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In the premiere episode of Setting the Standard, host Chris Coryell sits down with a powerful lineup of guests to discuss one of the most overlooked yet critical aspects of facility management: loss prevention through proactive roofing strategies.
Joining Chris are:
- Dr. Kyle Reynolds, Superintendent & U.S. Army Veteran
- Anthony Velez, Purple Heart Recipient & Project Manager
- Kelly Coryell, Director of Sales at Coryell Roofing
Together, they unpack how something as “unseen” as a roof plays a front-line role in protecting people, preserving budgets, and maintaining a district’s legacy.
Episode Highlights
1. Roofing Isn’t Just About Buildings—It’s About People
“Protecting people, property, and policy—that’s our mission.”
A theme echoed throughout the conversation is the idea that loss prevention isn’t just financial—it’s deeply personal. When a school building leaks or fails, the ripple effect touches classrooms, learning environments, staff morale, and public trust.
2. Roofing as Legacy
“Roofing may not be sexy, but it protects the soul of a school.” “Roofing is about legacy. You may not see it, but you’ll remember when it fails—or when it holds strong.”
Dr. Reynolds shares how his passion for education and service guided his long-term view at Woodward Public Schools. From “kiddie pools catching rain” to an award-winning roof, the story of Woodward highlights how legacy-minded decisions can change the trajectory of a district.
3. Risk Prevention Through Proactive Planning
“Superintendents have to decide: invest in roofs, or take money away from teachers. That’s the reality.” “You don’t see the top of a building—but when it fails, you feel it everywhere.” – Kelly Coryell
The panel challenges districts to reframe how they think about cost and risk. A cheaper roof today may result in more expensive consequences tomorrow. That’s why Coryell Roofing champions free roof performance assessments and FM Approved systems tailored to each facility’s region and risk level.
4. Discipline, Strategy, and Service
“In the military, you protect your team. In roofing, we protect the community.” – Anthony Velez
Anthony’s transition from military service to roofing mirrors the shared values of discipline, leadership, and mission-first thinking. His role as a project manager reflects a deep understanding that every roofing project is about more than just materials—it’s about the people underneath.
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Stay tuned for more powerful conversations in upcoming episodes of Setting the Standard. We’re just getting started.
