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This month's question:  What contractors need to know about green roofs  Talking sustainability with architects and owners  Positioning as a trusted expert outside roofing circles  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 f...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Karen Edwards is joined by Fred Castonguay and Shyam Prabhakar from Reworked. AI to explore their latest product innovations. They break down features like the Direct Mail Easy Button, HALO, Zip Analyzer and Storm Opportunities, discussing how these tools are designed to help roofing contractors streamline their processes. The team also shares insights...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Aparna Jaggi  of  Versico  to  discuss  ImpactR-7 and its role in advancing roofing insulation solutions. Aparna shares how ImpactR-7 came to be, the challenges it was designed to  solve  and how it addresses common shortcomings in traditional insulation. The conversation explores what makes ImpactR-7 an important development for...

In  this episode of Stories from the Roof, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with Wendy Marvin of Matrix Roofing about her journey into roofing and the lessons that shaped her career. From mentorship and leadership to building strong supplier relationships, Wendy shares what it takes to create lasting success. She also dives into how industry changes are  impacting  trust on the jobsite, the best decisions...

In this Coffee Conversations®,  Karen Edwards talks to Jon Gardner  of Owens Corning  and  Geoff Cramer  of  Futures Inc.  to  address  o ne of the most pressing challenges facing the roofing industry today: workforce development. As labor shortages continue to  impact  growth, contractors are being forced to rethink how they attract,  hire  and  retain  talent in a competitive market. This conver...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips® Karen Edwards is joined by Claudia Littmann from FURBISH, A SOPREMA Group Company, to explore how SOPRANATURE® BioWall transforms both interior and exterior spaces with living, breathing design. From improved air quality to enhanced mental well-being, these ultra-thin hydroponic systems bring nature closer to where people live and work. Claudia shares how Bio...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Lynsey Hull  of  Tyelus , McKay  Daniels   of NRCA  and Joel Stanley  of Anchor Products  to discuss the growing focus on mental health in the roofing industry. Centered around the work of the Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) Mental Health Task Force, the conversation explores how industry leaders  are addressing  stigm...

RoofersCoffeeShop ® LIVE hits the road for this special episode of  Roofing Road Trips®  from the CertainTeed Business Building Workshop (BBW), where we sit down with roofing contractors who are investing in their businesses, teams and long-term success through one of the industry's most respected development programs. In this episode, contractors share their experiences at BBW, discuss why ongoin...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth welcomes Mark Vargas of Anchor Products to explore the evolution of rooftop pipe and equipment supports and why what was once considered a minor detail has become a critical part of roof system performance. From early reliance on non-penetrating systems to failures driven by real-world conditions and seismic events, this conversation breaks d...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Marianna Conner and Chase DeLong from The Catch‑All, as well as Jack Waddell from Acorn Roofing, to explore how The Catch-All's solutions are reshaping the roofing experience. Chase and Marianna share how The Catch‑All was developed to solve long‑standing challenges around property protection and to set a new standard for what cu...

In this  June  2026 Roofer of the Month podcast, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Anthony Ortega and Gonzalo Tellez of  Viotell  Metal Concepts to talk about craftsmanship, growth and what it takes to stand out in today's competitive roofing market. From custom metal fabrication to high-end architectural installations, they share how their team blends precision,  innovation  and pride in workmanship...

In this episode of Stories from the Roof, host Dani Sheehan sits down with Austin Philips, estimating manager of Kodiak Roofing & Waterproofing, for a conversation that goes beyond day-to-day estimates and jobsite logistics. With over 15 years of experience at Kodiak Roofing, Austin shares how the company mindset of "adding extraordinary value to buildings and lives" shows up in the field. Tune in...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Jay Anderson,  b usiness  d evelopment  s pecialist  of   f luid - a pplied  r oofing at Tremco CPG Inc., to talk about the exciting introduction of the new VULKEM® Roofing System. Jay shares insights into his background in the roofing industry and explains how  V ULKEM   Roofing is redefining performance and versatility in fluid...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards is joined by Andrew Fickinger from Sherwin-Williams Roofing Solutions and Joe Sorrentino from Joe Sorrentino LLC to explore the evolving world of roof restoration. Joe shares his background and how he got started in the restoration space before diving into how restoration became an increasingly important solution for today's roofing industry. T...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards is joined by Jeff Berzolla of Instant Roofer for a conversation exploring a long-standing challenge in the roofing industry: slow, inconsistent measurement processes that delay estimates and cost contractors jobs. The discussion unpacks how faster, more accurate data is transforming sales workflows and improving close rates without increasing l...

In this Roofing Road Trips™, Karen Edwards is joined by The Malco Group's Learning and Product Training Manager, Jon Olson, to talk about the critical role that contractors play in shaping the future of roofing and metal construction. Learn how to attract, train, and retain top talent with the right mentorship and hands-on programs, all while leveraging tools from The Malco Group to boost producti...

In this Read Listen Watch®, host Karen Edwards is joined by John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group to break down how robotics and automation are beginning to influence the construction industry and what that means for roofing contractors. Rather than focusing on fear or speculation, the conversation centers on awareness, preparation and operational readiness. John shares where robotics are most li...

In this  episode of  Roofing Road Trips®,  Megan  Ellsworth sits down with Lauren Begg of Aetna Roofing Corporation to explore what it means to inherit more than a company. As a  third-generation  roofer, Lauren  represents  the next chapter of a business her grandfather started at just 14 years old. Now stepping into leadership as she transitions the company from her father, she shares how succes...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trip s® , host Karen Edwards sits down with Scott Kim of WGM Contracting and Brian Ricci of  Adco  South  Roofing  as they share how contractors can successfully build and grow their business through HOA projects . Through their real-world experiences from both the East and West Coasts, they discuss strategies ranging from securing multi-home neighborhood projects t...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Karen Edwards sits down with Brian Cross and Dylan Quirk of Rocky Mountain Snow Guards to discover how roofers can get a free, customized snow retention layout and design plan. Together they break down product options for nearly every roofing material and explain what goes into creating accurate, job-specific plans. Dylan shares how their team can work...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips Karen Edwards sits down with Brian Cook of Dataforma and Gabriela Fornino from QXO to learn about Dataforma's new integration with QXO and what it means for contractors looking to streamline operations and stay competitive. The conversation unpacks how the collaboration came together, what new capabilities it brings to the platform and how customer feedback sh...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Karen Edwards sits down with Mike Feazel of Roof Maxx to discuss his evolution from traditional roofing contractor to restoration brand founder. Mike shares what sparked his pivot from tear-offs to treatments designed to extend shingle life and explains how restoration complements replacement and routine maintenance. The conversation explores how contractors...

This month's question:  Value of local, state and national involvement: Roofing Days, Advocacy and lobbying – Why is it important? Non-roofing associations that drive referrals Getting women and emerging leaders connected Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com!   https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/     Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today!   https://www.rooferscoff...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Karen Edwards is joined by Tom Swope from Versico to explore the growing role of Vacuum Insulated Panels (VIPs) in low-slope commercial roofing. Designed for projects where space is limited but performance can't be compromised, VIPs offer exceptionally high R-values in an ultra-thin profile. Tom breaks down how these panels are integrated into layered r...

In this episode of  Roofing Road Trips ® , Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Trent Cotney from Adams & Reese to  talk about  what's  new in the industry and go over the events  of  Roofing Day in D.C.   This ongoing podcast featuring Heidi and Trent gets to the heart of what is happening in the roofing industry and construction overall .   From the economy to immigration to labor shortages, they tal...