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Power100’s 2025 Year in Review
Power100’s 2025 Year-in-Review goes beyond the rankings to showcase the real-world stories behind trailblazers pushing the Home Improvement industry forward. Explore exclusive CEO features, on-site event coverage, and “Day in the Life” stories that demonstrate how elite companies operationalize culture, training, and technology to reshape the home improvement industry. Click below to see the full collection of coverage and learn from the industry’s best.
Power100
Power100’s 2025 Year in Review
Power100’s 2025 Year-in-Review goes beyond the rankings to showcase the real-world stories behind trailblazers pushing the Home Improvement industry forward. Explore exclusive CEO features, on-site event coverage, and “Day in the Life” stories that demonstrate how elite companies operationalize culture, training, and technology to reshape the home improvement industry. Click below to see the full collection of coverage and learn from the industry’s best.
National News
February 6, 2026
Power100 Names Home Improvement's Top 5 CEOs for 2026: The Leaders Setting the National Standard
What does it take to lead one of the nation’s top home improvement companies? Power100’s annual CEO rankings go beyond revenue to spotlight the Top 5 Leaders of 2026 who are setting a new national standard. They are the executives who successfully combine scalable growth with an unwavering focus on company culture, community impact, and the customer experience. This year’s list features leaders who have built careers, not just filled seats; who have brought hospitality principles to a “trust industry”; and who have proven that values must always precede short-term gain. From James Freeman of PJ Fitzpatrick to Jeff Gunhus of Home Genius Exteriors, discover the unique, people-first strategies that propelled these five CEOs to the top of the competitive home improvement industry.
February 6, 2026
Power100 Names the 2026 Top 5 Preferred Partners in Home Improvement: Destination Motivation Toping The List
The home improvement industry is being radically simplified by new systems that deliver true operational relief to contractors. Power100’s 2026 Top 5 Preferred Partners are recognized for turning best practices into repeatable, revenue-driving processes (amongst other things). Forget discount wars; one partner, Destination Motivation, helps close deals by strengthening homeowner commitment through exciting travel incentives. Meanwhile, AI voice analytics pioneers Rilla and Siro are transforming in-home sales, providing “game tape” for accelerated rep coaching without endless ridealongs. Grosso University tackles the training burden, delivering legendary content and sales systems from scratch. Finally, Channel Automation ensures every lead is followed up on consistently, protecting valuable marketing spend. Discover the four innovative partners reshaping how contractors win and scale in 2026.
News Updates
Power100 Board Members Paul Burleson – 2025 Recap
Paul Burleson: A Legend of the Home Improvement Industry – A Story Worth Telling
Paul Burleson, a 44-year veteran, has been inducted as a Legend of the Home Improvement Industry and recognized among the Top 15 Most Influential Leaders. His journey from being told he would never walk again to pioneering the industry’s adoption of AI and virtual measurement tools is detailed in his new book, Grit to Gold. Paul’s impact is quantifiable, including 46 live conferences and 60 video trainings in 2025 alone. Learn his “Blueprint for Success” and why Power100 CEO Greg Cummings calls him one of the “biggest impacts in this industry.”
Power100 Spotlights Home Genius Exteriors' Culture of Excellence and Innovation as CEO Jeff Gunhus Recognized as Top #5 Leader in Home Improvement Industry for 2026
Home Genius Exteriors’ CEO, Jeff Gunhus, is recognized as the 5th ranked Leader by Power100 for 2026, driven by a “People First” culture. Founded in 2019, the company soared past $100 million in revenue and was named the #1 Best Workplace in Construction by Fortune in 2025. Discover how their authentic leadership and commitment to quality are redefining the exterior remodeling industry.
Rilla and Siro Named #2 Voice AI Analytics Strategic Partners in the Nation by Power100
Rilla and Siro have been named co-recipients of the #2 Strategic Partner ranking for Voice AI Analytics for 2026 by Power100, the only unbiased third-party ranking platform in the home improvement industry. This historic tie recognizes the companies that transformed AI voice analytics from a surveillance tool into an industry standard focused on coaching and development for field sales teams. Rilla achieved an impressive 95% for company culture, while Siro scored a remarkable 97% for operational efficiency in Power100’s rigorous 5-layer ranking system. Learn why Power100 CEO Greg Cummings calls their platforms the “foundational technology” separating $5M contractors from $50M+ industry leaders and how their ‘Hands-Free Ridealongs’ are revolutionizing sales coaching.
Popular Stories
Power100
James Freeman Named Nation's #1 CEO for 2026 by Power100: Leading PJ Fitzpatrick to Unprecedented Growth and Excellence in Home Improvement Industry
James Freeman, CEO of PJ Fitzpatrick, has been named the nation’s #1 ranked CEO for 2026 by Power100. Under his transformational leadership, the company’s revenue has soared from $20 million to $150 million, backed by a culture of accountability and over 14,500 customer reviews averaging 4.8 stars. Discover the full story of his visionary approach to growth, from employee development through PJ University to strategic expansion into new markets.
