Meet the Convention Seminar Speakers In 2021, FRSA is offering 25 continuing education seminars (totaling 30 hours) that feature the best-of-the-best industry instructors. Many of the seminars focus on changes in the Florida Building Code presented by instructors who possess strong insight into the code and its application. They provide real-world examples and can respond to specific questions that you face in your day-to-day operations. Don’t miss these great opportunities. Visit www.floridaroof.com to register now.
As CEO of Cotney Attorneys & Consultants and FRSA’s General Counsel, Trent is dedicated to serving the roofing industry. He routinely represents contractors on construction-related matters including contract review, construction disputes and OSHA issues.
Tray Batcher
Ed Groblewski
Jim Brauner
Greg Hayne
Ben Briggs
Rob Irion
Tray represents clients in all aspects of construction law, including liens, bonds, construction defect litigation, OSHA defense and licensing. Previously, he worked in construction as an estimator for a multimillion-dollar structural contracting company.
Jim owns Brauner Safety Services, Inc. and serves as a Director on the FRSA Board. He offers more than 30 years of roofing industry experience ranging from equipment sales to training and safety. His expertise will help you train efficient and safe crews.
Ben represents clients in all aspects of labor and employment law, including wage and hour, discrimination and retaliation claims, drafting employment contracts, restrictive covenants and more. Ben has been recognized by Florida Super Lawyers for his work.
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Trent Cotney
FLORIDA ROOFING | June 2021
Ed serves as Senior Fastener Specialist for South Florida and the Caribbean at Simpson Strong-Tie with 20 years experience there. He graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a degree in Business Administration degree in Management.
Greg owns Hayne Coaching Group, which helps contractors find and implement better, smarter, more innovative ways to work. His proven Creating Great Service training, support and implementation program helps commercial roofers grow their service departments. Owner of AAA Construction School, Rob started helping people pass Florida contractor exams in the late 1970s. His considerable construction experience, coupled with years of teaching students, enables him to help people prepare for state exams.