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Chris Gray

Chris Gray

Chris Gray is the 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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Surging Ahead: 2024's Top 150 Roofing Contractors, the Spotlights

We're highlighting just a few of the outstanding roofing contractors who made the 2024 Top 100 list.
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 1, 2024
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We're highlighting just a few of the outstanding roofing contractors who made the 2024 Top 100 list.
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2024 Top Roofing Contractors

Pioneering: 2024's Top 150 Roofing Contractors, the "Ones to Watch'

These roofing contractors have what it takes to make it onto next year’s Top 100 list.
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 1, 2024
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These roofing contractors were just off making Roofing Contractor's 2024 Top 150 list; we suspect we'll see these names in the future, 


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SRS Distribution’s John DeRosa explains how distributors should be in the mindset of disrupting the status quo to compel customers to buy from them.
Sales and Marketing

VIDEO: 4 Tactics Successful Salespeople Use

By disrupting a customer’s way of thinking, you can find more success in sales
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 26, 2024
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John DeRosa, director of contractor training at SRS Distribution, provides four tips on how to disrupt the status quo when it comes to selling to customers.


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Being Electric

Roofing Distributor Profile: Eric Cieslak, ABC Supply

The business development manager for Renewable Energy aims to help contractors succeed by diversifying into solar
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 24, 2024
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Eric Cieslak brings a passion for wanting to see contractors succeed to ABC Supply as one of its business development managers for Renewable Energy.


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Economic Reports

ARMA Q2 2024 Report Shows Gains in All Product Shipments

Mod bit sees largest shipment in report's history, though year-to-year comparisons are mixed
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 24, 2024
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Products like mod bit saw its best quarter ever, while other products saw modest increases compared to Q1 2024.


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Crime Blotter

Rash of Robberies Across the Nation Plaguing Roofing Companies

Roofing contractors and suppliers alike have been the victims of thieves targeting roofing materials
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 18, 2024
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Roofing materials continue to be a target for thieves, and a recent rash of robberies are hurting productivity and the bottom line for contractors and suppliers alike.


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Roofing Contractor magazine's Top 100 Preview.
Sneak Peek

5 (Way Too) Early Facts About the 2024 Top 100 List

From private equity to the most represented states, take a look at how this year's list is shaping up
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 17, 2024
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As the editors sort, tabulate — and drink lots of coffee — collating Roofing Contractor magazine's 2024 Top 100 list, we couldn't wait to give readers just a few early insights and surprises ahead of its 'official' release in August.


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Growth Strategy

VIDEO: The Roadmap to Success for Your Roofing Business

10X Roofing’s Greg Bolt shares the lessons he learned from successfully growing and selling a roofing company
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 15, 2024
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Greg Bolt of 10X Roofing shares the strategies behind growing a successful roofing company and what to keep in mind when a buyer is interested in your business.


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Roofing Safety

Washington State Deals Out Whopping $1.2M In Fines To Contractors

State's Dept. of Labor & Industries comes down hard on four contractors
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 15, 2024
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Four roofing companies, including a serial offender that owes more than $4 million in fines, have received a combined total of $1.27 million in penalties from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.


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Distributor News

Cameron Ashley Building Products Opens Second Location in California

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 12, 2024
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The Visalia location joins Cameron Ashley's Sacramento facility in the Golden State in serving customers seeking drywall, insulation, and roofing products.


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