Roofing Workforce Development

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The U.S. Department of Labor is investing $86 million in workforce training across 14 states to strengthen domestic industries and prepare workers for high-demand trades.

GAF Roofing Academy earns DoD SkillBridge accreditation, opening career pathways for veterans while supplying the roofing industry with trained talent.

GAF has broken ground on a new shingle plant in Newton, Kansas — the company’s first ground-up expansion since 2004.

OC University is helping contractors grow their businesses by delivering accessible, tech-enabled education that goes beyond the rooftop.

The LDR Accelerator helps small roofing business owners lead confidently, retain crews, and scale sustainably with proven tools, coaching, and real-world leadership support.

ABC Supply honors Jeff Lee and Matt Cooper with its 2025 Ken Hendricks Award for embodying core values and exceptional leadership throughout their careers.

As private equity reshapes roofing and consolidation shrinks distribution, employees face rising stress, lost identity and shaky morale. A new study illustrates how best to navigate the transition successfully.

Dallas-based Delegate CX launches to tackle labor shortages, offering fully trained global hires and debuting a Roofing Academy to deliver “Day 1 ready” support staff.

The Lowe’s Foundation awarded $9M in Gable Grants to 15 nonprofits, expanding skilled trades training in carpentry, HVAC, roofing, and more to address workforce shortages.

Tremco’s Rising Stars Program has become a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, expanding its reach and funding to empower underrepresented youth with construction careers.