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CoatingsCoffeeShop joins industry leaders at RCMA 2026 meeting in Las Vegas
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. This year’s conversations reflected continued growth in roof coatings as building owners seek sustainable, cost-effective solutions and contractors look for ways to diversify their businesses. CoatingsCoffeeShop® was proud to be a part of the Roof Coating Manufacturer Association (RCMA) 2026 meeting in Las Vegas. As an RCMA partner ...
Top January articles: Expert answers and insights
By Emma Peterson. From expert Q&As to snow retention essentials, here are the top five AskARoofer articles for January 2026. Whether you are shopping for a new roof, looking to get repairs on an existing roof or just wanting to increase your knowledge, AskARoofer is the place to be. We ...
NRCA announces 2026-27 officers and directors
All 2026-27 officers and directors will assume their roles June 1. The National Roofing Contractors Association announced its new slate of officers during its 139th Annual Convention January 20-22 in Las Vegas. Chad Collins, executive vice president of Roofing Corp of America, Atlanta, was elected chairman of the board, and Sherri Miles, ...
RCAW legislative alert: What Washington roofing contractors need to know
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. RCAW sounds the alarm on proposed legislation impacting Washington roofing contractors The Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) is raising awareness about two companion bills currently moving through the Washington State Legislature that could have serious consequences for roofing contractors across the state. House Bill 2191 ...
Call for papers announced for the 21st International Advanced Building Skins Conference and Expo
The 21st International Advanced Building Skins Conference and Expo promises another year of exceptional insight, collaborative discussion and pioneering research. The global community of building envelope innovators is preparing for one of the most influential events in the built environment. The 21st International Advanced Building Skins Conference and Expo will return ...
Toasting a decade of excellence at the 2026 NWIR Days!
By Emma Peterson. Honor the past, celebrate the present and get ready for the future at this year’s NWIR conference! Originally conceived in 2014, but officially founded in 2016, the National Women in Roofing (NWIR)'s goal has always been to support the women “breaking by pursuing a variety ...
Roofing Alliance momentum: Building the future of roofing one milestone at a time
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Celebrating momentum and building the future of roofing together. The Roofing Alliance continues to play a transformative role in shaping the future of the roofing industry. This fall has brought an extraordinary wave of progress as education, research, philanthropy and leadership development converge to create ...
A sport court contractor’s guide to smarter evaluation, long-term planning and USTA grant success
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Information shared at the 2025 American Sports Builders Association (ASBA) Technical Meeting offers a practical roadmap for contractors working with aging court infrastructure. While attending the American Sports Builders Association (ASBA) Technical Meeting, CoatingsCoffeeShop™ was able to attend several classes. We want to take the opportunity to share ...
The RCMA Spring Meeting is around the corner
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. With education sessions, networking events and more, this meeting is a must attend for contractors around the industry. The Roofing Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) Spring Meeting is where roof coatings move from a product conversation to a business strategy. Held on Monday January 19, 2026 at the ...
Nominate a veteran for a new roof!
By Emma Peterson. QXO for Veterans is looking to replace the roof of 13 veterans or veteran organizations around North America at no cost. For seven years now, QXO has run an initiative to support veterans called QXO for Veterans (previously known as Beacon of Hope). In that time, ...
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