RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning place where the roofing industry meets for technology, information, and everyday business, creates podcasts for ongoing education, and industry information. RoofersCoffeeShop podcasts highlight interviews with roofing professionals and much more. There are four different podcast categories to choose from: Stories from the Roof, Roofing Road Trips with Heidi, Coffee Conversations, and The Heidi and Vickie Show. Sit back, relax, and listen to great stories ...
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In this Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sits down with the women in roofing who are at the forefront of technology at Tremco Construction Product Group. Shefali Power and Susan L. Kapcoe are leaders in the Tremco IT group. They share their experience of working in IT and construction for over 26 years. Find out how IT and construction are area…
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Staying Safe and Making Money in the Off Season
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards is joined by Brandon Strawder of The RIDGEPRO to re-examine roofing contractors’ approach to the traditionally slow off season. Brandon will discuss how contractors can pivot their business models and keep their technicians busy yet safe, which is always the priority. In the past, safety meant s…
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Nailing Down the Essentials of Wood Nailers & Alternatives
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In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Karen Edwards sits down with Eric Younkin, leader of the product and engineered services team for Carlisle Architectural Metals (CAM), to discuss the often-overlooked world of nailers, an essential component for roofing perimeter systems that impacts the overall security and resilience of a building. Learn about…
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Spreading Cheer Through Cause Marketing in Roofing
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In this festive episode of Roofing Road Trips, host Heidi J. Ellsworth dives into the heartwarming world of cause marketing and its role in the roofing industry. Learn how businesses can spread holiday cheer while making a meaningful impact in their communities. Discover inspiring stories and practical tips on giving back, building connections, and…
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Building a Community for Latino Roofers
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In this Coffee Conversations, we speak with Amparo Sancen, the founder of Latinos En Roofing, Jaqueline Sancen, marketing and events for Latinos En Roofing and Itzel Najera of RoofersCoffeeShop, to discuss the challenges and successes of Latino contractors in the roofing industry. Amparo shares her journey from facing business obstacles to building…
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Pam Torrey – Maximize Every Lead With Personalization
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In this Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi sits down with Pam Torrey to discuss the ever-changing landscape of lead generation in the roofing industry. With increased competition and evolving consumer expectations, it’s more important than ever to make each lead count. During the conversation, the two explore strategies for boosting lead quality, building …
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Welcome to People Make Roofing, a call to action led by McCormack Partners and RoofersCoffeeShop®. We're tackling the industry's biggest challenges, from outdated misconceptions to the widening skills gap. Our mission? To show the next generation the true potential of roofing—including the diverse opportunities, endless growth possibilities and a c…
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Reinventing roof coatings with Storm Breaker
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In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Karen Edwards welcomes Shane Millwood, VP of sales for BITEC, to discuss the recent transformation at the company as they consolidate their roof coatings lines under the innovative Storm Breaker brand. We’ll explore the reasons behind the transition, the benefits for the sales team and customers, and what this m…
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Leak-free Solution for Meeting Codes
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In this Roofing Road Trips episode, Karen Edwards welcomes Kevin Morris from Tubos to dive into the fascinating journey of an innovator who has been reshaping the roofing industry since 2009. With zero warranty claims, universal compatibility with all major roofing systems and nationwide distribution, this unique roofing product has become the go-t…
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Acquisition Frenzy! Where is the Industry Going?
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Join us for this episode of Coffee Conversations, sponsored by IB Roof Systems, as we explore the good, the bad and the ugly of corporate acquisitions. Our distinguished panel includes: Ron Harriman, Reid Ribble, Brian Whelan, Ed Krusec and Jason Stanley. They discusses why acquisitions happen and how they can affect a business depending on how the…
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Ashley Garcia and Kevin Carfa – Enhancing Efficiency and Accuracy in Roofing
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards meets with Ashley Garcia and Kevin Carfa to discuss the latest innovation from SRS Distribution, the Roof Hub Estimator. This powerful new tool is set to revolutionize the way roofing professionals approach project estimates, combining precision, flexibility and integration within the Roof Hub d…
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Katy Rebernak & Alexandra Bohannon - Building Trust in Roofing Tech
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In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Katy Rebernak from Beacon Building Products and Alexandra Bohannon from Leap to discuss how their new partnership is transforming the roofing industry. Roofing professionals often face concerns about digital ordering, particularly with the reliability of digital systems. This ep…
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Aaron Gould – Mass Timber Moisture Management
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth is joined by Aaron Gould, Director of Mass Timber at VaproShield, to discuss their innovative SlopeShield membrane and it’s uses in mass timber construction. Aaron gives Megan an overview of mass timber construction and tells us why SlopeShield is perfect for this building style. He also share…
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November 2024 RCS Influencer Response - Wendy Marvin
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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/ https://www.linkedin.c…
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Rachel Hoover & Morgan Thiel – The Montana Roofing Expo 2025
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In this Roofing Road Trips®, Alex Tolle sits down with Rachel Hoover and Morgan Thiel of Montana Roofing Association to discuss all things 2025 Montana Roofing Expo! This event is set to be the year’s ultimate gathering for roofing professionals. Tune in to learn about the exclusive training sessions, industry-leading seminars and hands-on experien…
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November 2024 RCS Influencer Response - Trent Cotney
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People Make Roofing - Kyle and Campbell Thomas
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Welcome to People Make Roofing, a call to action led by McCormack Partners and RoofersCoffeeShop®. We're tackling the industry's biggest challenges, from outdated misconceptions to the widening skills gap. Our mission? To show the next generation the true potential of roofing—including the diverse opportunities, endless growth possibilities and a c…
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What's Next in Roofing? 2024 Trends Uncovered!
