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National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)
How SkillsUSA brings the new generation into the industry
By Emma Peterson. With a workforce shortage in the roofing industry, the SkillsUSA competition is energizing young people to join the industry! Host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with John Esbenshade in Season 5, Episode 31 of Roofing Road Trips chatting about how people can get involved with SkillsUSA, build ...
Stand out in roofing: The impact of certification for contractors
By Jonny Suchor. Learn how NRCA PROCertification® helps contractors and redefines roofing industry benchmarks. NRCA PROCertification® sets the roofing industry's high standard for excellence in roof system installation, ensuring certified installers possess the necessary skills and experience for quality work. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) addresses the challenge ...
The dark side of the labor shortage
By Dani Sheehan. After the New York Times’ recent investigation into the rise of child workers in many of America’s industries, including roofing and construction, we examine immigration and sub crews in roofing while looking at the dark consequences of the labor shortage, including safety, child labor and unfair treatment. ...
From family legacy to industry leaders: Get the business support you need
By Dani Sheehan. See how this dynamic duo expanded the family business and elevated their roofing company by mastering the NRCA’s Future Executives Institute program. For Kendall and Chris Ekerson, owning a roofing company came naturally. They both grew up in the roofing industry and met working for Kendall’s father. ...
Extending tax relief for small businesses
By Dani Sheehan. The Main Street Tax Certainty Act makes permanent tax relief for small businesses as passed in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. A 20% qualified business income deduction, section 199A, for small businesses organized as pass through entities that started in the Tax ...
Environmental responsibility is your responsibility as a business owner
By Dani Sheehan. Hear from industry experts as they discuss EPA roofing regulations and why you should understand how roofing practices impact the environment. The roofing industry is uniquely positioned in affecting positive change in sustainability and other practices that impact the environment. In the latest Coffee Conversations episode, sponsored ...
Cheers to 2024!
By Emma Peterson. As another year comes to a close, let’s take a look at the top articles, podcasts, TikToks and more from 2024! It might be hard to believe, but 2025 is here! 2024 was an incredible year for The Coffee Shops™, full of growth and hard work. We ...
The winds of change: Insights and innovation at this annual conference
By Dani Sheehan. Explore the future of roofing with industry experts, network with others in your community and give back at SPRI’s Annual Conference and Business Meeting. With constant changes occurring in politics, the economy and technology, our industry continues to evolve with it. Don’t miss the Single Ply Roofing ...
This one’s for the first timers!
By Dani Sheehan. The countdown to the 2024 International Roofing Expo is on! Whether this is your first time attending or you are a seasoned attendee, don’t miss these great events. You’ve heard tradeshows are a great place to network with industry professionals, gain recognition and grow your business. You’ve ...
Meet me in Chicago! A cutting-edge tradeshow you won’t want to miss
By Dani Sheehan. Join industry experts in a three-day event of cutting-edge programming, innovative products and engaging networking to kick off your new year. January 17 – 19, 2024 marks the 40th Chicago Roofing Contractors Association (CRCA) Trade Show and Seminars in Oak Brook Terrace, Illinois. Join incoming CRCA President ...
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