January 2026 — At Power100, we pride ourselves on being the nation’s most rigorous, unbiased, third-party ranking platform for home improvement companies and service providers. Each year, we independently assess over 7,600 organizations across leadership, innovation, partner value, employee culture, and measurable business impact. This year, Grosso University, a leading provider of sales training and business development solutions, has distinguished itself by rising to the #3 position on the Power100 Preferred Partners ranking for 2026—a testament to its transformative impact on home improvement contractors nationwide.

Leading this remarkable achievement is Dominic Caminata, CEO and Founder of Grosso University, who has leveraged the legendary methodologies of Rick Grosso to build one of the most comprehensive, action-oriented training platforms in the industry. With over 14 years of experience in home improvement sales and a proven track record of scaling sales performance by over 6,500%, Caminata and his team have positioned Grosso University as an indispensable partner for contractors looking to level up their operations, close more deals, and build sustainable, profitable businesses.

The AGOGE Summit: Where Real Business Growth Happens

In November 2024, Grosso University hosted its second annual AGOGE Leadership and Profitability Summit at the prestigious OMNI Amelia Island Resort in Jacksonville, Florida. The event brought together business leaders, contractors, and industry innovators from across the nation—a gathering that Power100 CEO Greg Cummins described as “a masterclass in practical, results-driven business education.”

The AGOGE Summit was more than just another industry event. It was a carefully curated experience designed to deliver actionable insights based on real-world success, not theory. From keynote presentations to rapid-fire contractor interviews, every moment was engineered to help attendees leave with “pages of useful information” they could implement immediately.

Real Impact, Real Testimonies: Contractors Share What They Found

Patrick Fingles, CEO of Leap, emphasized what sets Grosso’s events apart from the crowded conference landscape: “The AGOGE event brings in the right people who are really intense about digesting the content and getting the right tools to grow their businesses. It’s a smaller but quality show—not a vacation, but a real opportunity to scale.”

Doug Wyatt, Founder and CEO of Synergy Learning Systems, highlighted a core challenge the summit addressed head-on: “Some of the biggest challenges we have growing a business are sales, revenue, and profitability.” The AGOGE Summit provided concrete strategies for overcoming these obstacles, with speakers and trainers offering cutting-edge solutions rooted in actual market performance.

Nick Richmond, CEO of Matrix Home Solutions and Chief Imagination Officer of Grosso University, captured the breadth of Grosso’s ecosystem perfectly: “Dominic has built Grosso University to become a full package servicing all aspects of the home improvement business.” From sales training to operations, from labor acquisition to opening multiple locations, the summit addressed every challenge contractors face in today’s rapidly changing market.

Why Grosso University Ranks #3: Leadership, Vision, and Proven Results

Our proprietary Power100 evaluation system is designed to celebrate authentic leadership, measurable results, and industry impact—not just size or brand recognition. Grosso University excels across every critical dimension:

1. Legendary Training Built on Real-World Results

Dominic Caminata has created a comprehensive training framework called the Grosso Sales Methodology—a system so effective that it has helped develop teams of over 55 salespeople with a cumulative 50% demo-to-close ratio company-wide. In 2020 alone, his trained sales team included 18 $2 million producers, four $3 million producers, and one $4 million salesperson, with a company-wide average of over $4,000 per sale.

As Caminata emphasizes: “Legendary training for the modern world.” This isn’t about rehashing sales techniques from 10 or 20 years ago. Every module, every session, every training video is tested against current market realities and adjusted for maximum relevance.

2. Comprehensive Business Solutions

Unlike one-dimensional training providers, Grosso University offers a full-spectrum approach to business growth. Their offerings span:

• Sales Training & Coaching – From frontline techniques to sales leadership development
• Leadership Development – Building apex-level companies through executive coaching
• Operational Excellence – Production, operations management, and multi-location expansion
• Team Development – Labor acquisition strategies and retention coaching
• Marketing & Lead Generation – Connecting training to consistent pipeline development

This holistic approach ensures that contractors don’t just learn better sales techniques—they build better businesses from the ground up.

3. Proven Scaling Success

The numbers speak for themselves. Grosso University has demonstrated the ability to scale sales performance by over 6,500% for its partner companies. This isn’t aspirational marketing; these are real results from real contractors operating in competitive markets across North America.

4. Industry Leadership & Vision

Dominic Caminata’s commitment to the industry goes beyond training. He actively shapes the conversation around contractor success. At the AGOGE Summit, he emphasized a critical mindset for sustainable growth:

“If you’re at the place of your business where you’re looking to level up and literally build an apex level company, understand this: the people we have at our events are active in the business, building some of the most successful retail operations in the home improvement industry. When you come to a Grosso University event, you leave with pages of useful information—not based in theory, but based in reality, what’s actually working in this rapidly changing dynamic industry.”

He continued, “If you come to a Grosso event, everyone should—it’s every department in your organization. And unlike a lot of events, we even touch production and operations, opening multiple locations, labor acquisition, anything you need help with, we’re going to bring the trainers and speakers and consultants that can help you get there.”

