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PHOTO GALLERY: The 2025 Best of Success Conference

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

December 16, 2025

Check out some of the images we captured during the 2025 Best of Success conference, held Dec. 3-5 at Live! By Loews in Arlington, Texas.

I-9 Raids Are Rising - Don't Get Caught Off Guard

Legal Insights

I-9 Enforcement is Back: How Roofers Can Prepare

In an exciting conversation with Roofing Contractor’s Group Publisher Jill Bloom, Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney breaks down the recent surge in I-9 audits targeting roofing contractors and shares essential guidance for reducing risk.

Trent Cotney

Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.

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December 15, 2025

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Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney breaks down the recent surge in I-9 audits targeting roofing contractors and shares essential guidance for reducing risk.

A Roofing Contractor’s Guide to Smart Devices for 2026

Follow this practical playbook to tighten your wireless spend, lock down your devices, and reduce downtime to focus on the work that matters

Chris Kolar

December 15, 2025

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We explore several tips on how to manage wireless devices to ensure fewer mistakes, faster billing, and a better customer experience

Leading Through Change: SOPREMA’s Perspective on Roofing in 2026

Challenges abound for the roofing industry, but there is hope for change and growth

Tim Kersey

December 12, 2025

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SOPREMA US CEO Tim Kersey shares his observations on what the coming year holds for the manufacturer and its customers.

Roofing Events

Best of Success 2025: Talking Culture with Clarity

Roofing contractors celebrate culture, leadership, and problem-solving at RC’s signature annual event in Arlington, Texas

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 11, 2025

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Roofing contractors celebrate culture, leadership, and problem-solving at RC’s signature annual event in Arlington, Texas

Tech Talk: AI is Reshaping Roofing Distribution

AI is rapidly accelerating how distributors are doing business, from sales leads to internal operations

Chris Gray

Tanja Kern

December 10, 2025

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The rapid development and adoption of AI in the roofing industry are drastically changing how companies operate. Learn how distributors are effectively using AI and why adopting it is essential to stay competitive.

Roofing Contractor Group Publisher Jill Bloom

Roofer Detained by ICE at the U.S. Border

What happened to a friend of mine revealed just how fragile fairness can be — and why it matters more than ever in our industry.

Jill Bloom

December 10, 2025

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RC Publisher Jill Bloom reflects on a roofer friend’s first-hand encounter with stepped-up immigration enforcement at the U.S. border.

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Best of Success

GALERÍA DE FOTOS: Techos y Más en Best of Success 2025

Casi 50 profesionales latinos se reunieron para mejorar sus negocios

Chris Gray

December 8, 2025

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Casi 50 profesionales del techado de la comunidad latina se reunieron para compartir los secretos para tener éxito (o para triunfar) durante el evento Techos y Más celebrado el 3 de diciembre.

2025 Residential Contractor of the Year: Infinity Exteriors

Josh Sparks and the Infinity Exteriors/Infinity Home Services team thread the needle between operational excellence and sophisticated sales

Tanja Kern

December 5, 2025

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Josh Sparks and the Infinity Exteriors/Infinity Home Services team thread the needle between operational excellence and sophisticated sales

The Staff at Best Contracting Services in Garden City, California

2025 Commercial Contractor of the Year: Best Contracting Services

When the industry gathered to honor a project, Best Contracting gathered to honor a team.

Art Aisner

December 4, 2025

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From navigating a global crisis to achieving its best financial performance, Best Contracting Services continues its unwavering pursuit of excellence.