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JobTread Connect Schedule
Day 1
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
12 - 6pm
JobTread Office
Check-In
Let us know you're here! Check in for JobTread Connect in the lobby of the JobTread office building.
12 - 1pm
JobTread Office
JobTread Basics
The JobTread team will be available to assist with foundational JobTread questions, training, and support. Swing by the office to meet with our team!
1 - 2pm
JobTread Office
Sales Strategy
The JobTread team will be available to provide 1-on-1 training and support related to your sales strategy. Swing by the office to meet with our team!
2 - 4pm
JobTread Office
Meet the Developers and Brainstorm Feature Requests
Meet the JobTread developers and brainstorm future feature requests in this interactive, self-paced think tank.
4 - 6pm
JobTread Office
JobTread Behind-the-Scenes Office Tour
You're invited to check out the where the magic happens behind the software! Step foot on the grounds where JobTread was built, hang out with our team, and enjoy some time in our shoes.
7 - 9pm
Fox & Hound Pub
Welcome Party, Sponsored by Extreme Backyard & Beyond
Kick off the conference at the Fox & Hound pub just a few blocks from the conference hotel. Spark conversation over drinks, enjoy a build-your-own burger/chicken sandwich bar, and compete on endless bar games, including pool, ping pong, checkers, chess, and darts.
Day 2
Thursday, January 12, 2023
6 - 8am
Gold's Gym
Open Gym
Simply cross the street to take advantage of the Gold's Gym open gym hours for our conference attendees. Just show up with your conference badge and sign a waiver to check in!
7:30 - 8:30am
DoubleTree Hotel Lobby
Check-In & Networking
Network with JobTread partners and peers across the industry while enjoying morning coffee. Visit the JobTread Customer Success kiosks to get on-demand support and training.
8:30 - 9:30am
Azalea - Main Stage
Opening Session
Let's get ready to rumble!!! The JobTread team welcomes you to the inaugural JobTread Connect User Conference.
Presented By:
Eric Fortenberry, Founder & CEO, JobTread
9:30 - 10am
Azalea - Main Stage
Building a Stronger Team
There are a few companies that stand out in the home services industry. You probably know some: They have visionary leaders, delighted customers, and enthusiastic team members. But what do these companies all have in common? What's their secret? The answer is Purpose with a capital P. In this dynamic presentation, Mosse will outline how Purpose is created by a company leader and then communicated to the team so that every employee understands, embraces, and takes ownership of company goals.
Presented By:
Erika Mosse, Director of Content, ProRemodeler Magazine
10:30 - 11:20am
Education Sessions
Rose
JobTread 101 - Learn the Basics to Get Started
Gain a foundational understanding of JobTread and the essential steps to start using the system. We'll walk through CRM tools, Custom Fields, Custom Views, Document Templates, and the overall JobTread Hierarchy.
Presented by:
Michael Villarreal, Customer Success Manager, JobTread
Josh Castaneda, Customer Success Manager, JobTread
Azalea
Job Costing to Guarantee Profitability
Have you ever wondered “what went wrong” when your actual profit margin fell short of your target? It’s time to identify the exact sources of the problem. Through accurate and timely job costing, you will be more in control of your finances for each job and find ways to stop your slipping profit.
Presented By:
Eric Fortenberry, Founder & CEO, JobTread
Bluebonnet
Leveraging Online Payments To Improve Your AR and Cash Flow
Don’t sweat payments. Leave that for the jobsite. Digital payments is the next frontier in the construction business. Giving your customers the power of choice when it comes to invoice payments equals faster receivables and less hassle! Learn how JobTread and EVO Payments have partnered to make digital payments work for you can and your growing business.
Presented By:
Chad Lane, Senior Director Integrated Partners, Evo Payments
Danny McBride, Senior Business Development Executive, Evo Payments
11:30am - 12:30pm
Hotel Lobby
Lunch
Enjoy some delicious tex-mex fare from our beef & chicken fajita buffet complete with rice, beans, grilled peppers & onions, chips, salsa, and endless fixin's!
12:30 - 1:30pm
Azalea - Main Stage
Mediocrity Dies Today: Finding Your Edge
It's easy to be average in a world that fails to call us higher. Each of us has an ideal future version of ourselves that we're chasing. In this keynote, Tom will inspire attendees to find their edge by Winning the Moments. Each day we are all faced with micro-decisions, small moments... that require a choice. These choices stack and compound toward or away from your success. High-performing people simply follow the process and win more micro-moments than typical performers.
Presented by
Tom Reber, Founder, The Contractor Fight
1:30 - 2:20pm
Education Sessions
Azalea
Strategies for Building Your Cost Catalog & Budget Templates
One size does not fit all when building your catalog, yet some simple strategies could make a huge difference. Learn how to set up your cost catalog and budget templates so they can simplify your estimating process.
Presented By:
Alex Morales, Chief Operations Officer, JobTread
Rilee Fisher, Director of Business Development, JobTread
Bluebonnet
Close More and Bigger Deals with 100%-Free-to-Contractors Homeowner Financing
