Announcements
QXO appoints Michael DeWitt as chief procurement officer
Spearheading the adoption of next-generation procurement technologies, including autonomous negotiation systems and AI-powered sourcing tools. QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO) today announced that Michael DeWitt has been appointed chief procurement officer, effective immediately. DeWitt will lead the company’s procurement transformation as QXO scales to become the tech-enabled leader in the $800 billion ...
Who is QXO?
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 ...
Legal Updates and Open Q&A with Trent Cotney
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 ...
Growing Your Business with Gutters
In this MetalTalk, Heidi Ellsworth visits with Tim MacVeigh with Tru-Seam Metal Solutions to explore how roofing and exterior contractors can expand their offerings by adding gutters to their remodeling business. From boosting revenue and offering complete exterior packages to streamlining installation workflows, gutters are a natural fit that meet ...
Roofers United Presents: Aspire Higher Roofers Summit 2025
Date: July 18 - 19, 2025 | Location: 500 Cowan St, Nashville, TN 37207 With Special Guest Reid Ribble! Get Ready to Pivot, Prosper, and Prepare for the Future of Roofing. The Aspire Higher Roofers Summit is not another rah-rah event—it’s a high-impact experience for serious roofing company ...
Securing the Roof’s Edge
In this Read Listen Watch® (RLW), Megan R. Ellsworth sits down with Hickman Edge System's Director of Private Label and OEM, Jason Hildenbrand, to talk about the unsung hero of wind uplift protection, edge metal. They’ll explore why roof edges are the most vulnerable part of a system, how ...
Exploring EPDM Roofing Solutions
Join us for a special Lunch & Learn with Johns Manville, where we dive into the world of EPDM roofing with expert Kevin Roepe. Hosted by Karen Edwards, this session breaks down the fundamentals of EPDM — what it is, how it's evolved and where it fits in today’s commercial ...
You are invited to participate in the Q2 2025 Market Index Survey for Reroofing
Survey Closes Monday, July 14th You are receiving this email because you previously submitted a response to the Market Index Survey for Reroofing. The Q2 2025 survey is now open and we need your input on current business conditions. The survey will remain open through Monday, July 14, 2025. To complete the ...
The 2025 MCA Design Awards
Deadline for entries: Friday, July 11, at 11:59 pm CDT The MCA Design Awards Program offers a unique opportunity to showcase your products to the design community. Entries highlight some of the most innovative and inspiring projects in today’s architectural landscape. Winning projects receive prominent exposure through the MCA website, social ...
Join together for Central Texas Flood Relief
When disaster strikes, every act of kindness counts. The recent catastrophic flooding in Kerr County and other parts of Central Texas has left devastating destruction in its wake, with homes lost and lives forever changed. SRS Raise the Roof Foundation and Heritage Cares believe in the power of collective action ...
