AUTHOR

Max Kelley

Founder, Elev8 Growth Solutions

I help blue-collar trade businesses use AI to grow without hiring more people or burning out their teams.

By Max Kelley, Founder · Last updated: May 23, 2026

About Me

I'm the founder of Elev8 Growth Solutions. We work with trade business owners — HVAC contractors, plumbers, electricians, roofers, landscapers, and more — to bring practical AI into their day-to-day operations.

Most agencies talk about AI in buzzwords. I focus on the unglamorous stuff: the missed calls that cost you a job, the follow-ups that never go out, the quotes that take three days to send. Boring problems with real revenue impact.

Every blog post on this site is written with my voice and perspective. If you read something here that doesn't sit right, email me at max@elev8growth.solutions. I read every message.

What Elev8 Does

AI Consulting & Custom Builds

Strategy, audits, and bespoke AI solutions tailored to your trade business. Builds range from $3k tools to $50k+ platforms.

AI Phone Agents

24/7 AI receptionists that book jobs, qualify leads, and handle FAQs so you never miss a call again.

Marketing Automation

Lead follow-up, review requests, and customer nurture sequences that run on autopilot.

Paid Ads & Websites

Conversion-focused trade websites and Google / Facebook / Local Services ad campaigns.

Read Max's articles and background on his author profile.

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