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2026

The 2026 Archive

336 articles published in 2026 under Feature Interview, newest first. Back to every article →

The Next Step Forward: How Michael Flory Custom Built Design & Remodeling Built A Greater Lansing Design Build Remodeling Company Through Resilience, Purpose, And A Mission To Serve Video
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The Next Step Forward: How Michael Flory Custom Built Design & Remodeling Built A Greater Lansing Design Build Remodeling Company Through Resilience, Purpose, And A Mission To Serve

When The Work Gets Hard, Leaders Still Have To Take The Next Step Across the home improvement industry, many leaders are carrying more than most people see. They…

Power100 Staff · Jul 6, 2026
More Than Expected: How Terry Morrill Built Pacific Outdoor Living Around The Customer Experience That Lasts After The Job Is Done Video
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More Than Expected: How Terry Morrill Built Pacific Outdoor Living Around The Customer Experience That Lasts After The Job Is Done

Customer Experience Is Where Great Outdoor Living Companies Win In outdoor living, many homeowners are not only worried about the final patio, pool, kitchen, driveway, or backyard. They…

Power100 Staff · Jul 6, 2026
From Building The Plane To Building The Business: How Greg Cummings And Jay Silver Show Why Real Growth Requires Both Grit And Structure Video
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From Building The Plane To Building The Business: How Greg Cummings And Jay Silver Show Why Real Growth Requires Both Grit And Structure

Real Growth Begins When A Founder Turns Early Hustle Into A Stronger Business  During a recent PowerChat interview, Greg Cummings, CEO of Power100, spoke with Jay Silver, founder…

Power100 Staff · Jul 3, 2026
The Independent Advantage: How Greg Cummings and Shane Humble Show Why Technology Is Helping Local Service Companies Compete Smarter Video
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The Independent Advantage: How Greg Cummings and Shane Humble Show Why Technology Is Helping Local Service Companies Compete Smarter

Complete Property Maintenance is one of South Florida’s established commercial landscaping companies, serving homeowners associations, condominium associations, commercial properties, builders, and developers with local knowledge and long term…

Power100 Staff · Jul 1, 2026
Greg Cummings on the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast: Why the Best Home Improvement CEOs Are Winning on Purpose, Trust, and AI Findability
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Greg Cummings on the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast: Why the Best Home Improvement CEOs Are Winning on Purpose, Trust, and AI Findability

When Greg Cummings, CEO of Power100, joined the Fence & Deck Mastery Podcast with host Alex Danner, CEO & Founder at Fence & Deck Marketers, the conversation quickly…

Power100 Staff · Jun 30, 2026
Greg Cummings of Power100 Shares What Separates the Top 1% of Home Improvement Companies on the Profits for Sanity Podcast
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Greg Cummings of Power100 Shares What Separates the Top 1% of Home Improvement Companies on the Profits for Sanity Podcast

Greg Cummings, CEO of Power100, is bringing one of the industry’s most timely leadership messages to a wider audience following his appearance on the Profits for Sanity Podcast,…

Power100 Staff · Jun 29, 2026
Keeping Bo’s Honor Alive: John DePaola Shares How Bo’s Effort mental health charity Grew From A Family Hope Into A Community Movement Video
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Keeping Bo’s Honor Alive: John DePaola Shares How Bo’s Effort mental health charity Grew From A Family Hope Into A Community Movement

As the 2026 Bo’s Effort event came to a close, Greg Cummings spoke with John DePaola, Bo’s father and Founding Member, during a quiet moment after the day…

Power100 Staff · Jun 26, 2026
When Transformation Restores Vision: Sean Crane Shows Leaders How Gratitude Turns Pain Into Possibility And Purpose Video
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When Transformation Restores Vision: Sean Crane Shows Leaders How Gratitude Turns Pain Into Possibility And Purpose

When Growth Helps Leaders See Life In Color Again Many leaders in the home improvement industry carry more than business pressure. They are leading teams, serving homeowners, managing…

