IRE – International Roofing Expo
The road to IRE 2026
By Emma Peterson. Learn how the IRE team builds a show experience tailored to the roofing industry. It might be hard to believe, but 2026 is just around the corner! And kicking off the new year in style is the annual International Roofing Expo (IRE), happening January 20-22, 2026, at ...
Preparing for IRE 2026
By Emma Peterson. Industry leaders from NRCA, Informa and SRS share how they are building IRE 2026 into the biggest and most inclusive show in roofing. It might be hard to believe, but the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE) is less than four months away now! For those who aren’t ...
Roofing industry gets a talent boost from new training initiative
By Jesse Sanchez. This new roofing academy launches with the promise to ease hiring headaches for U.S. roofing firms. The U.S. roofing industry has long grappled with a shortage of skilled, entry-level talent. Now, one outsourcing firm is betting that a hands-on, one-month training academy could help close that gap, ...
Inspiration around every corner
By Anna Lockhart. By meeting with contractors face-to-face, this manufacturer is able to devise quality solutions in real time. Meeting contractors where they are is a cornerstone principle of Van Mark Products’ marketing and communications strategy. Offering a range of portable bending brakes and other metal tools, the ...
It’s time to talk about mental health
By Emma Peterson. The first step to suicide prevention in the trades? Talking about it. Join industry leaders for a conversation about suicide prevention. Editor’s note: This article discusses mental health and mental health struggles (including suicide) that might be hard for some to read. The goal is to educate ...
Renewed optimism in the industry
By Jenny Yu. An NRCA scholarship awardee and his mentor share the impact of the Empower All Scholarship and their mentor relationship. The roofing industry’s up-and-coming leaders are impressing the veterans. One such trailblazer is Nathanial Koren, recipient of the Empower All Scholarship from the National Roofing Contractors ...
Cal Poly students showcase talent at the 2025 Roofing Alliance Student Competition
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Competition inspires students to explore careers in the roofing industry. The California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) team brought excitement, innovation and strong teamwork to the 2025 Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition, proudly representing the West Coast at one of the roofing industry’s most prestigious ...
The golden ticket to your first IRE experience
By Dani Sheehan. The NRCA EmpowerAll Scholarship gives first-time attendees an all-access pass to IRE 2026 – apply now! This year, the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) is once again offering the EmpowerAll Scholarship for roofing professionals to attend the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026 in Las Vegas. This scholarship ...
Texas A&M University students win big at the 2025 Roofing Alliance Student Competition
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. The prestigious construction management team wins first place prize. The Texas A&M University team brought energy, teamwork and determination to the 2025 Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition, winning first place. Making a strong impression at one of the roofing industry’s most important events, Texas ...
Auburn University students demonstrate skill and teamwork at the 2025 Roofing Alliance Student Competition
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Best Presenter recognition was awarded to Auburn student Arjun Varadhan. The Auburn University team impressed attendees at the 2025 Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition, bringing strong teamwork, passion and real-world construction skills to one of the roofing industry’s most important educational events. The team brought ...
