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Roofing Contractor Group Publisher Jill Bloom

Publisher's Post

Challenge Workers by Growing Their Emotional Intelligence

As leaders, we must not only set goals for our employees but help them grow in poise

Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.

August 8, 2025

Life lessons can pop up anywhere, including your kid's sporting events. RC Publisher Jill Bloom reflects on recent lessons she picked up that apply to roofing leaders.

Text messaging keeps roofing contractors connected to their clients

Why Texting Is the Secret Weapon for Roofing Contractors

With a proper strategy, text messages can become a powerful tool that drives revenue growth for roofing contractors

Philip Portman

July 28, 2025

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Your customers check their texts—so why aren’t you texting them? See why SMS is the new roofing industry essential.

Silver Anniversary

GAF Celebrates 25 Years of Manufacturing with Community Festival

The team at Myerstown produces enough roofing materials each year to protect the homes of more than 200,000 families across the region.

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 22, 2025

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GAF employees and Myerstown residents celebrated together with BBQ, face painting, and interactive shingle activities at the facility's 25th anniversary event.

Roofing the GreatWay

The team at GreatWay Roofing in Moorpark, Calif., honors founder Rod Menzel for his unwavering commitment, kind heart and entrepreneurial spirit

Art Aisner

July 7, 2025

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Honoring GreatWay Roofing founder Rod Menzel for his unwavering commitment, kind heart and entrepreneurial spirit

Jeff Lee, at left, and Matt Cooper, right, (pictured) are ABC Supply’s 2025 Ken Hendricks Award winners.

Awards News

ABC Supply Co., Inc. Recognizes the 2025 Ken Hendricks Award Recipients

Jeff Lee and Matt Cooper receive the company’s highest honor

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 27, 2025

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ABC Supply honors Jeff Lee and Matt Cooper with its 2025 Ken Hendricks Award for embodying core values and exceptional leadership throughout their careers.

A new study by TalentLMS and WorkTango on employee morale and mental health asserts that communication is key.

Emotional Quotient

The Roofing Consolidation Boom—and Its Impact on Workers

Private equity’s continued accumulation in roofing, along with consolidations within distribution must navigate the real-world impact on its workforce

Bryan Gottlieb

May 21, 2025

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As private equity reshapes roofing and consolidation shrinks distribution, employees face rising stress, lost identity and shaky morale. A new study illustrates how best to navigate the transition successfully.

Video Series

Core Values at Weather Shield Roofing Systems

Jim Bush, the CEO and visionary behind Weather Shield Roofing Systems, dives into the company’s core principles, which are driving continued success.

Art Aisner

Jill Bloom

February 24, 2025

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Weather Shield Roofing Systems CEO Jim Bush breaks down the company’s core principles developed over time, and how he fosters buy-in from employees to stay successful.

Tim Hart (pictured), Duro-Last’s VP of West Coast Operations, retires on March 14 after more than 40 years of leadership.

Leadership News

Duro-Last Announces Retirement of Tim Hart, VP of West Coast Operations

A beloved member of the Duro-Last leadership team leaves his mark on a company and an industry

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 21, 2025

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Tim Hart, VP of West Coast Operations at Duro-Last, retires March 14 after 40-plus years, leaving a legacy of innovation, growth, and industry excellence in commercial roofing.

S-5! earns recognition as a Colorado Springs, Colo. “Best Workplace.”

Awards News

S-5! Recognized as a ‘Best Workplace’ by Colorado Springs Gazette

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 17, 2025

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S-5!, the metal roof attachment manufacturer, was named a “Best Workplace” in an employee survey conducted by its hometown newspaper, the Colorado Springs Gazette.

Weather Shield Roofing Systems was named a ‘2024 Best and Brightest Company to Work For’ by the National Association for Business Resources.

Awards News

Weather Shield Roofing Systems, One of Nation's ‘Best and Brightest Companies to Work For’

National recognition highlights dedication to employee excellence and industry leadership

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 17, 2025

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Weather Shield Roofing Systems, a Michigan-based expert, was named a ‘2024 Best and Brightest Company to Work For’ by the National Association for Business Resources.