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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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Vietnam Vet, Roofer Capt. Larry Taylor Receives Medal of Honor

Taylor flew into harm's way to help save his fellow soldiers in a daring rescue
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 7, 2023
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A former Army helicopter pilot and roofing sheet metal company owner received the country's highest military honor for his heroic actions that saved the lives of four men during the Vietnam War.


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View the Roofing Companies That Made the 2023 Inc. 5000 List

More than 40 roofing contractors earn a spot on this year's list of the fastest-growing companies
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 5, 2023
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Multiple roofing contractors have claimed a spot on Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, which tracks the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.


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Roofing Distribution Companies Earn Spots on the 2023 Inc. 5000 List

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 1, 2023
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Find out which distribution companies that support the roofing industry made the Inc. 5000 list, which tracks the fastest-growing companies in the U.S.


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Dept. of Labor Sues Illinois Contractor for Repeated Fall Hazard Violations

OSHA has cited the contractor and his companies nine times for violations related to fall protection since 2014
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 25, 2023
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A roofing contractor has refused to pay the penalties related to citations for fall protection violations, causing the department to file suit in federal court.


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Kansas Roofing Contractor Pays $15K After Allegedly Not Replacing Roof

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 23, 2023
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The contractor is said to have violated the Kansas Consumer Protection Act after failing to provide a roof to a consumer who fell under the act's "protected consumer" category. 


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NWiR Seeks Presenters for 2024 NWiR Day in Las Vegas

Deadline to submit presentations is Aug. 31
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 23, 2023
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Any experts or professionals who can speak about topics relevant to the needs of women and their allies are encouraged to submit their ideas for sessions to NWiR.


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Distributor Profile

Profile: David Cusey, DW Distribution

President and regional manager finds a way to make his business and his customers succeed
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 22, 2023
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From side jobs at Home Depot to becoming president of a regional distributor, David Cusey has always emphasized the need to find a way to help customers succeed.


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Top 100 Roofing Contractors: Ones to Watch

These roofing contractors have what it takes to make it onto next year’s Top 100 list.
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
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Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 18, 2023
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These roofing contractors have what it takes to make it onto next year’s Top 100 list.
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Labor Dept. Issues Final Rule on Updating Davis-Bacon and Related Acts Regulation

Associated Builder and Contractors unhappy with final ruling, calling it a "handout"
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 11, 2023
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The Department of Labor issued sweeping changes to regulations that apply to federal and federally assisted construction projects funded by taxpayers.


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Media Round-Up

Giving Back: Roofing Contractors Spread the Love with Donations

It's more often the "bleed that leads" headlines that garner attention, but there is plenty of good news in the roofing sphere
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 11, 2023
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Roofing contractors went out and made a difference in the lives of community members over the past month with generous donations.


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