In this episode of Peer Talk, Dan sits down with Curtis Fort of Construction Credit & Finance Group, a construction-focused debt collection agency that has advised construction finance and credit professionals for over two decades. CCFG specializes in navigating the unique challenges of collecting unpaid invoices in the construction industry, from complex contracts to cash-flow pressure.

Curtis shares practical insights on managing receivables, knowing when to escalate collections, and protecting cash flow without damaging key customer relationships—critical guidance for construction business owners and finance leaders who need to get paid to grow.

This Episode of Peer Talk is sponsored by Construction Credit & Finance Group! More information can be found Here!

On Today's episode of Peer Talk, Dan Talks with Michael Larsen, Manager at Larsen's Air Conditioning in Rockhampton, Queensland and co-host of the Rental Journal Podcast, who is using his diverse experience in the rental industry to help other rental managers and owners.

Through both the Australian and American Rental industries, Michael has learned many lessons on what makes rental one of the most important industries today. Focusing on the inherent problem solving and human elements in rental, Michael shows how independent companies can provide great experiences to their customers. Check it out today!

Today's episode is sponsored by Wheel Jackets. Wheel Jackets is setting the new industry standard in surface protection by providing the strongest and most affordable line of products. Wheel Jackets are preferred by contractors to keep their equipment from marking up and spilling on finished surfaces. Wheel Jackets are the trusted surface protection product by Peer Group members and will undoubtably keep your job site clean from equipment markings and leaks. You can find more information on Wheel Jackets on the associate page on the PEG website.

John Melia, owner and operator of Contender Equipment Rentals, founder of the Wounded Warrior Project and former Green Beret, has turned his passion for service into success in the rental industry.

After surviving a helicopter explosion during his military service, Melia built one of the nation’s most impactful veteran support organizations—then pivoted to entrepreneurship, leading a growing rental company with the same grit and mission-driven focus. In this episode, Melia shares how lessons in nonprofit leadership shaped his approach to business, people, and purpose in the rental world today.

This podcast is sponsored by Herbein + Company, Inc

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