The Kitchen Table

Author: Ken Baden

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ICE Raids, Insurance Wars, and the Retail Revolution: A Roofing State of the Union with your host Ken Baden
Episode 138
Friday, 13 February, 2026

EPISODE NOTESHost: Ken Baden — CEO & President, Potomac Custom Remodeling and Baden Consulting Format: Solo episode, no guest Runtime: Approx. 21 minutesPeople & Companies Mentioned:Dmitry Lipinskiy — Roofing Insights (hosted Ken on his podcast and radio show in Minnesota)Chris Simberman — industry contact discussing business pivotsNetwork shoutouts: John Cena, Chris Jericho, Adam Vidzeme, Brandon J., Todd Price, John McCainbridge, Adam Champagne, Tony Flahom, Kurt LindemannKey Topics:ICE enforcement & the Hispanic labor workforce — staffing, costs, and project timelinesCredit score landscape — 64% of Americans have a FICO above 700 (live ChatGPT lookup done on air)National roofing market dropped ~19% in 2025UPPA law — what it means for contractors working insurance claimsInsurance drop letters — companies requiring roof replacement within 30 days or canceling policiesRetail vs. insurance restoration — pros, cons, and why diversification is criticalWhat a working retail sales system looks like (lead gen, setter-closer model, 30–35% close rate)Super Bowl local ad spot secured a week before the game2026 mindset — down markets create market share opportunitiesBaden Consulting is currently accepting a limited number of clients per quarter. Reach out to Ken directly for availability or referrals to vetted industry consultants.