Τα καλύτερα Mark My Words podcast (2025)

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THE Opportunists-Anthony Ward-Farrell Calhoun 30:30

7M ago30:30

30:30

Join me as the president of Farrell-Calhoun, Anthony Ward, shares THE story of his company's transformation in the moments after Kelly-Moore's closing. Unlike Dunn-Edwards, Farrell-Calhoun had not prepared for the closing of Kelly-Moore. As word spread of Kelly's collapse, Anthony and his team had no plans to hire a team of Kelly-Moore alumni.Until…

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THE Opportunists-Monte Lewis Dunn-Edwards 27:47

8M ago27:47

27:47

As word of Kelly-Moore's closing spread a few companies took fast action to ensure that Kelly's losses would be their gains.Dunn-Edwards was one such company, though their story is less about their response to Kelly-Moore's closing and more about their preparation for the possibility that their once mighty competitor may one day close! Join me as M…

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THE Opportunists–Tony Cox HIS Coatings 34:11

8M ago34:11

34:11

As word of Kelly-Moore's closing spread a few companies took fast action to ensure that Kelly's losses would be their gains. HIS Coatings was one such company, Join me as the president of HIS Coatings Tony Cox shares how his family's business transformed their business in an instant to capitalize on THE opportunity.And there's only one place to hea…

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THE Opportunists-An Introduction! 11:31

9M ago11:31

11:31

In the wake of the events at Kelly-Moore three companies took bold action to ensure that Kelly's losses would be their gains, each transforming their businesses in THE process.THE Opportunists is their story!Plus an update on paint news, because independents are doing so well I couldn't keep it to myself!…

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Charles Gassenheimer's Lies Episode 6-This is Where I Leave You 30:28

10M ago30:28

30:28

I think I've made my point, so what comes next? For my content, for Gassenheimer, the Flacks Group and for the Kelly-Moore family of now former-employees?This is where you come to find out!Από τον Mark Lipton

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Charles Gassenheimer's Lies Episode 5: Last of THE Lies! 34:32

11M ago34:32

34:32

This is it for our time with Charlie and His Lying Factory, at least as far as my coverage is concerned. I'm certain his lying will go on!And it's not just the lies he told which were evident at that time we recorded, like his boasts of his success at Corizon or the experience consumers will have using Kelly-Moore paints now that he's at the compan…

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Charles Gassenheimer's Lies Ep 4 Waving THE Red Flags! 38:40

11M ago38:40

38:40

THE most aptly named podcast on YouTube!Halfway through that original podcast and Gassenheimer is waving THE red flags!Από τον Mark Lipton

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Charles Gassenheimer's Lies Episode 3: Pants on Fire! 21:31

12M ago21:31

21:31

When Charles Gassenheimer told me of his experience at Corizon Health on a podcast recorded with the Kelly-Moore CEO he offered Corizon as evidence of executive skills saying the company was doing "fantastic." Which is a fantastic fucking story, but that's all it is!Days after spinning this tale, Corizon would settle one of the many wrongful death …

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Charles Gassenheimer's Lies Ep 2-It's Something Worse! 25:21

12M ago25:21

25:21

The news was not good for Kelly-Moore chief executive Charles Gassenheimer last week as Kelly-Moore became the least of his problems!Watch THE episode here and catch my blog on Thursday!Από τον Mark Lipton

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Charles Gassenheimer's Lies-Episode One: In THE Beginning! 25:01

1y ago25:01

25:01

News and commentary on the closing of Kelly-Moore, and tracking THE lies of Charles Gassenhemier.Από τον Mark Lipton

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THE Paint Geeks Episode One 15:41

1+ y ago15:41

15:41

Join me and my co-host Steve Rice as we test a new format created just for you. If you're a paint geek!This episode I'll introduce you to both Steve and our new format, starting you off with some tips for dealers about diversifying their businesses. And the one about my daughter Miranda. Join us for the laugh!…

