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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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Crime Blotter

Roofing Contractor Pleads Guilty After Employee's Death

OSHA says willful safety violations had been a pattern
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
February 28, 2024
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A New York-based roofing contractor has entered a guilty plea for one count of willful violation of OSHA regulations resulting in death.


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Distributor Profile

Brody Lovelace Brings the ‘Love’ to Richards Building Supply

Territory Sales Rep Brings Smiles and a thirst for knowledge to customers
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
February 21, 2024
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From cleaning returned vinyl siding to becoming a territory manager: How “Why not?” propelled Brody Lovelace to success at Richards Building Supply.


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Solar Roofing

Tesla Closes 2023 with Lowest Solar Deployment Since 2020

Though solar deployment dropped, energy storage is soaring for the automaker and energy company
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
February 16, 2024
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Tesla's solar deployment continued to drop in the final quarter of 2023, though its energy storage saw massive increases compared to last year.


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State of the Industry

2024 State of the Industry: What Roofing Distributors Should Know

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
February 15, 2024
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Roofing distributors and suppliers can serve their contractor clients better if they know what is trending, where challenges lie, and what opportunities may present themselves in the year ahead for contractors then, by extension, distributors and suppliers: Roofing Contractor's annual State of the Industry report has much to share.  


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The Edge Vent

Product Focus: Ventilation

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
February 13, 2024
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A roundup of products and materials offered to the roofing industry. This month, check out the latest offerings in ventilation.


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Association News

Roofing Veteran Jim Barr Named 2024 J.A. Piper Award Winner

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
February 8, 2024
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Jim Barr, president of Barr Roofing in Abilene, Texas, received the 2024 recipient of the NRCA's J.A. Piper Award during its 137th Annual Convention.


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IRE 2024

IRE Session Preview: Being an Ally and Advocate for Women in Roofing

Guys, confused as to whether you’re ‘doing’ or ‘saying’ the right thing to support women in the roofing industry? You’re not alone.
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
February 7, 2024
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How to be an ally for women roofers in a male-dominated industry: NWiR session, initiatives, and background explained.


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PHOTO GALLERY: Day 1 at the 2024 International Roofing Expo

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
February 6, 2024
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View some of the images Roofing Contractor captured on Day 1 of this year's International Roofing Expo. Did you make it into this year's gallery?


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IRE 2024

NWiR Days 2024: Welcoming Allies with Open Arms

More than 450 women allies attend the seventh annual education and networking event
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
February 6, 2024
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Hundreds of attendees empowered themselves at NWiR’s annual event, highlighting the role of allies and advocates in supporting women in the roofing industry.


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IRE 2024

Devri Pieratt Named NWiR’s 2024 WORLD Award Veteran

Rising Star Award given to Amanda Veinott
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
February 5, 2024
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She couldn't be there, but her voice roared: Meet the "badasses" who are shattering glass ceilings in the roofing industry as NWiR's 2024 WORLD Award winners.


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