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A roof over their heads
By Hannah Ford. Michigan veterans and families benefit from generous roofing donations. In communities across Michigan, roofers are stepping up to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most, showing the power of generosity and compassion. From helping veterans to families living in historic homes, roofing professionals are ...
IRE day 2: Students, award winners, concerts and more
From the Student Competition and NRCA Awards to tailgates and concerts, day two of IRE 2025 did not disappoint! Editor’s note: The following is the transcript of a conversation The Coffee Shops crew had after day two of the International Roofing Expo (IRE). Karen Edwards: Day two of the International Roofing Expo ...
The evolution of fiberglass roofing
By Dani Sheehan. Did you know that the use of fiberglass in roofing came out of a pair of accidental discoveries? John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, recently launched a social media series, “This Week in Roofing History,” on Facebook, where he shares fascinating milestones that have shaped the ...
The Coffee Shops™ Announce 2025 Influencers
Our Influencers program celebrates its ninth year of giving back to the industries it serves. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2025 Influencers for RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS), MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS), CoatingsCoffeeShop® (CCS) and RCS en Español. Each month, ...
Day 3: Must-see sessions and events at IRE 2025
By Anna Lockhart. Don’t miss out on these exciting sessions taking place on Friday at IRE 2025! International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025 is just around the corner and participants are making plans for attending interesting sessions and events! Have you taken a look at what exciting conversations and workshops you will ...
Day 1: Key insights and sessions at IRE 2025
By Jesse Sanchez. The first day of IRE is packed with industry expertise and innovation. Roofing professionals from across the country are gathering for a full day of insights, networking and forward-thinking strategies at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025. With sessions covering everything from safety leadership to sustainable practices, ...
Women in roofing unite
By Emma Peterson. Get ready to lead and learn at NWIR Days 2025! If you haven’t already gotten your ticket to the 2025 National Women In Roofing (NWIR) Days, make sure you do! NWIR Days is a premier conference for women in the roofing industry to come together and learn. This year’s ...
Beacon announces annual Supplier Partner Award winners
Following a robust review of supplier performance, we could not be more pleased to award the best of the best. Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN), the leading publicly-traded specialty wholesale distributor of roofing, waterproofing and related exterior products, announced today that it has awarded five supplier partners with awards for their service commitment ...
Roofers rise to the occasion
By Hannah Ford. Contractors are building stronger communities by helping others. There’s no better time of year to give back to the community than around the holidays. For many, this means volunteering or donating to local charities. These contractors have done both by directly giving back to the people who need roofing ...
The year in trends
By Emma Peterson. Take a look back at 2024 through the lens of The Coffee Shops’ Trends Report on the roofing industry. As the year comes to a close, it is natural to start looking back. Whether you’re reflecting on those New Year’s resolutions you made, examining a curated playlist ...
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