April 2026 Roofer of the Month - River City Roofing
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In this April 2026 Roofer of the Month podcast, host Alex Tolle sits down with Tim Garrison, founder and president of River City Roofing Company Inc., to explore what it takes to build a respected roofing business rooted in craftsmanship, trust and long-term relationships. Tim shares the story behind the company’s growth, his leadership philosophy and how River City Roofing approaches residential and commercial projects with consistency and pride. The conversation highlights the importance of team culture, community involvement and delivering quality...
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The Profit Protection Playbook for Contractors
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In this Read Listen Watch®, Megan Ellsworth is joined by Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese to break down how roofing companies should view their legal department not as overhead but as a driver of profitability. They explore how risk mitigation protects the gap between gross revenue and true take-home profit, along with the core documents every company and jobsite manager should have ready, from contracts to safety and employee manuals. The session outlines best practices for contract formation, key clauses for pricing and timelines, smart...
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Q1 Reality Check: Hiring for Roofing in 2026
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Kristen Case of Hi-Peak Staffing to explore why many roofing companies struggle to keep up with hiring demands. They break down the difference between a traditional recruiter and a true strategic hiring partner, and when it makes sense to bring one in. Kristen shares what contractors should look for in a partner, how proactive workforce planning can prevent costly talent gaps, and the unique strategies an outside expert can deliver. Tune in to learn how the right hiring approach can help roofing businesses stay...
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Metal Roofing Certification That Pays Off
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Western States Metal Roofing General Manager, Ray Kimble, to discuss why training and certification are becoming essential for contractors looking to grow in the metal roofing market. They explore the challenges contractors face when transitioning from traditional roofing to metal and how structured training can build both installation expertise and sales confidence. The conversation highlights WSMR’s certification program and how it helps contractors better understand metal systems, communicate value to homeowners...
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Insurance Market Volatility Influencer Response with Trent Cotney!
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April 2026 Influencer Topic: Insurance Market Volatility Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Sign up for the Week in Roofing! Learn more about Trent and his company here! Follow Us! #AdamsandReese #adamsandreese #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry
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Stories From the Roof: Jennilee Common
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In this episode of Stories from the Roof, host Megan Ellsworth is joined by Jenilee Common, the recently appointed Chief Executive Officer of Erie Home, to discuss her journey in the home improvement and roofing industries. With over 20 years of leadership experience spanning global organizations like Owens Corning and Eaton Corporation, Jenilee shares the vision driving Erie Home’s next stage of growth. Listen as she reflects on lessons from building multi-billion-dollar divisions, the impact of hands-on expertise in customer service and her...
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Rebuilding for Resilience: Learning from California’s Rebuild
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards talks with Tim Brown of Westlake Royal Building Products and Josh Smith of J.N. Davis Roofing about rebuilding after the devastating Southern California wildfires. With communities like Pacific Palisades and Altadena beginning to recover, contractors and manufacturers are working together to help homeowners rebuild with stronger, more fire-resilient materials. Tim shares how Westlake Royal Building Products’ Unified Steel stone-coated steel roofing is supporting these efforts while Josh provides a contractor’s perspective from the...
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Built on Data: AI’s Next Chapter in Roofing
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In this Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by SRS Distribution, Megan Ellsworth is joined by industry leaders to break down what artificial intelligence (AI) really means for roofing contractors and suppliers. Patrick Garcia of SRS Distribution, Fred Castonguay of Reworked.AI and Denver Riggleman of Riggleman Information and Intelligence Group (RIIG) explore how AI moves beyond automation into strategy, security and long-term competitiveness. The conversation tackles responsible adoption, team...
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Stories from the Roof with Anthony Walsh of DuraShield Roofing & Contracting
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In this episode of Stories From the Roof, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Anthony Walsh, president of DuraShield Roofing & Contracting, to talk about the drive, discipline and long-term commitment behind building a respected roofing company from the ground up. Since founding DuraShield in 2003, Anthony has led the company’s growth into a full-service operation serving residential homes, apartment communities, condo associations, office complexes and hotels across Wisconsin and Illinois. His leadership is rooted in a clear...
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Market Signals Across the Roofing Industry
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with industry leaders to unpack the latest findings from the Market Index Survey for Reroofing. Created and maintained by a coalition of industry trade associations representing contractors, consultants and manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada, the Market Index Survey for Reroofing takes the pulse of the reroofing industry on a quarterly basis and serves as a regular barometer of the industry’s business conditions. Heidi is joined by McKay Daniels, CEO at the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), and Brian...
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