Community
Where community, confidence and connection took center stage
From moments of personal growth to powerful reminders of why relationships matter, our crew experienced IRE as a celebration of progress, both individually and collectively. Trade shows are often measured by square footage, attendance numbers and new product launches. But for The Coffee Shops™ crew, the International Roofing Expo (IRE) ...
Cool roofs and bright futures
By The Cool Roof Rating Council. Stacey Weister's reflection on volunteering with the SMART Girls Program. In July 2025, Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) Senior Technical Manager Stacey Weister had the opportunity to serve as a mentor for the SMART Girls program at the Boys and Girls Club of Massillon, Ohio. She ...
Community service at the heart of the 2026 SPRI annual meeting
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Roofing professionals assemble nearly 700 snack packs for Tucson-area students. Community service continues to define the culture of the roofing industry and members of the Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) demonstrated that commitment during this year’s annual meeting! Held February 13–15, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona, this meeting ...
Hearts on the Green returns to support families in need
By Heidi J. Ellsworth Supporting Ronald McDonald House charities through the power of roofing. On April 27, 2026, IB Roof Systems™ will once again bring the roofing community together for a powerful cause at the Hearts on the Green Golf Tournament in Southlake, Texas. Hosted at Timarron Country Club, this annual charity ...
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 ...
From family-firm to global leadership
By Emma Peterson. Tracking the career of fifth-generation roofer and industry leader Graeme Millar. Roofing has been in Graeme Millar’s ancestry for as long as anyone can remember. It goes back to a man named William John Miller, who started a family firm in 1868. That man was Graeme’s ...
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 ...
Guardian Roofing partners with Owens Corning & Habitat for Humanity on roof deployment project - New roof for Tacoma veteran home
Guardian Roofing, Gutters & Insulation, a leading roofing, gutters and insulation contractor in the Pacific Northwest, is proud to announce a new partnership with Owens Corning and Habitat for Humanity as part of the national Roof Deployment Project. Through this collaboration, Guardian Roofing installed a complete new roof this October ...
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 ...
