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What Contractors Need to Watch in 2026
In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with attorney and industry advocate Trent Cotney to discuss the major economic, legal and workforce issues shaping the roofing industry in 2026. From global events affecting fuel and material costs to tariff uncertainty and immigration enforcement, they explore ...
Gabriel Pinilla - Construyendo Comunidades Más Fuertes
En este episodio de La Voz de los Ruferos, la conductora Jessica Bravo conversa con Gabriel Pinilla, de Adams & Reese, sobre cómo la firma está empoderando a contratistas latinos y dueños de pequeñas empresas mediante asesoría legal y participación comunitaria. Gabriel comparte su inspiradora trayectoria en el ámbito legal, ...
The State of Roofing Today
In this Coffee Conversations®, Megan Ellsworth is joined by Trent Cotney of Adams & Reese for a timely discussion on the state of the roofing industry. The conversation explores how immigration policy and economic conditions are influencing labor availability, project planning and contractor decision-making. They break down the importance of ...
Building a Strong Workforce in a Changing Labor Market
In this Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Southeast Staffing Agency, Megan Ellsworth is joined by Trent Cotney, Jared Ribble and Teresa Ramirez to explore the evolving landscape of HR, recruitment and retention in today’s workforce. Panelists will discuss how organizations can identify the right talent, build strong employer brands and create ...
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 ...
Law & Mortar Podcast With Trent Cotney and John Kenney
The Law & Mortar podcast covers all things legal related to the roofing and construction industries. Check out these podcasts with Trent Cotney and John Kenney! Each episode features a discussion on issues relevant to the construction industry. Listen today!
Roscoe Green - Diversity, Growth and Leadership in 2025
In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Karen Edwards sits down with Roscoe Green of Adams & Reese to discuss what the future holds for the roofing and construction industries. With a distinguished background as a Board Certified Construction Law attorney and licensed Florida Certified General Contractor, Roscoe offers invaluable insights ...
Legal Must-knows for Roofers
In this Read Listen Watch® (RLW), join host Karen Edwards and legal expert Ashlee B. Poplin, partner at Adams & Reese with extensive experience in civil litigation and construction law, as they discuss the essential legal aspects of starting and running a roofing business. From choosing the best legal structure ...
Roofing's Take on Tariffs
Join us for this important Coffee Conversations® where experts, including Trent Cotney from Adams & Reese and Will Lorenz from General Coatings, will break down the policies, prices and pressures shaping the roofing world in light of the new administration's tariff policies. With changes happening every day, the industry is ...
Trent Cotney - Roofing and the New Presidential Administration
In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese to discuss the legal changes impacting contractors and businesses as the new presidential administration takes shape. Trent shares his history in roofing and advocacy, and how he’s working to shape policies that ...
