2014 IRE Sets Attendance Record
The 2014 International Roofing Expo (IRE) was held Feb. 26-28 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. A record crowd enjoyed the tradeshow, educational sessions, product demonstrations, networking and much more. Photos by Karen McConnell.
IRE Crowd
The IRE returned to Las Vegas after two years in other locations â?? Orlando in 2012 and San Antonio in 2013 â?? and welcomed record crowds. Photos by Karen McConnell.
Keynote Speaker
Frank Abagnale, the subject of the blockbuster book and movie â??Catch Me if You Can,â?? recounted tales about his incredible youth as a master forger and imposter at the eventâ??s keynote address. Photo by Karen McConnell.
Kid Rock
GAF and Kid Rock announced their partnership to support Operation Family Home at the show. Pictured are (from left) Jim Slauson, Sandra Greenberg, Gerry Messina, Ro Arnell, Paul Bromfield, Kid Rock, Ronnie Heyman, Alyssa Hall and Ted Marcopolus. Photo by Karen McConnell
Treasure Quest
The Treasure Quest game encouraged attendees to follow a treasure map to visit participating exhibitors. Dora Fong of Honolulu Roofing Co. was the winner of a drawing for the top prize of $3,500 cash. Photo by Karen McConnell.
Photo by Karen McConnell.
Photo by Karen McConnell.
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Photo by Karen McConnell.
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Photo by Karen McConnell.
Photo by Karen McConnell.
Photo by Karen McConnell.
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Photo by Karen McConnell.
Photo by Karen McConnell.
Photo by Karen McConnell.
Photo by Karen McConnell.
Photo by Karen McConnell.