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Beacon Launches Fifth Annual Campaign to Celebrate Women in Roofing

5 finalists to be named in May through public voting process

March 19, 2025

Submissions for Beacon's annual Female Roofing Professional of the Year contest is underway, with nominations accepted through April 18.

Roofing Distribution

Distributor Profile: Julia Farrell, WRYKER Construction Supply

Young leader adapts to evolving industry with a strong team and background in computer science

Chris Gray

March 12, 2025

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By adopting an iterative approach to improving her company, WRYKER Construction Supply President Julia Farrell ensures the distributor serves up wins for its customers.

Women in Roofing

Celebrating Women in Roofing Distribution

Industry professionals share their experiences and advice on finding success and overcoming odds

Chris Gray

March 7, 2025

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During Women in Construction Week, we highlight women in distribution and the insights they have working in a male-dominated industry.

Young Gun Melissa McLin

Blue Collar Branding

Art Aisner

March 3, 2025

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Young Gun Melissa McLin puts in the hours setting her roofing company apart from the competition.

IRE 2025

PHOTOS: NWIR Day at IRE 2025

Around 500 members attend revamped event to boost their business acumen

Chris Gray

February 18, 2025

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Hundreds of women from around the country gathered in San Antonio, Texas for two days of fun, education and networking during the 2025 NWIR Days. Check out some images we captured during the event with our exclusive photo gallery.

Rachel Garcia is the NWiR 2025 WORLD Award Veteran winner

IRE 2025

NWIR Names Rachel Garcia as 2025 WORLD Award Veteran Winner

Sarah Sutton-Shouse Receives 2025 Rising Star Award

Chris Gray

February 18, 2025

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Rachel Garcia, a dedicated leader and industry advocate, received NWIR's 2025 WORLD Award Veteran honor for her contributions to roofing and community development.

Unlocking Opportunities: The Latino Contractor Revolution

Amparo Sancen is helping Latino contractors redefine the role

Bryan Gottlieb

November 18, 2024

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Meet Amparo Sancen, founder of Latinos En Roofing, who is helping Latino contractors access training and resources to overcome challenges in growing their businesses and showcasing their economic influence.

Beacon Building Products presented the 2024 Female Roofing Professional of the Year Award to Brooke Laizure

Standing Out in a Storm

Contractor Q&A: Brooke Laizure

Whirlwind Roofing and Construction’s Brooke Laizure has grown up quickly in Oklahoma’s volatile roofing market

Art Aisner

October 21, 2024

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Catch up with Beacon's 2024 Female Roofing Professional of the Year, Brooke Laizure, and get a glimpse into her pathway to success in roofing, and where she's heading next.

Western Roofing Expo Video Series

McParlton Roofing: Carving Out Culture in the Desert

Jill Bloom

Art Aisner

October 21, 2024

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Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson offers insights into what the evolving technology presents for roofing contractors that are keeping an eye on the future.

The Home Builder Institute Fall 2024 Construction Labor Report findings.

Economic Indicators

HBI Labor Report: How Broad Trends Are Shaping Employment Opportunities

Current demand is soft, but the need for skilled trades long-term remains unabated; an influx of young workers bodes well

Bryan Gottlieb

October 15, 2024

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The Home Builders Institute's Fall 2024 Construction Labor Market Report indicates a positive outlook for the construction industry, with increasing demand for skilled workers and rising wages, despite recent job declines.