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MCA advances technical leadership, expands market opportunities and builds momentum for 2026
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. The MCA Summer Meeting will drive innovation, education and industry growth. As members of the Metal Construction Association (MCA) gather for their Summer Meeting, the conversations reflect an industry that continues to evolve with purpose. From technical education and market development to workforce recognition and major events, MCA ...
METALCON introduces new Design District programming for 2026
Education lineup connects industry shifts with real-world metal design decisions. As architects and design professionals face growing pressure to make smarter decisions about carbon, code compliance, material performance and long-term resilience, METALCON is expanding its Design District programming for 2026 with a new education lineup centered on the issues shaping today's ...
SkillsUSA 2026 destaca a la próxima generación de profesionales del roofing
Por The Coffee Shops.™ El roofing encontró energía, talento e impulso en el evento de este año. La industria del roofing tuvo una destacada participación en SkillsUSA 2026, y la conclusión fue clara: la próxima generación de profesionales de los oficios especializados está lista para incorporarse al mundo laboral. Celebrado ...
Building stronger roofing leaders starts in the field
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. ARCA and NRCA training helps roofing foremen and supervisors build practical leadership skills. There is a growing recognition across the roofing industry that leadership development cannot wait until someone reaches the executive level. It has to start in the field, where foremen and supervisors are guiding crews ...
SkillsUSA 2026 highlights roofing’s next generation
By The Coffee Shops.™ Roofing found energy, talent and momentum at this year’s event. The roofing industry made a strong showing at SkillsUSA 2026, and the takeaway was clear: the next generation of skilled tradespeople is ready to get to work. Held during the National Leadership & Skills Conference ...
Veterans find new opportunities through roofing training
By GAF. Tuition-free roofing education programs are helping military veterans transition into stable careers while supporting workforce development across the industry. GAF is helping address two ongoing challenges at once: the roofing industry’s demand for skilled labor and the difficult transition many military veterans face when entering civilian careers. Through ...
ATAS directors complete leadership development program
At ATAS, investing in people is a top priority and we are proud to support the professional development of our employees. ATAS International, Inc. is proud to recognize two outstanding leaders who recently completed the six-month leadership development program through the Manufacturers Resource Center’s Manufacturing Leadership Institute. In 2006, Manufacturers Resource Center ...
Level up your knowledge of polymeric roofing systems this August
By Alex Tolle, The Coffee Shops™. If you are looking to sharpen your skills and stay current on today’s most widely used roofing systems, there is a great opportunity coming up this summer. The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) is hosting the next course in its Roofing Practice Series on ...
Workforce Pell Program could strengthen roofing’s workforce pipeline
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. New Workforce Pell Grants could help roofing contractors recruit, train and grow the next generation of skilled workers. A long-supported workforce initiative championed by the roofing industry is moving closer to reality and it could provide meaningful opportunities for contractors looking to build stronger crews for the ...
GAF trains dozens of Baltimore residents for careers in roofing with free program
GAF has 30 manufacturing locations across the country, including in Baltimore, where it has been a dedicated part of the local community for nearly 60 years. GAF, North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, recently hosted a GAF Roofing Academy in Baltimore, successfully training more than 80 local residents during a ...
