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2024 State of the Industry

Roofing Contractors Continue To Adapt And Keep Sights On Sales In Evolving Marketplace

Chris Gray

Art Aisner

January 30, 2024

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Legal Insights

VIDEO: Independent Contractor Ruling Update

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney discusses the latest on how independent contractors will be classified in 2024.

Art Aisner

January 29, 2024

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In this brief video, RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney talks about preparing a roofing company for the latest changes in the independent contractor classification.

Best of Success 2023: Exploring Authenticity

Roofing Contractors Share Their Triumphs, Failures and how to Move Forward while Getting Authentic at Best of Success 2023

Art Aisner

December 20, 2023

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The headquarters of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys serves as a fitting backdrop for roofers to find authenticity at Best of Success 2023.

Dallas College received a $1 million grant to help support upskills training in areas including roofing.

Workforce Development

Dallas College Receives $1M Job Training Grant from Texas Workforce Commission

Grant is in partnership with Mint Dentistry, KPost Company, KPost Roofing, On-Target Supplies and Logistics, and The Richards Group

Bryan Gottlieb

December 11, 2023

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Dallas College received more than $1 million in grant money for workforce training, benefiting 600+ workers in diverse fields, including roofing.

Federal Departments Increase H-2B Nonimmigrant Visas for 2024

Visas meant to help businesses suffering "irreparable harm or will suffer impending irreparable harm"

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 27, 2023

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To assist businesses that need workers to begin on different start dates, the visas will be distributed in several allocations, including two separate allocations for the second half of fiscal year 2024.

Women in Roofing

National Women in Roofing Uses New 'Micro-Site' for Recruitment

NWiR Leverages Web for Recruitment through ‘RoofingIsWomen.org’

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 2, 2023

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National Women in Roofing launched RoofingIsWomen.org, aiming to empower and connect women in the roofing industry through job listings, resources, guidance, and inspiring stories.

Sustainable Roofing owners Robby and Jaycee Wilkerson with Production Manager Kris Delgado

Workforce Development

Take the Time to Train

Training Elevates Your Company and Helps the Industry You Serve

Paul Scelsi

October 30, 2023

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Robby Wilkerson, co-owner of Sustainable Roofing in Texas, emphasizes the benefits of investing in comprehensive training for the team, which both fosters a "culture" of continuous learning and ensures consistent results.

Workforce Development

GAF Partners with Local Contractors for Training, Employment Opportunities

Several Southern California roofing contractors provide conduits for GAF Roofing Academy

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 5, 2023

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GAF is collaborating with Southern California-based contractors to host GAF Roofing Academy, a free week-long training event designed to equip individuals with entry-level roofing skills and job opportunities in the industry.

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