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LED Lighting Supply: The Project Advantage Podcast

How do facility managers, contractors, and engineers gain a competitive edge in their projects? They stay ahead with expert insights—and that’s exactly what The Project Advantage delivers. Hosted by Neil and Cory of LED Lighting Supply, this podcast brings you straight to the source with in-depth industry discussions on energy efficiency, facility operations, and scalable business opportunities. Each episode features industry experts sharing the latest trends, strategies, and technology shaping the future of commercial, industrial, and sports-related projects. No sales pitch - just real expertise from real professionals. Tune in, stay informed, and gain The Project Advantage.

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    How Contractors Can Manage Insurance Compliance

    Nyasha Gutsa, representative from Billy for Insurance, joins Neil Peterson to discuss how electrical contractors, subcontractors, and general contractors can better manage insurance compliance on commercial and industrial projects. The conversation covers how proper insurance documentation, from certificates of insurance to endorsements, can directly affect whether your crew gets on site and whether you get paid on time.Topics We Cover00:13 – Introducing Nyasha Gutsa and Billy for Insurance 01:36 – How Billy helps GCs verify subcontractor insurance compliance 03:06 – Why insurance endorsements matter for electrical contractors 04:06 – Real-world use cases: data centers, sports lighting, and pole installation projects 05:19 – The pre-qualification portal and how subs can apply for work 07:15 – Billy's two service tiers: self-managed software and done-for-you compliance 09:12 – How to turn insurance compliance into a billable project line itemLinks From The Show🌐 Billy for Insurance: billyforinsurance.com 💼 Billy on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/getbilly/🔦 LED Lighting Supply: ledlightingsupply.com 📐 Request a Free Photometric Plan: ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-planHave a Question for the Show?If today's episode sparked a question about your next lighting project, whether it's a data center, sports field, or commercial build, send it to [email protected], and we may feature it in a future episode. If you found this conversation valuable, please subscribe to The Project Advantage Podcast and leave us a review. It helps other contractors and project managers find the show and get the resources they need to work smarter on every job.Subscribe & ListenApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/led-lighting-supply-the-project-advantage-podcast/id1813159666Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/2DQy60dzWboGcdGqQdKYdH Amazon Music — https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/38ae03de-69cd-402d-8d97-20b705fca2a3/led-lighting-supply-the-project-advantage-podcast

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    Lighting Trends Contractors Should Watch in 2026

    What lighting trends should contractors be watching in 2026?In this #podcast episode, Neil Peterson welcomes back David Shiller, Editor of LightNOW, to discuss the biggest shifts shaping the lighting industry, from dark-sky lighting compliance, tariff news, the fluorescent light ban, and broader market forces.Topics We Cover00:00 – Welcome & introduction to David Shiller, Editor of LightNOW01:40 – The ongoing phase-out of fluorescent & HID lighting03:16 – The rise of dark sky lighting & new state-level compliance laws05:25 – Growth of selectable LED technology (wattage, CCT & optics)08:35 – Tariffs, pricing shifts & real estate market impact12:17 – Data centers, LED rebates & how rising electricity costs affect ROILinks From The Show📰 LightNOW – Industry News & Insightshttps://www.lightnowblog.com/💡 LED Lighting Supply – Commercial & Industrial Lightinghttps://www.ledlightingsupply.com/📩 Get a Custom Lighting Planhttps://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-planHave a question or challenge in your facility or contracting business? Reach out to us at [email protected], and we may feature it in a future episode. If The Project Advantage is helping you stay ahead, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!Subscribe & Review: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/led-lighting-supply-the-project-advantage-podcast/id1813159666 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DQy60dzWboGcdGqQdKYdH Amazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/38ae03de-69cd-402d-8d97-20b705fca2a3/led-lighting-supply-the-project-advantage-podcast 

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    Protecting Contractor Margins With LEDs and Tax Deductions

