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In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Thomas Knuckey of Brava Roof Tile to explore their innovative synthetic roofing solutions. During the conversation, Thomas will compare Brava's cedar shake, slate and Spanish tile alternatives to their natural counterparts — explorin g the authentic aesthetics , color options, ease of installation and elevated performance. Lear...

In this special Roofing Road Trips® episode, recorded live from the Western Roofing Expo, Megan Ellsworth sits down with the Western States Roofing Contractors Association's (WSRCA) current president, Kris Hitesman of Capitol Roofing Service; incoming president, Stan Robinson of Pacific West Roofing; and future president, Ron Lloyd of Kokua Roofing. Together, they discuss the association's recent...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Megan Ellsworth talks to Jen Silvers from Rejuv a Roofs about how this innovative company got its start and what sets it apart in the roof rejuvenation space. T hey discuss how RejuvaRoof s reattaches granules, fills in hail divots, reseals shingles and helps extend roof life with impressive warranty options. They also dive into the certification process for...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips ® , host Karen Edwards sits down with the International Roofing Expo's S how Manager, Brandi McElhaney and Show Director , Rich Russo to talk all things IRE 2026. From the latest show highlights to what's new for exhibitors and attendees, this conversation gives you a sneak peek into what makes IRE the must-attend event for the roofing industry. Brandi and Ric...

You won't want to miss this special episode of Coffee Conversations celebrating Hispanic Heritage month, sponsored by SRS Para Latinos. We're joined by a group of Most Valuable Presenters (MVPs)— standout leaders selected for their passion, dedication and impact in the roofing industry. In this conversation, they share their personal journeys, how SRS Para Latinos has supported their growth and wh...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi Ellsworth takes viewers on-site for an exclusive tour of Anchor Products' mobile tradeshow. Designed to bring education and innovation directly to contractors, this traveling showcase highlights the company's attachment solutions and hands-on training opportunities. Heidi walks through the displays, tools and training demonstrations that make the...

In this RoofersCoffeeShop RLW, Karen Edwards welcomes MetalForming , LLC's President and CEO, Stephen Gosk, and Business Development Director, Chad Rowe, for an exclusive METALCON preview and to discover how the new Schroeder Architectural shear and folder and VIETSTEEL roll forming machines are built to tackle today's biggest challenges in the metal construction industry. From precision and produ...

In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Megan Ellsworth sits down with A udrey McG arrell of the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) to discuss a new educational resource on the often-overl ooked s ynergy between cool roofs and rooftop solar PV. In this epi sode , Audrey shines a light on how pairing these two technologies creates a win-win for building ow ners, contr actors and the environment alike. Fr...

In th e October Roofer of the Month podcast , Alex Tolle sits down with WeatherShield Roofing & Sheetmetal to discuss what makes their company stand out in the roofing industry. WeatherShield specializes in everything from new construction to storm damage repairs, serving both residential and commercial clients with excellence. They will discuss their specialty services, including their commitment...

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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips ® , Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Mindy Dahlquist, business development manager at TRA Snow and Sun, to discuss how the company is setting an example through its support of the Let's Build Construction Camp for girls. By investing in programs that introduce young women to the trades, TRA shows how giving back builds stronger communities and stronger compan...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips ® , Karen Edwards is joined by Brenda Perkins , an insurance advocacy consultant with Brava Roof Tile , to understand the shifting landscape of insurance and roofing with a focus on what contractors need to know right now . Brenda breaks down the current insurance climate, what it means when homeowners have new roofing coverage limitations and/or are categoriz...

Join RoofersCoffeeShop ® for a powerful and inspiring Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Owens Corning, as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and honor the vibrant contributions of Hispanic and Latino professionals in the roofing industry. Hosted by Megan Ellsworth, this conversation will spotlight Hispanic trailblazers who are driving innovation, empowering their communities and paving the way...

In this RoofersCoffeeShop RLW, Karen Edwards chats with Sherwin Williams' MetalVue Marketing Segment Manager, Junny Lee and Sherwin Williams' Contractor Sales Representative for the MetalVue program, Heather McGinnis .  They talk about why demand for metal is rising, the barriers that often hold contractors back and how Roofing Passport provides the tools needed to make more with metal .   Roofing...

In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Karen Edwards talks with Austin Cash, Malco's senior new product development engineer, about the challenges contractors face when cutting metal and vinyl panels. Austin introduces the TurboShear ® Rotary Panel Cutter and explains how its dual cutting wheels, self-advancing design and durable build help crews work faster with greater precision and less fatigue....

In this Roofing Road Trips ® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth explores the world of cool roofing with Melissa Dunson, director of marketing at Central States Manufacturing and Audrey McGarrell , c ommunications m anager with the Cool Roof Rating Council. (CRRC) Learn how metal roofing systems are engineered to reflect heat, reduce energy costs and meet the rising demand for sustainable building solutio...

In this Roofing Road Trips episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with S-5! Director of Strategy and Market Development, Mark Gies, as he shares the latest updates on solar technology, policies and market demand. Solar is one of the fastest-growing opportunities in roofing with metal roofing providing the perfect platform for solar arrays. Learn how contractors can leverage S-5!'s innovations to simpli...

This month's question: How can contractors prioritize sustainability in their practices and effectively use it as a differentiator for their business? Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com!   https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/     Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today!   https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up     Sign up for the Week in Roofing!   http...

In this episode of Contractor Outlook, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese to explore the policy changes reshaping the contracting and roofing industries under the current presidential administration. With his wealth of experience in roofing and industry advocacy, Trent offers expert insights into evolving issues from immigration policies and labor shortages to tariff...

In this Roofing Road Trips ® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with A l an Davis of Ingage to explore how smart system integration can reduce friction, improve team consistency and create a more streamlined experience for homeowners. With so many tools required to manage r oofing sales — from CRMs to measurement apps to visualizers — it's easy for things to get complicated fast. By bringing vi...

In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Karen Edwards is joined by Mike Ippoliti with Leap to talk about the growing risks contractors face when it comes to their business data and what to look for in a secure CRM. They discuss why it is so important to own and control your data, the red flags to watch for in CRM platforms, and how data exposure can impact your reputation and operations. Mike also sh...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Karen Edwards catches up with Carlisle Architectural Metals' Vice President of Growth, Brad Van Dam , to break down the trends contractors need to watch, explore strategies to stay competitive and share insights to help contractors prepare for what's next in residential and commercial roofing. The roofing industry is evolving fast — from shifting market deman...

In this Roofing Road Trips ® episode , host Karen Edwards sits down with Heath Hicks and Eric Mackintosh to hear the story of how their friendship sparked a business partnership that led to the creation of The Catch-All. From their first meeting to launching products like the Job Site Protection System, Nail Catch, Shrub Shield and more, they dive into how collaboration , and occasional disagreeme...

In this Roofing Road Trips ® episode, Alex Tolle sits down with Stephen Spence from Project Map It and Paul and Kim Reed from Roofers in Recovery to discuss an issue that too often goes unspoken in the trades, mental health and addiction. Learn about the mission behind Roofers in Recovery, why mental health conversations matter now more than ever and how the roofing community can take action to su...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Karen Edwards is joined by Rory Young of DCX, the leader in outsourcing administrative talent for the roofing industry .  They will discuss the challenges contractors face when sales leaders and business owners get tied down by day-to-day functions including a dministrative work, customer service and estimating .  Join them while they explore why so many cont...