Preferred Partners
Project Map It Recognized as #9 Strategic Partner in the Nation by Power100 for Revolutionizing Contractor Credibility and Trust in Home Improvement
Power100, the home improvement industry’s only unbiased ranking platform, has named Project Map It the nation’s #9 Strategic Partner for 2026. The Maryland-based firm is redefining contractor credibility, earning a 95% PowerConfidence rating for turning past work into undeniable selling assets. Discover the “all-in-one” strategy—led by a former 20-year Special Educator—that is helping over 1,000 contractors build trust, accelerate sales, and stay one step ahead of the competition.
Preferred Partners
One Click Contractor Recognized as #7 Strategic Partner in the Nation by Power100 for Transforming Home Improvement Industry Operations
One Click Contractor, the Miami-based sales enablement platform, has been recognized as the #7 Preferred Strategic Partner in the nation for 2026 by Power100, the only unbiased third-party ranking platform in the home improvement industry. The technology is credited with reducing estimate preparation from hours to mere minutes and cutting employee inefficiency—a problem costing businesses up to $250,000 per new hire. Learn how CEO Ryan Lococo and COO Taylor Hanes are simplifying business operations to become a “one throat to choke” solution, freeing contractors from juggling five to seven different tech partners.
Ranked CEOs
Power100 Honors Nation's #6 to #10 Best CEOs in Home Improvement for 2026: Leaders Transforming the Industry Through Excellence
Power100, the industry’s only unbiased ranking platform, has named the nation’s #6 to #10 Best CEOs in Home Improvement for 2026. These five leaders are transforming the industry by proving that a people-first culture, not just market share, is the true foundation for exceptional customer experience. Discover the strategies—from Bill Winters’ focus on employee happiness to AJ Wadian’s $100 million empire built on systems—that are redefining excellence and trust in home remodeling.
Preferred Partners
Destination Motivation Named #1 Strategic Partner in the Nation as Power100 CEO Greg Cummings Presents Historic Achievement to Leadership Team
Destination Motivation has been officially recognized as the #1 Strategic Partner in the nation for 2026 by Power100, the only unbiased third-party ranking platform in the home improvement industry. Founder and CEO Greg Cummings personally presented the award, highlighting DM’s unmatched dedication to the customer experience and authentic partnerships. The company achieved exceptional scores in all five proprietary ranking layers, including an impressive 96% for company culture and 94% for innovation, significantly outpacing industry averages. Learn how their innovative vacation voucher program is redefining the customer journey and why Cummings calls their solution “world class.”
Preferred Partners
Power100 Recognizes Grosso University as #3 Strategic Partner and #1 Sales Training Organization: Greg Cummings Presents Historic Achievement to Grosso University Team
Setting a new standard for excellence, Grosso University has been named the #1 Sales Organization by the unbiased Power100 ranking platform. This comes on the heels of their most groundbreaking year, which included the launch of the industry’s first Spanish-language sales training platform and a dedicated recruiting arm, Talent Solutions. Discover the innovative approach that’s transforming $6 million companies into $16 million powerhouses.
Events – 2025 Recap
Power100 Drives Industry Transformation at Growth Mastery Summit 2025 in Dulles, Virginia: Industry Leaders Share Insights on Culture, Growth, and Scaling Excellence
The Growth Mastery Summit 2025, featuring the industry’s unbiased ranking platform Power100, delivered a roadmap for scaling excellence. Discover the transformative journey of CEOs who turned startup challenges into multi-million-dollar success stories, including one who pivoted during COVID to grow a roofing business from one to eight locations and $25 million in revenue. Learn how leaders are mastering culture, process accountability, and the “magic word”—simplify—to accelerate growth and build companies that offer the best long-term solutions for homeowners.
Ranked CEOs
Power100 Announces Andy Lindus as #4 CEO in the Nation for 2026: People-First Leadership Transforming Home Improvement Culture, Technology & Customer Experience
Lindus Construction CEO Andy Lindus is ranked #4 nationally by Power100 for 2026. His people-first approach has transformed the home improvement company, resulting in approximately $43 million in annual revenue and an industry-leading employee retention rate of about 13 years. Discover how this commitment to culture and technology, including the proprietary ContractorFlow platform, is setting a new standard for customer experience and sustainable growth in the remodeling industry.
