Mike Fischer

The Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA) represents more than 95% of the US Door and Access Systems market; DASMA members are committed to the safety of their installed products. DASMA publishes a library of technical resources aimed at various interests including installing door dealers, designers, home inspectors, contractors, code officials, building owners and occupants, and homeowners. Listen to this special DoorCast to learn more about these resources, and how DASMA and IDA work together to promote Garage Door Safety Month and promote safety all year.

The Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA) represents more than 95% of the US Door and Access Systems market; DASMA members are committed to the safety of their installed products. DASMA publishes a library of technical resources aimed at various interests including installing door dealers, designers, home inspectors, contractors, code officials, building owners and occupants, and homeowners. Listen to this special DoorCast to learn more about these resources, and how DASMA and IDA work together to promote Garage Door Safety Month and promote safety all year.

DASMA Resources to Advance Garage Door Safety - All Year Round With Mike Fischer, host, and Dave Monsour, DASMA Technical Director

How Local Building Departments Can Advance Garage Door SafetyRecent updates to the International Codes requiring labeling of garage doors to include wind pressure ratings will increase the emphasis on code compliance for wind resistance. Join Mike and his guest Mike Wich, the Director of Building Code Administration and Chief Building Official for the South Central Planning and Development Commission based in Houma, Louisiana. Mike and Mike discuss the code requirements for garage doors and openers, and the role that local building departments can play in helping ensure that safe, code compliant garage door installations are the norm. They will also talk about the partnerships between IDA, DASMA, and ICC to observe Garage Door Safety Month in conjunction with ICC's Building Safety Month.

How Local Building Departments Can Advance Garage Door SafetyRecent updates to the International Codes requiring labeling of garage doors to include wind pressure ratings will increase the emphasis on code compliance for wind resistance. Join Mike and his guest Mike Wich, the Director of Building Code Administration and Chief Building Official for the South Central Planning and Development Commission based in Houma, Louisiana. Mike and Mike discuss the code requirements for garage doors and openers, and the role that local building departments can play in helping ensure that safe, code compliant garage door installations are the norm. They will also talk about the partnerships between IDA, DASMA, and ICC to observe Garage Door Safety Month in conjunction with ICC's Building Safety Month.

Garage Door Safety Month: Building Codes, High Winds and Garage Doors 

With two weeks to go before the 2022 IDAExpo+ in Las Vegas, Mike sat down with Brenton Cheney and Jim McGrath to catch up on the exciting offerings that await attendees at IDAExpo+. Listen to hear about the educational events, bigger and better exhibit hall, and networking experiences awaiting you at the reimagined IDAExpo+ in Las Vegas. Make sure to listen to this episode of the IDA Door-Cast to hear why IDAExpo+ is a can't miss event.

With two weeks to go before the 2022 IDAExpo+ in Las Vegas, Mike sat down with Brenton Cheney and Jim McGrath to catch up on the exciting offerings that await attendees at IDAExpo+. Listen to hear about the educational events, bigger and better exhibit hall, and networking experiences awaiting you at the reimagined IDAExpo+ in Las Vegas. Make sure to listen to this episode of the IDA Door-Cast to hear why IDAExpo+ is a can't miss event.

Welcome Back to IDAExpo+!

Join IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer and his guest- Michael J. Fischer of The Legis Group in Tallahassee as they discuss the 2022-23 Florida Budget process- and the two-year sales tax exemption that will go into effect on July 1, 2022. The conversation will talk about the background of how this exemption for impact-rated garage doors moved from an idea to reality over the past several years. Mike and his guest will talk about the next steps in the process and what this means for companies who do business in Florida, and how this Florida legislation could set an example for other states.

Join IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer and his guest- Michael J. Fischer of The Legis Group in Tallahassee as they discuss the 2022-23 Florida Budget process- and the two-year sales tax exemption that will go into effect on July 1, 2022. The conversation will talk about the background of how this exemption for impact-rated garage doors moved from an idea to reality over the past several years. Mike and his guest will talk about the next steps in the process and what this means for companies who do business in Florida, and how this Florida legislation could set an example for other states.

Florida Sales Tax Credit for Impact Rated Doors

Join guest Nick Purchiaroni, Financial Advisor RICP™, and Senior Partner with Integrated Financial Group. Listen to this IDA Door-Cast to learn important information about investing in today’s unprecedented times- and how to improve your financial outlook as a small business owner or for your own personal finances.