Did you know that Acorn Finance can help you attract more customers, without being limited to their cash-on-hand or credit score? Acorn Finance’s resident experts are here to show you how to sell more with less effort so you can get more return for everything you’re already putting in, and score more and bigger projects more easily. Meet Rick Wilson, a 20+ year industry pro, former contractor and financing expert, and Adrian Oesterreicht, Acorn’s VP of Contractor Channels, who has headed up contractor channel growth for a major digital financing company and brings a depth of experience from running his own general contracting, property management and real estate brokerage businesses.
Presented By:
Judy Thompson, VP Strategic Partnerships, Acorn Finance
Rick Wilson, Director of Contractor Success, Acorn Finance
Adrian Oesterreich, VP Contractor Channel, Acorn Finance
Rose
Process Mapping to Streamline Your JobTread Implementation
Remember... software is a tool, not a standalone solution. While software doesn’t simply “fix your problems,” it can serve as a tool to support your streamlined processes. Learn how to map your processes and identify gaps, widen bottle necks, and eliminate double entry to ensure your investment in technology pays off.
Presented By:
Anna Hunter, Director of Learning & Development, JobTread
2:30 - 3:20pm
Education Sessions
Azalea
Estimating, Pricing, and Increasing Sales with Upgrades & Selections
We don’t always need to cut our profit to win the job! Learn how to leverage JobTread to estimate effectively, price jobs to reach target profits, and increase your sales through upgrades and selections.
Presented By:
Rilee Fisher, Director of Business Development, JobTread
Rose
Transitioning To JobTread from Another System
Hear from JobTread users who have made the switch from other software programs including Buildertrend, CoConstruct, Jobber, Joist, and more. Learn tips, tricks, and best practices to ease your transition and set yourself up for success.
Presented By:
Customer Success Team
Bluebonnet
Best Practices and Workflows To Improve Your JobTread Efficiency
Bringing on technology to manage your jobs is exciting. But the data that allows you to manage your projects doesn't get into the software by magic or telepathy. Gain insights from those who have mastered efficiency so someone other than the business owner, contractor, or PM can help you “feed the machine.” Learn simple changes you can make to delegate more of your work.
Presented By:
Lariena Armstrong, Client Relations, My Staff Your Staff
3:30 - 4:20pm
Hotel Lobby
Networking, Expo & JobTread Support Happy Hour, Sponsored by Groundwork
Network with JobTread partners and peers across the industry while enjoying afternoon snacks, beer, and wine on the house! Visit the JobTread Customer Success kiosks to get on-demand support and training.
4:30 - 5:30pm
Industry Roundtable Discussions
Join fellow contractors in your field to build your network and discuss trends, challenges, best practices, and pathways to success. Further explore how JobTread can support your unique industry needs!
  • Remodelers -
    Azalea
  • Home Builders -
    Violet
  • Outdoor Living (Decking, Fencing, Landscape, and Pool Builders) -
    Bluebonnet
  • Specialty Contractors -
    Rose
7 - 9pm
AMF Richardson Lanes
Bowling, Booze & Billiards, Sponsored by Visa
Lace up your bowling shoes and chalk your pool cues as we enjoy drinks, pizza, wings, and friendly competition with JobTread users, staff, and partners! You won't want to miss this big night out at AMF Richardson Lanes on Thursday night. The event will be a night to remember!
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Day 3
Friday, January 13, 2023
6 - 8am
Gold's Gym
Open Gym
Simply cross the street to take advantage of the Gold's Gym open gym hours for our conference attendees. Just show up with your conference badge and sign a waiver to check in!
8 - 9am
Azalea - Main Stage
Reaching Success: Customer Spotlights
Some say success is in the eye of the beholder... what does success look like for you? Hear how four JobTread Pros define success and leverage JobTread to maximize their business potential.
9 - 9:30am
Azalea - Main Stage
Use Your Unique Story To Stand Out And Land Your Ideal Client
Want to be the obvious choice in your area? Learn how to articulate what makes you unique so you can grow your business and increase revenue.
Presented by
Logan Shinholser, Owner & CEO, Contractor Growth Network
9:30 - 10:20am
Education Sessions
Bluebonnet
From Lead to Customer to Advocate: Managing the Relationship Pipeline
Happy customers bring more customers! Set up your sales and CRM pipeline to provide a great customer experience. Learn how to create interactive documents, provide excellent customer service, streamline communication, and go the extra mile.
Presented By:
Josh Castaneda, Customer Success Manager, JobTread
Azalea
Get on the Same Page: Managing Subcontractors
Subcontractor management can make or break the success of your business. Effective subcontractor management is paramount to success and a strong, positive relationship with your subcontractors will benefit all involved. Afterall, they are partners in achieving your goals and satisfying your customers.
Presented By:
Michael Villarreal, Customer Success Manager, JobTread
Rose
Making the Most of JobTread Through Integrations
