Education & Learning
How SkillsUSA brings the new generation into the industry
By Emma Peterson. With a workforce shortage in the roofing industry, the SkillsUSA competition is energizing young people to join the industry! Host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with John Esbenshade in Season 5, Episode 31 of Roofing Road Trips chatting about how people can get involved with SkillsUSA, build ...
How to build space for kids to grow in urban areas
By Emma Peterson. The roofing industry and technical schools are great opportunities for kids in underserved areas, but there are steps that need to be taken to give them a chance. In Episode 64 of Season 5 of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth talks to Kyle Nurminen ...
WSRCA’s collaborative approach to industry education
By Emma Peterson. WSRCA’s technical bulletins build a bridge between contractors and experts to address industry issues. For Season 5, Episode 55 of Roofing Road Trips™, host Megan Ellsworth met with Kenneth Klein to discuss the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA)’s technical committees and bulletins. Kenneth has been ...
Jobba Select Webinar: How to maximize your software provider's professional services
By Jobba. The Jobba Select Webinar Series focused on solving real-world problems that roofing contractors face. In Jobba’s recent Select Webinar, attendees were guided through Jobba’s customer journey while learning best practices and tips to ensure you are getting the most value out of a software provider’s professional services. These tips and ...
Stand out in roofing: The impact of certification for contractors
By Jonny Suchor. Learn how NRCA PROCertification® helps contractors and redefines roofing industry benchmarks. NRCA PROCertification® sets the roofing industry's high standard for excellence in roof system installation, ensuring certified installers possess the necessary skills and experience for quality work. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) addresses the challenge ...
Investing in the future of the industry and community
By Emma Peterson. Learn how you can build and support the students that will be working in roofing tomorrow through the Davis Memorial Foundation. In Season 5, Episode 60 of Roofing Road Trips, host Heidi J. Ellsworth met up with Chuck Chapman to talk about the Davis Memorial Foundation. Chuck ...
The Ultimate Guide for Spray Roof Coating Systems
By Evelyn Witterholt. In this application guide for spray roof maintenance coatings, you’ll learn the proper equipment, climate and spraying techniques for EVERROOF coating systems. Are you a roofing contractor with a big roof coating job coming up? EVERROOF, one of the roofing industry's largest roof coating manufacturers, has a ...
From family legacy to industry leaders: Get the business support you need
By Dani Sheehan. See how this dynamic duo expanded the family business and elevated their roofing company by mastering the NRCA’s Future Executives Institute program. For Kendall and Chris Ekerson, owning a roofing company came naturally. They both grew up in the roofing industry and met working for Kendall’s father. ...
Environmental responsibility is your responsibility as a business owner
By Dani Sheehan. Hear from industry experts as they discuss EPA roofing regulations and why you should understand how roofing practices impact the environment. The roofing industry is uniquely positioned in affecting positive change in sustainability and other practices that impact the environment. In the latest Coffee Conversations episode, sponsored ...
Level up your learning at IRE 2025
By Emma Peterson. From tech panels to building clinics, learn about all the education opportunities at the upcoming IRE show! The International Roofing Expo (IRE) showcases the roofing industry on another level. From incredible networking and community spaces to an expo hall with more than 500 booths to explore, there ...
