, and the feedback of other members. <\/p>\n<p>All existing members are advised to sign a new membership agreement and meet the higher standards or become a supported contractor before March 6, 2016 (or within 30 days of being sent a notification). <\/p>\n<p><strong>Message to Building Owners, Property Managers and Maintenance Teams<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We are excited about delivering more peace of mind with these changes. As a collective group of individuals, it is our goal to be your first choice for any commercial roofing project regardless of size, location or difficulty. Our group understands the challenges you face when looking for a reputable roofing contractor with the expertise needed to handle your project, and we hope you see the value in what we&#8217;re doing for the industry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Approximately 6 months ago, we began rolling out a new organizational structure with higher requirements and greater benefits for our members while also clearing up expectations and setting standards for contractors who want to be supported by our nationwide group of commercial roofers. 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