Join guest Nick Purchiaroni, Financial Advisor RICP™, and Senior Partner with Integrated Financial Group. Listen to this IDA Door-Cast to learn important information about investing in today’s unprecedented times- and how to improve your financial outlook as a small business owner or for your own personal finances.

Investment Planning and Strategies for Small Businesses

Join Mike and his guest for a conversation with Roy Bardowell, a 50 year veteran of the door business. Roy is a frequent contributor to IDA Magazine, and an IDEA CDDC (Certified Door Dealer Consultant). He will share his perspective on how IDEA certification and accreditation can help elevate the industry and help your business prosper.

Join Mike and his guest for a conversation with Roy Bardowell, a 50 year veteran of the door business. Roy is a frequent contributor to IDA Magazine, and an IDEA CDDC (Certified Door Dealer Consultant). He will share his perspective on how IDEA certification and accreditation can help elevate the industry and help your business prosper.

How IDEA Certification and Accreditation Can Help Your Door Business Prosper

The family-owned door dealer is the backbone of the door business; many IDA dealer members encompass multiple generations of ownership and leadership. The pandemic and related supply issues have had a huge impact on family-owned small businesses, door dealers included. Join Mike and his guest as they talk about the dynamics of working through these challenging times and how to keep workplace issues at work.

The family-owned door dealer is the backbone of the door business; many IDA dealer members encompass multiple generations of ownership and leadership. The pandemic and related supply issues have had a huge impact on family-owned small businesses, door dealers included. Join Mike and his guest as they talk about the dynamics of working through these challenging times and how to keep workplace issues at work.

Life in a Family-Owned Door Dealer

This episode of the IDA DoorCast is sponsored by the Genie Company. Join your host, IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer and his guest Tom Kerber of Genie. Tom will share his insights about the SmartHome revolution, and how Genie’s products can help door dealers connect with cutting edge home technology. The discussion will include the state of the SmartHome industry, a discussion of the various platforms that enable garage doors to connect with the homeowners, and a look to the future of the value of Smart products for door dealers.

This episode of the IDA DoorCast is sponsored by the Genie Company. Join your host, IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer and his guest Tom Kerber of Genie. Tom will share his insights about the SmartHome revolution, and how Genie’s products can help door dealers connect with cutting edge home technology. The discussion will include the state of the SmartHome industry, a discussion of the various platforms that enable garage doors to connect with the homeowners, and a look to the future of the value of Smart products for door dealers.

SmartHomes for SmartDealers: How today’s garage door systems will connect you to tomorrow’s successes! 

Mark McManus, the co-owner of Door Boy in Berkeley Heights, NJ, and the President of the Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation (IDEA), will join your host, IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer, to share his perspective on operating a family-owned door business during the COVID-19 pandemic. The session will include a discussion about Mark’s role as IDEA president, and the value of IDEA Accreditation for door dealers.

Mark McManus, the co-owner of Door Boy in Berkeley Heights, NJ, and the President of the Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation (IDEA), will join your host, IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer, to share his perspective on operating a family-owned door business during the COVID-19 pandemic. The session will include a discussion about Mark’s role as IDEA president, and the value of IDEA Accreditation for door dealers.

Conversation With IDEA President, Mark McManus

Manufacturer installation instructions are part and parcel of product listings for doors and openers. Whether it’s proper installation of photo eyes, wind load reinforcements, or fire door components, codes and standards require adherence to those instructions and installation details. Join IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer as he speaks with Joe Berger, Vice President of JB Garage Doors in Hialeah Gardens, FL, about how to follow drawings and installation instructions to help ensure a safe installation. It’s not just a good idea; in most jurisdictions it’s the law.

Manufacturer installation instructions are part and parcel of product listings for doors and openers. Whether it’s proper installation of photo eyes, wind load reinforcements, or fire door components, codes and standards require adherence to those instructions and installation details. Join IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer as he speaks with Joe Berger, Vice President of JB Garage Doors in Hialeah Gardens, FL, about how to follow drawings and installation instructions to help ensure a safe installation. It’s not just a good idea; in most jurisdictions it’s the law.

Read the Instructions!

