Adam Cabrera
Data Systems that are Built for Convenience and Security
By Adam Cabrera. In a world where data breaches are becoming more common, the roofing industry is not immune. What do things like access security and data governance have to do with nailing shingles? In a recent Roofing Road Trips episode, host Heidi J. Ellsworth brought on Dan Mihai and ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® Welcomes The GLO Group!
By Adam Cabrera. The GLO Group is a dynamic brand engagement firm that focuses on helping companies grow their revenue through an innovative, proven methodology and holistic approach. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning place where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, is pleased to welcome The GLO Group into ...
NRCA goes to Washington for a Day of Roofing Advocacy
By Adam Cabrera Roofing Day is a valuable opportunity for industry professionals to directly communicate their issues to legislators. In a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips podcast, hosts Heidi J. Ellsworth and James Ellsworth chat with Deborah Mazol from the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA). Deborah dives deep ...
Network, Learn and Compete at the Western Roofing Expo!
By Adam Cabrera. Mark your calendars and get ready for the 2023 Western Roofing Expo because it’s just around the corner. It’s coming up soon! Slated for September 23-25, 2023 at the Paris Las Vegas hotel, this year's Western Roofing Expo marks the 49th time the Western States Roofing Contractors ...
Durability & Sustainability in Metal Roofing
By Adam Cabrera. Some of the benefits of PVF film is its resistance to corrosion, simple maintenance and recyclability. The RoofersCoffeeShop® team caught up with Corinne Sheridan, the Global Marketing Director for DuPont™ Tedlar® at the 2023 Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo (FRSA). If you're looking to ...
Can Technology Hack the Labor Shortage?
By Adam Cabrera. Technology plays a crucial role in solving the labor shortage in roofing by connecting contractors with skilled crews. Is the roofing industry really experiencing a labor shortage? John Van Beek, veteran of the roofing industry and Labor Central executive, would say yes while Paul Aguire of Lumanex ...
Permanent Fall Protection Mitigates Risk and Enhances Safety
By Adam Cabrera. With workplace falls being a leading cause of fatalities, OSHA emphasizes fall prevention, a key focus of FlashCo's new product line. On a recent Roofing Road Trips episode, host Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke to FlashCo's Rob Drew and Jeremy Grimes who underscored the critical role safety plays ...
“Steeling” the Show With Stone-coated Solutions
By Adam Cabrera. In the competitive roofing industry, the choice of materials plays a significant role in both the aesthetics and durability of your project. In a recent RLW webinar, Heidi J. Ellsworth had the opportunity to chat with Mitch Heitsch and Rob Anderson, two industry experts from Westlake Royal ...
Community Hero Becomes a Lucky Winner
By Adam Cabrera. In a display of community support, Navy veteran Chris Waterfield received a new roof in recognition of his military service and ongoing dedication to his fellow veterans. Chris Waterfield served aboard the aircraft carrier the USS America for eight years in the 1980s. Now he devotes his ...
Safety, Cyber Threats and Lawsuits in the Roofing Industry
By Adam Cabrera. Proper training, documentation and communication are key to risk mitigation. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips, David Toney of Adams and Reese, a law firm known for construction law, shed light on common pitfalls faced by roofing contractors and the significance of being well-prepared to ...