    How can lighting design and modern lighting technology help contractors improve project outcomes, strengthen profitability, and make better long-term financial decisions?In this #podcast episode, we sat down with Mason Brady of Brady CFO to explore how contractors can use lighting design, lighting plans, and upgraded lighting technology to support better pricing, cleaner installs, stronger ROI, and improved customer experience. We also discuss how energy savings, utility rebates, and incentives like the 179D tax deduction fit into a broader strategy for contractors looking to grow their business with smarter planning and financial insights.Topics We Cover00:00 – Meet Mason Brady & what Brady CFO does for contractors02:11 – The biggest financial challenges contractors face today03:55 – Which contractors benefit from CFO-level financial strategy07:09 – Why lighting design & lighting plans matter for contractors10:14 – Modern LED tech: wattage tuning, color changing, flexibility11:16 – Energy savings, rebates & ROI from LED upgrades11:58 – Understanding the 179D tax deduction for energy projects13:24 – How LED upgrades improve safety, experience & long-term valueLinks & Resources💡 Brady CFO https://bradycfo.comConnect with Mason Brady on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/masonbrady/ 📩 Get a Lighting Plan with Product Recommendationshttps://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-plan💡 Learn More About LED Lighting Energy Savingshttps://www.ledlightingsupply.comHave a question or challenge in your facility or contracting business? Reach out to us at [email protected], and we may feature it in a future episode. If The Project Advantage is helping you stay ahead, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review!Subscribe & Review: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/led-lighting-supply-the-project-advantage-podcast/id1813159666 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DQy60dzWboGcdGqQdKYdH Amazon:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/38ae03de-69cd-402d-8d97-20b705fca2a3/led-lighting-supply-the-project-advantage-podcast 

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    Commissioning Fundamentals for Contractors

    How can an electrical-related or energy-saving project turn the final QA step to be completed faster, more accurately, and with better documentation?In this episode of the Project Advantage Podcast, Cory Peterson sits down with Thomas Jarloev, Founder and CEO of CX Planner, to explain how commissioning is evolving from manual checklists into structured digital QA workflows.They explore how electricians, contractors, and building owners can apply commissioning principles to improve QA processes, system verification, and project handoff across energy-saving and other electrical projects.Topics we cover:00:00 - Thomas Jarloev & commissioning introduction08:05 - What electrical projects include as a final QA step10:50 - Why commissioning impacts system performance long after installation16:13 - How poor documentation creates issues for owners and facilities teams19:31 - When spreadsheets stop working for commissioning and QA workflows23:18 - How digital tools and AI support modern commissioning processes29:25 - The future of commissioning in lighting, electrical systems, and facility operationsLinks from the show: 💡CX Plannerhttps://cxplanner.comConnect with Thomas Jarloev on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thomastoftgaardjarloev/ 📩 Get Your Custom Lighting Plan with Product Recommendationshttps://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-plan 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopersQuality ControlQuality AssuranceCommissioningElectrical CommissioningTesting and Commissioning ElectricalWhat is Testing & Commissioning in Electricalinstallation commissioning and maintenance of electrical equipmentElectricalFacility ManagementOperation and Maintenance

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    AI for Contractors: How LLMs like ChatGPT and Claude are Changing Search, SEO, and Visibility

    How should contractors think about SEO in the era of AI?In this episode, Cory Peterson sits down with SEO and growth advisor, Kevin Indig to break down how LLM tools like ChatGPT and Claude are changing search, customer discovery, and decision-making for contractors and facility managers. The conversation explores how showing up in Google and AI results now depends on context, content, and trust.Topics we cover:0:00 – Meet Kevin Indig 02:45 – Why should contractors and facility managers care about SEO? 10:14 – How do Google, ChatGPT, and Claude influence buying decisions today? 13:02 – Is SEO really worth it for local and regional contractors? 22:17 – How do AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude decide which contractors to recommend? 33:42 – Is it too late to start SEO and AI-driven search strategies? 36:31 – Should contractors hire an agency, a freelancer, or build SEO in-house? 46:39 – Can SEO experimentation actually work for growing and enterprise companies?Links from the show: 🔗 Growth Memo Newsletter https://www.growth-memo.com🔗 Connect with Kevin Indig on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinindig/ 🎥 WATCH - The Power of AI on the Construction Industry:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wFd_RiYSps&list=PL6UXdr3IVMfTXnQm0f2jgZrrpfYDWHgCn&index=2  

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    3 Things ELEVENO Got Right with Their Pickleball Court Lighting | LED Lighting Supply

