Best Ellen Rohr Podcasts (2025)

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Meet HVACJess, Apprentice at Cam Cool Refrigeration Inc. 28:39

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Jessica Bannister (a.k.a. HVACJess) is a Level 3 HVAC Apprentice at her family’s company, Cam Cool Refrigeration Inc. in Vancouver, as well as the current president of Women in HVAC/R Canada. Tune in to learn about her experience as a third-generation HVAC contractor, how she works to bring more awareness to women in the trades, and more! Follow he…

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Welcoming Max Rohr 26:06

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We're kicking off a new season of the Behind the Wall podcast by interviewing our new host, Max Rohr! Max is the education and industry engagement manager with Caleffi North America. He began his manufacturing career at the Caleffi headquarters in Italy. Since then, he worked for several HVAC/P industry companies in the manufacturers' rep and whole…

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Meet Mary Jean Anderson, President and CEO of Anderson Plumbing, Heating & Air 41:32

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Mary Jean Anderson is the heart and soul of Anderson Plumbing, Heating & Air. Founded in 1978, the company is currently ranked among the Top 1% of plumbing, heating and air conditioning businesses in the country. Tune in as she and Host Ellen Rohr discuss how Mary Jean got her start in the industry, how she and her family have navigated the company…

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Meet Alexis Aranda, Owner & CFO of Pure Plumbing 48:03

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Host Ellen Rohr interviews Alexis Aranda, owner & CFO of Pure Plumbing, a family plumbing business that currently has two locations in Las Vegas and Dallas. Discover how she began a career in the plumbing industry and the lessons she's learned along the way, where she finds her ambition, her advice for working with a spouse, and how she plans to co…

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Meet Alan O'Neill, CEO and Founder of Abacus Plumbing 49:14

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Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Alan O'Neill started his journey in the home services industry more than 40 years ago as an apprentice plumber. Now the CEO and Founder of Abacus Plumbing and the Regional CEO-Central for Wrench Group, Alan shares his advice for navigating the industry and discusses the mentors he’s had throughout his life, how he h…

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Meet Kenny Chapman, Founder of The Blue Collar Success Group 43:34

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Kenny Chapman launched The Blue Collar Success Group to fill what he recognized as a gap in the industry — to offer expert technician training and assist owners and leaders in creating businesses that serve their lives. Kenny entered the in-home service industry in 1994 when he bought a truck and plumbing company in western Colorado doing only $1,0…

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Meet Chloe Davis, CMO of Express Plumbing, Heating & Air 40:39

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Host Ellen Rohr goes behind the wall with Chloe Davis, CMO of Express Plumbing, Heating & Air! While in high school, Chloe started working at her father's plumbing company as a CSR taking customer calls and booking jobs. Today, she has been proudly working at Express for four years as head of the marketing department — all while attending college f…

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Meet Brad and Sarah Casebier of Radiant Plumbing and Air Conditioning 39:52

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Since 1999, Brad and Sarah Casebier have owned and operated home service company Radiant Plumbing & Air Conditioning, offering plumbing, drains, heating, and air conditioning services to residents of Austin, Texas. Tune in to learn how the husband and wife team started working together, what continues to drive them as leaders, and the ways they’ve …

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Meet Mark Matteson, Author and International Speaker 44:02

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Mark Matteson discusses the lessons he’s learned throughout his career — from air conditioning and refrigeration technician to best-selling author and international speaker. Tune in to discover what motivates him to help others grow and learn, why he takes a personal approach to his work, his advice for setting and achieving goals, and more!…

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Meet Chris Hunter, Director Of Customer Relations at ServiceTitan 40:05

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Ellen Rohr and Chris Hunter discuss his journey through the skilled trades — from HVAC technician to business owner to his current role at ServiceTitan. Discover what moments and decisions changed his life forever, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how he's sharing strategies and insights to help home service companies succeed through his…

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Meet Evelyn Pacheco, Founder of Nevada Women In Trades 33:56

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Evelyn Pacheco is an Army veteran who became Nevada’s first black female union plumber nearly 20 years ago. Find out what impact joining the military had on her life, why she entered the skilled trades, and how she continues to prepare other women in Nevada for successful careers in high-skilled trade occupations!…

