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QXO Names Vanessa Fusco 2026 North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year

Rejoice and Restore CEO earns top honor after nationwide vote recognizing leadership, innovation and community impact in the roofing industry

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 3, 2026

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Connecticut roofing leader Vanessa Fusco wins QXO’s 2026 Female Roofing Professional of the Year award, earning $10,000 and industry recognition.

Brothers Eric (left) and Allyn Weddle, co-founders of Weddle & Sons, Inc.

June 2026 Cover Story

Building Better Roofs & Better Lives

The entrepreneurial spirit behind Weddle & Sons, Inc. started decades ago and has a growing impact across the Heartland.

Art Aisner

June 3, 2026

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Creativity, preparation and a never-settle mindset fuel the success of Weddle & Sons, Inc. in the Heartland.

Awards News

QXO Names 2026 Female Roofing Professional of the Year Finalists

Public voting is open through May 29 for the annual award recognizing women making an impact across the North American roofing industry.

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 20, 2026

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Public voting is underway for QXO’s 2026 Female Roofing Professional of the Year award, recognizing women driving innovation, leadership and excellence across North America.

Nombramiento ejecutivo

MuleHide Nombra a Alejandra Mahecha Bader Gerente

Supervisará inspecciones y capacitación.

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 8, 2026

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MuleHide asciende a Alejandra Mahecha Bader para liderar su equipo técnico en campo, con experiencia en producción, servicio y gestión en la industria del techado.

Roofing Awards

Roofing Alliance Honors Cori Vernam with 2026 Bennett Award

Antis Roofing leader recognized for decades of volunteer service and leadership supporting Ronald McDonald House and the roofing industry

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 4, 2026

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Cori Vernam earns the 2026 Bennett Award for decades of leadership, volunteerism and advancing the Roofing Alliance’s partnership with Ronald McDonald House.

Hiring News

ARMA Names Heather Estes VP of Technical Services

Estes to lead standards, technical efforts

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 14, 2026

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ARMA appoints Heather Estes as vice president of technical services, where she will oversee standards work and serve as a key industry liaison.

Women in Construction

New Report Finds Women in Construction Continue to Face Bias, Workplace Barriers

Survey highlights safety, advancement gaps

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 26, 2026

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A new report finds that persistent bias, safety concerns, and limited advancement opportunities continue to hinder women in construction despite growing industry demand for workers.

Awards News

Ridgeline Construction Roofing & Exteriors' Lauren Marsh Wins AGC Honor

Huntsville construction leader recognized at 2026 BuildSouth Awards for excellence and leadership in the industry

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 24, 2026

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Lauren Marsh, president of Ridgeline Construction, earned the AGC Alabama Women in Construction Award, highlighting her impact on the field and leadership in advancing women in the industry.

Supplier News

Cornerstone Manager 2026 STEP Ahead Award

Wanda Duran of Cornerstone Building Brands is named a 2026 STEP Ahead Award winner, recognized for quality leadership, mentorship and workforce development efforts.

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 23, 2026

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Wanda Duran of Cornerstone Building Brands is named a 2026 STEP Ahead Award winner, recognized for quality leadership, mentorship and workforce development efforts.

Boards & Committees

Hogan Named IIBEC president; Announces Leadership

IIBEC appointed Jennifer Hogan as president and named new officers and board members, including regional directors, during its 2026 convention in Sacramento.

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 23, 2026

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IIBEC appointed Jennifer Hogan as president and announced new officers and board members following its 2026 convention in Sacramento, Calif.