    What does it take to transform a blank space into a premier indoor pickleball facility?In this #podcast episode, Cory Peterson sits down with Bob Saraf of ELEVENO Pickleball to share how his team turned a former retail space at Patriot Place in Foxborough, Massachusetts, into a nine-court indoor destination. They dive into ELEVENO’s entertainment-first vision, the community-driven approach behind the club, and the essential pickleball court lighting decisions, including black ceilings, fixture placement, glare control, lighting controls, and glow-in-the-dark play that helped light up pickleball the right way. Bob also highlights the behind-the-scenes challenges, from tight timelines and vendor selection to meeting project timelines.Topics we cover:0:00 – ELEVENO Pickleball Intro2:01 – The vision behind the entertainment-driven pickleball facility at Patriot Place6:14 – Designing the ideal pickleball lighting layout and selecting the right fixtures11:49 – Premium design elements: lighting, fencing, turf walls, glass entry, and aesthetics17:31 – Programming for all skill levels and building a community-first club22:38 – Grand opening details, hours, and what players can expectLinks from the show: 🔗 ELEVENO Pickleballhttps://www.eleveno.com/ Follow Bob Saraf: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-saraf-2a96848a/ 💡 Pickleball Court Lighting by LED Lighting Supply:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/led-sports-lighting/led-pickleball-court-lights📩 Request a Free Pickleball Court Lighting Plan:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-plan/sports-lighting-design🔧 Learn More About Indoor LED Sports Lighting:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/led-sports-lighting🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers

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    Digitizing Procurement, The Power of AI on the Construction Industry, & Data Integrity

    In this #podcast episode of The Project Advantage Podcast, Cory Peterson, VP of Marketing & Sales Ops at LED Lighting Supply, sits down with Melissa Dixon, Senior Product Manager at Trimble®, to discuss how construction companies are modernizing through technology.Melissa and Cory explain how moving to a digitized workflow with digital platforms help contractors, distributors, and manufacturers work together more efficiently. By providing clearer visibility and real-time product specifications, the data integrity of digital procurement helps to reduce manual errors, improve communication, and help teams stay ahead with the ability spot trends quickly.They also dive into the growing role of AI for contractors, showing how automation and real-time data make day-to-day operations faster and more accurate. Topics we cover:00:00 Welcome and introduction to Trimble01:40 When it makes sense for contractors to digitize03:59 How manual workflows increase cost and risk05:42 How Trimble’s digital platform solves data gaps08:05 Managing material pricing and tariff surcharges13:18 Using digital tools to control tariffs and construction costs20:49 The evolving role of AI for contractors26:27 Modular tools for sustainable contractor business growth33:44 The measurable ROI from digital transformation36:19 Where to learn more about Trimble’s construction solutionsLinks from the show: 🌐 Trimble®: https://www.trimble.com/en🎥 WATCH - How Distributors SAVE Time & WIN More Bids With AI-Powered Software | LED Lighting Supply: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Qc71gcr2VI&list=PL6UXdr3IVMfTXnQm0f2jgZrrpfYDWHgCn&index=2 📩 Request a FREE Lighting or Fan Plan: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-plan 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers

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    What is the Future of Worker Safety in the Construction Industry? | LED Lighting Supply

    Construction safety isn’t just a regulation; it’s the foundation of every successful project.In this #podcast episode, we sit down with Mike Maloney of ABC® Massachusetts and Gould Construction Institute to explore the critical role of construction safety, training, and the current state of trades careers.From apprenticeship programs to the latest OSHA requirements, Mike shares how today’s commercial construction contractors can protect workers, fill the labor shortage, and grow their businesses responsibly.Topics we cover:00:13 – Introduction: Mike Maloney02:51 – Apprenticeship programs and worker training10:18 – How to become an instructor and maximize worker construction safety13:25 – Workforce shortages in construction27:42 – Improve worker safety on job sites through proper training37:16 – Scholarships and opportunities for commercial construction contractors and apprenticesLinks from the show: 💡 Learn more about ABC® Massachusetts: https://www.abcma.org🎓 Explore Gould Construction Institute: https://www.gwgci.org 🎧 Listen to The Build Zone Podcast: https://www.abcma.org/Membership/The-Build-Zone-Podcast Connect with Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-maloney-7294811a2/ 🎥 WATCH - Explore a Career in the Trades: Skilled Trades Shortage: What Students & Instructors Need To Know | The Project Advantage Podcast📩 Request a FREE Lighting or Fan Plan: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/ceiling-fan-layout 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers

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    How Distributors Save Time & Win More Bids With AI-Powered Software | LED Lighting Supply

