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Apply now to invest in your future!
By Dani Sheehan. Each year the Davis Memorial Foundation awards scholarships to individuals who want to further their education. Applications are open for this academic school year. Are you a member of the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA)? Are you or a family member looking to pursue higher education? ...
Family owned Guardian Roofing is now accepting nominations for the 2024 HALO Project
Annual contest contributes to the community by gifting a new roof to a deserving local family Guardian Roofing, Gutters & Insulation, a family-owned business in Auburn, has for decades had a deep-rooted commitment to community and social responsibility. The pinnacle of their dedication materialized in 2018 with the launch of the ...
Honoring Black Americans in the construction industry
By Dani Sheehan. Black History Month presents an opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the stories of Black Americans who have shaped and impacted our industry. Black Americans make up 6.1% of the roofing labor force. As we celebrate Black History Month this February, it is crucial to acknowledge the journey ...
Record-Breaking International Roofing Expo 2024 Sets New Standards for the Industry and Spurs Growth
With 15,000 industry professionals in attendance, the International Roofing Expo marks unprecedented success, strength and unity of the roofing industry. The International Roofing Expo (IRE) concluded last week in Las Vegas, achieving unprecedented success and solidifying its position as the premier platform for advancements in the roofing and exteriors industries. With ...
Elevating the Latino contractor community at IRE!
By Dani Sheehan. Explore the Latino-focused events as they steal the spotlight at IRE 2024 and embrace the culture on the rooftops. The International Roofing Expo (IRE) is not just a platform for showcasing the latest innovations in roofing; it’s also becoming a hub for celebrating diversity and inclusion in ...
Connecting women in roofing from America to New Zealand
By Dani Sheehan. See how these roofing organizations are bridging continents for women and highlighting the importance of expanding your connections within the industry. We talk about the roofing industry as a close-knit community, but in some cases, the connections you make can spread across continents. In Season 5, Episode ...
Empowering women in roofing: Fletcher Living's BuildHers Project 2023
By New Zealand Women in Roofing. In a traditionally male-dominated industry, New Zealand Women in Roofing is highlighting the women that worked alongside the men in the Fletcher Living's BuildHers Project 2023. The BuildHers Project, based in New Zealand, is a house-building project specifically for women in the industry. It is led ...
Learn about women in roofing moving into the new year
By Debbie Wickliffe, New Zealand Women in Roofing (NZWiR). With a letter from their committee chair, the New Zealand Women in Roofing (NZWiR) prepare to move forward. Greetings to all our members, sponsors and supporters, as this is our first newsletter since the new board has been established I thought I would ...
Meet the 12 paw-sitively perfect Top Dog winners
By Evelyn Witterholt. The winners of TRI-BUILT's Top Dog Contest will be featured in their 2024 Top Dog Calendar. Every dog has its day, and for the 12 winners of TRI-BUILT®’s 2023 Top Dog contest, today is theirs! Each year, they choose 12 dogs to be featured in their ...
Celebrating the holidays
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Mark your calendar for these upcoming events and get involved with your community to spread the holiday cheer. It is that time of year when the holidays are swirling around us all. One of the great traditions in the roofing industry is the association holiday parties. ...
