Compete and Win Against Well-Funded Waterproofers


Join us for a one-day event packed with practical tools, real-world strategies, and contractor-led insights to help you outsmart (not outspend) the big guys.


📍 September 16, 2025 – Rivers Casino, Des Plaines, IL
⏰ 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

⚠️ Limited Seats – First Come, First Serve

*Hosted by Rainmaker For Contractors & Richtech Industries

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL ENDS AUGUST 4, 2025!!

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Double the Impact, One Trip.

Already attending the BHA Fall Conference in Chicago? Make the most of your visit with an exclusive, one-day event the day before.

Same City

Same Hotel Block

Zero Schedule Overlap

Focused for Independents

  • Same City — No extra travel required. Maximize your time, not your expenses.
  • Same Hotel Block — Seamless logistics from check-in to checkout.
  • Zero Schedule Overlap — Attend both events without any fear of missing out.
  • 100% Independent Focus — A full day dedicated to learning how to beat the big guys.

Industry Insight

Get macro-level trends and forecasts straight from the BHA to stay ahead of the curve.

Actionable Tools

Walk away with competitor-ready tactics and turnkey tech ideas you can implement immediately.

Compete and Win Hotel Special – walking distance from the Casino!
Book Your Room Here COMPETE AND WIN GROUP BLOCK
Includes: Grab & Go Breakfast, Reduced Parking Fee, and 48 hour cancellation
Last Day to Book with the BHA rate: Monday, August 04, 2025

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What You’ll Learn at the Event

This is not a theory day. You’ll walk away with strategies, tools, and connections to help your company compete—and grow—without PE backing or massive budgets. Agenda may change without notice.

Morning Sessions: Competing Without Outspending

  • Welcome & Kickoff

    Set the tone for the day and how to get the most value in just one day together.

  • The Challenge: Private Equity’s Advantage

    Understand what you're really up against—and why it’s not hopeless.

  • Online Branding That Works

    Websites, Google listings, smart chat, AI-driven follow-up, and reviews that actually convert.

  • Offline Branding That Closes

    Leave-behinds, pitch decks, yard signs, and private labeling tools to help you look and feel like a market leader.

  • Know What’s Working

    What to measure. How to track ROI. And how to stop wasting marketing dollars.

Lunch Break: On Your Own

Grab lunch at one of the many options inside Rivers Casino. It’s a perfect time to connect with other contractors over good food.

Afternoon Sessions: Real Tactics, Real Growth

  • Owner Panel: What’s Actually Working

    Real contractors share how they’re closing jobs without blowing out their budgets.

  • The 5 Stages of Contractor Growth

    Where are you now—and what’s your next step to scale?

  • Developing Your Sales Team

    From one-man shows to building closers. Tools to record, coach, and improve fast.

  • Inside a Rainmaker Mastermind Group

    You’ll get a preview of our Mastermind groups—designed to drive real change.

  • Wrap-Up & Action Planning

    Bring your questions and leave with a short, clear list of actions to take when you’re back at your office.

There's more!

Want Ongoing Support After the Event?

Join a Rainmaker Mastermind Group.

This conference is just the beginning. If you're serious about staying independent and competitive, consider joining a small group of like-minded contractors for continued strategy, accountability, and growth.

You’ll get:

Peer collaboration with other motivated contractors

Accountability check-ins

Coaching from industry pros


Perfect for owners who want results—not just ideas.

Meet Your Hosts

Bill Crawford

Is the founder of Rainmaker for Contractors, a digital marketing agency that specializes in helping basement waterproofing companies grow and compete in today’s market. A former waterproofing franchise owner himself, Bill understands the real-world challenges independent contractors face—and he’s passionate about helping them win against better-funded competitors.

Jim Kodysh

Is the General Manager of RichTech Industries, a leading manufacturer of basement waterproofing products used by contractors all across North America. With decades of experience in the industry, Jim has worked closely with hundreds of contractors and deeply believes in supporting the independent businesses that keep the industry strong and competitive.

Reserve Your Spot Now – Just $97


Seats are limited, and this event will sell out.

Don’t miss your chance to learn what’s actually working for independent contractors competing in today’s market.

Questions?


 Email Bill Crawford at [email protected]

or Jim Kodysh at [email protected]

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