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Join us for an engaging Coffee Conversation webinar, sponsored by Beacon Building Products, featuring an exclusive look into the 2024 Trends Report. We’ll dive into the key industry shifts and emerging trends that will shape the roofing world in the coming year. Our panel of experts will share insights on evolving market demands, advances in roofin…
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Melissa Dunson – Who is Central States Manufacturing?
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In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Megan R. Ellsworth talks with Melissa Dunson to discuss the biggest metal manufacturer you might not have heard of: Central States Manufacturing! You could be using their metal without even knowing it! As a producer of metal roofing, siding and packages for buildings of all kinds, they have strived to make ravin…
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Selling Total Cost of Ownership to Property Owners
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Description: A new roof is a big investment. Roofers should be able to help both homeowners and commercial property owners account for the lifecycle of the materials they choose, durability and performance attributes, aesthetics over time and warranty to truly explain the total cost of ownership of a roof. In this RLW, join roofer Jason Totin, pres…
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Craig Jones – The Future of Financing: Universal Credit Application
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Craig Jones, head of FinTech at Leap, to show off the company’s newest innovative feature, the Universal Credit Application. Craig explains what makes this so innovative and how it simplifies the lending process for both contractors and their customers. They discuss how their new …
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In the November 2024 of Roofer of the Month podcast, host Alex Tolle sits down with Carlos Rodriguez, CEO of Mr. Roofing, a top-rated San Francisco roofing company serving the community since 1989. Carlos shares the company’s origin story and how it has grown into a trusted name in roofing by focusing on stress-free, affordable, and guaranteed serv…
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Kristin and Tony Case – Vetting the Vetters
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips Megan Ellsworth joins Kristin and Tony Case of Hi-Peak Staffing Solutions about how to vet the specialized recruiter who is vetting your possible new hire. This crucial step in working with a recruiter ensures you partner with someone who will effectively represent you. Whether you're a job seeker or an employe…
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Monica Vornbrock and Melissa Chapman – Overcoming Contractor Challenges in 2024
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Join host Heidi Ellsworth for a special live episode of Roofing Road Trips streaming from the Western Roofing Expo in Las Vegas. Heidi sits down with Melissa Chapman and Monica Vornbrock of The GLO Group to explore the common challenges contractors are facing in 2024. Learn how The GLO Group helps contractors achieve tangible results to help overco…
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Unlocking the Secrets of Copper Roofs
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Description: In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, we enter into the world of copper roofing with guests Mark Hubbard, president of Turner Morris Commercial Services, and Josh Yandle, co-owner of Umbrella Roofing. Josh discusses the warmth, beauty and durability of copper, highlighting its versatility in roofing styles and how it gracefully patin…
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A Roofing Life for Second Chance Citizens
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Join us for a special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. (WTI), a division of Tremco, to celebrate the ELEVATE 2nd Chance program, a key part of WTI's RISE initiative. This pioneering effort focuses on providing formerly incarcerated individuals with education, skill development, and career pathways in roofing and…
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In this special live episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Abby Feinstein of CertainTeed joins Heidi J. Ellsworth at the Western Roofing Expo (WRE) to celebrate the 21st anniversary of Flintlastic SA®. That’s over two decades of excellence that Flintlastic self-adhered modified asphalt roofing has been delivering to contractors and building owners. From …
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The Roofer's Playbook - Utilizing Software to Transform Roof Deficiency Detection
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In this Read Listen Watch Karen Edwards is joined by Greenwood Industries Executive Vice President Joe Jolicoeur, Best Roofing Forensic Roof Specialist Jordan Litt, Sr. and Jobba Trade Technologies Senior Account Executive Zach Carpenter to discuss the importance of documenting inspections, service calls and maintenance visits on every job. This is…
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Certified Success: Roofing's Next Chapter
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sits down with two incredible guests: Estefani Albright, the first woman to achieve the NRCA PROCertification®, and Jared Ribble, Vice President of Certification at the National Roofing Contractors Association. Together, they discuss the significance of the NRCA PROCertification program and ho…
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Megan Ellsworth talks with Dean Curtis, CEO of Ingage about the generational gaps in app use and best practices when it comes to communication. This is a complicated topic as Boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z all share a workspace now and Gen Alpha is joining the workforce in roughly four years. Dean is pa…
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Influencer Response: Randy Chaffee - Recruiting in Metal
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Kyrah Coker, Sara Donneys & Tim Wyka – Empowering the Future of Roofing
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth speaks with Kyrah Coker, a member of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) DEI Committee, Sara Donneys, a proud recipient of the Empower All Scholarship and Tim Wyka, President of Mile Square Roofing. Together, they discuss the impact of the Empower All Scholarship program, its r…
