By Cass Jacoby, CRS Reporter.  

RoofersCoffeeShop® interviews California Polytechnic State University students in the Roofing Alliance competition. 

The Roofing Alliance hosted its eighth Construction Management Student Competition at this year’s International Roofing Expo (IRE). RoofersCoffeeShop was LIVE, interviewing the finalists of the student competition to learn what they are looking for in their future roofing careers.  

In this interview, Karen Edwards meets with students of California Polytechnic State University Claire Peters, Nick Reeves, Steven Zhang (team co-captain), Nathan Horst (team co-captain) and Chance Geiskinger for insight on coming to IRE for the first time and for them to tell us what the future of the roofing industry will look like.  

“This has really been my first taste of roofing,” says Claire about IRE. “Something that I'm super interested in is the ability to go out in the field and really be able to experience what I'm talking about...So seeing all the materials and getting a hands-on approach to all that has been awesome.” 

Chance echoes his gratitude for the warm welcome from the industry towards all of the students. “I thought it was really awesome how many people would give us the time of day, even though we're students, we're not contractors coming to this,” Chance shares. “It was a good experience.” 

As the upcoming generation of roofing professionals, these students have invaluable insight into what the next generation of roofers is looking for from their employers. These students talk about how they look for good company culture, diversity and opportunity to grow within their future jobs.  

“I look for the ability to grow with the company,” says Nick. He talks about how he wants to have a career where he can gain experience in different sections and become a valuable team member to a company. 

“I'm really focused on building with a purpose,” says Steven. "Being able to see economy growing and all that is something that I'm really passionate about.”  

“I like that Steven, building with purpose,” agrees Nathan. “I would also say diversity is something I do look for. Not a lot of construction companies, especially in the Bay Area, have a ton of diversity, but it brings a lot of different perspectives to a company when there is a lot more diversity in the company.” 

Watch the entire video for more insight from the students from California Polytechnic State University about the details of their project, what they want out of their roofing careers and more.   

You can watch California Polytechnic State University's presentation on demand at Roofing Alliance’s YouTube. 

Learn more about the Roofing Alliance in their RoofersCoffeeShop Directory or visit www.roofingalliance.net. 

By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter.  

RoofersCoffeeShop® interviews the University of Florida students of the Roofing Alliance competition.   

The Roofing Alliance hosted its eighth Construction Management Student Competition at this year’s IRE. RoofersCoffeeShop® was on the beat, interviewing the finalists of the student competition and figuring out what they are looking for in a roofing company as they prepare to enter the industry.  

In this interview, Karen Edwards meets with the University of Florida student team, comprised of Ryan Freeman, John Zielinski, Ansley Spofford (team captain), Avery Tyndall and Robert Duckworth, for insight on the competition and what the future of the roofing industry will look like.  

“We started the process of selecting the team members in September. Then we started working on the proposal, which was 40 pages, including a full estimate site logistics.” says team captain Ansley.  “The presentation today was kind of an overview of what that was. Then that was finished by Christmas break December.” 

Team members reflected on the project presentations that happened the morning of the interview. “A lot of work went into it,” says John. “My favorite part was seeing it all come together at the end and delivering a product that we were all proud in.” 

For the students of the University of Florida , the best part of IRE in general has been “being able to see the trade show, really getting to learn a lot more about working,” says Ansley.  “It's just been a great networking event.” 

As the upcoming generation of roofing professionals, these students have invaluable insight into what the future of roofing will look like, and into what company culture is attractive to new roofers. “For the most part, we are all looking to work for commercial construction, general contractors for the most part,” says Ryan. “I think something to look for is definitely to be valued and see your work as valuable and to be treated in a manner that, what you do means something.” 

John agrees with Ryan’s described workplace, saying he wants to work in a place where his work is appreciated and where he has opportunities to grow and learn. “We can only learn so much in the classroom,” says Ryan. " So we got to learn as much as we can. So basically, I would say the opportunity to learn is what I was looking for.” 

“I want it to be somewhere where I'm not afraid to ask questions and can learn as much as possible,” adds Avery. “Also, I think the culture of the company is very important. You're going to be there all the time and I feel like that's the most important thing.” 

Ansley also agrees with her colleagues, adding that she looks for not only a place where she feels valued and can learn, but also can see her work itself as a valuable project and where she can be an asset to the company. 