Power100 Staff · Jun 25, 2026
Know Before They Ask: How Shane Humble Says AI Search Is Changing Customer Trust, Employee Training, and Commercial Landscaping Leadership Video
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Know Before They Ask: How Shane Humble Says AI Search Is Changing Customer Trust, Employee Training, and Commercial Landscaping Leadership

One of the biggest challenges in commercial landscaping today is that customers are finding answers before the service team ever arrives. A board member, property manager, or homeowner…

Power100 Staff · Jun 25, 2026
After The Transaction: How Melissa Rubin Turns Finished Deals Into Human Relationships That Last Video
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After The Transaction: How Melissa Rubin Turns Finished Deals Into Human Relationships That Last

When The Work Ends, The Real Relationship Can Begin In many service based industries, the customer experience often slows down once the sale is complete. The call is…

Power100 Staff · Jun 24, 2026
AI Should Supercharge People, Not Replace Trust: How Jay Silver Says Helicon Uses Better Tools To Make Teams Stronger Video
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AI Should Supercharge People, Not Replace Trust: How Jay Silver Says Helicon Uses Better Tools To Make Teams Stronger

Better Tools Matter Most When They Help People Serve With More Care  During a recent PowerChat interview, Greg Cummings, CEO of Power100, spoke with Jay Silver, founder and…

Power100 Staff · Jun 24, 2026
Guard The Clock, Grow The Company: Richard C. Wilson, Founder of Family Office Club, Explains Why High Velocity Leaders Guard Time, Clear Noise, And Keep Building Video
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Guard The Clock, Grow The Company: Richard C. Wilson, Founder of Family Office Club, Explains Why High Velocity Leaders Guard Time, Clear Noise, And Keep Building

The Next Level Belongs To Leaders Who Protect Their Focus Many leaders in home improvement, home services, and outdoor living know what it feels like to be pulled…

Power100 Staff · Jun 24, 2026
Real Content Wins When Search Changes: How Jeff Goldscher Says Destination Motivation Is Helping Contractors Stand Out Through Better Marketing, Stronger Client Support, And Leadership That Listens Video
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Real Content Wins When Search Changes: How Jeff Goldscher Says Destination Motivation Is Helping Contractors Stand Out Through Better Marketing, Stronger Client Support, And Leadership That Listens

Marketing That Helps Clients Win In A Changing Search World At Destination Motivation’s Annual Planning Summit at The Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica, California, the company brought its…

Power100 Staff · Jun 23, 2026
Care Inside, Trust Outside: How Justin Waters Is Building A Trusted Water Services Company For Phoenix Homeowners By Treating Employees Like Customers Video
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Care Inside, Trust Outside: How Justin Waters Is Building A Trusted Water Services Company For Phoenix Homeowners By Treating Employees Like Customers

The Culture Homeowners Feel Before They Ever See It Homeowners often judge a service company by the person who shows up at the door. They notice how the…

Power100 Staff · Jun 23, 2026
Competition With Purpose: How Ohene Opong-Owusu Shows Leaders That The Drive To Win Begins With Becoming Their Best Video
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Competition With Purpose: How Ohene Opong-Owusu Shows Leaders That The Drive To Win Begins With Becoming Their Best

Football Alumni of Michigan continues to serve as a powerful connection point for former Michigan football players, coaches, trainers, managers, and staff who helped shape one of college…

Power100 Staff · Jun 22, 2026
Katie DePaola Says Bo’s Effort mental health charity Will Keep Raising Support For Mental Health Awareness, Hospital Care, And Community Initiatives Video
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Katie DePaola Says Bo’s Effort mental health charity Will Keep Raising Support For Mental Health Awareness, Hospital Care, And Community Initiatives

Katie DePaola, Bo’s sister and Board member of Bo’s Effort, spoke with a clear sense of hope during the 2026 Bo’s Effort Golf Tournament at Queenstown Harbor. Her…