    Are long quoting and submittal hours draining your margins?In this #episode of The Project Advantage, Cory Peterson, VP of Marketing & Sales Ops at LED Lighting Supply, talks with Forest Flager, CEO of Parspec, about how AI-powered software is helping distributors maximize productivity and boost profitability.Topics we cover:00:00 – From architecture & engineering to AI-powered product selection, quoting, and submittals02:30 – Why quotes cost 30+ hours (and how to cut it in half)07:15 – Product recommendations & margins that boost profitability12:00 – Project management benefits: order status, lead times, visibility18:20 – Tariffs: pricing pressure & sourcing “U.S.-made” alternatives24:00 – The future of software for distributors & AI-native toolsLinks from the show: Parspec: https://www.parspec.io/Forest Flager | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/forestflager/ 💡 Browse Commercial LED Lights: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/commercial-lighting 🎥 Watch How to Avoid Project Cost Surges: youtube.com/watch?v=Yv_N6P-x4nI&list=PL6UXdr3IVMfTXnQm0f2jgZrrpfYDWHgCn&index=5&t=111s 📩 Request a FREE Lighting or Fan Plan: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/ceiling-fan-layout 📱 Use our FREE Done-For-You Commercial LED Savings Calculator: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/resources/calculators/commercial-led-savings-calculator 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers

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    Tariff Impact on the Construction Industry: How Contractors Can SAVE

    How can contractors maximize savings and stay prepared amidst the uncertainty around tariffs?In this #podcast episode of The Project Advantage, Cory and Neil explain questions you should be asking your supplier, how energy-efficient products still save on energy costs despite price increases, staying ahead with utility projects, and how steel and aluminum tariffs are impacting contractors. They share practical ways customers can lower their energy costs, improve energy efficiency, and further enhance savings from available rebates. Topics we cover:00:00 – Fall 2025 Tariff Update 02:15 – Federal Rulings and the Ripple Effect for Contractors 05:40 – Aluminum & Steel 2025 Tariffs: The Impact on Construction Projects 09:00 – How to Stay Ahead with Utility Tariffs 13:27 – How LEDs & Fans Offset Tariff Price Increases 20:15 – Questions to Ask Your Supplier 26:45 – Looking Ahead: 2026 Tariffs💡 Browse Commercial LED Lights: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/commercial-lighting 🎥 Watch How to Avoid Project Cost Surges: youtube.com/watch?v=Yv_N6P-x4nI&list=PL6UXdr3IVMfTXnQm0f2jgZrrpfYDWHgCn&index=5&t=111s 📩 Request a FREE Lighting or Fan Plan: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/ 📱 Use our FREE Done-For-You Commercial LED Savings Calculator: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/resources/calculators/commercial-led-savings-calculator 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers!Listen on your favorite platform:iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/led-lighting-supply-the-project-advantage-podcast/id1813159666 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DQy60dzWboGcdGqQdKYdH Amazon:https://www.amazon.it/LED-Lighting-Supply-Project-Advantage/dp/B0F8JB3X13?utm_campaign=15042583-LLS%20TPA%20Podcast&utm_content=340269332&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&hss_channel=ytc-UCYYSOQ9MYzy3d4aTBmdkF-w 

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    Gain a Competitive Edge With Proper Pickleball Court Lighting | LED Lighting Supply

    Planning a new indoor sports facility build or an existing facility upgrade? Pro Tip: Start with the lighting.In this episode, Bill Taylor, Operations Manager and Head Pro at Match Point Pickleball Club, shares how they built what is soon to be the world’s largest indoor pickleball facility using a custom-tailored pickleball court light recommendation from LED Lighting Supply. Proper lighting impacts precision on the court, player safety, and spectator visibility. To get the best ROI on your pickleball lighting system, consider these supplier selection tips from Match Point.Topics we cover:00:00 – Meet Bill Taylor, Introducing Match Point Pickleball Club01:25 – Considerations for the ideal pickleball court environment03:24 – The importance of lighting for every level of play08:04 – Before you start, get a custom lighting plan14:27 – Pickleball champs: Guinness World Record in Columbus, OhioLinks from the Show:Matchpoint Pickleball Club (Columbus, OH): https://www.matchpointpickleballclub.com/ Bill Taylor | LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-t-29442144/ 💡 Pickleball Court Lighting by LED Lighting Supply:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/led-sports-lighting/led-pickleball-court-lights📩 Request a Free Pickleball Court Lighting Plan: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-plan/sports-lighting-design🔧 Learn More About Indoor LED Sports Lighting:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/led-sports-lighting 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers! Have a question or challenge in your facility or contracting business? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we may feature it in a future episode. If The Project Advantage is helping you stay ahead, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Subscribe & Review: iTunes | Spotify | Amazon

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    How Tariffs & Microgrid Reliability Are Reshaping the Utilities Industry for Contractors | LED Lighting Supply

