Duro-Last® honors Contractor of the Year and Annual Project Awards at 2026 National Sales Seminar

Many contractors were also celebrated for their outstanding work and accomplishments throughout 2025.

Duro-Last’s annual National Sales Seminar, held January 18 through 20 at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee, welcomed more than 2,000 guests representing more than 300 authorized Duro-Last roofing contractor companies. The highly anticipated event was packed with educational sessions, networking, company news and product announcements. Many contractors were also celebrated for their outstanding work and accomplishments throughout 2025.

“The energy surrounding the National Sales Seminar is always something special,” said Duro-Last president Darren Schulz. “This year’s event in Nashville gave us the perfect setting to celebrate the World’s Best Roofers and share a look at the exciting innovations our teams are bringing to the industry in 2026. The spirit of creativity across Duro-Last continues to grow, and it was powerful to see contractors respond to the forward-thinking solutions that will help advance commercial roofing in the years ahead.”

Duro-Last’s 2025 Contractor of the Year was awarded to Parsons Commercial Roofing from Waco, Texas. Parsons Commercial Roofing earned the Contractor of the Year distinction for its exceptional work, attention to detail, customer service and outstanding sales throughout 2025. Parsons Commercial Roofing, an authorized Duro-Last contractor for more than 25 years, also earned the distinction of a Duro-Last Platinum contractor for its quality workmanship.

Additionally, Duro-Last Project Awards were recognized. Award winners and categories included:

• Project of the Year Award
  • Recognizing the project which best utilizes all aspects of a Duro-Last Roofing System and demonstrates a dedication to outstanding workmanship, best practices, innovation and customer service.
  • Contractor: Damschroder Roofing of Fremont, Ohio
  • Project: Minerva Middle School — Minerva, Ohio
• Custom-Fabrication Award
  • Recognizing the project which best utilizes Duro-Last’s custom-fabricated membrane and accessories throughout the roofing system.
  • Contractor: Lighty Roofing and Construction of Edmond, Oklahoma
  • Project: Greentech Center — Anadarko, Oklahoma
• Edge-to-Edge & Deck-to-Sky™ Award
  • Recognizing the project which best utilizes Duro-Last products for the entire roofing system — from Edge-to-Edge & Deck-to-Sky.
  • Contractor: Quality Exteriors of Murfreesboro, Tennessee
  • Project: Modera SoBro — Nashville, Tennessee
• Metal Roofing Award
  • Recognizing the project which best utilizes EXCEPTIONAL® Metals’ metal roofing and wall panels.
  • Contractor: Billmans Cool Roofing Co. of Lodi, California
  • Project: USCG Bauer Building 544 — Petaluma, California
• Sustainability Award
  • Recognizing the project which best utilizes Duro-Last products or services to reduce the environmental impact of the building.
  • Contractor: Four Seasons Energy Efficient Roofing of Shoreview, Minnesota
  • Project: Merrick Inc. — Vadnais Heights, Minnesota
• Specialty Membrane Award
  • Recognizing the project which best utilizes Duro-Last roll good products.
  • Contractor: Springfield Roofing of Kingsley, Michigan
  • Project: Community Center — Northern Michigan

For more information on the projects recognized during the Duro-Last National Sales Seminar, visit the Duro-Last YouTube page at youtube.com/DuroLastRoofing to view the award videos.

Networking, education and entertainment

Education and networking took center stage at the seminar, with breakout sessions covering topics such as next-level installation tips and tricks designed to enhance and revolutionize Duro-Last Roofing System installations, digital marketing tools and AI resources, mastering metal system sales with Duro-Last’s comprehensive lineup of premium panels and edge details, competitive sales techniques and a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting innovations coming from Duro-Last in 2026. Attendees also had time to unwind, dressing up for the annual Awards Gala where top contractors were honored for their 2025 achievements. Seminar wrapped up with a once-in-a-lifetime private concert from award-winning country artist Lee Brice at The Pinnacle in the heart of Nashville’s entertainment district.

“It’s an honor to learn, grow and celebrate alongside Duro-Last contractors at Seminar,” Schulz said. “Starting the year with the World’s Best Roofers reminds us what is possible when talent, passion and innovation come together. Their work inspires every team across our organization as we build toward the future.”

About Duro-Last

Duro-Last is a leading manufacturer of custom-fabricated thermoplastic single-ply roofing systems based in Saginaw, Michigan, with eight manufacturing locations across the U.S. Known as the “World’s Best Roof®”, Duro-Last’s factory-controlled custom-fabrication can eliminate up to 85% of field seams, resulting in lower on-site labor costs and easier installation. Duro-Last’s roofing systems are sustainable and durable. More than 2 billion square feet of Duro-Last membrane has been installed throughout North America. Duro-Last is a brand of Amrize Building Envelope LLC. For more information on Duro-Last, call 800.248.0280 or visit duro-last.com 

About Amrize

Amrize (NYSE: AMRZ) is building North America, as the partner of choice for professional builders with advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. With more than 1,000 sites and a highly efficient distribution network, we deliver for our customers in every U.S. state and Canadian province. Our 19,000 teammates uniquely serve every construction market from infrastructure, commercial and residential to new build, repair and refurbishment. Amrize achieved $11.7 billion in revenue in 2024 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange. We are ready to build your ambition.