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

Pre-Conference Event Promotion

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.

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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 Agenda

  • 8:00AM - Sponsors Check-in

  • 8:30AM - Check-in

  • 9:00AM - Introduction

  • 9:10AM - Why Independent Contractors Must Step Up Now

  • 9:30AM - Building a Stronger Brand Presence Online and In-Home

  • 10:15AM - Break

  • 10:30AM - Lead Generation Strategies That Work for Independents

  • 11:30AM - 5 Growth Stages of a Waterproofing Company

12:30PM - 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 Agenda

  • 1:45PM - Sales Panel: How Three Owners Compete and Win Against Private Equity

  • 2:45PM - Building Better Sales Reps: Training, Development, and the Role of AI

  • 3:15PM - Introducing The Basement Boardroom

  • 3:30PM - Wrap-Up: Q&A and Commitments

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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