Education & Learning
The countdown to IRE 2026 has begun!
By Emma Peterson. Get ready for three days full of roofing education, networking and innovation. January 2026 might seem far away right now, but with the holiday season quickly approaching, it’ll be here before we know it! And with January comes the International Roofing Expo (IRE). This year’s IRE will ...
CertainTeed delivers training at the Business Building Workshop
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Become a CertainTeed Master Contractor by attending this year's upcoming Business Building Workshop. In the roofing world, great workmanship is just part of the story — growing a thriving business demands strategy, leadership and a network of support. That’s where CertainTeed's Business Building Workshops come in. These signature, ...
Training and certification: Elevating standards in fluid applied roofing
By FAR. FAR supports contractors with hands-on training and certification programs that improve efficiency, reduce errors and boost profitability. Today’s fluid applied roofing industry is advancing rapidly, requiring contractors to stay ahead of the curve through robust training and certification. Proper education isn’t optional — it’s vital for consistent, high-quality installations and ...
Proactive pavement management for long-term performance
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Elise Schmidt and Troy Kaiser will share proven pavement management strategies for facility leaders. As infrastructure continues to face increasing demands from traffic loads and environmental conditions, maintaining pavement performance has become a top priority for facility managers. For roofing contractors, it is good to understand all parts ...
Building for the future: Redefining resilient roofing
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Jennifer Stephan to present at NFMT Remix on roofing system durability and longevity. The roofing industry continues to evolve as designers, contractors and manufacturers focus on resilience, sustainability and performance. At the upcoming FacilitiesNet NFMT Remix, attendees will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of what it ...
Advancing education one scholarship at a time
By Dani Sheehan. This Everest Systems employee is helping to shape the industry through his dedication to professional growth and environmental leadership. Everest Systems is proud to celebrate David Weiser, their marketing specialist, whose passion for sustainability and commitment to growth earned him a scholarship from the Midwest Roofing Contractors ...
ServiceTitan expands workforce development opportunities through Path to Pro Program
New initiative connects contractors with talent, addressing the skilled trades labor gap nationwide. ServiceTitan (Nasdaq: TTAN), the software platform that powers the trades, is bringing additional job opportunities and skills programs to contractors by connecting them with The Home Depot’s Path to Pro program. This initiative provides ServiceTitan customers access to ...
Elevate structures launches AIA-Certified course on cold-formed steel framing innovation
The course was developed by Elevate’s Darby Owenby, vice president of operations at Elevate Structures. Elevate Structures, a Central States’ company, a leader of innovation in framing solutions for living spaces, hospitality and storage construction, in partnership with AEC Daily, one of the most trusted online education platforms for design professionals, ...
The Roofing Alliance launches first university-level minor dedicated to roofing
Collaborative partnership with Clemson University yields four courses and 12 credit hours. The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the roofing industry, proudly announces the launch of the nation’s first Minor in Roofing — a landmark initiative funded, developed and driven by the Roofing Alliance in partnership with Clemson University. This innovative program ...
Estimating isn't just math — It's risk management for roofers
By Cotney Consulting Group. Every estimate is a promise in roofing. Make sure yours is one you can deliver. When most people hear "estimating," they think of numbers: materials, labor hours and square footage. But seasoned contractors know better. The estimate isn't just a number; it's a risk forecast. Every ...