Overall, these students are looking to work for companies where they are more than just a number, but a valuable part of a team in a company culture that fosters their growth and development.  

Watch the entire video for more insight from the University of Florida students on what they want out of a roofing employer, details on the competition and more.   

Learn more about the Roofing Alliance in their RoofersCoffeeShop Directory or visit www.roofingalliance.net. 

By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter.

The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the NRCA, has many great initiatives planned for the years ahead.

Although the Roofing Alliance just celebrated its 25-year anniversary, its work in advancing the roofing industry is far from finished. The foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association continually has created valuable resources for roofing industry professionals. Through education, volunteering and networking opportunities, the Roofing Alliance has been an indispensable asset. Dave Lawlor, president of the Roofing Alliance and national sales manager for ROCKWOOL, spoke about the Alliance’s future in an episode of Roofing Road Trips.

With education at the forefront of the Alliance's initiatives, it currently is working with Clemson University to provide students with a roofing-specific course curriculum. Although roofing education is a part of construction management courses, a roofing course curriculum dives deeper into the subject.

“Young people are going to come into the industry and be knowledgeable about roofing,” Lawlor says. “They're going to know  it's a great place to work, and they can build a career.”

One great aspect of the Roofing Alliance is how it seeks to grow the industry by providing funding for research and construction projects. Although the deadline for this year’s funding requests has already passed, it’s a good thing to keep in mind for any future projects.

Among other plans for the next year or so, Lawlor plans to add up to 10 new Alliance members during his presidential term. “The networking opportunity is fantastic with Alliance membership,” Lawlor says. “Joining a group of people who are lifting an organization and  industry is fantastic.”

Learn more about the Roofing Alliance in its RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit roofingalliance.net.

Listen to the entire podcast to learn all about the Roofing Alliance’s plan for the new year and beyond!
 

By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. 

In honor of Women's History Month, we celebrate some women-led businesses in the roofing.

Roofing is an overwhelmingly male occupation. Whether contractor or crew, the majority of workers are typically men. The U.S. Department of Labor considers roofing a male-dominated profession, but that doesn’t mean women in roofing are unicorns. Take Marianne Sumter, owner of Wil-Mar Products, as proof of how women are not only present in the roofing industry, but are essential to its success.  

With a desire to continue her husband’s legacy, Marianne became the owner of Wil-Mar Products, stepping into a leadership role in a male-dominated industry. And she has successfully led the company with strength and expertise. To this day, Marianne continues to provide excellent customer service, meet the demands of the industry and develop lasting relationships with women. 

And there are even more stories of women revolutionizing the roofing industry. Women now fill positions ranging from roofing, marketing and sales to consulting, manufacturing and research. Female professionals are also stepping into leadership roles at roofing manufacturing companies and starting their own roofing companies. Read on as we highlight women leading the roofing industry! 

Ethelmae Humphreys has been a trailblazer for women in roofing since the 1940s. She had just graduated from high school in 1944 and her parents moved to Joplin, Missouri to start TAMKO Building Products. Ethelmae headed to college at the University of Kansas, earning a bachelor's degree in liberal arts. Upon graduation it became clear that her father’s failing health meant he would need assistance running the company, so she came home and helped out, and was named the executive vice president of TAMKO. Together with her husband, she grew the company into one of the largest privately owned roofing manufacturers in the country. After her husband’s death in 1993, she took over as CEO until her son took on the role of president and CEO the following year. 

Associations 

Plenty of roofing associations pride themselves on being women-led or having women in high-ranking positions. The Roofing Alliance, celebrating 25 years as the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), has appointed Alison LaValley as the new executive director and recently has made Kelly Van Winkle the first female vice president. 

Additionally, Lisa Pate serves as the executive director of the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA), Tracey Prociw is the executive director and board secretary of The Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) and Suzie Boyd is the current president of the Colorado Roofing Association (CRA). With female leadership, these associations have prospered and grown; these women have paved the path to a better roofing industry.  

Plus, there are plenty of women in roofing who hold leadership positions. Johns Manville is proudly led by a team of women who represent their Roofing Systems Leadership, including: Director of Human Resources Brandi Duncan, Director of Product Management and Marketing Jennifer Ford-Smith, Owner Services Leader Mandy Schweitzer, Director of Commercial Services and SIOP Tesha Kroll and Director of Technology Zebonie Sukle. 

