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METALCON launches Veteran retreat project with Steel Frame Build
Eagles Landing begins in Las Vegas, bound for Montana. This year, the only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction is proud to launch a heartwarming project: a full-scale steel frame for a future veteran retreat in Hall, Montana, an inspiring new initiative for METALCON ...
Roofing pride and authenticity
By Emma Peterson. Learn how businesses can empower their teams by creating inclusive and supportive workplaces. Last month, we hosted a special Pride Month edition of Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Tremco WTI! In the episode, Megan Ellsworth spoke with a panel of roofing experts and advocates from across the industry ...
Popular gathering returns for women: ‘Metal & Mimosas’ at METALCON
METALCON offers women in metal construction a high-energy morning of networking, inspiration and industry empowerment. With more and more women taking a career path into the metal construction industry, the organizers of METALCON are inviting women to inspire and be inspired by other women at Metal & Mimosas during the upcoming ...
Ready, set, compete!
By Lauren White. The 2025 Building Envelope Olympics showcases sportsmanship and skills. Professionalism. Precision. Pride. All things that come to mind when thinking about Olympians, which we’ll see soon for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The same is true for the more than 100 competitors who convened in Scottsdale, ...
Central Oregon Council of National Women In Roofing announces recipient of veteran roofing project at community BBQ May 9
Veterans or service members from the local community were nominated over the past few weeks and went through a selection process with members of NWIR. The Central Oregon council of National Women in Roofing (NWIR) invites the community to attend their first event during which they will announce the recipient of ...
Roofing Associations Protecting Roofing Contractors from Scams
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Colorado Roofing Association warns roofing contractors of real estate scams. Roofing contractors are being warned of a growing scam trend that targets homes listed for sale. According to the Colorado Roofing Association (CRA), fraudulent individuals are posing as property owners or their representatives to authorize roofing work on ...
The National Roofing Partners Leadership Summit brings top roofing companies together
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. RoofersCoffeeShop joins industry changing discussions at 2025 summit. The 2025 National Roofing Partners (NRP) Leadership Summit gathered leading commercial roofing contractors and professionals from across the country for a powerful exchange of ideas and strategy. Held over two days, the event featured roundtable discussions, board meetings and a ...
When ICE shows up unannounced
By Justin Shirley, Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW). Preparation means protection for your people and your business. Disclaimer: Please note, this information is not legal advice and RCAW strongly encourages members to work with their local counsel to establish a compliance protocol that suits their unique needs. They might arrive without notice ...
From 1977 to 2025 and from RCI to IIBEC
By Emma Peterson. Learn how the consulting sector of the industry has grown and changed over the years. While at the 2025 International Institute of Building Envelope Consultants (IIBEC) Convention, The Coffee Shops™ hosted a soundstage! Sponsored by IB Roof Systems, we invited dozens of professionals to chat with us about the ...
7 ways to be inspired this Earth Day
By Metal Roofing Alliance. Enact change through interactive projects with your community to combat climate change. On April 22 each year, Americans celebrate Earth Day, a holiday which serves a reminder of the beauty of Mother Nature and to give back by participating in green initiatives in your community. With ...
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