JobTread is keenly focused on helping you create a connected ecosystem for all the other software that is important for your business. We understand that JobTread may not be able to meet all the unique needs of each business, so we‘ve made it easy to integrate with your existing technology! Learn about our native integrations, integrating through Zapier, and integration requests.
Presented By:
Eric Fortenberry, Founder & CEO, JobTread
Andrew Kavas, Software Engineer, JobTread
10:30 - 11:20am
Education Sessions
Bluebonnet
Accounting 101 Crash Course
Get introduced to basic accounting concepts used in the construction industry to stay on top of your books. Learn essential elements of your balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and general financial formatting and explore how JobTread can support your financial transparency.
Presented By:
Christine Irizarry-Amoruso, Owner, Tradition Accounting and Bookkeeping
Rose
Managing Labor Costs to Achieve Your Target Profits
Labor costs are often the most expensive costs on a job, so it’s critical to get them right in order to achieve your target profit margin. More accurately estimate, budget, and manage your labor costs through bid requests & guaranteed amounts with subcontractors and time tracking & unitized production rates with employees.
Presented By:
Eric Fortenberry, Founder & CEO, JobTread
Azalea
Project Management: Planning, Scheduling, and Control
Job scheduling tools give you the power to schedule, track, and delegate tasks within your jobs, customers, and vendors so you don't miss a step. Explore helpful scheduling tools that are sure to make your life easier!
Presented By:
Michael Villarreal, Customer Success Manager, JobTread
11:30am - 12:30pm
Hotel Lobby
Lunch
Fill up on mouth watering BBQ chicken, braised short ribs, house potato salad, ranch style beans, corn on the cob, and warm buttered rolls.
12:30 - 1:30pm
Azalea - Main Stage
Secrets of Building a Business that Runs Itself
Chris and Amy will share how their success centers on hiring the right people and establishing a positive company culture. Discover their unique hiring strategy, the importance of empowering employees, and the keys to reducing employee turnover. Best of all, they will clue you into the secrets of building a sustainable business that runs itself!
Presented by
Chris & Amy Breen, Founders, Legacy Decks Academy
1:30 - 2:20pm
Education Sessions
Bluebonnet
Accounting 201 Crash Course
Build on your knowledge from the Accounting 101 Crash Course to take your bookkeeping to new heights. Explore concepts related to assets, liabilities, and overall cash flows.
Presented By:
Christine Irizarry-Amoruso, Owner, Tradition Accounting and Bookkeeping
Rose
Anatomy of the Sale
Accelerate your sales success with a simple, repeatable process that saves time, earns customer trust & separates you from the competition. Whether you're a born salesperson or someone who views sales as a necessary evil, this proven process will transform your client relationships, increase close rates and boost profits.
Presented By:
Dan Sherwood, Sales Manager & Coach, The Contractor Fight
Azalea
Increase Team Adoption and Overcome Resistance to Change
Turn your skeptics into advocates! Team buy-in is essential to successful software implementation. Explore why team members resist change, learn how to navigate resistance, and discover methods for getting your team on board with JobTread.
Presented By:
Anna Hunter, Director of Learning & Development, JobTread
2:30 - 3:30pm
Hotel Lobby
Networking, Expo & JobTread Support Happy Hour
Network with JobTread partners and peers across the industry while enjoying afternoon snacks, beer, and wine on the house! Visit the JobTread Customer Success kiosks to get on-demand support and training.
3:30 - 4:30pm
Azalea - Main Stage
JobTread Product Development Keynote
Where have we been? Where are we now? What's next? Join us in our excitement as we announce product developments and our future production roadmap!
Presented By:
Eric Fortenberry, Founder & CEO, JobTread
Rodeo Goat

Join us for Bowling, Booze & Billiards

Thursday, January 12th, 7-9 pm.

Lace up your bowling shoes and chalk your pool cues as we enjoy drinks, food, and friendly competition with JobTread users, staff, and partners! You won't want to miss this big night out at AMF Richardson Lanes on Thursday night. The event will be a night to remember!

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A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

These hand-selected JobTread Connect sponsors are committed to helping your business grow. Build relationships and explore services with our trusted partners to scale your business and maximize your profits.

The Contractor Fight
Legacy Decks Academy
The Contractor Growth Network
Evo Payments
Groundwork
The Cromeens Law Firm
Tradition Accounting and Bookkeeping
Acorn Finance
Virtual Construction Controllers
Extreme Backyard & Beyond
Visa
Deckorators

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JobTread Connect will take place at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Richardson, TX conveniently located within the DFW metroplex. Enjoy the complete conference experience by booking your stay at the conference hotel and receive complimentary made-to-order breakfast! As an added bonus, all social events are conveniently located within walking distance of the hotel.

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