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Articles by Chris Gray

American Eagle Roofing on Building a Safety Culture
Sponsored by ABC Supply Co. Inc.

American Eagle Roofing on Building a Safety Culture

Even if you have the best safety plan in place, not having buy-in from crews renders it null.
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 14, 2025
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Even if you have the best safety plan in place, not having buy-in from crews renders it null. Ariel Giannone, chief operations officer of American Eagle Roofing, shares ideas on how to build safety into company culture.


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Acquisition News

Lowe's Completes Acquisition of FBM

Deal expected to expand Lowe's Pro footprint
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 13, 2025
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In an effort to bolster its Pro offerings, Lowe's has completed its acquisition of Foundation Building Materials, purchasing the building materials and construction distributor for $8.8 billion.


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La Western Roofing Expo 2025 une a los contratistas ante los desafíos de la industria

La expo presenta por primera vez sesiones y eventos en español
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 9, 2025
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Más de 4,300 profesionales del techado se reunieron en Las Vegas para la Western Roofing Expo 2025, donde encontraron educación, reconocimiento y un renovado optimismo durante un año difícil.


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Mergers and Acquisitions

TopBuild Acquires Specialty Products and Insulation in $1B Deal

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 9, 2025
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Specialty Products and Insulation is a specialty distributor and fabricator of mechanical insulation solutions for the commercial, industrial and residential end markets in North America. It joins TopBuild, which has completed 45 acquisitions since 2015.


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Roofing Distribution

Distributor Profile: Pablo Gonzalez, QXO

Big-box retail experience and prioritizing communication create winning strategy for Florida branch manager
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 8, 2025
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Pablo Gonzalez went from big-box retail to managing a roofing distribution branch in one of the nation’s toughest markets. See how his approach and Miami-Dade know-how keep QXO and its customers thriving.


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News Analysis

The Effects a Government Shutdown Has on Roofing

Shutdown may impact OSHA enforcement, E-Verify and federal projects
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 7, 2025
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The federal government's shutdown will primarily impact federal contractors and subcontractors, but other contractors will also experience disruptions and a reduction in OSHA enforcement if the shutdown continues.



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2025 Young Guns

Sales and Success

Young Gun Amanda Veinott-Praml
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 3, 2025
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Armed with a degree in organizational psychology, Amada Veinott-Praml finds success through tech, social media and community involvement
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2025 Young Guns

Roofing Concierge

Young Gun Kenny Locatelli
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 3, 2025
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Since entering roofing in 2017, Kenny Locatelli has built 180 Contractors into more than a roofing company — a service-driven business built on communication, vision and customer care.
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Western Roofing Expo 2025 Unites Contractors Amid Industry Challenges

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 3, 2025
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More than 4,300 roofing professionals gathered in Las Vegas for the Western Roofing Expo 2025, finding education, recognition and renewed optimism during a tough year.


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Distributor News

ABC Supply Announces Frank Marcoccio as New L&W Supply President

Succeeds Dan Piché as president beginning in 2026
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 2, 2025
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Marcoccio brings decades of experience to the role, including that from his most recent roles of chief administrative officer of ABC Supply and chief operating officer of L&W Supply.


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