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In THE News! August 21, 2023 22:46

1+ y ago22:46

22:46

In THE News! With News and analysis for independent paint retailers for August 21, 2023.THE earnings! With coverage of earnings and sales results from Sherwin-Williams, PPG and Masco. And guess what?Dealers are doing better!Από τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 75 Talking Certifications with Industry Veteran Steve Rice 25:42

1+ y ago25:42

25:42

As a paint retailer it's hard to distinguish your stores from other retailers in the space, often leaving price and location as the only reason a customer favors you over S-W, HD or even another independent. To ensure I stood above THE crowd while calling on NY's industrial coatings users, I stood on my certification NACE Level III Coatings Inspect…

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In THE News! June 26, 2023 13:05

1+ y ago13:05

13:05

My analysis of the paint industry's performance so-far this year. Plus the one about the time John Morikis got caught stretching THE truth! Results and analysis on SW, PPG, Ace, Masco & HD, and THE independent channel!THE best 13-minutes in paint!Από τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 74 "Women in Paint" Billie's Painting, Philadelphia 16:01

1+ y ago16:01

16:01

Mother-daughter painting contractors Billie Machain and Veronica Tucci made time in their busy schedules to record a podcast with me recently. THE women are so busy because in addition to managing their rapidly expanding Philadelphia-based commercial painting business the pair were recently named one of Behr's top "Women in Paint" for 2023!In this …

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Episode 73, Jon Dazey-Paint Manager White's Lumber 16:54

2y ago16:54

16:54

Now the chain's paint department manager Jon Dazey began his career at White's as an OSR: an all-expenses paid outside sales rep for the chain of lumberyards compliments of Benjmain Moore.(Pssst, they'll give you one too!)And while interesting, we don't spend much time discussing Jon's career path because dealers want will want to hear how White's …

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Episode 72 Retailer Matt Rogers of Papenhousen Hardware 23:06

2y ago23:06

23:06

Join me as I talk insurance with Matt Rogers of Papenhausen Hardware in San Francisco. Matt is an accidental expert on what insurance independent paint and hardware retailers need: Rogers had to rebuild Papenhausen after a fire destroyed the 100+ year-old business. TWICE!When he was done rebuilding his store the second time, Matt started a trade or…

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Episode 71 Hiring and Retention with Ace retailer Gina Schaefer 11:08

2y ago11:08

11:08

Join me as I discuss hiring and retention with Gina Schaefer of the 13-store Washington, DC ACE retailer "A Few Cool Hardware Stores"Despite chronic nationwide labor shortages and high turnover rates for retail employers, Gina continues to hire and retain employees. Gina's strategies, plus her efforts in employee training and development, has drive…

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in THE News! February 16, 2023 7:25

2y ago7:25

7:25

In THE News! February 16, 2023.In the news this week are earnings reports from Sherwin-Williams, PPG and RPM. As well as forecasts from all three for a challenging 2023 for paint sellers!Plus, what body part Sherwin chief executive John Morikis most resembles when he bullies his employees!Από τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 70 with Retired Ben Moore Executive Jimmy Gorman 51:31

2y ago51:31

51:31

If you're a Benjamin Moore dealer or employee you're not going to want to miss this episode with recently retired BM executive Budweiser Jim Gorman!Join me as Jimmy and I discuss the modern history of the Montvale paint maker, including the sale to Berkshire Hathaway and Jimmy's perspective on the six Benjamin Moore CEO's he served.Including our ve…

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Episode 69 with Chemist John Minerowicz 19:53

2y ago19:53

19:53

Why does the chemical foundation of paint and its dependence on petroleum and heavy-metal mining remain unchanged for more than 150-years despite revolutionary advances in chemistry and technology during that time?And with the increased cost of shipping adding 2% to THE inflation rate, when will paint be made as a concentrate so we can stop paying …

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Episode 68 with co-CEO of RainGuard Garret Florent 18:44

