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NWiR (National Women in Roofing)
Empowering Women in the
Roofing Industry
National Women in Roofing (NWIR) is a volunteer-based organization that supports and advances the careers of women roofing professionals.
We provide networking, mentoring, education and recruitment opportunities from the rooftop to the boardroom, for the young professional at the start of
her career to the seasoned manager in the executive suite. Our focus is on connecting and empowering women so that their training and leadership skills can help drive the overall betterment and professionalism
of the roofing industry.
Our membership also includes and welcomes men who support the inclusion of women in the roofing industry. Working together, we are bringing the industry to a new level of excellence by supporting and promoting the contributions of women as an essential component to the future of roofing.
Learn more about joining National Women in Roofing.
Save the Date – February 4, 2024 is NWiR Day
Connect, discover and cultivate new relationships with roofing professionals at NWiR Day!
We are hosting the seventh annual National Women in Roofing Day in Las Vegas, Nevada on February 4, 2024, in advance of IRE.
NWiR Day is the premier one-day conference for multidisciplinary women and allied professionals in the roofing industry to learn about the latest business strategies and tactics and share their secrets to success. Connect with professional, like-minded, good-spirited women and their allies from all facets of the roofing industry and experience insight, inspiration and fun.
The full-day program includes several education sessions on the following topics, plus a fun evening activity:
- Business development
- Communications
- Career development
- Mentoring
- Recruitment
- Roofing technology advancements
- Hands-on product demonstrations
The second part of NWiR Day will take place on February 5 and will include content on wellness, diversity, equity and inclusion.
NWiR Annual Report & Dues Increase
In this season of gratitude, the NWiR Board is proud to present the 2022-2023 Annual Report, showcasing all of our accomplishments and growth over the past year, as well as a sneak peek into the efforts rolling into our next fiscal year, with a specific focus on the inclusion of our male allies and advocates!
Over the years, our organization has grown, and our commitment to providing valuable resources, programs, and opportunities for our members has remained unwavering. To continue delivering on this commitment and ensure the sustainability of our initiatives, we have found it necessary to adjust our dues.
On January 1st, 2024, National Women in Roofing membership dues will increase to $125 per year. We remain committed to ensuring that your membership continues to be a valuable investment in your career and personal growth within the roofing industry. In addition to the core NWiR pillars, the membership value includes:
- Access to NWiR Days and Regional Events
- REALRoofing which is moving the roofing industry forward with diversity, equity and inclusion education.
- 24+ Educational Webinars covering a wide range of member driven topics annually.
- NWiR CommUnity a newly launched member communication and engagement platform.
- RoofingIsWomen is NWiR’s new micro-site for recruiting women into the roofing industry.
- Member Benefit Advantage program - Providing a member only benefit marketplace.
We want to assure you that we will continue to be transparent about how your dues are used. If you have any questions or require assistance, reach out to our Membership at membership@nationalwimeninroofing.org.
N.E.W.S. (Network of Educating Women Scholarship) Conference Attendee Program – for NWiR Day and IRE 2024
NWIR is honored to offer for a sixth year the conference attendee program for first-time contractor attendees to NWIR Day and the 2024 International Roofing Expo and NRCA Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. This program is designed to encourage first-time attendees who work for a contractor to experience the benefits of professional development in the roofing industry. Attendance at these events can influence one’s career trajectory and benefit not just the attendee, but her company/employer as well. NWIR is pleased to offer four scholarships for 2024.
Scholarship Package
- Attendance at NWIR Day on February 4
- IRE Tradeshow Expo Pass
- Super Pass to Education Sessions February 6-8
- Hotel accommodations (not to exceed $1,500)
- Roundtrip airfare (not to exceed ($800)
- Tailored agenda with host provided by NWIR Mentorship Committee
* Each attendee and her employer will be responsible for meals, ground transportation and incidentals
Guidelines for applicants
- Current NWIR Member
- Woman working as or employed by a roofing contractor
- Agreement to attend NWIR Day, education sessions and the expo
- Attend the NWIR hosted session held during the IRE education sessions
- Assist with staffing the NWIR booth at the expo (2-3 hours total)
- Agreement to write a statement summarizing her experience and provide a photographic release
- If an employee (rather than an owner), agreement from your employer for paid time off to travel from February 4-8
How To Apply
- Download the form here, fill & email submission to the Mentoring Committee Chair, Kelley Caron at KCaron@omginc.com
- Tell us the number of years and position(s) held in the roofing industry.
- Indicate whether you are a member of NWiR as well as any other roofing associations.
- Write a brief summary on why you would like to be selected to attend the 2024 NWIR Day and the IRE & NRCA Convention. (Limit to 500 words)
- The deadline to apply is October 30, 2023. Winners will be notified on November 20 and announced on December 5.
Here are the scholarships that have been awarded for NWiR Day and IRE 2023.
Become a NWiR Member!
Join over 1,500 NWiR Members who have taken an important step forward in advancing their careers
in roofing.