    Are utilities industry contractors ready for the impact of tariffs and electric grid modernization?In this episode, Nikki Chandler (Group Editorial Director at Endeavor Business Media) joins Neil Peterson to talk about the modernization of the U.S. electric grid, contractor challenges, and the evolving utility market.Topics we cover:  01:15 – What does the Energy Group cover? 03:38 – The evolution of grid modernization 05:52 – Cybersecurity & grid resiliency 07:28 – Is nuclear power making a comeback? 09:30 – Tariffs: Costs, disruptions & project delays 11:39 – The future of power poles: Wood vs. composite 16:57 – Inspiring the next generation of utility workers 20:42 – Final stats from IEEE PESLinks from the Show:Endeavor Business Media – Energy Group: https://www.endeavorbusinessmedia.com/brands/energyT&D World:  https://www.tdworld.com/Microgrid Knowledge: https://www.microgridknowledge.com/EnergyTech: https://www.energytech.com/Nikki Chandler | LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-chandler-2aa5a012/ 📋Request a FREE custom pole quote: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/request-pole-pricing📦Utility Poles: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/utility-poles 📱 Use our FREE Pole Wind Load Calculator: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/resources/calculators/pole-wind-load-calculator 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers! Have a question or challenge in your facility or contracting business? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we may feature it in a future episode. If The Project Advantage is helping you stay ahead, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Subscribe & Review: iTunes | Spotify | Amazon

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    Skilled Trades Shortage: What Students and Instructors Need to Know | LED Lighting Supply

    How can we solve the skilled trades shortage before the next generation enters the workforce?The skilled trades are facing a serious workforce shortage, but there's a path forward. In this episode, Cory Peterson sits down with Kate Cinnamo from Explore the Trades to discuss what skilled trades are, why the shortage exists, and how to prepare for a skilled trades career. Discover real solutions involving early education, career path visibility, and business-school partnerships.Topics we cover:00:45 – K-12 education for skilled trades02:29 – Visual career paths that inspire04:14 – Why skilled trades face a shortage10:54 – Who makes the best trade instructors13:27 – How local businesses can get involved18:53 – Using CTE funding to solve hiring needs24:42 – Why AI growth depends on skilled tradesLinks from the Show:Why Explore a Career in the TradesElectrician Career PathExplore The Trades ResourcesPlumber vs. College 10-year Comparison Trayectoria Para La Carrera De ElectricistaKate Cinnamo | LinkedInCory Peterson | LinkedIn💡 Shop UFO High Bay Lights & Linear High Bay Lights:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/commercial-lighting/led-high-bay-lights🎥 Watch our Top High Bay LED Lights for Facilities:https://youtu.be/ZmlbnAIdxjU?si=sZFHdHXFY2nwbMrQ📩 Request a FREE Lighting Plan: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-plan📱 Use our FREE Done-For-You Commercial LED Savings Calculator:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/resources/calculators/commercial-led-savings-calculator 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers!🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers! Have a question or challenge in your facility or contracting business? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we may feature it in a future episode. If The Project Advantage is helping you stay ahead, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Subscribe & Review: iTunes | Spotify | Amazon

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    Fluorescent Light Ban: Why LEDs Are The Smarter Choice | LED Lighting Supply

    How are mercury lamp bans impacting lighting costs and product availability in 2025?In this episode, Neil Peterson and David Shiller of LightNow explore what contractors and facility managers need to know about the latest fluorescent tube light ban and how it’s influencing the shift to LED solutions.Topics we cover:00:11 – What’s driving the LED market shift?03:49 – How are tariffs delaying lighting projects?06:17 – What do state mercury lamp bans include?10:31 – Why are fluorescent and HID prices spiking?14:47 – Will there be a nationwide lighting banLinks from the Show:David Shiller | LinkedInVisit LightNOW News💡 Shop UFO High Bay Lights & Linear High Bay Lights:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/commercial-lighting/led-high-bay-lights🎥 Watch our Top High Bay LED Lights for Facilities:https://youtu.be/ZmlbnAIdxjU?si=sZFHdHXFY2nwbMrQ📩 Request a FREE Lighting Plan: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-plan📱 Use our FREE Done-For-You Commercial LED Savings Calculator:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/resources/calculators/commercial-led-savings-calculator 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers! Have a question or challenge in your facility or contracting business? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we may feature it in a future episode. If The Project Advantage is helping you stay ahead, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Subscribe & Review: iTunes | Spotify | Amazon

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    Tariffs Explained for Contractors: Avoiding Project Cost Surprises | LED Lighting Supply

