Education & Learning
Get your 2026 groove back on track in Sacramento
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. The 2026 IIBEC Convention is an opportunity to reconnect with peers, expand professional networks, earn continuing education credits and explore solutions on the trade show floor. If you are ready to reset your rhythm for 2026, it is time to head to Sacramento for the International Institute of ...
Celebrating the women of Chicagoland!
By Emma Peterson. CRCA is hosting an all-day event celebrating and uplifting Chicagoland Women in Roofing! The Chicago Roofing Contractors Association (CRCA) was the first roofing contractor association formed in the U.S. with roots dating back to the 1870s. Originally created as an effort to rebuild the city in ...
SPFA delivers education, recognition and industry resources for 2026
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. From new podcasts to technical research and workforce development, SPFA is strengthening resources that help members stay competitive and compliant. The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) continues to expand its support for contractors, suppliers and manufacturers through education, recognition and technical resources designed to strengthen the spray foam ...
Tomorrow’s industry leaders take the stage in Vegas
By The Coffee Shops™. Four student teams delivered project proposals for the Cannery Hotel and Casino at the most well-attended Student Competition yet! On the second day of the International Roofing Expo (IRE), a few members of The Coffee Shops™ crew had the opportunity to attend the 2026 Roofing Alliance ...
Smarter roof walks, from start to finish
By Anna Lockhart. Take your rooftop safety seriously with this easy to adopt assessment strategy, designed to maximize safety and reduce error. In the latest Lunch & Learn, hosted by Megan Ellsworth of RoofersCoffeeShop®, Lane Reed of MuleHide sits down to share a smarter, safer way to conduct roof ...
SprayFoam 2026 sets the stage for education, networking and industry conversations
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. SprayFoam 2026 offers something for every role within a company, from owners and managers to applicators and field crews. The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) is bringing the spray foam industry together in a big way with SprayFoam 2026, an event designed to help contractors, suppliers and manufacturers ...
You won’t want to miss these sessions at MBCEA 2026
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Dive into the must-attend sessions at the 2026 Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association Conference. The Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) is bringing together industry experts, thought leaders and innovators for a powerful lineup of education at this year’s MBCEA Conference. From economic forecasting and artificial ...
Where service work makes a difference
By Jesse Sanchez. On a job site, the difference between chaos and control is rarely the crew producing the work, but the process behind what they’re doing. Most service departments don’t fail in a single moment. They slowly unravel. Follow-ups start slipping. Tickets get closed without full documentation. Invoices trail ...
Las voces que dieron forma a un espacio que fue más que un evento de roofing
Por Jessica Bravo. Entrevistas y conversaciones clave de IRE 2026. El evento más grande de la industria de roofing, International Roofing Expo 2026 (IRE), se llevó a cabo del 20 al 22 de enero, reuniendo a contratistas, socios y líderes de la industria en un espacio dedicado al crecimiento ...
Owens Corning University introduces Virtual Reality (VR) training
Immersive learning helps roofers master real-world installations anytime, in any weather. Owens Corning University (OCU) is expanding its digital training offerings with the launch of OCU VR, available in English and Spanish. The proprietary OCU VR Headset Bundle enables crew members to learn, practice and master real-world roofing installations anytime, in ...
