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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 ...
Heidi J. Ellsworth named one of Oregon’s Top Women Leaders for 2026
By Jenny Yu. The honor highlights Heidi's leadership in advancing the roofing and outdoor industries. The Coffee Shops™ are proud to share that our President, Heidi J. Ellsworth, was recently recognized by Women We Admire as one of the Top Women Leaders of Oregon for 2026. The annual list ...
Build momentum at the 2026 MCA Summer Meeting
By Emma Peterson. Get industry insights, education opportunities and more this June in Rosemont, Illinois. The Metal Construction Association (MCA)’s annual summer meeting is returning to Rosemont, Illinois this June! Taking place June 23-24, 2026, this meeting is meant to help your team stay ahead with industry insights, practical education ...
Why government affairs matter to every roofing professional
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. The policies shaping the future of roofing. As I begin my service on the board of directors for the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), one of the most valuable parts of the onboarding process has been gaining a deeper understanding of the association’s government affairs efforts. While ...
Redefining what sustainability really means
By Dani Sheehan. What if your strongest sustainability program isn’t in recycling end-of-life materials, but in your company’s safety culture? The word “sustainability” has become quite a buzzword in the construction industry, with conversations quickly turning to recycled materials, waste diversion plans, fuel efficiency or environmental product declarations (EPDs). And ...
SkillsUSA immersive experience
June 2, 2026 @ 9:00 am - June 4, 2026 @ 5:00 pm EST SkillsUSA will have a new Immersive Experience- Construction this year at our annual conference NLSC(National Leadership & Skills Conference) supported by Lowe’s Foundation and Bosch Community Fund. This is for 100 SkillsUSA members that are not competitors ...
2026 UK Roofing Awards celebrate excellence across the roofing industry
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. RoofersCoffeeShop.uk joined roofing professionals from across the U.K. to celebrate award-winning craftsmanship, innovation and community. The U.K. roofing industry came together in spectacular fashion at the 2026 U.K. Roofing Awards, recognizing the projects, companies and individuals who continue to raise the bar for excellence across roofing and cladding. ...
SkillsUSA immersive experience
June 2, 2026 @ 9:00 am - June 4, 2026 @ 5:00 pm EST SkillsUSA will have a new Immersive Experience- Construction this year at our annual conference NLSC(National Leadership & Skills Conference) supported by Lowe’s Foundation and Bosch Community Fund. This is for 100 SkillsUSA members that are not competitors ...
Championing contractors at the Capitol and beyond
By Jenny Yu. NRCA leaders discuss the 2026 Roofing Day and ongoing advocacy efforts. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke with Duane Musser and Brad Stine of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) to discuss the 2026 Roofing Day in D.C. and how ongoing ...
The power of a global community
By Emma Peterson. Dirk Bollwerk talks about connecting roofers around the world and advancing the global industry. In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Dirk Bollwerk to learn about the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) and the vital work it ...
