Solar-fit Renewable Energy Radio

 Bill interviews leading energy professionals during the Florida Solar Energy Industries Association Solar Summit at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Florida. This year's Summit was a huge success with experts from across the nation convening to share thoughts and ideas about the fastest growing segment of America's energy market...solar power and solar storage. The speakers did a wonderful job of explaining the intricacies of battery technology, which is particularly important here in the Sunshine State with the potential of grid outages due to hurricanes. Our good friend Jim Brown with LG always does an excellent job of communicating the benefits of harvesting energy from the sun and storing it to create true energy independence. Other important topics covered include financing options that were shared by Lex Ford with Climate First Bank, to help make solar and storage affordable for Floridians interested in saving money and safeguarding their homes and families. Keynote Speaker, Chris Castro, Chie

 Hear Bill's interview with his longtime friend, and great American, Ed Connor.Ed extended an invitation for Bill to visit his residence for the interview, and what a beautiful home it is, situated on the east shore of the Halifax River on John Anderson Drive in Ormond Beach, Florida. As a young entrepreneur in California, designing golf courses, Ed became fascinated with mountain climbing. Now for those who are not familiar with this particular skill set...let's just say that it is not for the faint of heart. To excel in this endeavor, you need to have the conditioning of a triathlete, and a measure of courage well beyond the norm.From the summit of Half Dome in the Yosemite Valley of California...to Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere, (over 22,000 feet), Ed has made his mark as one of the most versatile mountain climbers on the planet. The climbing stories that Ed shares during the interview are riveting and provide a snapshot into the mind of endurance athletes. We are blessed

Hear Bill's interview with Sara Delisle, VP, Government Affairs Director with Swell Energy, and John Sheldon, Director of New Business Capabilities with Renu Energy Solutions, based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Sara does an excellent job of explaining the intricacies of the recent IRA bill, and the positive impact for businesses and nonprofits interested in renewable energy. Her company, Swell Energy, is on the leading edge of the technological advances of solar and storage. John's company, Renu Energy Solutions is a hands on, let's make solar as common as flat screen TV's enterprise that has developed some of the coolest projects on the planet, including an awesome solar power system at Charlotte Motor Speedway! As motors racing fans, sponsors of Daniel Dye racing, and supporters of the Race to Stop Suicide, we are thrilled to see the power of solar being showcased at NASCAR events. Thank you, Sara and John, for the educational and informative interview. Keep up the great work helping fo

Hear Bill's interview with Erik Libby, founder and CEO of The To-Do Dudes. Erik's team is a group of college and high school students with an ambition to create positive change in our communities. Their mission is to provide a helping hand to neighbors...with a smile. His team can help you with parties and events, cleaning, yard work, moving and lifting, and their newest addition to helping others is their awesome tech help support. This was a great interview as Erik shared his thoughts about arriving on time, doing a great job, and providing services that might otherwise remain undone due to the busy nature of society today. Do you have a garage that you have been thinking about cleaning for the last ten years, but just have not gotten to it? How about some yard work that you have been putting off until you "find the time"...or maybe you need some help setting up your computer or other electronic device at your home. No worries...give The To-Do Dudes a call. (They have plenty of Dudettes

Hear Bill and Gloria discuss new developments in the solar industry and introduce Solar-Fit's new Solar + Roof Program. Seems like these days, everybody is talking about replacing their roofs, due to normal aging, or perhaps new insurance requirements. The issue is how do we pay for a new roof if the budget is already tight, and the roof replacement timeline is perhaps unexpected? No worries, our Solar-Fit Solar + Roof Program allows qualifying homeowners the opportunity to bundle the roof project with the solar project and finance the combined investments for zero money down. The exciting part of this program is that the utility savings from the solar system...ultimately pay for the new roof! To provide these services, Solar-Fit has partnered with the very best, local, licensed, and certified roofers to offer an affordable energy solution for homeowners in our community. Have you been thinking about a new roof? If so, give us a call at (386) 441-2299 and we will help you learn more about the cost saving

