Updating the Tariff Story
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In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth continues the conversation on steel and aluminum tariffs and explores what all of this means for contractors on the ground with industry expert Melanie A. Butler, director of trade and transportation compliance at Sherwin-Williams. From pricing volatility to supply chain slowdowns, we unpack the ripple effect these trade changes are having across the roofing industry. Learn what questions you should be asking your suppliers, how to protect your margins and why understanding where your materials come from has never mattered more. Whether...
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Stories From the Roof: JBK Commercial Roofing
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In this episode of Stories from the Roof, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Brandon Keck, president of JBK Commercial Roofing, and Scott Crowder, a manufacturers sales rep for R.S. Crowder & Associates, to learn more about their journeys in the roofing industry. With 29 years of experience in the construction industry, Brandon shares how he has helped build JBK Commercial Roofing into a trusted name for commercial and industrial solutions. Scott brings 40 years of experience in the roofing industry, from hands-on work as a roofer and contractor to his current role lending his expertise...
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Previewing the Midwest's Biggest Roofing Event
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In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Megan Ellsworth sits down with MRCA President Laurie Moore, MRCA Vice President Bill Seibert and MRCA Managing Director Rachel Pinkus to discuss the Midwest roofing industry's biggest event of the year! The 2025 MRCA Conference & Expo is headed to Schaumburg, Illinois from October 20–22 and it’s bringing together commercial and residential contractors, consultants, suppliers and innovators from across the region. In this episode, get a full preview of what to expect, from cutting-edge education and tech-driven products to exciting networking events...
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Roofer of the Month - The Third Estimate
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In the August Roofer of the Month Podcast, we are so excited to celebrate The Third Estimate in Solon, OH! Alex Tolle sits down with Tara Colopy, CEO to discuss roofing, customer care and what it means to raise the bar in home improvement. Hear how they define and deliver superior customer service on every job. 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! Follow Us! ...
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Who is QXO?
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Are you wondering what QXO’s acquisition of Beacon means for roofing contractors going forward? In this RLW, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets with Matt Fassler, Chief Strategy Officer with QXO to talk about the history and future of QXO. What direction is it heading and what could that mean for the roofing industry? From changes in distribution models to evolving expectations for service and technology, this conversation explains the big picture in a way that matters to contractors. Learn what this acquisition means for your day-to-day operations, vendor relationships and long-term business...
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RCS Influencer Randy Chaffee - July 2025
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This month's question: What steps can be taken to overcome growth plateaus and build the infrastructure needed to scale a business to the next level? 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 for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ ...
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Legal Updates and Open Q&A with Trent Cotney
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In this Coffee Conversations, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Trent Cotney of Adams & Reese for a powerful and candid discussion on the latest legal issues impacting the roofing and construction industries. From evolving tariffs and immigration policies to regulatory changes and emerging legal cases, this “Power Hour” gives contractors a rare opportunity to engage directly with Trent and Heidi as they share important updates for the industry. Listeners are encouraged to participate and ask questions while gaining insights that could help them protect and grow their businesses....
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RCS Influencer Trent Cotney - July 2025
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This month's question: What steps can be taken to overcome growth plateaus and build the infrastructure needed to scale a business to the next level? 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! Follow Us! #TrentCotney #adamsandreese #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer...
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Doing Work: A Check-in on Roofing Labor
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In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Will Lorenz from General Coatings to talk about the power of a unified voice in shaping labor and immigration policy. With the NRCA's support of the Dignity Act, the roofing industry is making a strong case to ensure roofing workers are recognized as essential and protected in future legislation. The conversation explores why roofing labor is unique, what contractors need to stay competitive, and how industry unity can influence policymakers. Listeners will also hear how the NRCA is helping contractors engage...
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Rebecca Mayo – Referrals That Keep You Roofing
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In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Rebecca Mayo, director of partnerships for gFour Marketing, as they talk about why referrals are key to long-term success, especially when business slows down, and how to build a strategy that keeps them coming in year-round. From avoiding common mistakes to turning satisfied customers into vocal promoters, this conversation covers the practical steps to make your referral system work — without sounding pushy. Tune in to find out how to measure success and keep the momentum going. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! ...
info_outlineIn this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth continues the conversation on steel and aluminum tariffs and explores what all of this means for contractors on the ground with industry expert Melanie A. Butler, director of trade and transportation compliance at Sherwin-Williams. From pricing volatility to supply chain slowdowns, we unpack the ripple effect these trade changes are having across the roofing industry. Learn what questions you should be asking your suppliers, how to protect your margins and why understanding where your materials come from has never mattered more. Whether you’re sourcing metal locally or through distribution, this episode is packed with insights to help you stay informed, competitive and ready for what’s next.
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