2y ago18:44

18:44

Join me as as Garrett Florent of Rainguard shares how dealers can tap into the lucrative market for clears and anti-graffiti coatings. Garrett also shares how dealers can attract masons into their stores with just a small mix of products. Coatings which masons generally acquire at lumber yards or another building supplier!…

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Episode 67 with Grant Farnsworth of the Farnsworth Group 17:31

2+ y ago17:31

17:31

Episode 67 with Grant Farnsworth of the Farnsworth Group by Mark LiptonΑπό τον Mark Lipton

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In THE News! November 3, 2022 10:55

2+ y ago10:55

10:55

EARNINGS EARNINGS EARNINGS!! Sherwin-Williams, PPG and Masco report earnings and in ten-minutes, you can hear it all here! Spoiler alert....it's better to be an independent!Από τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 66 with Dustin Martin of Recycled Content Painty Maker Up Paint 24:22

2+ y ago24:22

24:22

Join me as I talk recycled content paint with Dustin Martin, CEO of recycled content paint maker Up Paint.Από τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 65, with Kelly-Moore distributor Gus Gianopolous 20:12

2+ y ago20:12

20:12

Paint manufacturer Kelly-Moore is announcing that their paint brand is being made available for the first time in the northeast. Kelly-Moore also announcing that their brand will be dealer-only in that region!And if you're thinking "I never saw an announcement like that from Kelly-Moore?" you're right! Because you heard it hear first!…

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In THE News! BREAKING NEWS-KELLY-MOORE ACQUIRED! 5:16

2+ y ago5:16

5:16

Join me as I discuss the recently announce acquisition of Kelly-Moore.Από τον Mark Lipton

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In THE News! September 29, 2022 16:32

2+ y ago16:32

16:32

Industry news for paint retailers (with a little lumber and hardware thrown in). Making the news are the continued struggles at Sherwin-Williams, the housing market and the effect it will have on our segment and S-W and Ben Moore have been sued by THE state of NJ for environmental law violations.Από τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 64 with Independent Retailer Thoma Doehring 30:52

2+ y ago30:52

30:52

Join me as I talk paint, decor and designers with single-store retailer Thoma Doehring! finding success as a single store dealer dealer is no easy task. Listen to how Thoma makes it happen!Από τον Mark Lipton

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In THE News! August 24, 2022 24:12

2+ y ago24:12

24:12

Details of the poor results at Sherwin-Williams. And word on how dealers can hang onto the business which troubles at S-W has brought to dealer's doors.Από τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 63 with Kim Peffley of NHPA 36:41

2+ y ago36:41

36:41

Join me as I speak with Kim Peffley. Kim is the director of organizational consulting for the NHPA (North American Hardware and Paint Association). Kim and her group support retailers by bringing expertise and experience to bear on their greatest challenges, to help dealers get the most from their businesses.…

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Episode 62 with Tom Perry of Rich Power 22:48

2+ y ago22:48

22:48

Join me as I discuss work lights with Tom Perry of Rich Power. The painters and drywallers who already shop in your stores represent 40% of the growing market for work lights! Sell more to the customers already coming in to your stores!Από τον Mark Lipton

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In THE News June 2, 2022 19:11

3y ago19:11

19:11

All the news independent paint and hardware retailers need, only I do all the work of finding it. All you need to do is sit back, relax and let me read it to you for 15-minutes!Από τον Mark Lipton

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Andy Zobell of Launch Social Media 26:25

3y ago26:25

26:25

Join me as Andy Zobell, the owner of Launch Social Media discusses using social media to drive traffic to your stores and web sites.Από τον Mark Lipton

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In THE News! May 5, 2022 17:06

3y ago17:06

17:06

News highlights for independent paint and home improvement retailers for May 5, 2022.Από τον Mark Lipton

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THE Podcast Episode 60 Talking Shortages and Inflation with Clay Fenstermaker of Dunn-Edwards 18:52

