Roseburg says it has reorganized its marketing and national accounts structure in anticipation of the upcoming retirement of Mark McLean, who currently serves as director of both functions for the company. Instead of replacing McLean upon his retirement in spring 2018, the company has opted to reassign his responsibilities, effective[Read More…]
Past Issues
Dog Kennel Business Gets an Online Facelift
Dog lovers who want to create the perfect outdoor dog kennel for their dogs, now have a new view of what is possible. Bird-in-Hand Pet Structures of Willow Street, Pennsylvania, launched their new Dog Kennel website to help people from around the United States find a perfect home for their[Read More…]
MiraTEC® Trim Expands in Canada
JELD-WEN reports that it has a new Canadian distribution partner for MiraTEC® Trim—Nicholson and Cates Limited Building Products. Nicholson and Cates Limited is known in the Ontario building supply industry for their dedication to providing premium quality, innovative products and exceptional service. “Combining the industry expertise of the Nicholson and[Read More…]
The Big Shed Show: Yes, It Was Big!
It was called The Big Shed Show. And, yes, it was big. The shed industry, from builders to suppliers, came together September 28 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, to share ideas, learn about products, and, ultimately, grow the business. Capital Forest Products in Annapolis, Maryland, and Union Grove Lumber in Harmony, North[Read More…]
Shed Marketing: TV Commercials
Today’s shed builder needs to look at all available methods for marketing their product. While shed lots are still popular, and many builders and dealers have taken to the internet, one medium still commands viewers: television. Shed Builder Magazine took some time to ask James Wurst marketing manager for North[Read More…]
Three Men and a Barrel
Shed builders are very creative folks. You must be creative to put food on the table every week on a builder’s paycheck. My fellow hammer-swingers have learned a few things over the years to simplify tasks, and to save wear and tear on our bodies and equipment. We innovate for[Read More…]
Local Search Engine Optimization
Local search engine optimization is the science of ranking well in local search results. More than ever before, local search results are driving customers to small businesses. With a smartphone at hand, your potential customers look for your goods and services online. Let’s face it, the shed business is highly[Read More…]
Get It in Writing
How many times in business have you heard the saying, “Verbal agreements work fine—until they don’t”? The simple fact of the matter is things can and will go wrong in business. Conditions change for a number of reasons and you end up hearing another common phrase in business, “Did you[Read More…]
Attitude = Direction
Growing up, when I would have a negative attitude my dad would always tell me “Your attitude, not aptitude, will determine your altitude.” My dad did fly small planes for recreation, so I just thought the altitude part was for pilots and did not apply to me. Boy, was I[Read More…]
Market Possibility: Concession Sheds
As the fall sports season continues, many people have no doubt paid a visit to one of the most important areas of a public sporting event. No, not the bathrooms. Or the ticket booth. We’re talking about the concession stand, where folks in the crowd can get all sorts of[Read More…]