Many women have started their own businesses in the industry too. Art Unlimited is a women-owned business, with the second-generation leadership of Anna Anderson and Elizabeth Chapman taking the company’s digital and marketing expertise to a national stage. 

RoofersCoffeeShop® is women owned and led too! Established in 2002 by Vickie Sharples, the Coffee Shop is “where the industry meets.” Heidi J. Ellsworth became a partner in the company with Vickie in 2015 and today the RCS crew is led by Heidi, who also has her own marketing and consulting business, HJE Consulting.  

RCS COO Karen L. Edwards has helped Heidi grow the website and push boundaries in this male-dominated industry that is slow to change. She is also the Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3)’s communications and engagement leader and owns her own marketing and sales company, Casimir Group. Studies show that women who support other women are more successful. Research conducted by Harvard Business Review found that having a network of close female contacts helps females land executive positions.  

According to Forbes, these inner circles provide necessary support and recommendations when their peers are faced with challenges and cultural bias, especially in male-dominated industries like roofing. As the president of RoofersCoffeeShop, Heidi has exceled in empowering other women to be successful within the roofing industry, fostering employees at all levels within the company to build a strong network that is both diverse and supportive of all people, brining then into the trades for an opportunity of a great career. 

Furthermore, organizations like National Women in Roofing, of which Heidi is a founder, are providing opportunities and support for women in the roofing industry. Today, with the efforts of many in the roofing industry, NWIR has created a new understanding, interest and demand for diversity. Women are more prevalent than ever in the field and at trade shows, meetings and board meetings. Through mentoring, education and networking, women have more support than ever to find a rewarding career in this industry.   

There is more than enough space on the roof for women in this industry. With so many female role models and female-led roofing initiatives, the future of roofing looks female! 

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This year's Western Roofing Expo will be at the Paris Las Vegas, September 24 - 26.

Early Bird registration* is currently open for the 2022 Western Roofing Expo! Roofers, learn how to modernize your business, address labor shortages and implement technology to maximize your profits! Network with your local distributor and manufacturer reps, educate your employees and take advantage of all the ways that will help you better serve your clients. A great investment of your time and money!

*Early Bird pricing includes 10% off full registration packages until June 30.

Hotel rooms starting at $86 per night

Reserve your room now at the Paris Las Vegas, Planet Hollywood or Bally's! WSRCA has secured room rates starting at just $86 per night. Stay close to all the action at the Western Roofing Expo and enjoy the modern Las Vegas experience!  

Expanded exhibit floor

Sit, meet, mingle and engage with over 170+ companies on the exhibit floor. Bring more meaning to your attendee experience by interacting and learning about the latest products and solutions the roofing industry has to offer. Don't miss the live product demonstrations starting every hour. Best of all — roofing and waterproofing contractors can walk both days of the exhibit floor absolutely FREE!

Welcome event and lively silent-auction 

Fantastic food, hosted bars, industry camaraderie and lots of great auction items...everyone walks away with a smile! There will be travel trips, jewelry, golf items, roofing items, electronics, sports memorabilia and much more to bid on. All proceeds benefit the Davis Memorial Foundation scholarship fund. Since its founding in 1997, the Foundation has awarded over 150 scholarships totaling more than $650,000 — thanks to your continued support! 

Sponsored by: GAF®

Legislative luncheon

Our favorite Washington insiders, including McKay Daniels (National Roofing Contractors Association) will be at the top of their game discussing critical issues affecting the $30 billion dollar commercial and residential roofing industry. You will not want to miss these insider views and valuable information during this most important time! 

Sponsored by: National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)

Annual luncheon with mentalist Eric Dittelman

Often known by just his surname, Dittelman combines amazing mind reading with stand-up and improv comedy. In 2012, he blew audiences away as the first-ever mind reader on NBC’s America’s Got Talent where he was a season 7 Top Ten finalist and judges’ favorite. He has since appeared on Ellen, Live with Kelly and Ryan, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us. He’s also been featured in Entertainment Weekly, Rolling Stone and even The National Enquirer. Dittelman reveals your thoughts, influences your decisions, and makes you laugh while leaving your jaws dropped in amazement! 

Sponsored by: Malarkey Roofing Products®

Roofing seminars - Earn AiA and IIBEC CEU's

The Western Roofing Expo has expanded its educational seminar offerings! Earn AiA and IIBEC CEU's and educate yourself on industry best practices at the same time. This years' outstanding seminar lineup schedule will provide a wealth of roof design approach strategies, best business practices and sales expansion ideas. Increase your bottom line and work more effectively with these proven methods from industry experts!