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Gary Howes, R.J. Radobenko, Steve Little - U.S. Roofers Compete on the World Stage
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Gary Howes, Steve Little, and R.J. Radobenko to discuss their journey in bringing the first-ever U.S. team to the International Federation for the Roofing Trades (IFD) competition. They explore the challenges and excitement of preparing their teams for this prestigious event…
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Honoring Hispanic Heritage in Roofing
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Join us for a special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Johns Manville, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month on October 10, 2024 at 7 a.m. PT / 10 a.m. ET. We’ll be exploring the rich contributions of Hispanic and Latino professionals to the roofing industry. Our panel of industry experts will discuss the importance of diversity, share person…
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Joe Redd – Roofing Safely Through Effective Training
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Joe Redd, safety director for The Durable Slate Company. They dive into the importance of training in the roofing industry, emphasizing the need for comprehensive safety education. Joe shares insights on how The Durable Slate Company ensures that all employees receive the n…
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Sam Beiler, John Kenney, Jason Reisman – Using Equipment in Recruiting
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards is joined by Sam Beiler from Equipter, John Kenney from Cotney Consulting Group and Jason Reisman of Eustis Roofing to discuss how investments in equipment can be used to recruit top talent in the roofing industry. Our panel lays out the challenges contractors encounter when recruiting as well a…
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Jacqui Brueggeman – Free Your Time and Build Your Business
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On this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Karen Edwards is joined by Jacqui Brueggeman of ABC Supply to discuss how contractors can leverage marketing to differentiate themselves from the competition. They explore the key role of marketing in contractor businesses and the strategies that drive success. Choosing the right partner to help with your mark…
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Coffee Conversations LIVE From WRE 2024!
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You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by General Coatings, coming to you LIVE from the Western Roofing Expo! Join us on day one of the show, Monday, September 30, 2024, at 2 p.m. P.T., as we meet with industry leaders and experts from the western region of the U.S. Guests include manufacturers, distributors and leading…
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OCT 2024 Roofer of the Month - Bliss Roofing
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In the October episode of Roofer of the Month, host Alex Tolle shines a spotlight on Bliss Roofing, a family-operated enterprise with a legacy spanning over five decades. Bliss Roofing is renowned in the Portland Metro area for its expertise in residential roofing, handling projects from re-roofing to new construction. The company excels in install…
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Cool Coatings: Combating Urban Heat Islands
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In this RLW, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Lauren Rogers of Sherwin-Williams to discuss cool coatings. Cool coatings represent a transformative solution in construction, designed to combat urban heat islands and enhance building energy efficiency. These coatings utilize advanced materials and reflective pigments to minimize heat absorption from…
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In this Coffee Conversations, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets up with the experts at GAF to discuss how they support roofing contractors as they navigate an ever-changing insurance industry. Through education, resources, and services such as GAF ScopeConnectSM, GAF is helping contractors who have not typically done insurance work add this offering to thei…
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Robert McManus, CFO of Mid-South Roof Systems, about the payroll challenges roofing contractors (or any contractor) face when employees frequently move between multiple job sites. Traditional methods, such as paper timesheets and punch cards, are prone to errors, delays and incr…
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards chats with Tracey Donels of Service First Solutions about the often-untapped wealth of revenue found in roofing companies that have a dedicated service department. While many companies hesitate, fearing the complexity and potential challenges, Tracey will discuss how ongoing maintenance and repa…
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Moisture Control: What you Need to Know
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Dan Clancy to discuss the challenge of controlling moisture in a roofing assembly. The conversation introduces SlopeShield® Plus SA, a game-changing, permeable vapor retarder roofing membrane designed to integrate seamlessly into your roofing assembly. Dan teaches us what permeabl…
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Coffee Conversations - Future-proof Your Business: Strategic Succession Planning
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In this Coffee Conversations, we dive into the essential strategies for securing the future of your roofing business through effective succession planning. Whether you’re a family-owned company or a large organization, planning for leadership transitions is critical for maintaining stability and growth. Our expert panel, moderated by Heidi J. Ellsw…
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Unlocking Potential With Individual Coaching Services
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On this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with the founders of The GLO Group, Monica Vornbrock and Melissa Chapman. They discuss how their personalized coaching services, certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), help individuals unlock their full potential, develop goals and implement changes for personal and …
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