    Can your project budget handle the next round of tariffs?In this episode, we dive into the ripple effects of international tariffs on contractors and facility managers. Cory and Neil Peterson unpack the real-time challenges these shifts pose and what you can do to avoid project delays, skyrocketing costs, or strained client relationships. Topics we cover:(00:13) – Why tariffs matter now for contractors and facility managers(02:11) – Who really pays for tariffs and the impact on supply chains(03:40) – How to avoid surprise cost increases with better supplier strategy(07:02) – How to communicate price risks to clients(08:44) – Tariff-proof products and the future of U.S. manufacturing💡 Shop UFO High Bay Lights & Linear High Bay Lights:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/commercial-lighting/led-high-bay-lights🎥 Watch our Top High Bay LED Lights for Facilities:https://youtu.be/ZmlbnAIdxjU?si=sZFHdHXFY2nwbMrQ📩 Request a FREE Lighting Plan: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-plan📱 Use our FREE Done-For-You Commercial LED Savings Calculator:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/resources/calculators/commercial-led-savings-calculator Have a question or challenge in your facility or contracting business? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we may feature it in a future episode. 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers! Have a question or challenge in your facility or contracting business? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we may feature it in a future episode. If The Project Advantage is helping you stay ahead, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Subscribe & Review: iTunes | Spotify | Amazon

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    How Facility Managers + Contractors Can Use Experimentation to Accelerate Business Growth | LED Lighting Supply

    What if your next business breakthrough came from testing, not guessing?In this episode of The Project Advantage, Cory Peterson sits down with Paul Randall from Speero to explore how experimentation-led growth is reshaping the way contractors and facility managers make decisions. From practical customer feedback loops to small-scale testing strategies, this episode delivers clear, actionable insights to help you adapt faster and grow smarter.Topics we cover:(1:58) – What experimentation-led growth really means for contractors(5:14) – Getting useful feedback before it’s too late(10:06) – Why trust and clarity are your website’s most powerful assets(17:20) – How small teams can use data and intuition to improve results(29:43) – The right (and wrong) ways to use AI in your customer experienceLinks from the Show:SpeeroPaul Randall | LinkedIn💡 Shop UFO High Bay Lights & Linear High Bay Lights:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/commercial-lighting/led-high-bay-lights🎥 Watch our Top High Bay LED Lights for Facilities:https://youtu.be/ZmlbnAIdxjU?si=sZFHdHXFY2nwbMrQ📩 Request a FREE Lighting Plan: https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/photometric-plan📱 Use our FREE Done-For-You Commercial LED Savings Calculator:https://www.ledlightingsupply.com/resources/calculators/commercial-led-savings-calculator 🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers! Have a question or challenge in your facility or contracting business? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we may feature it in a future episode. If The Project Advantage is helping you stay ahead, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Subscribe & Review: iTunes | Spotify | Amazon

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    Welcome to The Project Advantage Podcast

    Welcome to The Project Advantage Podcast, where we bring real-world conversations to contractors, facility managers, and industry professionals who want to stay ahead.In this short trailer, we’ll give you a glimpse of what’s coming—expert interviews, field-tested insights, and practical strategies to help your business grow smarter.🔔 Subscribe for unboxings, insights, & bloopers! Have a question or challenge in your facility or contracting business? Reach out to us at [email protected] and we may feature it in a future episode. If The Project Advantage is helping you stay ahead, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Subscribe & Review: iTunes | Spotify | Amazon

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

How do facility managers, contractors, and engineers gain a competitive edge in their projects? They stay ahead with expert insights—and that’s exactly what The Project Advantage delivers. Hosted by Neil and Cory of LED Lighting Supply, this podcast brings you straight to the source with in-depth industry discussions on energy efficiency, facility operations, and scalable business opportunities. Each episode features industry experts sharing the latest trends, strategies, and technology shaping the future of commercial, industrial, and sports-related projects. No sales pitch - just real expertise from real professionals. Tune in, stay informed, and gain The Project Advantage.

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How do facility managers, contractors, and engineers gain a competitive edge in their projects? They stay ahead with expert insights—and that’s exactly what The Project Advantage delivers. Hosted by Neil and Cory of LED Lighting Supply, this podcast brings you straight to the source with in-depth...

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LED Lighting Supply: The Project Advantage Podcast has 17 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

Where can I listen to LED Lighting Supply: The Project Advantage Podcast?

You can listen to LED Lighting Supply: The Project Advantage Podcast on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.

Who hosts LED Lighting Supply: The Project Advantage Podcast?

LED Lighting Supply: The Project Advantage Podcast is created and hosted by Project Advantage Podcast.
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