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Articles Tagged with ''military''

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Veteran Workforce

OpenAI Backs Veterans in the Trades

OpenAI is investing $500,000 in Helmets to Hardhats to help veterans transition into apprenticeships and careers in the building trades
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
November 11, 2026
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A new investment aims to turn military experience into construction careers as contractors face continued demand for skilled workers.


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Group of graduates from GAF Roofing Academy.
Memorial Day

From Military Service to Roofing Careers: Veterans Find a New Path

Program connects service members to trades
Patricia Soto Servin is a journalist with more than a decade of experience covering local communities across the U.S.
Patricia Soto Servin
May 24, 2026
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Veterans are finding new purpose in roofing careers through structured training programs that translate military skills into long-term industry opportunities.


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Veterans

84 Lumber Highlights Veteran Hiring, Transition Challenges

Company spotlights workers, workforce issues
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 1, 2026
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84 Lumber highlights two veteran employees while underscoring ongoing challenges service members face when transitioning to civilian careers, including job placement and career direction.


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honoring Army Ranger Josh
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Polyglass and Partners Provide Storm-Ready Roof for Gold Star Family

Polyglass and partners provide storm-ready roof for Gold Star family
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
August 29, 2025
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Polyglass, DH2, SPEC, and Brandon Roofing teamed up to gift a storm-resilient roof to a Gold Star family in Florida, honoring their fallen Army Ranger and strengthening community ties.


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TAMKO and Chiefs Bring Back Veteran Roof Giveaway

Operation Rooftop provides a current or former military member with a new roof featuring TAMKO's Titan XT shingles
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
July 31, 2025
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The sweepstakes runs from July 29 through September 14, 2025, and is open to current and former U.S. military members who are legal residents of Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska.


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The U.S. Navy’s new combat ship, the USS Beloit (pictured).
American Pride

ABC Supply Co. Supports Commissioning of USS Beloit

Company continues its commitment to the US military as an Admiral Level donor
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
December 11, 2024
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ABC Supply Co. sponsored the USS Beloit (LCS 29) commissioning, honoring its Beloit, Wisc. roots and supporting veterans and service members.


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from left to right: Pat Conder, TAMKO Building Products; Dennis Bresette, principal, Green River Roofing; Miki Reinier, Beacon Building Products; Jason Seura, principal, Green River Roofing, and; Brian Borgard, TAMKO Building Products.
Sponsored by Beacon Roofing

Contractor Profile: Green River Roofing & Construction

Green River is part of a small band of contractors that keeps the roofs tip-top for the U.S. military
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
November 1, 2024
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Meet Dennis Bresette and Jason Seura, principals of Lee's Summit, Mo.-based Green River Roofing & Construction, a residential and commercial contracting firm that earns about 90% of its revenue from residential roofing jobs on U.S. military bases.
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Beacon has partnered with the U.S. Army “Partnership for Your Success,” or PaYS, Program.
Workforce Recruitment

Beacon Teams with U.S. Army to Create Career Opportunities for Veterans

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 9, 2024
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Beacon has partnered with the U.S. Army PaYS Program to offer Veterans career opportunities in roofing, ensuring a smooth transition to civilian roles across the company’s footprint.


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ABC Supply Co., Inc. reaffirmed its commitment to U.S. Guardsmen, Reservists and Veterans by signing a statement of support for the Department of Defense program’s “Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve.”
Distributor News

ABC Supply Co., Inc. Inks Pledge of Support for U.S. Servicemembers

Pledge reinforces company’s support for veterans and active service members
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
August 29, 2024
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ABC Supply Co., Inc. has reaffirmed its commitment to U.S. Guardsmen, Reservists, and Veterans by signing a supporting statement, ensuring fair employment, career opportunities, and leaves for military service while continuing to hire and support veterans across the organization.


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Giving Back

Beacon Opens Nominations for 6th Annual Beacon of Hope Contest

12 veteran-owned homes and two community buildings serving veterans will receive free roofs at no charge
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
August 16, 2024
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This year's Beacon of Hope contest has expanded to a total of 14 prizes and has opened the submission process to include Gold Star families.


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