Free exhibit floor pass for roofing contractors

All roofing and waterproofing contractors (and their employees), architects, consultants, engineers and all media can walk the Western Roofing Expo exhibit floor using the complimentary exhibit floor pass. Register online and have your badge waiting for you at 'Will Call' — or visit here to download the free pass, and bring it with you to register when you arrive in Las Vegas. You can't beat the cost-effectiveness of FREE, can you?!

Roofers feud and roofing trivia game shows

On Sunday, September 25, Trent Cotney and John Kenney will host an interactive game experience on the trade show stage highlighting all aspects of roofing trivia including the history of roofing from thatch to monolithic and everything in between. Trent and John are both roofing memorabilia collectors with over 10,000 pieces. The presentation will include questions on historical photos, advertising, specification manuals and other pieces of roofing history. The audience will be able to participate! 

National Women in Roofing - Mimosa breakfast

Join NWiR Monday, September 26 for a breakfast conversation with the women of the WSRCA Board! Have questions ready for how they utilized networking, found allies and their personal growth to earn their positions in their companies and as board members! We’ll be serving complimentary breakfast and mimosas; you won’t want to miss out — register today! 

Davis Memorial Foundation - Bob Porter golf tournament

Join us for a fun filled day of golf in Nevada! The Revere Golf Club provides golfers with 36 holes of championship golf which traverses through the rugged desert canyons and valleys of the Las Vegas foothills. Throughout your round, golfers will be presented with expansive, breathtaking views of the famed Las Vegas skyline and mountain landscapes beyond. The Concord course offers 7,034 yards of golf playing to a par 72 ensuring a challenging yet playable round for golfers of all playing abilities. 

Sponsored by: BEACON®

Davis Memorial Foundation - Sporting clays tournament

Pro Gun Club offers a challenging 21-station sporting clays course, which can give the master class shooter a run for their money while the beginner shooter can go out and enjoy a day busting clays. Stations are changed frequently so shooters will never get bored at seeing the same targets over and over again. Strap your shotgun in to one of their golf carts and set off into the rolling desert terrain stopping at each station to shoot. The course overlooks the El Dorado Valley and Boulder City providing a scenic setting for the shooter’s enjoyment. 

Sponsored by: BEACON®

The Roofing Games - Monday, September 26

In 2022, Western States Roofing Contractors Association, Malarkey Roofing Products® and Makita USA® will again team up to showcase the steep-slope nailing competition. Roofers will compete against one another by installing a Malarkey Roofing Products® roofing systems on a small deck. Participants will be judged on accuracy, aesthetics, speed and workmanship. Don’t miss this exciting event being held at the end of day two on the show floor! 

Sponsored by: Malarkey Roofing Products® 

Powered By: Makita®

Register today to save 10% off full registration packages!

By IB Roof Systems. 

IB Roof Systems expands humanitarian efforts, partnering with the RCD foundation to deliver food and supplies to the community of Los Cabos, Mexico. 

On March 2, 2022, IB Roof Systems humanitarian, feed the families, event was huge. Over 400 families in need will be fed around the Los Cabos area due to the efforts of IB Roof Systems contractors and their families. 

During the week long retreat in Los Cabos, Mexico the scheduled two hours for the event was accomplished in 45 minutes. High-fives all-the-way around. Thank you to the RCD foundation for using our donations and buying the food items from local vendors and bringing them out to the resort. Thank you to the staff at the Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos for giving us the room to accomplish this wonderful feat. And thank you to Kyle Thomas, incoming chairmen, for the National Roofing Contractors Association for rolling up your sleeves and joining us on the floor. Finally, thank you for all who donated your precious time and money to this significant cause. This wouldn't have been a success without you opening your hearts. 

This event, though small in time commitment, will allow hundreds to go to bed with a full stomach. And all involved can go to bed knowing they made a huge difference in someone's life. Great job everyone! 