The International Door Association (IDA) is the leading authority representing the door and access ‎systems industry through education, awareness, advocacy, increased professionalism and community building. The IDA Door-Cast, a podcast for the Door and Access Systems Industry, is now live. Come join us at the Winding Bar Café.

In today’s fast-paced world- with the supply-chain issues, tight labor markets, and volatile pricing, door dealers often find themselves in conversations with suppliers and competitors. While navigating this new abnormal is a challenge, it is important to understand the laws that govern communications between companies to stay out of trouble! Join IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer and IDA legal counsel Brian Schoolman from Safran Law Offices in Raleigh, NC for their discussion of antitrust laws affecting associations and individual companies. 

In today’s fast-paced world- with the supply-chain issues, tight labor markets, and volatile pricing, door dealers often find themselves in conversations with suppliers and competitors. While navigating this new abnormal is a challenge, it is important to understand the laws that govern communications between companies to stay out of trouble! Join IDA Executive Director Mike Fischer and IDA legal counsel Brian Schoolman from Safran Law Offices in Raleigh, NC for their discussion of antitrust laws affecting associations and individual companies.

Dos and Don’ts- Antitrust Law and Door Dealers

A collision of natural disasters, a global pandemic, unfavorable policy decisions, and other market forces have caused market place issues including price volatility, production issues, labor and material shortages, delays, and other negative impacts. Chad Moutray, the National Association of Manufacturer's (NAM) Chief Economist, will share NAM’s perspective on how the U.S. manufacturing economy got to this point in time- and how IDA members can navigate the storm.

A collision of natural disasters, a global pandemic, unfavorable policy decisions, and other market forces have caused market place issues including price volatility, production issues, labor and material shortages, delays, and other negative impacts. Chad Moutray, the National Association of Manufacturer's (NAM) Chief Economist, will share NAM’s perspective on how the U.S. manufacturing economy got to this point in time- and how IDA members can navigate the storm.

Supply Chain Disruptions in The New Abnormal

Join your DoorCast host, Mike Fischer, as he speaks with Andy Stergiou about how a proper insurance strategy can help door dealers manage risk while optimizing the expense. Andy will explain some common issues facing door dealers and what pitfalls to avoid while making sure their businesses are protected.Andy Stergiou is the Executive Vice President for the Commercial Group at Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., and manages the IDA Preferred Partner program: IDAAssurance. With this exclusive program for IDA Members, garage door companies with superior loss experience can work with Alliant to help lower their upfront insurance premiums.Your customers expect you to deliver quality, service and value in every project, whether it is a small residential installation or a large commercial contract. IDAssurance was built by the industry experts at Alliant and is endorsed by the IDA to help you do just that. IDAssurance opens the door to a wealth of benefits, including lower rates, broad coverage and enhanced convenience.

Join your DoorCast host, Mike Fischer, as he speaks with Andy Stergiou about how a proper insurance strategy can help door dealers manage risk while optimizing the expense. Andy will explain some common issues facing door dealers and what pitfalls to avoid while making sure their businesses are protected.Andy Stergiou is the Executive Vice President for the Commercial Group at Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., and manages the IDA Preferred Partner program: IDAAssurance. With this exclusive program for IDA Members, garage door companies with superior loss experience can work with Alliant to help lower their upfront insurance premiums.Your customers expect you to deliver quality, service and value in every project, whether it is a small residential installation or a large commercial contract. IDAssurance was built by the industry experts at Alliant and is endorsed by the IDA to help you do just that. IDAssurance opens the door to a wealth of benefits, including lower rates, broad coverage and enhanced convenience.

How to Save Money and Protect Your Business!

This episode features a discussion on issues and opportunities for women in the door business workplace. Be sure to listen to panelists Melissa Whitacre from Carl’s Door Service, Ranee Patel from Loading Dock Inc., and your moderator Flossie Miller from Miller Edge.

This episode features a discussion on issues and opportunities for women in the door business workplace. Be sure to listen to panelists Melissa Whitacre from Carl’s Door Service, Ranee Patel from Loading Dock Inc., and your moderator Flossie Miller from Miller Edge.

Women Open Doors: A Panel Discussion

The new abnormal isn't just about COVID-19, it's also about understanding customer needs across different generations. Join Matt for this session and learn some tips for dealing with younger buyers to improve your closing ratio.

