Heidi J. Ellsworth
Looking to the future of the industry
By Emma Peterson. Examine market growth and industry shifts with Paul Trombitas and the FMI 2025 North American Construction Outlook report. From new tariffs to changing immigration policies and more, 2025 has been an interesting year for the construction industry. To help you get a better understanding of what is going on ...
Hearts on the Greens helps to keep families together
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Hearts on the Green charity golf tournament raises funds for Ronald McDonald Houses of greater Dallas area. The roofing industry has long been recognized for its generosity and commitment to giving back. At the heart of this effort is the Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing ...
Roofing Day in D.C.: The importance of advocacy
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Over 260 roofing professionals share needs for workforce development, immigration reform and fair tax policies during Roofing Day in D.C. 2025. Since 2018 the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has brought the industry together each spring in Washington for Roofing Day in D.C. The annual event creates a ...
Tax reform, tariffs and immigration policy: What you need to know
By Dani Sheehan. While policy shifts can create uncertainty, proactive planning and advocacy can help you navigate an evolving business landscape. In the rapidly shifting political landscape, the roofing industry continues to advocate for policies that support business growth, workforce development and fair regulations. In a recent episode of Contractor Outlook, Heidi ...
Roofing resilience to protect against nature’s unpredictable forces
By Dani Sheehan. RICOWI’s storm damage research ensures that every storm leaves us better prepared for the next. In a recent episode of Contractor Outlook, Heidi J. Ellsworth met with Phil Mayfield, a seasoned building envelope consultant and the storm investigation program coordinator for the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI). ...
Emerging code trends from the Single Ply Roofing Industry Winter Meeting
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Amanda Hickman of The Hickman Group shares insights for 2025. As the roofing industry evolves, so too do the codes and standards that govern them. Amanda Hickman, a codes expert from The Hickman Group and consultant to the Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI), has been at the forefront ...
Día 3: Sesiones y eventos esenciales en IRE 2025
Por Anna Lockhart, traducido por Jessica Bravo. ¡No te pierdas estas sesiones que tendrán lugar el viernes en IRE 2025! International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025 está a la vuelta de la esquina y los participantes están haciendo planes para asistir a sesiones y eventos interesantes. ¿Ya has echado un ...
Data center demand continues to drive construction
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. DeepSeek announcements drive speculation. The demand for data centers continues to grow and with the emergence and recent announcements concerning DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company claiming to offer substantial efficiency gains at a lower cost, changes in how data centers are being constructed are very much in the ...
Day 3: Must-see sessions and events at IRE 2025
By Anna Lockhart. Don’t miss out on these exciting sessions taking place on Friday at IRE 2025! International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025 is just around the corner and participants are making plans for attending interesting sessions and events! Have you taken a look at what exciting conversations and workshops you will ...
Single Ply Roofing Industry Association gives back
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Incorporating community service into their winter meeting, the Single Ply Roofing Industry Association continues to find ways to make a difference. At the 2025 Winter Meeting, the Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) demonstrated its commitment to giving back in a meaningful way by helping families in need. Sponsored ...
