Articles by Chris Gray

Our latest report dives into what contractors are buying and selling, along with what keeps them up at night. Find out how to best partner with your contractor customers to win in 2025.

With artificial intelligence built into search engines and social media alike, contractors need to adapt to ensure their companies are the ones AI recommends to customers.

Beacon's board submitted a unanimous recommendation to its shareholders to reject QXO's offer to acquire all outstanding shares at $124.25 per share in cash.

Asphalt roofing shipments dipped in Q4 2024, continuing a seasonal trend, but the year saw record highs in several categories, including the strongest year for U.S. shingle shipments since 2017 despite growing interest in roofing materials like metal.

The Top 100 list expanded to 150 in 2024, and a slew of new roofing contractor entrants came with it. As in years past, we dissect the data to see how our returning and new listees compare when ranked by their regional markets.

Beginning his building materials career in 1985, Buchman is now taking on a leadership position with the NEMEON cooperative of independent roofing and siding distributors.

Erik Zadrozny believes in removing barriers for Beacon customers and employees alike, drawing on nearly two decades of experience to bring about success as a vice president of sales.

Learn how your business can join forces with other companies and agencies to lend a hand in a crisis from the leaders at Antis Roofing and Waterproofing.