How to Grow Your Business the Right Way: Tips from a $50 Million Roofer Who Retired at Age 47 | Ken Kelly

In this episode, CCN Director of Member & Partner Experience Drew Barto is joined by Ken Kelly.

Ken took over his family business—Kelly Roofing—in 1993 and grew it to $50 million in annual revenue and 300+ employees. He sold the business in 2020 and retired at the age of 47.

Ken shares his expert insight on how to properly grow a contracting business, including tips on what businesses at different revenue levels need to focus on most, five rules for growth he learned from Elon Musk, the importance of discipline, five keys to growing your people, and much more. 

This episode features takeaways for home improvement contractors with revenue at $1 million, $5 million, $10 million, or $20+ million.