Culture Based ' Recruiting & Retention

March 18, 2026
Technical Theater
Technical Theater

Most contractors aren’t losing sleep over tools, trucks, sales or marketing…but hiring.

Over half of all contractors cite recruiting/hiring as their biggest obstacle, and 89% of contractors report having difficulty filling open roles.

In Westie’s role at Cornel’s Plumbing, the business went from $6 million, to $12, and tracking this year for $22-$25. It went from around 30 employees to 75 over the last 20 months. And was number 19 on 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon.

Westie shares his expert insight into the best ways to recruit. and how it can benefit your business.

Speakers
Westie Magnuson
Westie Magnuson, Chief Culture Officer - HireAligned