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ARTICLES

Building Tomorrow's Workforce with SkillsUSA
Video/Podcast

Building Tomorrow's Workforce with SkillsUSA

State directors at IRE 2026 highlight how SkillsUSA is building the next generation of skilled trade professionals—from roofing to welding—and why contractors should take notice.
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Tanja Kern
February 23, 2026
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Looking for tomorrow’s workforce today? SkillsUSA leaders say the pipeline is already in place—and contractors just need to tap in.
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Workforce Development

Roofing Industry Doubles Down on Education

New training centers, hands-on workshops, and bilingual programs underscore the industry’s push to elevate contractor expertise and workforce development.
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Tanja Kern
February 10, 2026
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Distributors and manufacturers in the roofing industry are investing heavily in cutting-edge contractor training. 


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Owens Corning University Introduces Virtual Reality Training

Immersive learning helps roofers master real-world installations anytime, in any weather
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
February 9, 2026
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Owens Corning University expands its digital education lineup with OCU VR, an immersive, bilingual training experience that allows roofing professionals to learn and master critical installation skills in a safe, on-demand virtual environment.


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John DeRosa
IRE 2026 Session Preview

Growing Sales is EASY… If You Focus on the Right Things

A salesperson’s motivation, mindset, and management, all stems from how well your company executes on two key fundamentals.
John DeRosa is a sales performance expert
John DeRosa
January 19, 2026
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A salesperson’s motivation, mindset, and management, all stems from how well your company executes on two key fundamentals.


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ABC Supply Co., Inc., Q&A with Rich Thompson (pictured).
State of the Industry 2026

Roofing Industry Q&A 2026: ABC Supply Co.

Rich Thompson highlights how ABC Supply Co. maintains stability in a rapidly-evolving supplier world, while still innovating with technology, contractor engagement and more in this exclusive Q&A.
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
January 13, 2026
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You’ve seen the survey results, now roofing industry leaders weigh in on what will likely determine success – and failure – in 2026.
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APOC Professional Protection Products
Company Spotlight Sponsored by ICP Group

A Century of Roofing Expertise—Built for Today’s Contractors

How APOC is investing in innovation, education, and loyalty to support long-term contractor success
January 9, 2026
With more than 100 years in roofing, APOC continues to evolve—expanding its product portfolio, strengthening contractor training through certification programs, and rewarding loyalty with the Contractor Pro Program. It’s a commitment to helping professionals profit today, protect their projects, and grow for the future.
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H.B. Fuller

Unlock the Power of Spray-Applied Canister Adhesives: Proven Tips for Safer, Faster, Smarter Application

Use these field-tested tips to build stronger bonds using spray-applied canister adhesives to work efficiently and keep crews safe in roofing, and construction.
January 1, 2026

Use these field-tested tips to build stronger bonds using spray-applied canister adhesives to work efficiently and keep crews safe in roofing, and construction.


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5 Growth Strategies for Roofing Contractors in 2026

Roofing contractor panel explores how growing a roofing business involves so much more than increasing revenue
December 22, 2025
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Three high-performing Owens Corning Roofing Platinum Preferred Contractors shared their perspectives on growth.


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Leading Through Change: SOPREMA’s Perspective on Roofing in 2026

Challenges abound for the roofing industry, but there is hope for change and growth
Tim Kersey is the CEO of U.S. Operations for SOPREMA.
Tim Kersey
December 12, 2025
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SOPREMA US CEO Tim Kersey shares his observations on what the coming year holds for the manufacturer and its customers.
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Roofing Contractor Group Publisher Jill Bloom

Roofer Detained by ICE at the U.S. Border

What happened to a friend of mine revealed just how fragile fairness can be — and why it matters more than ever in our industry.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
December 10, 2025
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RC Publisher Jill Bloom reflects on a roofer friend’s first-hand encounter with stepped-up immigration enforcement at the U.S. border.
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EVENTS

Webinar

5/22/25 to 5/22/26
Contact: Demi

Remote Teams 101: The New Way to Hire

ON DEMAND: Our industry experts will guide you through what remote hiring and outsourcing should look like, how it can help you grow, and why it’s easier (and less scary) than you might think. If you want to save time, find great talent, and grow your business, this is one session you don’t want to miss!

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Webinar

11/20/25 to 11/20/26
Contact: Demi

The Power of a Remote Sales Assistant: Lessons from the Field

On-Demand Discover how dedicated Sales Assistants can handle the admin and follow-up tasks that often slow down your salespeople, giving them more time and energy to focus on building relationships and closing deals. And you’ll learn practical strategies for integrating remote Sales Assistants smoothly into your operations, so they quickly become trusted, productive members of your team and an essential driver of growth.

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    Paying for a New Roof: What Homeowners Consider and What Contractors Should Know

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    Supply Chain Optimization: Overcoming Challenges in the Building Supply Industry

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    Unlock the Power of Spray-Applied Canister Adhesives: Proven Tips for Safer, Faster, Smarter Application

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Events

March 31, 2026

The Number One Reason Roofers Lose Money on Insurance Jobs and How to Fix It

Insurance supplementing is one of the biggest profit leaks on insurance jobs, costing contractors time, money, and control. In this session, we’ll discuss how proper training and process alignment can help teams manage supplementing more effectively keeping key decisions in-house and profits where they belong.

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Homeowners Survey: A Roofing Customer’s Journey in 2026

Join the experts as they break down the data on another set of questions aimed at gaining insights into the rapidly changing home roofing and restoration market. Roofing contractors can use this data and insight to better understand what factors influence a homeowner's contractor selection process. 

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