The new abnormal isn't just about COVID-19, it's also about understanding customer needs across different generations. Join Matt for this session and learn some tips for dealing with younger buyers to improve your closing ratio.

Cross Generational Selling

The residential resale market is hot, and most buyers hire a home inspector so they can make an informed purchase. Home inspectors should check garage doors and openers to make sure that they are working properly- and safely. Randy will share why you should get to know the home inspectors in your market, and what resources you can provide to make their job easier.

The residential resale market is hot, and most buyers hire a home inspector so they can make an informed purchase. Home inspectors should check garage doors and openers to make sure that they are working properly- and safely. Randy will share why you should get to know the home inspectors in your market, and what resources you can provide to make their job easier.

How to Work With Home Inspectors to Improve Safety and the Bottom Line

When Hurricane Laura hit Lake Charles, LA, in the midst of the Pandemic, the folks at A1-Door Works had to reinvent their business model and their way of life. Join us as we speak with Joy about how they have responded to a laundry list of troubles, and how they know that this family business will make it through- eventually!

When Hurricane Laura hit Lake Charles, LA, in the midst of the Pandemic, the folks at A1-Door Works had to reinvent their business model and their way of life. Join us as we speak with Joy about how they have responded to a laundry list of troubles, and how they know that this family business will make it through- eventually!

Surviving the Cataclysm: How Hurricane Laura Disrupted our Business

Garage Door SafetyIn this episode, Steve Jones, Code Council Senior Gov’t Relations Regional Manager talks with Mike Fischer, Executive Director of the International Door Association (IDA); and Gordon Thomas, Technical Director at Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA) on the importance of garage door safety. They also share safety tips and resources for inspectors and the public on checking garage doors.Links to topics referenced in this episode:The Code Council’s Evaluation Services also provides certifications on doors: https://icc-es.org/building-products-listing-program/For more technical information on garage doors, visit: https://www.dasma.com/technical-data-sheets/International Door Association (IDA)Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA)Garage Door Safety Month ResourcesThis episode is sponsored by the American Gas AssociationDASMA Technical Data Sheet 167 – Sectional Garage Door &amp; Electric Operator Checklist for Home Inspectors and Consumers

Garage Door SafetyIn this episode, Steve Jones, Code Council Senior Gov’t Relations Regional Manager talks with Mike Fischer, Executive Director of the International Door Association (IDA); and Gordon Thomas, Technical Director at Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA) on the importance of garage door safety. They also share safety tips and resources for inspectors and the public on checking garage doors.Links to topics referenced in this episode:<ul><li>The Code Council’s Evaluation Services also provides certifications on doors: <a href="https://icc-es.org/building-products-listing-program/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://icc-es.org/building-products-listing-program/</a></li><li>For more technical information on garage doors, visit: <a href="https://www.dasma.com/technical-data-sheets/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.dasma.com/technical-data-sheets/</a></li><li><a href="https://doors.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">International Door Association (IDA)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.dasma.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA)</a></li><li><a href="https://doors.org/resources/garage-door-safety-month" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Garage Door Safety Month Resources</a></li><li>This episode is sponsored by the <a href="https://www.aga.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">American Gas Association</a></li><li><a href="https://www.dasma.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/TDS167-Sectional-Garage-Door-Electric-Operator-Checklist-for-Home-Inspectors-and-Consumers.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">DASMA Technical Data Sheet 167 – Sectional Garage Door &amp; Electric Operator Checklist for Home Inspectors and Consumers</a></li></ul>

Garage Door Safety - Recast from ICC Pulse Podcast: Episode 41

A solid online presence is critical to door dealer's success.  Managing search engine results, social media interaction, and online reviews are all necessary skills. Doug Schatz will walk you though the basic strategies for managing who the internet thinks you are.

A solid online presence is critical to door dealer's success. Managing search engine results, social media interaction, and online reviews are all necessary skills. Doug Schatz will walk you though the basic strategies for managing who the internet thinks you are.

How to Stay on Top Online

Understanding your business financials is critical for survival in a hyper competitive market. Door dealers should understand the nuances of markup, margin, and recognizing the key indicators from your balance

Understanding your business financials is critical for survival in a hyper competitive market. Door dealers should understand the nuances of markup, margin, and recognizing the key indicators from your balance

Financial Operations in the Door Dealer Industry

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