Head Heart & Boots
If you build it, fix it, or maintain it, the Head Heart & Boots podcast is for you. Restoration, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, landscaping, and every blue-collar trade in between. If you own a service business and you have ever felt the weight of leading it, this show is for you.
Hosts Brandon Reece and ...
Recent Episodes
Ep 226 - "Listen to Win, with Nick D'Urbano"
Ep 225 - "Building Champions, with Clinton Tierney"
Ep 224 - "I Am the Voice, with Jared Thayer"
Ep 223 - "Always On, Never Satisfied"
Ep 222 - "Show Up, Work Hard, Don't Be an Ass: JR Litehiser's Story"
Ep 221 - "Building Recurring Revenue and Enterprise Value, with Jim Emerich"
Recent Blog Posts
Trades Training Lessons From a Coach Who Builds Champions
About the Hosts
Co-Owner & CEO, Floodlight Consulting Group | Co-Host, Head Heart & Boots
Brandon Reece is a seasoned entrepreneur, visionary leader, and passionate advocate for personal and professional growth. As the CEO of Floodlight Consulting Group, he leads a dynamic consulting team dedicated to empowering organizations to navigate complexities and achieve sustainable success in the blue collar home service industry.
With over two decades of experience in Operational development, leadership, and consulting, Brandon brings a wealth of expertise to his role. His forward-thinking approach and commitment to excellence have enabled Floodlight Consulting Group to become a trusted partner for clients seeking to thrive in today's rapidly changing business landscape.
In addition to his role at Floodlight Consulting Group, Brandon is also the Co-Host of the Head Heart and Boots podcast, where he explores topics at the intersection of leadership, personal development, and resilience. Through insightful conversations and practical experience, Brandon and Chris inspire owners across the trades to lead with authenticity and purpose.
Prior to founding Floodlight Consulting Group, Brandon held key leadership positions in the US Army, corporate firms, and regional disaster restoration entities, where he honed his expertise in strategic planning, organizational development, and change management. His passion for driving growth and fostering innovation has earned him recognition as a trusted advisor and thought leader in the industry.
Co-Owner & President, Floodlight Consulting Group | Co-Host, Head Heart & Boots
Chris Nordyke brings a robust background in entrepreneurship and sales leadership to his role as Co-owner and President at Floodlight Consulting. His journey began at age 19 when he entered the world of direct sales with Vector Marketing, where he quickly rose to prominence as a top sales leader and branch office manager in Los Angeles. During his tenure, he was instrumental in overseeing a team of over 40 sales representatives, spearheading initiatives in recruiting, training, and team development. This experience laid a strong foundation in entrepreneurship and sales leadership, which Chris continues to leverage today, particularly in the restoration industry.
His expertise in B2B sales was further honed during his time as a Contract Sales Representative for Cintas Corporation, a Fortune 500 company specializing in laundry services. Here, Chris mastered Requirements Based Selling (RBS), a strategy that underpins the Pain-Solution selling model he utilizes with clients today.
Before his current venture, Chris had a significant tenure at State Farm Companies, where he owned and operated a successful agency for five of his eight years with the company. In 2014, Chris transitioned to Summit Cleaning and Restoration, where he played a pivotal role on the leadership team. Until late 2019, he led the company's business development and marketing efforts, placing a special emphasis on customer experience, culture, and commercial sales operations.
Chris's diverse experience and proven leadership continue to drive success and innovation at Floodlight Consulting, where he remains dedicated to building resilient and high-performing teams.