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Chris Gray

Chris Gray

Chris Gray is the former editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro. He has worked in the fields of journalism and copywriting for nearly 20 years, ranging from local print newspapers to the multi-media promotion of international artists.

Reach him at 248-244-6498 or grayc@bnpmedia.com.

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Michigan Vet Receives New Roof Thanks to Beacon of Hope

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 20, 2019
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Beacon Roofing Supply donated a new roof to a deserving Michigan veteran as part of its Beacon of Hope contest, and is set to donate four more by spring 2020.


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Best of Success

Best of Success 2019 Draws Record Crowd

The 15th annual conference held in Miami drew another large crowd of roofing professionals from around the globe.
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
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Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 18, 2019
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Hundreds of roofing contractors from across the United States and beyond traveled to South Florida to be part of RC's 15th annual Best of Success conference.
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The 10 Worst Roofing Contractor OSHA Violations of 2019

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 17, 2019
One Comment

RC is looking at what 10 roofing contractors did to receive the biggest and worst OSHA violations in 2019.


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5 Takeaways from 2019 Best of Success You Can Use Right Now

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 16, 2019
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Looking for simple and quick improvements to make to your business? Here are five tips from Best of Success 2019 speakers that can be implemented right away.


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Family of Slain 24-Year-Old Roofer Seeking Answers, Aid

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 16, 2019
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Jason Carr, 24, is the victim of what his family is calling a "senseless act of violence" after the roofer was fatally shot on Dec. 9 in St. Petersburg, Fla.


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Reliant Helps Single Mother, Nonprofit with 2019 Every Shingle Heart Initiative

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 13, 2019
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Florida-based Reliant is giving back to its community by providing residents and nonprofits with free roofs through its 2019 Every Shingle Heart initiative.


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Colorado Roofer Pleads Guilty to Stealing $143,000 from Homeowners

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 12, 2019
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Aaron Spontaneo must pay $170,000 in restitution in relation to 21 counts of theft and one count of racketeering for scamming homeowners out of money.


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Roofer Pleads Guilty in Wisconsin Rooftop Homicide Case

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 10, 2019
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A St. Louis roofer could face up to 60 years in prison after pleading guilty to attacking and killing a coworker while at a jobsite in Wisconsin.


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Maine Roofing Contractor Facing More Fines After Worker’s Fatal Fall

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 9, 2019
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A Maine-based roofing contractor has been hit with $278,456 from OSHA, bringing the total number of fines against the contractor to more than $2 million due to repeated fall protection violations.


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Eau Claire Roofing
Sponsored by Duro-Last

Contractor Profile: Eau Claire Roofing

Operating with a small crew and providing impeccable work, Eau Claire Roofing continues a 70+ year legacy in Cheese Country.
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 9, 2019
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Generational expertise has steered Eau Claire Roofing from its origins in the 1940s and continues to lead the company today.
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