Expert Conversations
Training built on relationships
By Dani Sheehan. With Progressive Materials, training is the start of a partnership built on trust, communication and shared success. In a recent episode of CoatingsCast®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with Jeff Romero, technical and education coordinator for Progressive Materials, to talk about how strong manufacturer-contractor relationships shape successful roof ...
The benefits of AWIP's loyalty dealer programs
By Jenny Yu. Explore the benefits of joining one of AWIP’s loyalty programs to help grow your business. With the rise of insulated metal panels (IMPs) in the construction industry, access to training and support is one sure way to have a competitive edge. In an episode of MetalCast, ...
Solar’s survival in times of uncertainty
By Jenny Yu. From tax credit changes to tariffs, S-5!’s director of strategy and market development highlights factors impacting the solar industry. With six years at S-5! and sixteen years of working in solar under his belt, Mark Gies was the perfect person to discuss the state of the ...
Taking back your time
By Jenny Yu. Explore how this fully integrated CRM tool can save you time so you can focus on the ones you love. “I'm missing my kid's baseball games due to work. My wife is starting to get irritated with me. I need to take a vacation. I either need ...
Inside the NTRCA’s Not-So-Mini Trade Show
By Jenny Yu. With a low-cost, high-impact format, this trade show exhibited how roofing events can deliver value for every part of the business. The 2025 North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) “Not-So-Mini” Trade Show may be in the rearview mirror, but its unique structure and inclusive spirit are still ...
Women share how their unique paths led to industry success
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Michelle Ly, Rachel Narveson and Jana Zavala built their businesses and communities in a traditionally male-populated field. In a special Coffee Conversations sponsored by QXO, Heidi J. Ellsworth got to sit down with three fellow female-business owners to chat about their journeys into the ...
Keeping up with curb appeal
By Emma Peterson. How Westlake balances staying on trend while still offering timeless resilience. While at the 2025 International Builders Show, Heidi J. Ellsworth had the opportunity to interview Sarah Lograsso, the director of marketing and product management at Westlake Royal Building Products, to discuss their stone and roofing ...
More than translation: Creating spaces for Hispanic contractors
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Pantera Pros and NAHICA are shaping the future of roofing by creating community spaces for Hispanic professionals. It’s Hispanic Heritage Month and to celebrate, The Coffee Shops™ hosted some Hispanic trailblazers who are driving innovation, empowering their communities and paving the way for future ...
The power of ICF construction
By Emma Peterson. From storm protection to fire resistance and energy efficiency, learn about the benefits of working with insulated concrete forms. Over the years, we’ve seen a variety of changes in the roofing and construction industries as products and technology advance. One big example of this is the move ...
Get insights on legal policies and procedures
By Emma Peterson. Enter for a chance to win a free book from industry leader and expert Trent Cotney! Being a roofing contractor often means wearing many hats, whether it’s the hard hat at the job site or a baseball cap while working on sales and marketing in the office. ...