Hear Bill's interview with his friend, Jason Fleagle, entrepreneur and owner of Catalyst Brand Group. You will really enjoy hearing Jason share stories of his fascinating life journey, growing up in Ohio with an initial focus on the medical field, and ultimately transitioning into becoming a business owner dedicated to helping others succeed in whatever field they chose. His desire to learn, and ultimately transfer that knowledge to others is inspiring. One of the topics that we think you will really enjoy pertains to the fastest growing global phenomenon....AI. Artificial Intelligence may sound like science fiction to many when they hear how powerful this tool has become...and the potential it has for our future. Jason explains how to access information and create content on a simple platform that is available to all. We are happy to say that Jason will be helping the Solar-Fit team spread the good word about the benefits of renewable energy. Thanks Jason, for the great interview and for all you do to h

Hear Bill and Gloria discuss current solar marketing trends and what to look for in regard to licensure, insurance, contacting the Better Business Bureau, and much, much more. This episode focuses on National Consumer Protection Week and we are excited to share with you, our listening audience, valuable tips on how you can protect your property to help make your solar investment a financial blessing for decades to come. If you have not researched utilizing the sun's free energy to generate the power for your home or business, this information will be invaluable! Bill and Gloria also provide guidance on what questions to ask your solar advisor when the time is right so that you can make educated decisions on your investment. If you have an existing solar system and would like advice or would like more details on how to select a local contractor to help you become energy independent, give us a call at (386) 445-7606. We have been "at your service" since 1975...and we will always have your back. S

Tune in to the Solar-Fit Renewable Energy Show this Saturday morning at 10:30 am eastern on WNZF Talk Radio, (1550 AM-94.9 FM), as the Solar-Fit team goes on the road for the "Gratitude for Latitude" Customer Appreciation Day celebration last Saturday in Ormond By the Sea. Over 70 of our friends and neighbors stopped by the event to share some great food... catered by Bull and Boar...and some outstanding margaritas prepared by the awesome Hudson Furniture Showroom team. Nanci joined us as well from Flagler Broadcasting's KIX Country. What a day! Our special guest was Daniel Dye, your local driver of the #43 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Chevrolet Silverado. Daniel carries the Solar-Fit colors across America in support of the Race to Stop Suicide.  Each of our guests this weekend, by their partnership with Solar-Fit, plays a role in helping spread the message and increase the awareness of this very important issue. Thank you all for making the first Annual "Gratitude for Latitude" such

Hear Bill's conversation with Jay Scherr, business consultant and host of Business Minds Coffee Chat on WNZF Talk Radio each Saturday morning at 8:30 am. This was a fun and interesting interview as Jay shares his life journey, and how he helps businesses and entrepreneurs realize their dreams of designing and building sustainable enterprises.Jay talks about the importance of goal setting and how we can take a vision and combine values with strategic planning to turn it into reality. If you are thinking of starting a business, or perhaps you have a business now that is not meeting your expectations...reach out to Jay for help. His experience can make a world of difference for you in developing a prosperous business...with a rock-solid foundation. Thanks Jay, for the inspirational message and for joining us "on air" to help folks in our community and beyond develop strong habits that will lead to success in both life and business.Support the show

Hear Bill's interview with Kathryn Joy Karpinski, founder of The Joy Advantage. If you are a long-time listener to our show, you know that we showcase individuals and their companies, on a weekly basis, that play a role in renewable energy, sustainability, and health related topics. It goes without saying that one of the most important issues of our times is mental health. Kathryn does an outstanding job of outlining some of the problems that are creating an increase in mental related illnesses. She is dedicated to helping individuals and families understand and cope with these very difficult situations. During the interview, Kathryn also shares information about the impact of digital devices on our psyche and suggests healthy solutions that will benefit us all. Thank you, Kathryn, for joining us "on air" and helping us understand how we can live our lives... with Joy!Support the show

hear Bill's interview with his friend Nanci Ickes, fitness trainer extraordinaire. This is a great opportunity to learn tips from an expert about nutrition, exercise, hydration, and how to enjoy and maintain good health. Bill asks a lot of questions that we are sure have been on your mind when it comes to finding life balance and effective methods of stress relief to handle the curveballs that are sometimes thrown our way. Nanci is also an avid motor racing enthusiast, and like every member of the Solar-Fit Team, and our friends at KIX Country 98.7 FM...a huge supporter of our local NASCAR driver, Daniel Dye. Race week is here, and we hope to see you out at Daytona International Speedway to watch Daniel navigate the 2.5-mile-high banks and cheer him on to a podium finish. If you are out of the area, check your TV stations for coverage of the Craftsman Truck Series race, and the Xfinity race and support Daniel and the Race to Stop Suicide. Thank you Nanci, for the great interview.Support the show

