Education & Learning
Three days of roofing excellence this May
By Emma Peterson. The CRCA’s 65th National Conference offers sessions, socials, tours and more for industry professionals nationwide. Every two years, the Canadian Roofing Contractors Association (CRCA) hosts a General Meeting and National Conference. This is a national event that “brings together roofing industry professionals from across Canada — an ...
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 ...
IKO 2026 Profit Power Series kicks off with packed roofing contractor workshops in Halifax and Winnipeg
Industry pros share practical strategies on marketing, crafting the perfect sales pitch and scaling up your business with roofing contractors in two fully booked Canadian events. IKO’s 2026 Profit Power series hit the ground running with two full-house roofing contractor workshops in Halifax and Winnipeg, leaving attendees energized, inspired and armed ...
Key takeaways from ServiceCon 2026
By Jessica Bravo. A look back at one of the top events for commercial roofing service professionals. From March 2–4, RoofersCoffeeShop® attended ServiceCon 2026 in Houston, Texas, an event dedicated to helping commercial roofing professionals strengthen and grow their service departments. Conversations with industry leaders Megan Ellsworth spoke with several ...
R-Club safety trainings: Bilingual education that strengthens crews
By Jesse Sanchez. Exclusive bilingual safety trainings equip roofing crews with clarity, confidence and stronger compliance culture. Safety on a jobsite is not built through policies alone. It is reinforced through repetition, leadership and training that reaches every crew member clearly and consistently. Inside the RoofersCoffeeShop® R-Club, that commitment shows ...
Inspiring the next generation of roofers
By Emma Peterson. Learn how NRCA is supporting students like Shelton Horton’s interest in the roofing industry. The term “labor shortage” has become very familiar for professionals working in the roofing industry. There are reports that many companies are having to turn down jobs due to lack of labor and ...
Roofing takes the fast lane at CRSMCA 2026
By Jenny Yu. The Durham-based event combined networking, product innovation and a NASCAR-inspired experience. The 2026 Carolinas Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (CRSMCA) Mid-Winter Roofing Expo brought energy and connection to historic Durham, North Carolina, with a NASCAR-inspired theme. The annual event drew several hundred contractors and exhibitors ...
Small but mighty: NERCA annual convention delivers big impact
By Jenny Yu. Strong attendance and meaningful conversations defined this year’s event in Connecticut. The North East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) 98th Annual Convention and Trade Show brought energy and engagement to Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, where contractors, manufacturers and industry leaders gathered for education and connection. Karen ...
The beauty of roofing apprenticeships
By Jenny Yu. A self-proclaimed “roof fanatic” shares a global vision for educating the roofers of tomorrow. At the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) Young Roofers Competition, Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke with the event’s host, Hans-Peter Springinsfeld, owner of Springinsfeld in Tyrol, Austria, about his journey into ...
Texas solar installers: Don’t miss the S-5! Road Show this March
Texas solar professionals, mark your calendars. S-5! is traveling to three major cities this March, delivering a high-impact experience tailored specifically for installers looking to level up their expertise. Built for hands-on professionals in rooftop solar and fall protection, the S-5! Texas Road Show combines live demonstrations, practical training and ...
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