Community
The power of community at the 2026 IRE Service Day
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. How IRE's Community Service Day gave back to the community that hosted this year's expo. The roofing industry is built on protecting homes and strengthening communities, and that commitment was on full display during the 17th Annual International Roofing Expo (IRE) Community Service Day. Held on ...
Tee up a great day of golf fundraising and networking at the 2026 RCI-IIBEC Foundations' Golf Outing
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Every swing, every putt and every sponsorship helps strengthen the future of the profession. Spring in Northern California sets the perfect stage for a day on the links, and the 2026 RCI-IIBEC Foundations' Golf Outing is shaping up to be a standout event. Registration is now open for ...
Celebrating 10 years of National Women in Roofing
Inspiring leadership stories, meaningful education, hands-on training and a powerful sense of community made NWIR Days 2026 an event to remember. Editor’s note: The following is a transcript of a conversation between the Coffee Shop crew about NWIR Days 2026. Karen Edwards: National Women in Roofing 2026 just ended, and ...
The first day of NWIR Days 2026: Connection, leadership and DEI in roofing
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. NWIR Days 2026 was a powerful reminder of how far the association has come and how much opportunity lies ahead when women in roofing continue to lead together. The first day of National Women In Roofing (NWIR) Days 2026 opened with energy, purpose and a deep sense ...
A brew-tiful opportunity to win!
By Dani Sheehan. General Coatings Manufacturing Corp wants to hear from you, and the coffee’s on them! Another year in roofing means long days, early mornings and plenty of lessons learned along the way. As the industry looks ahead to 2026, General Coatings Manufacturing Corp wants to hear directly from ...
The event every sports surfacing contractor should attend
By Dani Sheehan. Don’t miss your chance for education, innovation and industry insights at this year’s ASBA Technical Meeting! Contractors heading to the American Sports Builders Association (ASBA) Technical Meeting, December 2–5, 2025, in San Antonio, will find one of the most valuable technical and networking events in the sports ...
RCAW Basic Shelter Project success: RCAW provides new roof for community member
The Basic Shelter Project remains a cornerstone of RCAW’s mission to support vulnerable homeowners across Washington by providing essential roofing services and improving the safety and stability of local housing. The Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) is proud to announce the successful completion of the 2025 RCAW Basic Shelter Project, ...
A glimpse into the industry of the American Dream
By Jenny Yu. Industry experts share their experience leading an annual roofing career summer camp that introduces high school students to the endless possibilities of the roofing industry. This past summer, the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) and the Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals (VARP) teamed up with the ...
Secure your spot in paradise
By Dani Sheehan. Progressive Materials is bringing back their unforgettable customer trip. Find out how to qualify before the approaching deadline. Progressive Materials (PM) is heading back to paradise, and there’s still time to join them! The November 15 deadline to qualify for PM’s 2026 customer trip is fast approaching, ...
The ultimate roofing tailgate tour
By Emma Peterson. How SRS Distribution’s XTV Team turns tailgates into unforgettable roofing events. Looking for a fun way to build your roofing community and professional network? Look no further than SRS Distribution’s Xtreme Tailgate Vehicle (XTV) tour! XTV is a fleet of SRS vehicles that travel the ...


