Hear Bill's interview with former Cleveland Sports TV Anchor, Mr. Ron Jantz. Ron is an encyclopedia of knowledge when it comes to sports and broadcasting. He shares some great stories about his career "in the booth", and on the field, as he covered some of the major sporting events across America that had us glued to our TV sets. During the interview, Ron outlines the 5 steps that he feels are necessary to become an accomplished broadcaster, and how that same formula provides guidance to enrich our daily lives. Have your pencil ready folks, this is truly valuable information. Thank you, Ron, for taking time to join us "on air" and for giving our listening audience a peek behind the curtain to see how broadcast professionals think... and work... to keep us all well informed in the world of sports.Support the show

Hear Bill's interview with Gary Holmes, owner of Sanford Homebrew. Gary, a local entrepreneur extraordinaire, shares some really cool information about how individuals can start as home brew hobbyists and through education and experience, turn their passion into a lucrative business that brings joy to multitudes of people. As always, Bill has a ton of questions and Gary fields them with the skill of an expert swordsman. You will learn much about the art of brewing, the ingredients necessary to make the "perfect batch", and one of the most important considerations ... moderation of consumption. In addition to operating a successful business, Gary also offers classes in brewing, cheesemaking, and wine making. We think you are going to enjoy this episode... and maybe even set your GPS to guide you to his brewery for a visit.Support the show

Hear Bill and Gloria's interview with their friend and new Solar-Fit customer, Mr. Bill Woods. Bill and his wife Jana live in Latitude Margaritaville, a super cool development here in Daytona Beach that has a laid-back island theme...and all the amenities that you could ever want. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Bill and Jana discovered the beauty of our community and decided that this was the place to call home. It wasn't long before our sunny weather and the increasing cost of electricity inspired them to research the potential of Solar-Fitting their home. Solar was the ideal solution for them and soon they will be powered by the sun!During the interview, Bill Woods shared information about his career in logistics and his knowledge of over the road trucking. We knew that he would enjoy having a die-cast model of Daniel Dye's NASCAR Craftsman Series race truck. Thank you, Bill, for stopping by our office-studio for the interview and for allowing us to help you and Jana with your energy

Hear Bill and Gloria's interview with their friend, LT. Colonel Jon Bateman. Jon and his wife, Jennifer live in Latitude Margaritaville, a beautiful development in Daytona Beach, Florida. Jon shares his amazing journey, from his childhood as a farmer growing up in Illinois, to his military service in Afghanistan, and to a career with Caterpillar, one of the most recognizable names in American industry. In addition to having a great sense of humor, Jon has many talents and skill sets that have served him well, including engineering, welding, aircraft maintenance, and even competing in country dancing competitions! Man, I think that Jon can do just about anything...and do it well. Jon and Jennifer are Gloria's awesome customers and their Solar-Fit equipped home is powered by the sun, with the excess solar energy created "kept at the ready" by their LG Home 8 solar storage system. It was really great having Jon join us "on air" to let folks know why he and Jennifer chose to harvest

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Hear Bill's interview with Nate Owen, founder and CEO of Ampion, a Public Benefit Corporation that specializes in giving people the power to make their homes and communities more energy efficient through Community Solar projects. Ampion began in 2014 in Bar Harbor, Maine...one of America's beautiful seaside towns. The company was born with the premise that the future was renewable energy and that it should be available to anyone who wanted to enjoy the benefits of the sun's free energy. At this time dozens of states support Ampion's model. Interest is growing quickly and more states, without a doubt, will be joining their platform soon. Imagine if you will, powering your home or business at a reduced cost, from a glowing ball in the sky, 93 million miles from earth. How does it get any better than that? Thank you Nate, for joining us on air and for educating our listening audience on how easy it is.... to enjoy the energy source of the future...today.Support the show