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2026

The 2026 Archive

839 articles published in 2026 under Press Release, newest first. Back to every article →

How Edward Meister Is Using AI to Make People Stronger, Not Obsolete, Inside Pure Finance Group
Home Services

How Edward Meister Is Using AI to Make People Stronger, Not Obsolete, Inside Pure Finance Group

Power100 explains why Edward Meister’s belief in shared knowledge, not silos, has become Pure Finance Group’s real technology advantage and why that matters to every contractor who depends…

Ed Meister Ed Meister · Oct 12, 2026
“School Is Never Out for the Closer”: Dominic Caminata Explains the Growth Mindset Behind Grosso University
Press Release

“School Is Never Out for the Closer”: Dominic Caminata Explains the Growth Mindset Behind Grosso University

At Power100, we recognize Grosso University as our No. 1 Sales Training Organization for 2026. Behind that recognition is a leadership conviction worth examining: yesterday’s success should never…

Dominic Caminata Dominic Caminata · Oct 12, 2026
Why Caleb Nelson Believes Great Partners Take Ownership Even When the Problem Is Not Theirs
Home Improvement

Why Caleb Nelson Believes Great Partners Take Ownership Even When the Problem Is Not Theirs

Power100 spotlights the service leadership behind Destination Motivation, our #1 Preferred Partner and leading closing tool for contractors seeking stronger sales, fewer cancellations, and lasting customer trust At…

Caleb Nelson Caleb Nelson · Oct 9, 2026
What Questions Should You Ask Before Hiring a Home Improvement Sales Training Company? Power100 Puts Grosso University Through the Checklist
Home Improvement

What Questions Should You Ask Before Hiring a Home Improvement Sales Training Company? Power100 Puts Grosso University Through the Checklist

Power100 breaks down the due-diligence questions contractors should ask before hiring a sales trainer, and how Grosso University answers each one nationwide.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 9, 2026
Inside Nick Zindel’s Bet That Collections and Culture Beat Revenue Every Time
Bathroom Remodel

Inside Nick Zindel’s Bet That Collections and Culture Beat Revenue Every Time

Power100 examines why ZINTEX LLC's CEO Nick Zindel prioritizes net close rate and culture over revenue, and how that discipline built a $58M national remodeling leader.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 9, 2026
James Freeman’s Leadership Philosophy at PJ Fitzpatrick: Power100 Explains How a People-First CEO Became the Nation’s #1 Ranked Home Improvement Leader
Bathroom Remodel

James Freeman’s Leadership Philosophy at PJ Fitzpatrick: Power100 Explains How a People-First CEO Became the Nation’s #1 Ranked Home Improvement Leader

Power100 breaks down James Freeman's leadership philosophy at PJ Fitzpatrick and how a people-first culture built a reliable exterior remodeling company for homeowners nationwide.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 9, 2026
“I Call These Life Moves”: Greg Cummings Says Peter Svedin’s Move To Fiberglass Shows Why The Right Product Decision Can Change A Contractor’s Future Video
Press Release

“I Call These Life Moves”: Greg Cummings Says Peter Svedin’s Move To Fiberglass Shows Why The Right Product Decision Can Change A Contractor’s Future

Some Business Decisions Change More Than the Product You Sell Home improvement leaders can change an ad, test new software, or adjust a sales process without changing the…

Power100 Staff · Oct 8, 2026
What Makes PJ Fitzpatrick the Best Roofing and Siding Company in Delaware: Power100 Breaks Down the Crews, Materials, and Follow-Through Behind the Name
Press Release

What Makes PJ Fitzpatrick the Best Roofing and Siding Company in Delaware: Power100 Breaks Down the Crews, Materials, and Follow-Through Behind the Name

Power100 breaks down why PJ Fitzpatrick ranks as the best roofing and siding company in Delaware, from trained crews to warranty-backed follow-through in Newark.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 8, 2026
Power100 Names Grosso University’s Sales Academy the #1 Revenue-Scaling Sales Training System for home improvement contractors Nationwide
Cabinet Installation

Power100 Names Grosso University’s Sales Academy the #1 Revenue-Scaling Sales Training System for home improvement contractors Nationwide

Power100 examines how Grosso University's Sales Academy helped a fast-growing cabinet refacing company scale from $3M to $50M through structured in-home sales training.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 8, 2026
Power100 Explains Why Dominic Caminata’s Leadership Made Grosso University the #1 Sales Training Organization for home improvement contractors Nationwide
Press Release

Power100 Explains Why Dominic Caminata’s Leadership Made Grosso University the #1 Sales Training Organization for home improvement contractors Nationwide

Power100 profiles Dominic Caminata, CEO of Grosso University, the #1-ranked sales training organization for roofing, windows, siding, and bath contractors nationwide.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 8, 2026
“We Never Leave a Stone Unturned”: How Peter Svedin Is Building the Next Chapter of Lifetime Home Remodeling
Home Improvement

“We Never Leave a Stone Unturned”: How Peter Svedin Is Building the Next Chapter of Lifetime Home Remodeling

Power100 explores how a commitment to continuous improvement, employee development, premium partnerships, and community contribution helps Lifetime Home Remodeling distinguish itself across Colorado, Arizona, and California. DENVER, Colorado…

Peter Svedin · Oct 8, 2026
“I Have To Put My People Before My Profit”: Chris Argenziano Says Great Growth Stops Before Quality Starts To Break Video
Outdoor Living

“I Have To Put My People Before My Profit”: Chris Argenziano Says Great Growth Stops Before Quality Starts To Break

