GAF Roofing Academy has placed 2,000 graduates in roofing jobs across the U.S. since 2020, with a focus on underrepresented groups; GAF aims to double that by 2025.

Lowe's Foundation awards a $1 million Gable Grant to SkillsUSA, supporting skilled trades recruitment and education; celebrates students with blue carpet events and promotions. 

Hyster's new trucks are designed to help an even broader range of operations meet sustainability targets and productivity goals through the benefits of an advanced electric power source.

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.

The labor shortage is unfortunately here to stay for the foreseeable future, resulting in a need for sub-labor to complete jobs. Trent Cotney, partner at  Adams and Reese, shares what contractors must keep in mind when hiring sub-laborers.

Brad Van Dam, vice president of MTL Holdings, provides insights into the state of the roofing industry, covering labor, supply chain and sustainability.

Letitia Hanke, owner of ARS Roofing, Gutters & Solar, shares what roofing contractors can do to mentor and hire the next generation of roofers.