Posts by Alana Jones-Lum (BDR)
BDR wraps successful Profit Launch business planning season, announces 2026 workshop dates
The trusted business consultant for the trades welcomed more than 750 home service professionals for their flagship business planning sessions SEATTLE, April 2, 2026 / Business Development Resources (BDR), the business coaching, training, and marketing authority for home services industry professionals, celebrates a successful season of its Profit Launch business planning workshops while announcing dates…
Read MoreHow Trades Businesses Can Build Stronger Teams and More Profitable Operations
Chris Koch, Head Coach and Trainer, joins The Trades Podcast to discuss how trades businesses can build stronger teams and more profitable operations. Chris draws from decades of experience in HVAC and plumbing service companies, where he worked across service, installation, sales, and management roles before becoming a coach and trainer for contractors across North…
Read MoreWhat Early-Year Habits Reveal About Plumbing Business Growth
Third-generation plumber Nate Agentis spoke with CONTRACTOR about fledgling plumbing companies, and key considerations for new owners looking to grow their business. Key Highlights Read the full Q&A on contractormag.com below!
Read MoreBDR Successfully Launches New Training Partnership With PPATEC
The leading provider of coaching and training solutions delivers first live training session with PPATEC, builds momentum for future workshop sessions. GRANTVILLE, Pa., March 3, 2026 / Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, launched its first live, in-person training program in collaboration with PPATEC, the technical education provider for the…
Read More6 Ways to More Effectively Provide In-Field Training for New HVAC Technicians
RIGHT THE FIRST TIME: From mentorship to fundamentals, contractors share how they are improving field training outcomes. The HVAC industry is suffering from a labor shortage, and to combat it, more and more contractors are getting creative about where they’re sourcing talent. But as pressure mounts to bring these new hires up to speed quickly,…
Read MoreSidekick by BDR Launches, Automating Accounts Payable Processes for Home Service Contractors
New AI-powered platform automates purchasing and invoicing, minimizing the need for manual accounting SEATTLE, Feb. 17, 2026 / Business Development Resources (BDR), the business coaching, training, and marketing authority for home services industry professionals, announces the launch of Sidekick by BDR™. Designed specifically for contractor businesses, Sidekick provides AI-automated purchasing and invoicing tools that minimize the need for manual…
Read MoreBDR brings leadership expertise to WWETT 2026 in Indianapolis
Three of the organization’s home service veterans will lead workshops at the premier wastewater industry event SEATTLE, Feb. 10, 2026 / Business Development Resources (BDR), the business coaching, training and marketing authority for home services industry professionals, announced that three of its in-house experts will be featured speakers at The WWETT Show, the premier gathering…
Read MoreBDR promotes industry veteran Nate Agentis to Vice President of plumbing vertical
SEATTLE, Feb. 2, 2026 / Business Development Resources (BDR), the business coaching, training and marketing authority for home services industry professionals, has promoted Nate Agentis to Vice President of plumbing vertical. This advancement reflects BDR’s continued commitment to strengthening its industry leadership and delivering world-class resources to plumbing professionals. Decades of experience A third-generation plumber with more than 30…
Read MoreSmart HVAC Business Moves That Protect Profit During Soft Markets | HVAC Chats Podcast
Dustin Guyton, Head Coach and HVAC industry expert at Business Development Resources (BDR), joined the HVAC Chats podcast and shared actionable insights to help contractors protect profitability during soft market conditions. Hosted by Nicole Krawcke, head of content at Contracting Business, the conversation focuses on how to identify early signs of a market slowdown, set…
Read MoreBDR’s SPARK 2026 ignites momentum for residential service contractors, drawing hundreds for world-class keynotes and sessions
The annual conference provided HVAC, plumbing and electrical contractors with actionable insights into marketing and business growth SEATTLE, Jan. 20, 2026 / Business Development Resources (BDR), the business coaching, training, and marketing authority for home services industry professionals, welcomed over 400 contractors and home service industry professionals to SPARK 2026, the company’s annual learning and networking event. This year’s…
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