Rick Damato

Motive Meets Opportunity?

Rick Damato

November 4, 2022

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Solar is one of the hottest growing sectors in roofing. Are you geared to take advantage of this emerging opportunity?

Preaching to the Choir

Rick Damato

October 7, 2022

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The recent plan to forgive student loans is shining a light on the disparity between four-year college programs versus careers in skilled trades.

Damato of the Day

More and more Latino roofers from 20 years ago are taking off their tool belt and looking to own and operate their own roofing business. The transition, as many roofing contractors know, is not an easy one.

Fine the Roofers

Rick Damato

September 2, 2022

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There might be a better way to enforce fall protection among roofing crews, but is fining them directly the answer?

Roofers Put Skills on Display at SkillsUSA

Students and apprentices from around the U.S. compete in over 100 hands-on skills tests

Rick Damato

July 4, 2022

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For many reasons, the roofing industry has never actively participated in the SkillsUSA and CTE space. But all of that is in the midst of changing.

Perfect Storm Brewing

Rick Damato

July 1, 2022

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An above-average storm season combined with material issues means roofing contractors need to prepare their contracts and teams to better serve customers.

“I’m Back”

RC Editorial Director Rick Damato Returns to Roofing, Though He Never Really Left

Rick Damato

June 24, 2022

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From helping Roofing Contractor plan it editorial goals for 2023 to fostering a stronger relationship between NRCA and the next generation of skilled workers, RC Editorial Director Rick Damato embraces his new path in the roofing industry.