Are you ready to go back to school? Not just any school, this is roofing school. Heidi J Ellsworth visits with Roofing Alliance Executive Director Alison LaValley, Greg Bloom, past Roofing Alliance president and VP of national sales for Beacon Building Products and Dhaval R. Gajjar of Clemson University to talk about the roofing courses now available for roofing professionals. Learn how you can earn a certificate of completion for completing the three roofing courses from Clemson University. This initiative is changing the industry, and you do not want to be left behind.
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Megan Ellsworth is thrilled to visit with Kyle Cahill, assistant project manager for King of Texas Roofing about his role as mentor in the tenth annual Roofing Alliance Student Competition taking place in Las Vegas, February 7, 2024. Previously, Kyle competed as a student in the competition in years past. Megan and Kyle talk about their role as mentors in 2024 and how their experience as competitors led them to careers in the roofing industry.
Presented by NRCA, the Stories of an Extraordinary Industry podcast is meant to enlighten, educate and inspire. From the roof system installers to the manufacturers and everyone in between, the roofing industry is made up of incredibly talented people. This is where we tell their stories.
We speak with team members from the University of Florida's Construction Management program, who placed first in the Roofing Alliance’s 2024 student competition.
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A group of roofers recognized industrywide problems and said: “It’s time to put up or shut up.” Learn how they accomplished big things by turning their dreams into reality.
A group of roofers recognized industrywide problems and said: “It’s time to put up or shut up.” Learn how they accomplished big things by turning their dreams into reality.
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A group of roofers recognized industrywide problems and said: “It’s time to put up or shut up.” Learn how they accomplished big things by turning their dreams into reality.
We look back at a time when the roofing industry rallied together in the face of tragedy and showed the world this country can be united.
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We look back at a time when the roofing industry rallied together in the face of tragedy and showed the world this country can be united.
We profile a roofing industry leader who handled difficult life circumstances that had the potential to rip her company apart. Learn how she created a company culture that can stand strong when times get tough.
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We profile a roofing industry leader who handled difficult life circumstances that had the potential to rip her company apart. Learn how she created a company culture that can stand strong when times get tough.
A group of roofing company owners join forces to make more money. Can they put aside egos and weather storms of recessions? Will they last the hard-fought years of negotiation battles? There is a lot to learn from this story, and it’s more than just making money.
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A group of roofing company owners join forces to make more money. Can they put aside egos and weather storms of recessions? Will they last the hard-fought years of negotiation battles? There is a lot to learn from this story, and it’s more than just making money.
A roofer from Southern California could never leave someone with a leaky roof, even if they could not afford to pay. Would his generosity be the downfall of his company or would it unite the roofing industry?
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A roofer from Southern California could never leave someone with a leaky roof, even if they could not afford to pay. Would his generosity be the downfall of his company or would it unite the roofing industry?
Heidi J. Ellsworth travels across the country on behalf of the RoofersCoffeeShop meeting amazing roofing professionals year round. She is involved in all parts of the roofing industry and loves contributing, speaking and meeting all the contractors she can.
On this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth embarks on a virtual road trip to Clemson University with the Roofing Alliance Executive Director Alison LaValley; Chief Executive Officer of EagleView, Piers Dormeyer; and Director of Undergraduate Programs Dhaval Gajjar to talk about the Roofing Alliance’s roofing courses developed in partnership with Clemson University. These innovative roofing courses are tailored to offer a robust education to industry professionals of all backgrounds, experiences, and educational levels and serve as an excellent onboarding tool for new hires. The courses are entirely self-paced and available online, granting participants the flexibility to tailor their learning experience to their own schedule. Upon completion of each course, which entails a final examination, participants will be awarded a prestigious Certificate of Completion and with the completion of all three courses, a distinguished "Roofing Professional Management" Certificate will be bestowed upon participants. Find out about this amazing opportunity to gain critical roofing education for your career and company.
Megan Ellsworth is thrilled to visit with Kyle Cahill, assistant project manager for King of Texas Roofing about his role as mentor in the tenth annual Roofing Alliance Student Competition taking place in Las Vegas, February 7, 2024. Previously, Kyle competed as a student in the competition in years past. Megan and Kyle talk about their role as mentors in 2024 and how their experience as competitors led them to careers in the roofing industry.
Megan Ellsworth is thrilled to visit with Kyle Cahill, assistant project manager for King of Texas Roofing about his role as mentor in the tenth annual Roofing Alliance Student Competition taking place in Las Vegas, February 7, 2024. Previously, Kyle competed as a student in the competition in years past. Megan and Kyle talk about their role as mentors in 2024 and how their experience as competitors led them to careers in the roofing industry.
Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with the new Roofing Alliance President Greg Bloom of Beacon Building Products and Executive Director Alison LaValley about the importance and growth of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) foundation. With a focus on advancing the roofing industry, the Alliance continues their philanthropic work along with partnering with major universities including Clemson and Arizona State while also providing ongoing scholarships for the next generation of roofing professionals.
Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with the 2023 leadership team of The Roofing Alliance Student Competition, KPost Roofing and Waterproofing Project Manager Chris Evans, Competition Chair Allen Lancaster and Roofing Alliance Executive Director Alison LaValley. It is all about the 2023 Roofing Alliance Student Competition and the construction management schools that will be competing at the International Roofing Expo on March 8, 2023. This groundbreaking competition is changing the future outlook of roofing by bringing the best of the best college-level students into the industry. Find out more and be inspired during this fun and informative podcast.
Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with the 2023 leadership team of The Roofing Alliance Student Competition, KPost Roofing and Waterproofing Project Manager Chris Evans, Competition Chair Allen Lancaster and Roofing Alliance Executive Director Alison LaValley. It is all about the 2023 Roofing Alliance Student Competition and the construction management schools that will be competing at the International Roofing Expo on March 8, 2023. This groundbreaking competition is changing the future outlook of roofing by bringing the best of the best college-level students into the industry. Find out more and be inspired during this fun and informative podcast.
Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with the 2023 leadership team of The Roofing Alliance Student Competition, KPost Roofing and Waterproofing Project Manager Chris Evans, Competition Chair Allen Lancaster and Roofing Alliance Executive Director Alison LaValley. It is all about the 2023 Roofing Alliance Student Competition and the construction management schools that will be competing at the International Roofing Expo on March 8, 2023. This groundbreaking competition is changing the future outlook of roofing by bringing the best of the best college-level students into the industry. Find out more and be inspired during this fun and informative podcast.
Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Roofing Alliance President Kelly B. Van Winkle, and Executive Director Alison LaValley, to talk about 2022 and the ongoing success of the Roofing Alliance. Kelly and Alison share the successes around their Construction Management programs, Student Competition, Giving Back programs and overall funding initiatives that have helped elevate the roofing industry. Learn what this important foundation has been doing to make the roofing industry grow and prosper.
Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Roofing Alliance President Kelly B. Van Winkle, and Executive Director Alison LaValley, to talk about 2022 and the ongoing success of the Roofing Alliance. Kelly and Alison share the successes around their Construction Management programs, Student Competition, Giving Back programs and overall funding initiatives that have helped elevate the roofing industry. Learn what this important foundation has been doing to make the roofing industry grow and prosper.
Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with the new Roofing Alliance president, Kelly Van Winkle of King of Texas and new Roofing Alliance Vice President, Greg Bloom of Beacon Building Products about the importance and growth of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) foundation, The Roofing Alliance. With a focus on continuing to support the roofing industry, the Alliance had implemented amazing programs with the Ronald McDonald House Charities, major universities including Clemson and Arizona State and ongoing scholarships for the industry. Focusing in on the next stages of these Alliance programs, Kelly and Greg share their outlook for the upcoming year and beyond.
Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with the new Roofing Alliance president, Kelly Van Winkle of King of Texas and new Roofing Alliance Vice President, Greg Bloom of Beacon Building Products about the importance and growth of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) foundation, The Roofing Alliance. With a focus on continuing to support the roofing industry, the Alliance had implemented amazing programs with the Ronald McDonald House Charities, major universities including Clemson and Arizona State and ongoing scholarships for the industry. Focusing in on the next stages of these Alliance programs, Kelly and Greg share their outlook for the upcoming year and beyond.
Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Dhaval Gajjar of Clemson University, Tony Lamanna of Arizona State University, Bill Good, former NRCA CEO and Alison L. LaValley, Roofing Alliance Executive Director to visit about the growing influence of roofing in construction management schools. With a strong focus on growing the exposure of roofing within construction management schools, the Roofing Alliance has made huge strides in the last 10 years to bring the craft of roofing into construction management studies. With a full roofing curriculum now in circulation at Clemson University and more universities starting to adopt the courses, this team talks about how it all started, where we are now and the plan to bring more universities and students into the roofing fold.
Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Dhaval Gajjar of Clemson University, Tony Lamanna of Arizona State University, Bill Good, former NRCA CEO and Alison L. LaValley, Roofing Alliance Executive Director to visit about the growing influence of roofing in construction management schools. With a strong focus on growing the exposure of roofing within construction management schools, the Roofing Alliance has made huge strides in the last 10 years to bring the craft of roofing into construction management studies. With a full roofing curriculum now in circulation at Clemson University and more universities starting to adopt the courses, this team talks about how it all started, where we are now and the plan to bring more universities and students into the roofing fold.
Heidi J. Ellsworth virtually road trips to Texas to visit with Kelly Van Winkle of King of Texas Roofing Company LP. Heidi is delighted to visit with Kelly as she takes the position as the first women Vice President of the Roofing Alliance. Kelly has a distinguished career in roofing and has served on the board and executive team of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA). A leader within her family-owned roofing business, Kelly has been committed to furthering the professionalism of the roofing industry working on ProCertification, recruitment and many industry initiatives. Heidi and Kelly will talk about the Roofing Alliance and what it means to give back to the roofing industry every day.
