Training - General
GAF’s Roofing Academy approved by Department of Defense SkillBridge program
Approval further expands career opportunities for transitioning service members and supplies the roofing industry with qualified talent. GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, has achieved a major milestone with accreditation of the GAF Roofing Academy under the Department of Defense’s SkillBridge program. The SkillBridge designation extends ...
GAF’s 'Latinos in Roofing' summit brings hundreds of roofing professionals together
The Latinos in Roofing Summit & Expo in Atlanta provided training, resources and networking opportunities to help roofing professionals strengthen their business and the industry. This month, GAF, North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, convened over 775 roofing professionals in Atlanta for the nationally recognized Latinos in Roofing Summit & ...
METALCON 2025 elevates industry training with career-defining education and exclusive hands-on learning
Attendees can earn continuing education credits, access free education sessions via the show floor and learn from experts in metal construction, architecture and engineering. With skilled labor in high demand and the need for practical, applicable training at an all-time high, METALCON 2025 is putting education front and center. This year’s ...
CertainTeed kicks off season 3 of Business Building Workshops at iconic stadium venues nationwide
Exclusive events give credentialed contractors the tools, training and strategies to grow their business — on and off the field. CertainTeed®, a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain and a leading North American manufacturer of building materials, is bringing its popular Business Building Workshops back for a third season — bigger, bolder and hosted ...
S-5! to deliver education & showcase the latest solar mounting innovations at Electricity Transformation Canada
This opportunty offers attendees the opportunity to earn Continuing Education Credits. S-5!, the industry leader in solar mounting solutions for metal roofs, will introduce its latest innovations at Electricity Transformation Canada in Toronto from October 6-8. Additionally, S-5! technical experts will deliver an educational presentation offering insights into solarization strategies for ...
Rich Harshaw: Operation Lead Surge
In this MetalCast™ episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Rich Harshaw, founder of Level 10 Contractor and host of the Level 10 Contractor Daily Podcast. Rich shares how Operation Lead Surge marketing event is transforming the way contractors generate and close leads, with proven strategies that deliver 200–500 qualified ...
Don't miss FAR’s upcoming Contractor Certification Training
By Fluid Applied Roofing (FAR). Elevate both individual and team skills with FAR's Contractor Certification Training in fluid-applied roofing. Fluid Applied Roofing (FAR) stands at the forefront of roofing innovation, delivering breakthrough solutions that revolutionize how contractors approach every project. Our commitment to cutting-edge technology, sustainable practices and contractor empowerment has positioned ...
Addressing trade shortages through innovative student training program is dubbed "a triple win"
The Warrior Village Project is a unique way to provide hands-on technical training to high school students by combining material support with practical education. This year’s Labor Day holiday marks a peculiar time for the U.S. labor market. Uncertainty plagues many industries, with labor shortages on one hand and at the ...
Suicide Prevention Month resources
By Jenny Yu. This September, take time to prioritize your crew’s mental health. A 2023 study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that the suicide rate in construction occupations is nearly four times greater than the national average and five times greater than that of all ...
Austin McConnell - Live Ventilation Conversation at Attic Breeze
In this Roofing Road Trips® live broadcast, Heidi J. Ellsworth joins Austin McConnell, certified trainer and technical support of Attic Breeze on location for an up-close look at their hands-on training program and fan performance. With a live demonstration of the solar-powered fans in action, this episode goes beyond the ...
