Expert Conversations
Inspired to lead: How to maximize your leadership skills through this Peer Forum
By Anna Lockhart. This exclusive peer forum event focused on boosting confidence as an industry leader for women industry professionals is a must-attend for members! Tune in on December 3, 2025, to participate in this special R-Club Peer Forum event, “HERizon - Expanding What’s Possible for Women in Leadership.” ...
Automation and accuracy: The future of metal fabrication
By Jenny Yu. Explore how strategic automation can address labor shortages and efficiency issues. In an industry under mounting pressure from labor shortages and production demands, contractors and fabricators are increasingly turning to automation and advanced folding technologies to stay competitive, said David Prokop, executive vice president of precision ...
The newest tools of the trade
By Jenny Yu. In an upcoming MetalTalk™, dive into the innovative solutions Malco Tools has to offer. Founded in 1950, Malco Tools began when a young steel supply salesmen decided to manufacture a pipe crimper to aid with installing sheet metal ductwork. Since then, Malco has grown to be ...
Master your money
By Emma Peterson. This RLW will dive into how taking control of your finances helps grow your roofing company. In this exclusive Read Listen Watch® (RLW), Megan Ellsworth with be hosting an expert panel to discuss finances in the roofing industry! This webinar, “Take Control of Your Roofing Finances,” will ...
Planning for the future
By Emma Peterson. Dive into succession planning with industry expert and veteran John Kenney. John Kenney, who has over 45 years of experience in the roofing industry, founded and is the CEO of Cotney Consulting Group. The goal of Cotney Consulting Group is to give contractors “strategic guidance built ...
Bumble Roofing named November R-Club roofer of the month
By Jesse Sanchez. Bumble Roofing continues to make waves with a simple mission: make roofing easier, faster and more customer friendly. In a market where roofing contractors often compete on price alone, Bumble Roofing has carved out a different kind of reputation: one built on growth, service and trust. Named ...
Why resilient roofing is becoming essential
By Jesse Sanchez. Since insurance coverage isn’t what it used to be, contractors and homeowners alike need to catch up fast. Here’s what you need to know. In a world of rising premiums, shifting insurance policy terms and increasingly extreme weather, investing in resilient roofing materials is no longer ...
The next generation of roofing
By Emma Peterson. Young professionals shared their journeys and passion for the roofing industry. In a recent Coffee Conversations sponsored by Johns Manville, Megan Ellsworth hosted an incredible panel of Gen Z roofing professionals to talk about their journeys and experiences in the industry! This panel included Lilli Tillman Smith, ...
How the industry turns slowdowns into strength
By Dani Sheehan. Build lasting businesses when you focus on improving quality, invest in training and foster meaningful relationships. Uncertainty isn’t new in the roofing industry – interest rates fluctuate, homeowner spending tightens and project timelines shift. Even as customers become cautious and competitors focus on cutting costs, periods of ...
The gold standard in metal roofing partnerships
By Jenny Yu. Drexel Metals Plus members gain exclusive access to benefits that improve quality, efficiency and long-term success. Drexel Metals’ commitment to supporting quality-driven metal roofing professionals is taking center stage with the Drexel Metals Plus program. Designed to recognize and reward top-tier partners, the program includes a ...
