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Recognizing Cool Roofs … Plus

Jim Hoff
April 4, 2012
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 As part of the RoofPoint rating program for sustainable roofing systems, the Center has developed a unique approach to the selection of energy-efficient roof surfaces.  


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I Am Tired and I Want to Quit, Succeed or Something …

Monroe Porter
April 4, 2012
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As a business owner, do you ever burn out or get stressed?  

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A Capital Idea

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
April 4, 2012
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It appears that the economy has turned around and growth opportunities appear better than they have been in years. 

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Technical Details with John D'Annunzio

Technical Details: Drainage Requirements

John D'Annunzio
March 8, 2012
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The detriments of standing water on the roof surface are well documented and quite extensive.  


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Zero To Hero: Magnet Advertising

Ken Kelly
March 8, 2012
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 Traditional advertising attempted to interrupt, disengage and refocus attention from what the audience was doing to promote a product or service. 


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It's About People, Too!

Jim Hoff
March 8, 2012
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 When we think about “sustainable” or “green,” we tend to focus on the environmental aspects of sustainability, including key natural resources of energy, air, water and materials.  


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Legally Speaking: Employers Are Paying the Penalty for Wage and Hour Violations

Richard Alaniz
March 8, 2012
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 In prosecution of wage and hour violations, the stakes are getting personal.  


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Measuring Up: Can They or Won't They?

Monroe Porter
March 8, 2012
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 Managing employees can be a very frustrating experience. 


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Editor's Note: Great Expectations

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
March 8, 2012
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The good news about the many issues we face in the roofing industry is that we will overcome most of them in time. I know because I have seen a lot of them come and go.


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Editor's Note: Grounds for Optimism

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
February 1, 2012
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While it is not routine for me to use this space to tell you about other editorial features in the magazine, I just cannot contain my enthusiasm over our annual State of the Industry Report.  


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