Heidi J. Ellsworth virtually road trips to Texas to visit with Kelly Van Winkle of King of Texas Roofing Company LP. Heidi is delighted to visit with Kelly as she takes the position as the first women Vice President of the Roofing Alliance. Kelly has a distinguished career in roofing and has served on the board and executive team of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA). A leader within her family-owned roofing business, Kelly has been committed to furthering the professionalism of the roofing industry working on ProCertification, recruitment and many industry initiatives. Heidi and Kelly will talk about the Roofing Alliance and what it means to give back to the roofing industry every day.
Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Dhaval Gajjar, Assistant Professor at Clemson University about his passion for roofing. With several years, projects and degrees studying roofing, Dhaval is bringing the love of roofing to the students of Clemson and beyond. They also discuss the university-level roofing classes the Roofing Alliance and Dhaval have developed for construction management schools, as well as Clemson coming in first place during the Roofing Alliance Student Competition. At the end of the podcast, you will also get a sneak peek into some new research projects happening in the industry.
Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Dhaval Gajjar, Assistant Professor at Clemson University about his passion for roofing. With several years, projects and degrees studying roofing, Dhaval is bringing the love of roofing to the students of Clemson and beyond. They also discuss the university-level roofing classes the Roofing Alliance and Dhaval have developed for construction management schools, as well as Clemson coming in first place during the Roofing Alliance Student Competition. At the end of the podcast, you will also get a sneak peek into some new research projects happening in the industry.
Heidi J. Ellsworth interviews Bill Good about his involvement with the Roofing Alliance and his board position on the American Council for Construction Education. He shares the importance of roofing professionals working with the Roofing Alliance and continually looking to attract the next generation to roofing.
Heidi J. Ellsworth interviews Bill Good about his involvement with the Roofing Alliance and his board position on the American Council for Construction Education. He shares the importance of roofing professionals working with the Roofing Alliance and continually looking to attract the next generation to roofing.
Heidi J. Ellsworth interviews Bill Good about his involvement with the Roofing Alliance and his board position on the American Council for Construction Education. He shares the importance of roofing professionals working with the Roofing Alliance and continually looking to attract the next generation to roofing.
Heidi J. Ellsworth interviews Bill Good about his involvement with the Roofing Alliance and his board position on the American Council for Construction Education. He shares the importance of roofing professionals working with the Roofing Alliance and continually looking to attract the next generation to roofing.
Join RoofersCoffeeShop® as we open up conversations about what is top of mind for roofing contractors and the overall roofing industry right now! Listen to this podcast to hear a conversation with a special guests from the roofing industry in a Q&A format. Pour a cup of coffee and listen to best practices and advice from a variety of business and industry experts.
Are you ready to go back to school? Not just any school, this is roofing school. Heidi J Ellsworth visits with Roofing Alliance Executive Director Alison LaValley, Greg Bloom, past Roofing Alliance president and VP of national sales for Beacon Building Products and Dhaval R. Gajjar of Clemson University to talk about the roofing courses now available for roofing professionals. Learn how you can earn a certificate of completion for completing the three roofing courses from Clemson University. This initiative is changing the industry, and you do not want to be left behind.
For 25 years the Roofing Alliance has advanced and promoted the roofing industry by funding philanthropic initiatives, research, educational and technological programs. RoofersCoffeeShop is proud to welcome the leaders of the Roofing Alliance to the first Coffee Conversation of 2021. As the Roofing Alliance celebrates its silver anniversary, they continue to work to develop opportunities that contribute to the future success of the roofing industry. This Coffee Conversation will share information about the Alliance while celebrating it as a jewel of the roofing industry as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.
For 25 years the Roofing Alliance has advanced and promoted the roofing industry by funding philanthropic initiatives, research, educational and technological programs. RoofersCoffeeShop is proud to welcome the leaders of the Roofing Alliance to the first Coffee Conversation of 2021. As the Roofing Alliance celebrates its silver anniversary, they continue to work to develop opportunities that contribute to the future success of the roofing industry. This Coffee Conversation will share information about the Alliance while celebrating it as a jewel of the roofing industry as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.
Roofing Contractor magazine readers can now become active listeners, too. Take a deep dive into the stories, topics and people shaping the roofing industry as RC works to bring you the latest information to keep your roofing business booming.
Roofing Alliance leadership looks back at 25 years of supporting the roofing industry and highlights the research, education and philanthropy initiatives it’ll support for the next 25. Listen to the podcast.
For the last 25 years, the Roofing Alliance, the nonprofit arm of the National Roofing Contractors Association, has advanced the roofing industry by funding research, philanthropic projects and technological programs. Whether it's helping maintain the roofs of Ronald McDonald Houses or supporting the next generation of roofers with its Student Competition, the Alliance continually works to promote the professionalism of roofing. Watch the video.