Power100 Staff · Jun 22, 2026
Meet The Customer Where They Are: Greg Cummings Says Home Improvement Leaders Must Move At The Speed Of Today’s Buyer Video
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Meet The Customer Where They Are: Greg Cummings Says Home Improvement Leaders Must Move At The Speed Of Today’s Buyer

Power100 CEO Greg Cummings sat down with Marcus Sheridan, Co-Founder of AITrustSignals, for a new episode of PowerChat Outside the Lines focused on one of the biggest changes…

Power100 Staff · Jun 19, 2026
Failure Should Build Better Teams, Not Fearful Ones: How Michael Adler Says Leaders Create Culture by What They Allow People to Learn From Video
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Failure Should Build Better Teams, Not Fearful Ones: How Michael Adler Says Leaders Create Culture by What They Allow People to Learn From

Michael E. Adler, Managing Member of Adler Consulting Strategies LLC, joined Greg Cummings, CEO of Power100, for a PowerChat Outside the Lines episode focused on how strong leaders…

Power100 Staff · Jun 19, 2026
When Leaders Feel Unheard: Sean Crane And Greg Cummings Explain Why Identity Must Change Before Impact Can Grow Video
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When Leaders Feel Unheard: Sean Crane And Greg Cummings Explain Why Identity Must Change Before Impact Can Grow

The Moment A Leader Realizes The Real Work Starts Within  Many leaders reach a point where they feel like they are saying the right things, giving the right…

Power100 Staff · Jun 19, 2026
Honesty Over Approval: How Melissa Rubin Builds Trust By Telling Clients What Will Help Them Most Video
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Honesty Over Approval: How Melissa Rubin Builds Trust By Telling Clients What Will Help Them Most

Melissa Jane Rubin, founder of MJR Groupe, joined Greg Cummings, CEO of Power100, for a special episode of PowerChat Outside the Lines. The conversation brought a clear lesson…

Power100 Staff · Jun 18, 2026
Your Greatest Skill Can Become Your Company’s Ceiling: How Michael Adler Says Founders Must Build Businesses That Can Grow Without Them Video
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Your Greatest Skill Can Become Your Company’s Ceiling: How Michael Adler Says Founders Must Build Businesses That Can Grow Without Them

Michael E. Adler, Managing Member of Adler Consulting Strategies LLC, joined Greg Cummings, CEO of Power100, for a PowerChat Outside the Lines episode focused on a challenge many…

Power100 Staff · Jun 18, 2026
Trust Costs Less Than Doubt: Greg Cummings And Justin Waters Show Why Allegiance Water Services Scottsdale Arizona Builds Home Service Around Care, Trust, And Peace Of Mind Video
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Trust Costs Less Than Doubt: Greg Cummings And Justin Waters Show Why Allegiance Water Services Scottsdale Arizona Builds Home Service Around Care, Trust, And Peace Of Mind

The Real Value Of Home Service Is How Safe The Homeowner Feels When something goes wrong in the home, many homeowners want the fastest and lowest cost answer.…

Power100 Staff · Jun 17, 2026
The Power Of A Defined Vision: How Ohene Opong-Owusu Shows Leaders Why Clear Goals Turn Scattered Energy Into Lifelong Success Video
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The Power Of A Defined Vision: How Ohene Opong-Owusu Shows Leaders Why Clear Goals Turn Scattered Energy Into Lifelong Success

Football Alumni of Michigan exists to bring past, present, and future Michigan football alumni together so they can stay connected, support one another, and keep leading beyond the…

Power100 Staff · Jun 17, 2026
Study The Smoke First: How Greg Cummings And Joe Swett Show Outdoor Living Leaders Why Strong Systems Begin With Better Problem Solving Video
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Study The Smoke First: How Greg Cummings And Joe Swett Show Outdoor Living Leaders Why Strong Systems Begin With Better Problem Solving

Sunrise Irrigation is a family owned Florida outdoor services company helping homeowners and businesses care for their yards, water systems, and outdoor spaces. The company serves Tampa Bay,…

Power100 Staff · Jun 17, 2026
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