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IRE 2026

Community Service Day Returns at IRE 2026

The 17th Annual Community Service Day begins at 7:30 a.m. on Jan. 19 in neighborhoods surrounding Las Vegas.

Art Aisner

December 17, 2025

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The roofing industry gives back as a team during the annual Community Service Day at the International Roofing Expo.

IRE 2026

IRE 2026 General Session: State of the Industry 2026 Deep Dive

RC's annual research takes center stage during IRE 2026 discussion with Trent Cotney and McKay Daniels.

Art Aisner

December 15, 2025

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Get a closer look into RC's annual roofing survey results with a powerhouse panel at IRE 2026 in Las Vegas.

Awards

Roofing Alliance Names 2025-26 MVP Award Finalists

Outstanding Performance, Leadership, Community Involvement and Best of the Best winners to be unveiled at the NRCA Industry Awards on Jan. 21, 2026.

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 1, 2025

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The Roofing Alliance has announced finalists and honorable mentions for its 2025-26 MVP Awards, recognizing exceptional roofing professionals nationwide.

Roofing Distribution

Distributor Profile: Chelsea Oesch, QXO

Marketing director’s love for dogs helped fuel successful TRI-BUILT rebrand

Chris Gray

August 13, 2025

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From sales to marketing, Chelsea Oesch has transformed QXO’s TRI-BUILT into a billion-dollar brand while giving back to people, pups, and the roofing community.

Roofing Industry Q&A: Owens Corning's Gunner Smith

Gunner Smith explains Owens Corning’s position in the market and why adding a 14th shingle plant is an opportunity to enhance the company’s reach

Art Aisner

April 21, 2025

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In this exclusive Q&A, Owens Corning Roofing President Gunner Smith discusses the trends, technology and other factors impacting the roofing industry.

INternational Roofing Expo 2025 Keynote Speaker Reid Ribble

IRE 2025 Keynote

The American Dream isn't Dead, Just Different

Art Aisner

April 14, 2025

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Retired NRCA CEO Reid Ribble took IRE attendees down memory lane to show them that the American dream might feel dead but is very much alive.

Nearly 16,000 attendees filled the massive show floor at the Henry B. González Convention Center during the 2025 International Roofing Expo.

Massive Crowds Gather for 2025 International Roofing Expo

Thousands of roofing professionals descended on San Antonio for what show planners speculate is the biggest IRE in the show’s history

April 14, 2025

Nearly 16,000 people attended the 2025 International Roofing Expo, making it one of the biggest shows yet. Relive the show with our roundup spotlighting highlights from this year's expo.

5 Bold Predictions for Roofing in 2025

Leaders across the roofing industry weigh in on what lies ahead for the profession with some bold predictions for 2025

Art Aisner

April 4, 2025

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Leaders across the roofing industry weigh in on what lies ahead for the profession with some bold predictions for 2025

IRE 2025

ARMA Celebrates 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards Winners at International Roofing Expo

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 31, 2025

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The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association honored the winners of its 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards at the IRE, spotlighting contractors who created outstanding asphalt roofs.