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'Follow Your Path' at National Women in Roofing's Sixth Annual Conference

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February 15, 2023

DALLAS — Hundreds of women in the roofing industry will gather in Dallas before the International Roofing Expo to support and strengthen one another during the sixth annual National Women in Roofing (NWiR) Day.

NWiR Day, now in its sixth year, is a conference for multidisciplinary women professionals in the roofing industry to get together to learn about the latest business strategies and tactics and share their secrets to success. This one-day conference will be held in Dallas on March 5 and will use the theme of "Follow Your Path" as attendees connect, discover, and cultivate new relationships with fellow roofing professionals.

The mission of NWiR is to empower women in the roofing industry. The content of NWiR Day will be focused on the needs of women; everyone is invited to attend and join with us to listen and learn from the lived experience of women in the roofing industry. Sessions will cover topics including business development, communications, career development, mentoring, recruitment, roofing technology advancements, and networking. This program is intended to foster conversation and learning, and will include a light breakfast, lunch, snacks, and the evening activity. The first 400 attendees will also receive a swag bag of gifts from NWiR sponsors.

"We are focused on a purposeful movement highlighting the success of NWiR's talented members," said Michelle Boykin, chair of the board of directors and Executive Committee. "These women (and our allied male members) are working daily to transform the roofing industry to be more inclusive and balanced. We are honored to have a slate of such gifted speakers who represent the very best of our industry."

In preparation for NWiR Day, the NWiR Mentoring Committee continued the N.E.W.S. (Network of Educating Women Scholarship) Conference Attendee Program for women who own or work for roofing contracting companies. With over 25 applicants, four women have been selected to receive an NWiR mentor, sponsored travel expenses, and registration fees to NWiR Day and the International Roofing Expo. 

"We are thrilled with the caliber of these roofing contractors who are also first-time attendees to NWiR Day and the IRE," said Kelley Caron, chair of the Mentoring Committee. "Research indicates that attendance at these events can influence one's career trajectory and benefit not just the attendee, but her company/employer as well."

Following NWiR Day, the organization will hold a book discussion, wellness session, brunch, and a roof walk on Monday, March 6. Attendees are sure to experience insight, inspiration, and enjoyment as they learn from and with the best in the business.

Award Winners

A highlight of the NWiR Day program is the announcement of its WORLD Award winners. Lisa Garcia, chair of the Awards Committee, explains that the WORLD Award honors women in the roofing industry who have demonstrated service to NWiR. The WORLD Veteran Award honors roofing professionals who have exhibited outstanding commitment and leadership in the roofing industry and to NWiR. The WORLD Rising Star Award recognizes the achievements of emerging talent in the roofing industry and NWiR who represent the next generation of leaders. These winners have been nominated by their peers, selected by a committee, and will be announced at NWiR Day.

"We are seeing a significant movement not just in the roofing industry but in all of the skilled trades and construction related industries towards the inclusion of women and also recognition of the valuable contributions of women to these industries," said Ellen Thorp, executive director of NWiR. "Not only can women fulfill a need to help the labor shortage, but they also bring unique skills and assets to the organizations in which they work. National Women in Roofing Day is a way to recognize these valuable contributions of women and also to continue in raising the level of professionalism in the roofing industry by providing education."

Popular brands Beacon Building Products, CertainTeed, GAF, Johns Manville, Owens Corning, SRS Distribution Inc, TAMKO, and Tremco Roofing and Building Maintenance provide significant support for the day as Diamond Sponsors of the association. These companies walk the walk when it comes to empowering women in the roofing industry.

NWiR Day is held in conjunction with the International Roofing Expo, sponsored by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA). Visit nationalwomeninroofing.org for more information.

KEYWORDS: Dallas IRE (International Roofing Expo) NRCA (National Roofing Contractors Association) NWiR (National Women in Roofing) NWIR Day women in AEC

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