NWIR (National Women in Roofing)

By Sue Drummond, NWIR. Roofers don’t like change and technology tends to scare them, so they fight it, the same way a toddler resists potty training. A three year old has been pooping in his diaper his whole life and never seen a problem with that. And we all know that shingler ...

Erica Grell Knows Roofing

October 26, 2019 at 6:00 a.m.

By Lauren White, RCS Reporter. Grell Roofing continues to be a family business. Grell Roofing will remain in the family now that Erica Grell is the sole owner. Having been involved in the business since 2008, she became manager by 2012, and just last year in 2018 took over the company. ...

NWIR Women Supported in Roofing Industry

Women Supported in the Roofing Industry

October 6, 2019 at 6:00 a.m.

By Lauren White, RCS Reporter. Volunteers give back to others and mentor women in roofing. Women in the roofing industry are being encouraged by a new organization, the National Women in Roofing (NWIR). Founded just three years ago and run solely by volunteers, their focus is on mentoring, networking, ...

A Podcast about Safety and National Women in Roofing

September 25, 2019 at 6:00 a.m.

By Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner A great conversation with Shari Carlozzi about Tremco Safety and National Women in Roofing. I had the opportunity to visit with my dear friend Shari Carlozzi, WTI Safety Services Director, on her new position with Tremco and Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc (WTI) a subsidiary of Tremco Roofing. ...

Let’s Build Camp for Girls Provides Exploration of Careers in Construction

September 16, 2019 at 10:00 a.m.

By National Women in Roofing. This was the third year for the week-long camp that was held in Pennsylvania. Let's Build Construction Camp for Girls is a free week-long camp designed for high school age girls to explore the construction trades, architecture, engineering, and construction materials manufacturing through hands-on experiences and ...

How to Read an SDS

September 7, 2019 at 2:00 p.m.

By Michele Pratt, Education Committee, NWIR. In June 2016 OSHA implemented the program to have all SDSs’ (Safety Data Sheets) updated under GHS (Globally Harmonized System). Employers are required to have an SDS on hand for each hazardous chemical kept on site. If you come in contact with hazardous chemicals at work, ...

There are Good Things Happening this Summer for National Women in Roofing

August 30, 2019 at 2:00 p.m.

NWIR Chair Jennifer Stone delivers her July-August message from the Sacramento airport where a re-roofing project was underway. Watch Jennifer’s video message below or keep scrolling to read the transcript. Hello National Women in Roofing newsletter followers. I don't know if you can see behind me, but do you know what's ...

June Message from National Women in Roofing’s Executive Director

July 27, 2019 at 6:00 a.m.

The NWIR June newsletter featured a special message from Ellen Thorp sharing what’s new with the association. You can watch Ellen’s video update below or scroll down to read the transcript. Hi there. This is Ellen Thorp. I'm the Executive Director of National Women in Roofing. And thank you to Jennifer Stone ...

METALCON Theater Education Schedule Announced

Theater Education Schedule Announced for METALCON 2019

July 22, 2019 at 2:00 p.m.

METALCON’s commitment to the industry goes far beyond exhibits. The show not only offers one on one interactions with exhibitors, but also offers opportunities to learn from industry experts.The METALCON team is excited to announce this year’s “line-up” for the PPG Theatre, sponsored by PPG which is headquartered in the host ...

National Women in Roofing Seeks Award Nominations for New WORLD Award

June 15, 2019 at 2:00 p.m.

By National Women in Roofing. The award recognizes a Woman of Outstanding Roofing Leadership Distinction. Do you know someone who leads by example, with passion, strength and integrity? A true champion for women in the roofing industry as well as her local community and family? The National Women in Roofing Organization’s mission ...