The AGOGE Summit 2024: A Powerhouse Lineup of Industry Experts

The second annual AGOGE Summit featured an impressive roster of keynote speakers and industry experts, including executives from leading home improvement companies, innovative software providers, and business consultants. The lineup included:

• Patrick Fingles, CEO of Leap – Speaking on AI transformation in home improvement
• Doug Wyatt, Founder and CEO of Synergy Learning Systems – Addressing sales communication and team alignment
• Victor Sun, CEO of Channel Automation – Demonstrating the power of sales conversion automation
• Alex Marck, CEO of 1st Call Closer – Teaching contractors how to close more deals on first contact
• Adi Klevit, Founder of Business Success Consulting Group – Scaling and growth strategies
• Michael Feuerstein, Founder and CEO of Jacobs and Newmark – Tax and financial strategies for contractors
• Multiple executives from leading partner companies including ActiveProspect, Stone Canyon AI, Structurely, Buku Leads, RepCard, FTL Finance, and Westlake Royal Building Products

Each presentation was designed to provide immediately applicable insights that contractors could implement the Monday after returning home.

The Event Recap: Power100’s Video Coverage

Power100 produced a comprehensive highlight video recap of the AGOGE Summit 2024, featuring interviews with contractors, speakers, and sponsors. The video showcases the energy, content quality, and transformative impact of the event. Additionally, Power100 published a full event review and interview series with keynote speakers and contractor attendees, all available on the Power100 media center.

Dominic Caminata: The Visionary Behind Grosso University’s Rise

At the heart of Grosso University’s success is Dominic Caminata—a sales leader and entrepreneur who transitioned from being a top-performing salesman to building one of the most respected training organizations in home improvement.

Starting his career in home improvement sales in 2010, Caminata quickly distinguished himself through mastery of the sales process. Rather than keeping his knowledge proprietary, he chose to share it. In 2019, he hosted his first Closers Camp in Chicago, which drew 350 attendees—one of the largest in industry history. Since then, he has expanded to co-found and now lead Grosso University, positioning the company as the nation’s premier home improvement sales training platform.

When asked about the most meaningful moment from the AGOGE Summit, Caminata reflected on paying tribute to Rick Grosso, the legendary founder whose methodologies form the foundation of the training system: “The Grosso tribute was the most memorable and meaningful part for me. I wanted to make that something that really resonated with people because it truly means the world to me to be able to carry on his legacy. Having that Grosso tribute kick off this event, I feel like it got us going in the right direction and got everyone in the right frame of mind—understanding how important it is to leave a legacy just like Rick did and carry that torch.”

His vision is clear: “My current goal is to make Grosso University the #1 Sales Training Platform for all home improvement companies nationwide.”

Building Apex-Level Companies: Grosso University’s Comprehensive Approach

What differentiates Grosso University from other training providers is its unwillingness to operate in silos. The company recognizes that sales success alone doesn’t guarantee business success. Contractors need:

• Operational Excellence – Streamlined processes, efficient job execution, quality control
• Team Alignment – Sales, operations, management, and leadership marching in the same direction
• Market Positioning – Standing out in competitive markets with clear value propositions
• Financial Health – Pricing strategies, profit margin optimization, cash flow management
• Leadership Development – Building capable managers and future company leaders

The AGOGE Summit’s programming reflected this comprehensive philosophy, with sessions spanning from in-home sales presentation mastery to leadership development to operational scaling.

Why Power100 Ranks Grosso University #3 Among All Partners

Power100’s ranking of Grosso University as the #3 Preferred Partner for 2026 reflects several critical factors:

1. Measurable Business Impact – Contractors working with Grosso University demonstrate significant improvements in sales performance, closing ratios, average deal size, and team retention.
2. Leadership Excellence – Dominic Caminata represents the highest standard of industry leadership: humble, committed to continuous improvement, focused on serving contractors rather than self-promotion.
3. Community Contribution – Through the AGOGE Summit and ongoing training offerings, Grosso University elevates the entire industry by sharing best practices and creating forums for peer learning.
4. Innovation & Relevance – The commitment to “legendary training for the modern world” ensures that contractors always learn what’s working NOW, not what worked yesterday.
5. Authentic Relationships – Unlike transactional vendors, Grosso University builds deep partnerships with contractors, understanding their specific challenges and customizing support accordingly.

As Greg Cummins, CEO of Power100, shared during the summit: “Dominic Caminata is one of the leading CEOs in the home improvement space. His commitment to his contractors and his industry is exactly why Grosso University earns this recognition. We’re proud to spotlight their work.”

The Future: AGOGE Expands, Training Evolves

Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, Grosso University continues to expand its reach and refine its offerings. The company has announced additional mastery classes, advanced certifications, and specialized tracks for different roles within contracting companies.

For contractors ready to move from good to great—from surviving to thriving—Grosso University represents a proven pathway. The AGOGE Summit 2024 demonstrated that this isn’t hype. It’s real training from real winners, delivered by a leader genuinely invested in contractor success.

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