Your membership will give you access to:
- Mentoring from seasoned roofing professionals and industry leaders who will help guide you in important career decisions, and help you solve workplace challenges.
- Online training sessions to help you hone
your skills and stay up-to-date with industry
thought leaders. - Networking sessions at industry events, with an emphasis on programs that will advance women’s career paths in roofing at every level.
- Recruitment channels that will give you access to rising stars in the roofing industry.
- Employment opportunities nationwide from leading roofing companies and related industries.
Learn more about becoming a member today!
Annual Report 2022-2023
Dear NWiR Members, Sponsors and Supporters,
We are thrilled to share the release of National Women in Roofing’s Annual Report for 2022-2023. The Annual Report serves as a comprehensive overview of our achievements, and the progress we have made throughout the past year. We believe you will be proud to see how your contributions have been instrumental in making a real difference to empower women in the roofing industry. Thank you for being a part of NWiR’s journey, and we look forward to sharing our successes with you in the Annual Report.
Best regards,
Jennifer Keegan, NWiR Chair
Anna Anderson, NWiR Vice Chair
Christee Holbrook, NWiR Treasurer
Christine Mockenhaupt, NWiR Secretary
Michelle Boykin, NWiR Immediate Past Chair
Together More Than Ever Webinar Series
Explore NWiR's calendar for information on events and upcoming webinars. Events can be filtered by state/province and month, week or day.
To register for an upcoming event, create an account with NWiR. Non-members and Members are welcome to attend!
Technical Education, Resources and Information
The Education Committee has embarked on an initiative to provide members with easy access to resources in and outside of NWiR for technical education. Topics will include areas such as metal roofing and metal edging, asphaltic systems and products, single-ply materials, fluid-applied roofing etc. Stay tuned to the NWiR blog and newsletter for monthly updates with upcoming topics.
Watch our archive of pre-record webinars!
Latest Awards
NWiR WORLD Awards
The nomination period for the 2024 Awards is open!
Choose an award below to start your nomination.
WORLD Award Veteran
Rising Star Award
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World Award Veteran
Winners Revealed at NWiR Day 2023
The WORLD Award Committee was pleased to announce the winners of this year’s awards at NWiR Day. Please join us in congratulating Stephanie Baird as the 2023 WORLD Award Veteran winner and Erica Sherman as the 2023 WORLD Award Rising Star! Thank you to all ...
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NWiR Hispanic & Latina Council Kick-Off Meeting
We are so honored to announce the launch of our first special interest council, the Hispanic and Latina Council. Just as women in a male-dominated field have a unique perspective, the Hispanic and Latina women in our industry have a distinct aspect of their lived experience, and we want to ...
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Latest Canada Content
National Women in Roofing Comes to Canada
By Canadian Roofing Contractors Association (CRCA).
CRCA works with National Women in Roofing (NWiR) to Support Canadian Women in Roofing.
National Women in Roofing (NWiR) and the Canadian Roofing Contractors Association (CRCA) recently established a Canadian council. With the overall goal of empowering women in the roofing industry and helping ...
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Latest Podcasts
Christee Holbrook, Jennifer Keegan, Christine Mockenhaupt, Anna Anderson & Michelle Boykin - 2024 NWiR Days – Meet the Ladies Behind the Scenes
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Join us on this special episode of Roofing Road Trips with Megan Ellsworth as she welcomes the executive team of National Women in Roofing (NWiR). They take a deep dive into the upcoming NWiR Days 2024 on February 4-5 and discuss what to expect on this special day, as well ...
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In this poignant and exciting Coffee Conversations, sponsored by CertainTeed, Heidi J. Ellsworth will be discussing the new diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) course from National Women in Roofing. The program is called REAL Roofing and the DEI Essentials learning journey is the course. Through a one-month interactive series, the ...
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Coffee Conversations - Celebrating Women's History Month
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Coffee Conversations celebrates Women's History Month with thought-leading women who will reflect on the role women have played and are playing in the roofing industry. The legacy of amazing women in roofing and the women in between who have continued to push for inclusion will be a main topic along ...
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Latest Webinars
Coffee Conversations - Getting to Know REAL Roofing with National Women in Roofing!
In this poignant and exciting Coffee Conversations, sponsored by CertainTeed, Heidi J. Ellsworth will be discussing the new diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) course from National Women in Roofing. The program is called REAL Roofing and the DEI Essentials learning journey is the course. Through a one-month interactive series, the ...
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NWIR: Group Mentoring Series
What does mentoring mean to you and what do you expect? Come join us and find out!
Have you experienced group mentoring
Have you been a mentor/mentee?
Have you had a mentor/mentee?
If, so – join us! If you want to learn more about mentoring – join us! We would love to ...
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Coffee Conversations - Celebrating Women's History Month
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Coffee Conversations celebrates Women's History Month with thought-leading women who will reflect on the role women have played and are playing in the roofing industry. The legacy of amazing women in roofing and the women in between who have continued to push for inclusion will be a main topic along ...
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