Recognizing four outstanding WSRCA members

By The Coffee Shops®.

Scott Riopelle, Marcus Clinco, Randy Fernandez and Leo Ibarra are honored for their service to WSRCA and the roofing industry.

Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) just announced their 2025–2026 President’s Award winners! Chosen by the WSRCA president (this year by outgoing president Stan Robinson of Pacific West Roofing), these awardees are celebrated for not only uplifting the WSRCA community but also the entire roofing industry.

As Stan put it:

These three individuals represent what makes Western States such a strong organization. They give their time, share their knowledge and continually look for ways to make the association and our industry better. It has been an honor to recognize them for everything they have contributed.

Scott Riopelle named Wrangler of the Year

Scott Riopelle led an outstanding membership effort during the 2025-2026 year, helping bring 95 QXO branches into Western States.

The Wrangler of the Year Award honors the individual who made the greatest contribution to growing the association’s membership during the past year. Scott's efforts expanded Western States’ reach and created more opportunities for roofing professionals to connect, exchange knowledge and support one another.

“Growing Western States is about building relationships and strengthening our industry,” Scott said. “Helping bring 95 QXO branches into the association was a team effort, and I’m proud to have played a role. Bringing more people together benefits our members and the roofing industry as a whole.”

Marcus Clinco recognized as Board Member of the Year

Marcus Clinco provided outstanding leadership as chair of the Member Services Committee while remaining actively involved throughout Western States. Marcus also serves as a trustee of the Davis Memorial Foundation. Both the Membership Committee and the foundation experienced tremendous growth during the past year, with Clinco’s leadership, energy and involvement contributing to the success of both groups.

“Marcus stepped up everywhere we needed him this year,” Stan said. “He took ownership of the Membership Committee, stayed heavily involved throughout the association and continued his work with the Davis Memorial Foundation. Both groups had tremendous years, and Marcus deserves a lot of credit for the energy and leadership he brought to them.”

Randy Fernandez receives Outstanding Service Award

Randy Fernandez was recognized for his expertise, generosity and continued willingness to serve Western States and its members. Randy recently became vice chair of the Associate Advisory Council and continues to participate actively in association meetings and programs. He also presents fall protection certification courses at Western States Road Shows, sharing his knowledge with roofing professionals throughout the West.

Through Guardian Fall Protection, Randy provides every new Western States contractor member with a free fall protection kit, extending his commitment to safety and member value beyond the classroom.

“Randy is one of those people who is always willing to help,” Stan said. “He shares his expertise with our members, stays involved in our meetings and has been incredibly generous to the association. His commitment to safety and to supporting our contractor members makes him very deserving of this recognition.”

Leo Ibarra inducted into WSRCA Hall of Fame

In addition to the announcement of the three awardees, WSRCA released their newest inductee into their Hall of Fame! A two-term president of Western States, Leo is being inducted in honor of his many years of leadership, service and dedication to the association. He helped lead the association through the COVID-19 pandemic, where his steady leadership guided the organization through unprecedented uncertainty and truly positioned Western States for continued growth in the new decade.

Even after his presidency ended, Leo has remained deeply involved with the association. He continues to champion the Waterproofing Committee and works to ensure waterproofing remains an important part of Western States’ education and industry outreach.

Fellow board members also know Leo as a thoughtful and steady presence whose experience and perspective are valued throughout the organization. As Stan put it:

Leo has given an incredible amount to Western States. He led this association through circumstances none of us could have anticipated, and he did it with a calm and steady hand. Even after serving two terms as president, he never stopped showing up or looking for ways to help. He is someone we can always count on for perspective and a voice of reason, and I can’t think of anyone more deserving of a place in the Western States Hall of Fame.