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Roofing Trade Shows

VIDEO: Western States Roofers Address Education, Workforce

The Western States Roofing Contractors Association will take its educational sessions on the road, and will continue to address workforce and technical issues, says incoming president Mike Wakerling.

August 16, 2023

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In this brief video, incoming WRSCA President Mike Wakerling discusses what he’s looking forward to at WRE 2023, and the challenges ahead for roofing contractors.

Roofing Retirement

VIDEO: Ken Kelly Retiring after 30 Years in Roofing

The 2019 Residential Roofing Contractor of the Year calls it a career after three decades. Hear why it’s the right time, and how he’s going out “on top.”

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 15, 2023

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The news deserves shouts from a "town crier": Ken Kelly, a luminary in the roofing world, announced his departure from the eponymous roofing firm, Kelly Roofing, his father began more than 50 years ago. Kelly speaks with RC publisher Jill Bloom about his decision to hang up his hammer.

Hostile Takeover

US Steel Becomes Target of Takeover by Cleveland-Cliffs, Rejects Deal as 'Unacceptable"

Cleveland-Cliffs publically announces entreaty to absorb a titan of industrialization, putting pressure on the American stalwart

Bryan Gottlieb

August 14, 2023

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Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. has revealed its plan to acquire all outstanding United States Steel Corporation stock through a cash and stock deal, potentially creating one of the world's largest steel producers; US Steel has rejected the proposal.

Jim Ziminski is the Consummate ‘Corporate Man’ but Don’t Tell Him That

After spending more than three decades nurturing successful brands within the building envelope space, the man who eschews “corporate” life is back at it with his latest iteration: Omnia Exterior Solutions.

Bryan Gottlieb

August 14, 2023

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After spending more than three decades nurturing successful brands within the building envelope space, the man who eschews “corporate” life is back at it with his latest iteration: Omnia Exterior Solutions.

Media Round-Up

Giving Back: Roofing Contractors Spread the Love with Donations

It's more often the "bleed that leads" headlines that garner attention, but there is plenty of good news in the roofing sphere

Chris Gray

August 11, 2023

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Roofing contractors went out and made a difference in the lives of community members over the past month with generous donations.

Understanding ‘What it Takes’

Reviewing “What It Takes: Lessons in the Pursuit of Excellence,” by Stephen A. Schwarzman

Kevin Kennedy

August 11, 2023

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Reviewing “What It Takes: Lessons in the Pursuit of Excellence,” by Stephen A. Schwarzman

Business Marketing

VIDEO: How to Get Accurate Marketing Information

Having marketing data you can trust is essential to evaluating ROI and generating new business.

August 10, 2023

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In this brief video, roofing contractors can learn how to get accurate marketing data and use it effectively to attract new customers.

Storm Preparation

VIDEO: Are Roofers Ready For The Next Crisis?

What roofing contractors need to know about preparing for the next big storm as hurricane season looms.

Jill Bloom

Steve Slepcevic

August 9, 2023

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In this brief video, roofing contractors can learn how to prepare now for the next big storm, and the roofing opportunities that come with it.

VIDEO: Legal Concerns When Bidding on Public Roofing Projects

Discussion also covers how to deal with companies that file bankruptcy

Chris Gray

August 7, 2023

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Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese explains what contractors should keep in mind if they’re looking to bid on projects in the public sphere.

Contractor Profile: Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal

Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal, a firm with roots dating back to 1920, used the past century to become one of the nation’s top commercial roofing concerns

Bryan Gottlieb

August 7, 2023

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Kalkreuth Roofing of West Virginia has spent a century becoming one of the nation's largest commercial roofing concerns, specializing in large-scale, urban-centric, and complicated roofing projects, generating more than $130 million in annual revenue.