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Saint Xavier University Experiential Learning Center

Experienced sales representative and platinum preferred contractor Phillip Kwilose has managed the sales department for Five Star Home Improvement, LLC, since 2014. Phillip Kwilose holds a degree in business that he earned from the Saint Xavier University Graham School of Management.

All business students at Saint Xavier have the opportunity to gain real-world experience from the Experiential Learning Center. Students can complete internships with private businesses or organizations and earn course credits. There are opportunities available in several sectors, including entertainment and broadcasting, health care, finance, and hospitality. The program is led by executive-in-residence Paul J. Belsky, an experienced finance professional and former adjunct professor for the university.

The hands-on experience combined with in-classroom education enables graduates to develop important skills, including complex decision-making and problem-solving in the business world. Saint Xavier students have previously secured internships with major companies such as Deloitte, NBC, and the Disney Company through the Experiential Learning Center. The center will re-launch the internship program by the spring 2021 semester.

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When to Schedule a Roof Inspection

After a successful career as a sales representative for a Chicago-based metal distributor, Phillip Kwilose relocated to Iowa to take a position as the general manager of the contractor firm Five Star Home Improvement, LLC. In this role, Phillip Kwilose manages sales and customer accounts. Five Star offers several construction services, including home exterior and roof repairs.

Roofs need routine maintenance every 15 to 20 years. However, there are some situations where a roof inspection should be scheduled as soon as possible in order to identify and repair any damage before it results in serious mold issues or leaks. These can include.

After a storm - Roofs can sustain damage during weather events with high wind or heavy rainfall, like hurricanes or tornadoes. A roof inspector can assess the damage and provide information that can be used for insurance claims.

Before selling a home - Homeowners may not realize their roofs need repairs until the problem becomes visible and more expensive to fix. This can greatly lower the value of a home. Getting a preventative roof inspection can provide peace of mind to home buyers, and increase the likelihood the home will sell at asking price.

After renovation - Depending on what is being worked on, contractors may walk across a roof while carrying out tasks such as painting or window cleaning. If the roof was already aged or weakened, this extra weight may exacerbate the problem and lead to leaks or shingle damage.