Going the extra mile 

In addition to the food kits, the RCD foundation shared with IB Roof Systems that women in the local area utilized used uniforms from the Hard Rock Hotel and use the material to make stuffed animal monkeys, to sell for income. IB Roof Systems bought 100 monkeys to help. But then found out that the women were washing all the uniforms by hand, Our hearts grew a little bigger and IB purchased a washer and dryer for them to lighten their burden a little more. Thank you, RCD foundation, for bringing this huge need to our attention. Thank you to the Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos for donating your uniforms, and thank you to all who donated money to help families in this time of need. Feeding families is great. Helping them feed themselves feels even greater. Learn more about this project here. 

Learn more about IB Roof Systems in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit www.ibroof.com.

By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. 

These five students won the 2022 Roofing Alliance Student Competition at this year’s International Roofing Expo. 

The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has been hosting their annual Student Competition for the past eight years. This year, RoofersCoffeeShop® editor, Karen Edwards, got to speak with the winning team from Texas A&M at the International Roofing Expo in New Orleans.  

The team was comprised of students studying construction management at their university. Team members included: Kyler Hardison, Blake Bocchino, Kyle Cahill, Canyon Martine and Alexia Palomares. For the competition, they had to submit a bid package for a new roof on the Four Points Sheraton Hotel on Bourbon Street.  

Kyler, who took on the role of project manager, says they began their project in fall of last year. “In the fall semester, we do our proposal and that portion of it. And then we pick back up in the spring with the presentation,” he said. “It's really a lot of work. We have to work around everyone's schedule, work and other extracurriculars.” 

Kyle, the project estimator, said that logistics and safety were the two most challenging aspects of the project. With the roofing project being located on busy Bourbon Street, the team had to consider the many pedestrians in the area. He also says the hurricane season was also brought into consideration. 

While they were in town for the expo, the team got to visit the hotel they did their project on. Blake Bocchino, the project superintendent, said, “It was also nice to see the hotel in function with people moving around, because I spotted a couple other safety concerns that I couldn't really catch just from Google Earth itself.” 

The team members expressed interest in working in the roofing industry and they all shared what they are looking for in a future employer. Canyon, the QA/QC director, said he wants to work for a company that cares about his mental health. Alexia, the safety director, said, “I hope to be able to fit in and somewhere I can make an impact in a way.” 

We can’t wait to see what the future brings for these students! 

Check out the Texas A&M winning presentation. 

Learn more about the Roofing Alliance in their RoofersCoffeeShop Directory or visit www.roofingalliance.net. 

By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter.  

This year, Roofing Day is April 5 and 6. Hear from our panel about how this advocacy event is helping the roofing industry thrive.

RoofersCoffeeShop® cannot wait for Roofing Day 2022! This year’s Roofing Day will be held April 5 and 6  at the Grand Hyatt in Washington, D.C.  

Heidi J. Ellsworth recently met with an amazing panel comprised of NRCA CEO Reid Ribble, JD Miles and Sons Roofing’s Sherri Miles, the NRCA’s Deborah Mazol, and Technical Director with SPRI Randy Ober to talk about Roofing Day 2022. 

Roofing Day in D.C. brings together the entire roofing industry throughout the U.S. to voice our priorities to Congress. A huge part of ensuring that members of Congress hear the critical issues facing the industry, Roofing Day is the largest advocacy event dedicated solely to the roofing industry. 

Reid tells Heidi about how Roofing Day was born out of a desire to see the roofing industry better represented to Congress.   

“What we decided to do was create NRCA's one voice initiative that pulled manufacturers and distribution into the family, and then allow them to inform our decision making in Washington, D.C.,” Reid says. “I knew that if we went in agreement where the whole industry agreed across the entire supply chain, members of Congress are going to be more receptive to that, and immediately we began to put wins on the board for the roofing industry and the strategy worked.” 

Roofing professionals across the board agree that this level of political involvement is crucial to a thriving industry. “I think it's the basic tenant of our civic engagement as well as citizens that people are representing us, and so we need to have our voices heard. There is power in numbers,” agrees Sherri. “Some really powerful, important, and meaningful relationships are built in those few days. It's great to have a common cause certainly, and it's wonderful to be together.” 

This event is not only impactful for contractors, but also manufacturers, Randy shares that last year was his first year at Roofing Day and how he is encouraging the trade organization of manufacturers, SPRI, to participate in such an impactful event. “SPRI is encouraging all the manufacturers to participate in this and support the roofing contractors, because 90% of all issues we're in total agreement with, both the roofing contractor base as well as the manufacturer. We certainly want to provide as much support as possible.” 