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Meet Cheryl McRae, Director of Vertical Marketing at Scorpion 40:16

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Cheryl discusses how she began her career and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Discover how she combines her love of tech and the trades, as well as how she has staked her claim in the two heavily male-dominated industries! Cheryl McRae is the Director of Vertical Marketing and Producer of The Sharpest Tool™ podcast. She spearheads Scorpion…

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Meet Michael Werner, CEO and Founder of HomeX 45:56

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Host Ellen Rohr interviews Michael Werner, CEO and founder of HomeX. They discuss why Michael entered our industry, his experiences working with family, advice for businesses looking to grow, and the motivation behind HomeX, a home services platform combining world-class technology and next generation service operations. Michael also shares how his…

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Meet Jay and Kristy Egg 36:25

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Jay Egg was fascinated when his wife, Kristy Egg, explained that epidemiological studies can be thought of for requiring seat belts in cars, and for the banning of lawn darts. He was even more fascinated to learn about Legionnaires Disease and Pontiac Fever, and why HVAC systems can be such a breeding ground for them. Ellen Rohr interviews the duo …

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Meet Erin Holohan Haskell, President of HeatingHelp.com 24:25

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Erin Holohan Haskell, president of HeatingHelp.com, shares her experiences growing up in the industry and working with family, as well as how she works to strengthen our industry through education, community and mentorship.By PHCPPros

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Meet Josh Kelly, CEO of Clover Marketing 37:08

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Host Ellen Rohr interviews Josh Kelly, CEO of Clover Marketing, a marketing consulting business for contractors. Tune in to hear their vulnerable discussion on life as a serial entrepreneur, working for a family business, and finding love, as well as how Josh went from working 80-hour weeks to establishing his ideal work-life balance and staying in…

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Meet Sean McCormack, Owner of BMC Plumbing and Heating Inc. 32:16

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Host Ellen Rohr interviews Sean McCormack, PHC News columnist and owner of BMC Plumbing and Heating Inc. They discuss what it's like to take over a family business, how Sean balances work and family, and why he decided to start writing about his life as a plumber.By PHCPPros

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Meet Dennis Hamon, Co-Owner of Zoom Drain Seattle and Gene Johnson Plumbing and Heating 32:45

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Ellen interviews Dennis Hamon, co-owner of Zoom Drain Seattle and Gene Johnson Plumbing and Heating. Tune in to learn about Dennis' unique career path (he's perhaps the world's only plumbing mortician) as well as how he's helping young people get the most out of their apprenticeships.By PHCPPros

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Meet Dan Foley, President and Owner of Foley Mechanical 30:08

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Ellen Rohr interviews Dan Foley, the president and owner of Foley Mechanical. Listen to find out how this industry icon got his start and what lessons he's learned throughout his 30-year career.By PHCPPros

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Meet Laura Kelly, Head of Sales and Marketing at RevuKangaroo 33:18

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Laura Kelly is the head of sales and marketing at RevuKangaroo and partner at Clover Marketing and Consulting, a full service marketing firm that specializes in the home services industry. At only 24 years old, Laura has consulted one-on-one with billion-dollar businesses and CEOs, toured the country with a venture capitalist investment group, and …

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Meet Michael Bleier 49:18

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Michael Bleier is the president and owner of Able Distributors. Listen for a lively conversation on the joys and challenges of combining business with family and how his company stays relevant in the age of the instant supply house.By PHCPPros

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Meet Pamela Belyn 47:58

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Pamela Belyn is the owner of Men in Sewers and ZOOM Drain Chicago. Find out how Belyn went from law books and contracts to owning a successful drain/sewer-cleaning business!By PHCPPros

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Meet Stephen Minnich 40:40

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Stephen Minnich has nearly 40 years of experience in the heating industry, primarily installing and servicing hydronic systems. He most recently operated Minnich Mechanical Design, based in the Chicago suburb of Elk Grove Village. Stephen is a proud family man with an unwavering sense of honor who commits to doing the right things the right way. Bu…