Jenny Yu, Writer & Reporter
Opening new doors, 65 years later
By Jenny Yu. MFM Building Products starts its anniversary year strong at IRE 2026. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, Karen Edwards caught up with David Delcoma, operations manager of MFM Building Products Corp., about the company’s 65th anniversary. David, who just celebrated his own milestone of 15 years ...
Ladies, all aboard the NWIR cruise!
By Jenny Yu. The 2026 NWIR Florida Retreat sets sail for the Bahamas from April 10-13 for a nautical networking experience. It’s time to cast off your stress and soak up some sun at the 2026 NWIR Florida Retreat! National Women in Roofing (NWIR) of Central Florida is hosting ...
Boost your skills and your credentials
By Jenny Yu. All Weather Insulated Panels offers installers five-year certification and comprehensive training. All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP) has introduced IMPpro™, a comprehensive authorized installer training program designed to elevate the skills and capabilities of professionals working with insulated metal panels. The program offers in-depth instruction that prepares ...
IRE attendees give back
By Jenny Yu. The 17th Annual Community Service Day Project gathered 30 volunteers to serve Las Vegas residents in need. Before exhibitors and attendees filled the International Roofing Expo trade show floor, 30 volunteers gathered for the event’s 17th Annual Community Service Day Project on Monday, January 19, ...
Bridging cultures and eras through metal roofing
By Jenny Yu. Schechtl’s commitment to craftsmanship, innovation and youth education highlights the evolving future of metal roofing. At the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD)’s Young Roofers Competition in Austria, Heidi J. Ellsworth had the opportunity to speak with Maria Schechtl, CEO and owner of Schechtl, along ...
Not another meeting; instead, a homecoming
By Jenny Yu. The NRCA’s first time hosting members of SkillsUSA at the annual IRE convention sparked fruitful discussions about the future workforce of roofing. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo, the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) hosted 23 members of SkillsUSA to join in the learning and networking ...
Understanding oil canning in metal roofing
By Jenny Yu. Drexel Metals explains why oil canning is cosmetic and how contractors can minimize its appearance. Metal roofing is widely recognized for its durability, longevity and architectural appeal, but like any premium building material, it comes with considerations contractors and building owners should understand. In the article ...
Fostering a culture where all flourish
By Jenny Yu. Raincoat Roofing invests in its crew by providing opportunities for mentorship and ongoing education. In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke with the 2025 National Women in Roofing (NWIR) World Rising Star Award winner, Sarah Sutton-Shouse of Raincoat Roofing, about Raincoat’s culture ...
Greater margins, greater possibilities
By Jenny Yu. Explore how incorporating metal can take your business to the next level. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards spoke with Sherwin-Williams’ MetalVue OEM Program Manager, Brendan McGinnis and Sherwin Williams’ Contractor Sales Representative for the MetalVue program, Heather McGinnis, about consumer trends and ...
Leading the metal revolution
By Jenny Yu. New equipment, streamlined operations and a unified team are driving Western States Metal Roofing’s momentum this year. Western States Metal Roofing (WSMR) is bringing the energy to 2026! In a recent video titled “The future is metal,” representatives from the front office to the front line ...