3y ago18:52

18:52

Join me as I learn the bad news about how long inflation will be with us in the price of paint. Did I say bad news? What's worse than bad?Από τον Mark Lipton

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THE Podcast episode 59 with Ace retailer Gina Schaefer 31:59

3y ago31:59

31:59

Join me as I speak with Ace retailer Gina Schaefer. Gina and her husband own 13-stores in the Washington DC area and she shares her secrets to being a successful retailer in an urban setting, and how to use your retail business to do good!Από τον Mark Lipton

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THE Podcast episode 58 with Fine Paints of Europe ceo John Lahey 32:21

3y ago32:21

32:21

Join me as I discuss uber-premium paints and shiny ceilings with the owner and coo of Fine Paints of Europe John Lahey.Από τον Mark Lipton

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THE Podcast Episode 57 with Independent Retailer James Pace 26:09

3y ago26:09

26:09

Join me as independent paint dealer James Pace shares his secrets for operate a one-store business in a multiple-outlet retailer world and come out on top.Από τον Mark Lipton

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In THE News for March 17, 2022 14:35

3y ago14:35

14:35

All the new independent retailers need, delivered in 15-minutes! Plus; What did Dan Calkins get right? And what is John Morikis getting wrong?Από τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 56 with NHPA COO Dan Tratencek 30:22

3y ago30:22

30:22

Join me as I talk hiring during a labor shortage with NHPA Chief Operating Officer Dan Tratensek. The North American Hardware & Paint Association executive shares the group's best practices for paint, hardware and lumber dealers to hire AND retain staffing during prolonged labor shortages.Από τον Mark Lipton

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In THE News for February 24, 2022 30:44

3y ago30:44

30:44

In THE News for February 24, 2022 by Mark LiptonΑπό τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 55 Color Technology with Carl Minchew 37:38

3y ago37:38

37:38

Join me as color technology expert Carl Minchew and I discus how technology will effect the color selection process.Από τον Mark Lipton

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In THE News February 10, 2022 12:21

3y ago12:21

12:21

All the news you ignored because you're too busy to read it. Read to you by me!Από τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 54 with Alison Dowell President & GM of Emery Jensen 23:31

3y ago23:31

23:31

Join me as Alison Dowell the president and general manager of Emery Jensen shares her hacks for keeping the shelves full during a supply chain crisis! And, what the distributor owned by Ace has planned for dealers looking to grow their business online.Από τον Mark Lipton

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Mark, My Words! In THE News January 27, 2022 14:19

3y ago14:19

14:19

News for independent home improvement retailersΑπό τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 53 with John Vanderpool Division President of True Value Manufacturing and General Paint 31:01

3y ago31:01

31:01

Join me as I talk with the division president of True Value Manufacturing and General paint John Vanderpool. John is a 30+ year executive in the channel and he shares his perspectives on the channel then and now and what True Value is doing to help support their dealers.Από τον Mark Lipton

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Mark, My Words! In THE News January 13, 2022 13:26

3y ago13:26

13:26

My bi-monthly news program for independent paint dealers, "In THE News." These 15-minute episodes get you all the news you need to stay up on the independent channel.Από τον Mark Lipton

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Episode 52 with Grant Farnsworth of THE Farnsworth Group 28:23

3y ago28:23

28:23

Join me as I speak with Grant Farnsworth president of the market research group the Farnsworth Group. The Farnsworth Group is providing the best data available regarding changes in DIY and professional purchasing behavior since the onset of the pandemic.If you can only listen to two episodes each year, pick the two I make with Grant. Without a doub…

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Episode 51 with Independent Russell Brasher 35:02

3y ago35:02

35:02

Join me as I talk with independent paint dealer Russell Brasher of the Paint Garden in Riverside, CA. Russ is one of the newest dealers, having opened his first store less than 2-years ago as part of the New Entrepreneur program at Benjamin Moore. Russ has recently opened his second store and he shares that experience.…

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