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Join MetalCoffeeShop® as we open up conversations about what is top of mind for metal construction contractors and the overall metal industry right now! Each quarter, the team at MCS will video chat with the metal industry and leading professionals in a Q&A format. Pour a cup of coffee and bring your questions and best practices online as contractors talk to each other while learning from a variety of business and industry experts.

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In this Coffee Conversations®, Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by industry leaders to discuss one of the most pressing issues facing roofing and construction companies today: how to successfully onboard, train and retain top talent. As labor shortages continue and workforce expectations shift, companies can no longer afford to treat ... Read More
In this Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by SRS Distribution, Megan Ellsworth is joined by industry leaders to break down what artificial intelligence (AI) really means for roofing contractors and suppliers. Patrick Garcia of SRS Distribution, Fred Castonguay of Reworked.AI and Denver Riggleman of Riggleman Information and Intelligence Group (RIIG) explore how ... Read More
Join us for an exciting LIVE Coffee Conversations at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026, sponsored by SRS Distribution, where a panel of manufacturers, distributors and service providers will dive into the biggest trends shaping the roofing landscape this year. From sustainability innovations and emerging technologies to workforce challenges and ... Read More
Join us for an exciting LIVE Coffee Conversations at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026, sponsored by SRS Distribution, where a panel of contractors will dive into the biggest trends shaping the roofing landscape this year. From sustainability innovations and emerging technologies to workforce challenges and economic impacts, this engaging ... Read More
In this final Coffee Conversations® of 2025, we’re bringing together some of the brightest minds in roofing to reflect on the past year and look ahead to what’s next for 2026. From economic shifts and labor trends to technology innovations and evolving contractor needs, this conversation will explore how the ... Read More
In this episode of Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), Karen Edwards has a timely discussion with a panel of industry leaders on how metal roofing is redefining resilience in the face of extreme weather. From wildfires in the West to hurricanes along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts, ... Read More
You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by MetalVue by Sherwin-Williams, coming to you LIVE from METALCON 2025 in Las Vegas! Join us on day two of the show as we meet with industry leaders and experts from the metal industry. Guests include manufacturers, service ... Read More
In this episode of Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by MetalForming, LLC, Karen Edwards sits down with David Prokop, executive vice president of precision sales, for a thought leadership discussion on how contractors, builders and erectors can tackle today’s fabrication challenges by rethinking traditional bending methods. The conversation moves from industry-wide pressures ... Read More
September is Suicide Prevention Month and the roofing industry is coming together to shine a light on mental health, wellness and the support available for those who serve and work in our communities. In this important Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by SRS Distribution, we’ll talk openly about suicide prevention, available resources ... Read More
RoofersCoffeeShop® is bringing you an inside look at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026! Join host Heidi J. Ellsworth as she sits down with industry leaders Alison LaValley with The Roofing Alliance; Julissa Chavez and Keenan Perry with SRS Distribution and Brandi McElhaney with Informa to discuss what attendees can ... Read More
In this Coffee Conversations®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Trent Cotney of Adams & Reese for a powerful and candid discussion on the latest legal issues impacting the roofing and construction industries. From evolving tariffs and immigration policies to regulatory changes and emerging legal cases, this “Power Hour” gives ... Read More
Join us for this special Pride Month edition of Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by Tremco WTI. In this episode we will be highlighting the experiences, challenges and triumphs of LGBTQIA+ individuals in the roofing industry. Our panel of experts and advocates will discuss how roofing companies can create inclusive workplaces, support ... Read More
Join us for this important Coffee Conversations® where experts, including Trent Cotney from Adams & Reese and Will Lorenz from General Coatings, will break down the policies, prices and pressures shaping the roofing world in light of the new administration's tariff policies. With changes happening every day, the industry is ... Read More
In this episode of Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), Karen Edwards will talk with a panel of experts about marketing to homeowners in this day and age. Homeowners are harder to reach than ever, so how are today’s top contractors getting their attention? Join Renee Ramey of ... Read More
Join us for this Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by Sherwin-Williams, as we discuss how the 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports will affect the metal construction industry. Hear from industry experts who break down the history of steel tariffs and their immediate financial impact on metal manufacturers and contractors. They ... Read More
In today’s construction industry, immigration enforcement actions can create uncertainty and fear on jobsites. Contractors and business owners must be prepared to protect their employees while staying compliant with the law. Join us for a critical Coffee Conversations®, made possible by supporters like Central States Manufacturing, featuring legal and industry ... Read More
Join us for an exciting LIVE Coffee Conversations® at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025, sponsored by SRS Distribution, where a panel of contractors will dive into the biggest trends shaping the roofing landscape this year. From sustainability innovations and emerging technologies to workforce challenges and economic impacts, this engaging ... Read More
In the first Metal Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), we explore the evolving roofing industry and the reasons why more roofing contractors are adding metal tiles to their asphalt shingle business. Join our panel of industry experts, Todd Miller, president of Isaiah Industries, Mitch Heitsch, regional ... Read More
You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by New Tech Machinery, coming to you LIVE from METALCON 2024 in Atlanta! Join us on day two of the show as we meet with industry leaders and experts from the metal industry. Guests include manufacturers, service providers ... Read More
Join us for a special Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. (WTI), a division of Tremco, to celebrate the ELEVATE 2nd Chance program, a key part of WTI's RISE initiative. This pioneering effort focuses on providing formerly incarcerated individuals with education, skill development, and career pathways in roofing and ... Read More
In this Coffee Conversations, we dive into the essential strategies for securing the future of your roofing business through effective succession planning. Whether you’re a family-owned company or a large organization, planning for leadership transitions is critical for maintaining stability and growth. Our expert panel, moderated by Heidi J. Ellsworth ... Read More
Join us for a steaming cup of insight on this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by SRS Distribution. This installment will navigate through the anticipated highlights and opportunities that await the industry at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE). Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the roofing scene, our ... Read More
Join us for an engaging and celebratory Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Tremco WTI, dedicated to honoring and supporting the LGBTQ+ community within the roofing industry. This vibrant conversation will provide a platform for industry professionals to share their experiences, discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion and explore ways to ... Read More
You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by SRS Distribution, coming to you LIVE from the International Roofing Expo (IRE)! Join us on day two of the show as we meet with industry leaders and experts. Guests include manufacturers, distributors, and service providers who will share their ... Read More
You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by SRS Distribution, coming to you LIVE from the International Roofing Expo (IRE)! Join us on day one of the show as we meet with industry leaders and experts. Guests include contractors from across the country who will share their ... Read More
You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by New Tech Machinery, coming to you LIVE from METALCON 2023 in Las Vegas! Join us on day two of the show as we meet with industry leaders and experts from the metal industry. Guests include manufacturers, service ... Read More
You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by New Tech Machinery, coming to you LIVE from METALCON! Join us on day one of the show as we meet with industry leaders and experts from the metal industry. Guests include manufacturers and service providers who will ... Read More
S4:E1 You won't want to miss the season 4 kickoff of Coffee Conversations, sponsored by NRCA. Heidi J. Ellsworth welcomes NRCA CEO McKay Daniels and Chairman of the Board Kyle Thomas to talk about the state of the roofing industry. They will dive into positive outcomes from our Roofing Day participation ... Read More

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