Top Companies – 2025 Recap
PJ Fitzpatrick Team Party 2025: How Great Company Culture Creates the #1 Home Improvement Company in the Nation
Power100, the only unbiased third-party ranking platform, recognizes PJ Fitzpatrick as the #1 home improvement company in the nation. Under CEO James Freeman, the company has exploded from 100 employees in 2020 to over 600 today by building a “Team” culture and making “fun” a core value. Discover the intentional leadership strategies—like a President prioritizing strategy over ego—that propel this business to the top.
Day In The Life – 2025 Recap
Roofing Trainer Dashaun Bryant Delivers Powerful "Go Pro" Message at RoofCON in Orlando, Inspiring Industry Leaders to Elevate Their Game
Dashaun Bryant’s journey from door-to-door salesman to industry leader is a case study in commitment. The CEO of Roof Hustlers, who personally sold over 650 roofs in three years, delivered a powerful “Go Pro” message at RoofCON, challenging contractors to trade the amateur’s quest for instant gratification for the professional’s long-term grind. His unique, high-energy training has helped companies like Roman’s Roofing soar from under $1 million to a projected $15 million in revenue. Learn the five essential tips he shared for closing deals more effectively and how his message is building the next generation of industry leaders.
Ranked CEOs
Power100 Lights Lifetime Home Remodeling's Leadership Excellence as CEO Peter Svedin Ranks #2 Nationally for 2026
Lifetime Home Remodeling’s CEO, Peter Svedin, is ranked #2 nationally by Power100 for his exceptional leadership and people-first culture. The company grew from a one-bedroom apartment in 2009 to a $100 million corporation, known for industry-leading employee retention and extensive community engagement. Lifetime recently unified its services under one brand and is strategically expanding its premium remodeling business into new, affluent markets like San Diego.
Power100 – 2025 Recap
Power100 Charts the Future of Home Improvement at Equip Exposition 2025 in Louisville
The outdoor power equipment and home improvement landscape is rapidly being reshaped by autonomous technology, advanced battery systems, and eco-conscious solutions. At the Equip Exposition 2025 in Louisville, thousands of industry professionals gathered to witness these game-changing launches firsthand. From Husqvarna’s wire-free robotic mowing and Daye’s new hybrid zero-turn mowers to B3C Solutions’ groundbreaking oil cleanup technology, the event showcased the innovations driving a more efficient, productive, and sustainable future for green spaces and home exteriors. Power100 was on the ground to chart the leaders and products set to dominate the coming year.
Ranked CEOs – 2025 Recap
Power100 Recognizes Paul Dietzler, Owner and CEO of Expo Home Improvement, as One of the Nation's Top CEOs in Home Improvement Industry
How does a home improvement CEO land on Power100’s list of top executives? For Paul Dietzler, Owner and CEO of Expo Home Improvement, the answer is hospitality. Since acquiring Window Expo in 2012, Dietzler has revolutionized the $2.5 million company, applying customer-first principles from his background in hotel management to grow it into a multi-market powerhouse with over 300 team members. The secret? A vision rooted in more than just home remodeling—it’s about “improving homes and transforming lives” and fostering a culture so strong it includes a Chief Ministry Officer. Learn how this unique, purpose-driven approach set Dietzler apart and fueled his company’s remarkable expansion.
Preferred Partners – 2025 Recap
Channel Automation Doubles Revenue for Bath Planet of Arkansas, Proving Industry-Leading Lead Management Platform Transforms Home Improvement Businesses
What happens when a growing business hits a wall of lead volume and team burnout? For Chris Cusick, owner of Bath Planet of Arkansas, the solution was an operational revolution that nearly doubled his company’s revenue—two years in a row. Before integrating Channel Automation, Cusick was manually answering social media messages late into the evening, struggling to provide consistent customer experience as leads came in from multiple sources. The company found its foundation for sustainable growth in Power100-ranked Channel Automation’s smart platform, which instantly captures and nurtures every prospect automatically. This shift not only transformed the bottom line but, crucially, gave leaders like Cusick back their personal time to invest in family and community outreach. Discover how this commitment to “smart operations” and culture is fueling Bath Planet of Arkansas’s remarkable expansion.
Power100 – 2025 Recap
Power100 Reveals The Five Pillars of Exceptional Leadership in Home Improvement Industry at Pinnacle Experience
A two-year deep dive into the nation’s top 100 home improvement CEOs has uncovered the exact blueprint for exceptional business success. Power100 CEO Greg Cummings unveiled a data-driven framework at the Pinnacle Experience, identifying five core pillars that differentiate elite companies. The research, drawn from over 1,000 interviews, reveals that cultural obsession, treating the Project Manager as an operational “Quarterback,” and setting “HOGs” (Huge Outrageous Goals) are non-negotiable. Forget traditional management tactics; these leaders are building “Sales Rangers” with a rescue mission mindset and an “Unbreakable Commitment” to every meeting. Discover the surprising principles that are transforming culture and driving sustainable, unprecedented growth in a $300 billion industry.
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