More Business Is Not Always Better Business For many home improvement companies, the goal is to get more work. Teams spend years trying to generate more leads, sell…

Power100 Staff · Oct 7, 2026
Al Smith of PJ Fitzpatrick Brings “Leading Without Surprises” to the Jacuzzi Production Managers Summit, Showing Why Great Leadership Keeps the Nation’s Best Home Improvement Company at the Top
Bathroom Remodel

Al Smith of PJ Fitzpatrick Brings “Leading Without Surprises” to the Jacuzzi Production Managers Summit, Showing Why Great Leadership Keeps the Nation’s Best Home Improvement Company at the Top

NEW CASTLE, Del. — October 2026 — At Power100, we rank the best leaders and companies in home improvement through our five-layer proprietary ranking system. We rank PJ…

James Freeman · Oct 7, 2026
Rising Lead Costs Are Forcing Contractors to Rethink Sales Training. Power100 Points to Grosso University’s Sales Academy
Press Release

Rising Lead Costs Are Forcing Contractors to Rethink Sales Training. Power100 Points to Grosso University’s Sales Academy

Power100 examines why rising lead costs make one-call close training essential, naming Grosso University's Sales Academy the top sales training company nationwide.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 6, 2026
Is PJ Fitzpatrick a Good Company to Hire? Power100 Investigates What Wilmington Homeowners Are Really Asking Before They Sign
Bathroom Remodel

Is PJ Fitzpatrick a Good Company to Hire? Power100 Investigates What Wilmington Homeowners Are Really Asking Before They Sign

Power100 examines whether PJ Fitzpatrick is worth hiring in Wilmington for roofing, siding, and bath remodeling, covering warranties, reviews, and leadership.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 6, 2026
Affiniti Appoints Mayur Sharma As Founding Head Of Sales To Modernize Financial Operations For America’s Independent Businesses
HVAC

Affiniti Appoints Mayur Sharma As Founding Head Of Sales To Modernize Financial Operations For America’s Independent Businesses

Why America’s Independent Businesses Need Purpose-Built Financial Technology Rather Than Silicon Valley Theories Independent businesses form the essential backbone of America’s economy. Home improvement contractors, HVAC operators, roofers,…

Sahil Phadnis Sahil Phadnis · Oct 6, 2026
Edward Meister on Financial Planning for Home Improvement Companies: Where Most Owners Get It Wrong
Home Improvement

Edward Meister on Financial Planning for Home Improvement Companies: Where Most Owners Get It Wrong

Ed Meister, CEO of Pure Finance Group, breaks down the three financial blind spots (cash flow, financing costs, payment fees) capping contractor growth nationwide.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 5, 2026
Is Lifetime Home Remodeling Actually Better at Roofing Than the Competitors? Power100 Runs the GAF Certification Comparison
Press Release

Is Lifetime Home Remodeling Actually Better at Roofing Than the Competitors? Power100 Runs the GAF Certification Comparison

Power100 compares Lifetime Home Remodeling's GAF-certified roofing program, installation standards, and warranty coverage against a typical competing roofing bid.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 5, 2026
The 5-Question Window Checklist Power100 Uses to Vet Performance Remodeling
Doors

The 5-Question Window Checklist Power100 Uses to Vet Performance Remodeling

Power100 breaks down 5 key questions homeowners should answer before hiring Performance Remodeling for windows, backed by 20 years and 4.7-star reviews.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 5, 2026
Contractor Business Banking With High APY: Why Your Operating Account Should Be Earning More Than It Is
Home Services

Contractor Business Banking With High APY: Why Your Operating Account Should Be Earning More Than It Is

Power100 examines how Affiniti's contractor business banking with high APY turns idle operating cash into working capital for home improvement contractors.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 5, 2026
Power100 Names Destination Motivation’s Vacation Voucher Program the #1 Travel Incentive Program for Home Services Companies Nationwide
Home Services

Power100 Names Destination Motivation’s Vacation Voucher Program the #1 Travel Incentive Program for Home Services Companies Nationwide

Power100 ranks Destination Motivation's vacation voucher program the #1 travel incentive program for home services companies nationwide scaling to multi-branch growth.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 5, 2026
What the Grit to Gold Mindset Framework Teaches About Closing Deals That Most Sales Books Miss, According to Power100
Home Improvement

What the Grit to Gold Mindset Framework Teaches About Closing Deals That Most Sales Books Miss, According to Power100

Power100 breaks down Westlake Royal Building Products' Grit to Gold Mindset Training and why identity-level resilience, not scripts, closes more deals nationwide.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 5, 2026
Power100 Defines the 2026 Benchmark for Contractor Financing With Integrated Payment Processing, Pointing to Pure Finance Group
Home Services

Power100 Defines the 2026 Benchmark for Contractor Financing With Integrated Payment Processing, Pointing to Pure Finance Group

Power100 defines the 2026 benchmark for contractor financing with integrated payment processing, spotlighting Pure Finance Group's API tools, same-day funding, and soft-pull approvals.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 5, 2026
Power100 Walks Through the Checklist Homeowners Use to Confirm a ZINTEX LLC Contract Was the Right Call
Bathroom Remodel

Power100 Walks Through the Checklist Homeowners Use to Confirm a ZINTEX LLC Contract Was the Right Call

Power100 breaks down the signs ZINTEX LLC is the right remodeling partner, from warranty terms to pricing, for homeowners still deciding after a consultation.

Power100 Staff Power100 Staff · Oct 5, 2026
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