From the lack of ability to get a trained workforce to supply chain issues, Roofing Day is all about finding solutions on a national level. Deborah explains that Roofing Day participation is easy, as contractors and manufacturers will receive all of the support they need to have their voices heard.  

“We'll do advocacy training, so you know exactly what to say and how to say it. We'll give you a briefing on the issues so you can be really up to speed on everything that the member of Congress or staff might ask you,” says Deborah. “As well as set up your congressional meetings for you, you don't have to worry about looking up who your representative and senators are, trying to figure out all the logistics, we'll do all of that for you. You'll get a schedule and you just have to show up.” 

Roofing Day is an excellent opportunity to make a difference for your business and our industry, RCS looks forward to seeing contractors at this industrywide advocacy event. Events like these, in the words of the honorable Reid Ribble, “have put roofing on the map in the minds of our legislators in Washington.” 

Read, Listen or Watch the entire Coffee Conversation to learn more about Roofing Day 2022 and to learn about how to get your voice heard in Washington.

By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. 

Connect with fellow roofing professionals and visit with members of Congress during Roofing Day in D.C. 2022! 

Roofing Day is back and sure to be an exciting event! The National Roofing Contractors Association invites all roofing professionals to Washington D.C. April 5-6 to advocate for the roofing industry to members of Congress.  

Roofing Day is an opportunity for roofing industry professionals to speak (in person and virtually) to members of Congress with one voice about the issues affecting the roofing industry. “To be effective, it’s critically important you participate,” NRCA CEO Reid Ribble says. “And bring your key employees along, especially field workers.” 

A tentative itinerary can be found here. The schedule includes: 

• Advocacy training and issues briefing 

• Members of Congress speaking 

• Cocktail reception with speaker 

• Light breakfast buffet with speaker 

• Capitol Hill meetings (in-person and virtual) 

New this year, NRCA has created a half-day event at the Grand Hyatt Washington where speakers and panelists will give insight and information to all attendees. They are also offering sightseeing tours April 7 to anyone interested in staying an extra day! 

Visit here for more information about the event and to register (Note: To register, you need an account with NRCA's website, but you do not have to be a member of the association to participate in  the event.) 

Learn more about NRCA in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit www.nrca.net. 

About NRCA 

Since 1886, the National Roofing Contractors Association has been the home for generations of entrepreneurial craftsmen and enterprises who shelter and protect America’s families and businesses and each other. Our vision is the recognition of our members as professionals and to unite the industry to that purpose. NRCA is one of the construction industry’s most respected trade associations and the voice of roofing professionals and leading authority in the roofing industry for information, education, technology and advocacy. It represents all segments of the roofing industry, including contractors; manufacturers; distributors; architects; consultants; engineers; building owners; and city, state and government agencies. For information about NRCA and its services and offerings, visit nrca.net.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor.  

Here’s what’s trending on RoofersCoffeeShop®(RCS) this past month.  

In looking at our most popular articles for the month of February, we saw that technology and more specifically, apps for your business, was the topic that had the most interest from our readers. The article has a nice overview of apps used for measuring, estimating, photo management and customer relationship management. We are always looking for solutions that make running businesses easier and more efficient.  

Supply chain issues and material shortages are again in the most popular articles as the industry wonders when things will ease up and looks for ways to work around the issue. Because we are all about people at RCS, we weren’t surprised to see our 2022 Influencers announcement and the NRCA officers and directors announcement make the top 10.  

Featured projects are also a popular topic at RCS and two of our project profiles caught the interest of our readers with cool roofs and green roofs making the list.   

If you didn’t get a chance to see some of the most popular articles from February, follow the links below to catch up!  

Honorable Mention (#6-#10)  

10 - Cool Roofs Can Fight Climate Change 

9 - NRCA Announces 2022-23 Officers and Directors  

8 - Material Shortages Will Pass: Build a Workable Plan and Stay Patient  

7 - Recordable Injuries: Why Employees Should Care  

6 - How to Break into Commercial Roofing: The Importance of Training  

Read the Top 5 articles:  

5 - Supply Issues Won't Be Over Any Time Soon  

4 - RoofersCoffeeShop Announces 2022 Roofing Influencers 

3 - Avoiding Skin Cancer Caused by Sun Exposure 

2 - Green Roof Installed on Nonprofit Arts and Education Organization 

1 - Roofing Contractor Apps That Help You Manage Your Business 

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