The Roofing Alliance announces participation in the 2026 International Roofing Expo®

Roofing Alliance hosts its 12th Annual Construction Management Student Competition.

The Roofing Alliance proudly announces their participation in the 2026 International Roofing Expo® (IRE) in Las Vegas, Nevada, January 20-22, 2026. The Roofing Alliance will host its 12th Annual Construction Management Student Competition with four finalist teams competing in the final leg of the competition during an oral presentation on Wednesday, January 21.  

The Roofing Alliance will be involved in the following activities:

• Construction Management Student Competition - This hallmark competition promotes careers in roofing industry management by challenging students roofing knowledge, construction management skills, time management and organizational and presentation skills. The Cannery Casino and Hotel is the featured project for this year’s competition. All attendees are encouraged to attend on Wednesday, January 21 from 8 – 11:30 a.m. at the Las Vegas Convention Center, West Hall, Room W211-W212.  
• Trade Show Booth - Visit Booth #2345 to learn more about Roofing Alliance programs, including the Most Valuable Player, Melvin Kruger Endowed Scholarships, the partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities® and how to become a member of the Roofing Alliance.
• NRCA Awards Ceremony and Cocktail Reception – The Most Valuable Player Award winners and the Best of the Best will be recognized, in addition to the Construction Management Student Competition winners. Join the Roofing Alliance as they formally recognize the roofing industry’s most prestigious award winners on Wednesday, January 21 starting at 5 p.m at the Las Vegas Convention Center, West Hall, Room W322-327.

For more information about the Roofing Alliance initiatives, contact Alison L. LaValley, CAE, executive director, at alavalley@nrca.net or visit roofingalliance.net. 

About the Roofing Alliance

The Roofing Alliance serves as the catalyst for industry innovation, bringing together more than 200 leaders who are dedicated to shaping roofing’s future. With commitments exceeding $18 million, the Alliance funds essential research and training, advances education through initiatives like the roofing minor, fosters workforce development, supports scholarships and leads impactful philanthropic efforts including its partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities®.