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In this six-part CoffeeCast, Karen Edwards is joined by co-host Jon Abernathy of TAMKO to talk about new ways roofing contractors grow stronger businesses with the power of the TAMKO Edge tech stack. Each episode features experts who share how innovative tools, partnerships and training opportunities can make contractors more competitive, efficient and trusted by homeowners. From sales enablement...

In this six-part CoffeeCast, Karen Edwards is joined by co-host Jon Abernathy of TAMKO to talk about new ways roofing contractors grow stronger businesses with the power of the TAMKO Edge tech stack. Each episode features experts who share how innovative tools, partnerships and training opportunities can make contractors more competitive, efficient and trusted by homeowners. From sales enablement...

In this six-part CoffeeCast, Karen Edwards is joined by co-host Jon Abernathy of TAMKO to talk about new ways roofing contractors grow stronger businesses with the power of the TAMKO Edge tech stack. Each episode features experts who share how innovative tools, partnerships and training opportunities can make contractors more competitive, efficient and trusted by homeowners. From sales enablement...

The roofing industry  isn't  just feeling economic  pressure ,   it's  being reshaped by it. In this live Read Listen Watch®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down  LIVE  from the NRCA midyear meetings with Fred Castonguay of Reworked.ai, Wendy Marvin of Matrix Roof & Home and Dean Jagusch of Wagner Roofing to dig into what it really takes to lead in a market defined by uncertainty, shifting customer b...

I n t his Roofing Road Trips ®  episode, Karen Edwards talks with  Dave Beiler  about the 2026 upgrades to the Equipter 4000 and the thinking behind the next generation of power. From improved engine performance and controls to updates designed for easier everyday operation, the conversation explores how Equipter  identified  the changes that matter most to contractors and crews.  Dave  also share...

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In this episode of  Operational Clarity with Lynsey Hull powered by The Coffee Shops , Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Lynsey Hull of Tyelus to  take a closer look at how contractor businesses can avoid getting boxed in by their technology choices. The conversation explores what it really means to build  developer-agnostic  systems, the hidden risks of vendor lock- in  and how interoperability c...

In this episode of  Roofing Road Trips® , host Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with April Chen, Tom Desimone and Mitch Gilbert to explore how SWIF Rack™ is changing the conversation around rooftop solar. Developed from real-world roofing experience, SWIF Rack offers an elevated, structurally integrated approach that helps protect the roof membrane,  maintain   serviceability  and support long-term pe...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Sherri Miles  of JD Miles Roofing to discuss her new role as president of the Roofing Alliance and her vision for the future of the roofing industry. Sherri shares her journey to leadership, the Alliance's mission and the initiatives helping advance roofing through research,  education  and workforce development. She also di...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, j oin host Megan Ellsworth for an informative conversation with Audrey McGarrell,  c ommunications  m anager for the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC), the nonprofit organization dedicated to providing objective, scientific information about cool roofs and cool exterior wall products. Audrey shares the latest updates from CRRC, including new educational resour...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Matt Parks, founder and chief product and innovation officer of ContractorHUB, to discuss one of the biggest challenges facing roofing companies today: disconnected data. While many contractors struggle with profitability, growth, hiring and operational efficiency, the root cause is often a lack of reliable information across the...

In this episode of  Roofing Road Trips® , host  Megan  Ellsworth sits down with Sabine Rothschuh, secretary of IFD, to talk about the 2026 IFD Connection Forum and the power of bringing the global roofing community together. With a format centered on practical project insights, open discussion and working sessions, the forum is designed to help member associations and industry partners share chall...

In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Megan Ellsworth visits with color expert Kate Smith, president and chief color maven of Sensational Color, to explore how smart roof color choices boost curb appeal and help roofers close more composite roofing sales. Kate shares how her free one‑on‑one homeowner color consultations, "Top Down" color theory and FRESH approach guide selections from DaVinci's wid...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips ®,  Megan Ellsworth joins Crystal Watterson ,   CFO  of  Greater American Roofing , and  Trent Lovewell ,   VP  of  s ales and  o perations at  Weatherguard , Inc. ,   t o  break down the  difference  between virgin and recycled composite roofing. With  years of experience,  30,000+ squares installed and award-winning projects under their belt s , the  two   s...

In this episode of Operational Clarity with Lynsey Hull powered by The Coffee Shops, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Lynsey Hull of Tyelus to explore how contractors can approach AI with clarity instead of confusion or risk. The conversation breaks down common mistakes, data concerns and the importance of putting the right guardrails in place before adoption. Listeners will walk away with a prac...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Kristin Case from Hi-Peak Staffing to talk about why company culture has become a critical piece of building and  retaining  strong roofing teams. As contractors continue navigating workforce challenges, employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. They want purpose, communication,  opportunity  and a place where they f...

In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, host Megan Ellsworth talks with Allison Woslager, owner of Integrity  Marketing Group , about how contractors can strengthen their marketing in today's AI-driven landscape. Allison breaks down answer engine optimization, realistic expectations for digital marketing and why authenticity still matters. From ChatGPT and Gemini to community involvement and outside...

In this Roofing Road Trips® podcast, Karen Edwards visits with Terri Davidson to discuss HR strategies and company policies in the roofing industry. They cover the foundations of effective HR management, the role of clear policies in company culture and how to navigate workforce challenges. The discussion also explores compliance, employee retention and practical ways to create a strong, people-fi...

In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with John Theede of Attic Breeze and Cody Rhea of FIXD Roofing LLC to discuss how homeowner expectations, roof system design and contractor responsibilities have evolved. As material and labor costs rise, reliable products and complete system performance are more important than ever. The conversation explores how attic ventilation...

In this  Roofers CoffeeShop ® Coffee Conversations,  Heidi  J.  Ellsworth is joined by Josh Wilens  of QXO ,  Alex  Birnbaum   of QXO  and  Kristina Hill of  HomeShield  Roofing & Exteriors  to talk about how s iding is no longer just an add-on for roofing contractors ; i t is becoming a key part of how contractors build stronger customer relationships, grow project value and deliver complete exte...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with Tawnya MacNeil of IPG about the company's role in the roofing industry and how they support contractors with critical insights and solutions. Tawnya shares perspective on common challenges contractors may not always consider, including a deep dive into roof shrinkage. She explains what it is, how it occurs and the impact it can...

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Denver Riggleman, founder and CEO of RIIG, to talk about his journey through the technology space and how it led to building a company focused on AI, automation and real-world problem solving. Denver shares the opportunity he saw in the market that sparked the creation of RIIG and explains how the company fits into today's r...

On this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Gokul Padmanabhan of HS Exit Advisors to unpack what it really takes to build a roofing business that performs even when you are not in the driver's seat. Together they walk through the "Dig a Moat, Build a Castle" framework, exploring owner mindset, financial discipline, revenue per employee and the kind of bold vision that posi...

In this episode of Stories from the Roof, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Nick Jacqmain of Springfield Roofing and Trevor Wagester a Duro-Last Sales Rep professional whose careers reflect dedication, craftsmanship and a true passion for the trade. They talk about how they got started in roofing, the mentors who helped shape their paths and the lessons learned along the way. Hear how their team's ea...

In this episode of Stories From The Roof, Megan Ellsworth sits down with the Nick Moen, owner and CEO of Four Seasons Energy Efficient Roofing, Inc. and Brett Franz, a Duro-Last sales representative, to discuss their award-winning project at Merrick Inc. in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota. The Duro-Last Sustainability Award honors projects that go above and beyond in reducing environmental impact throu...