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North / East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA)
In memoriam: John Madden
We regret to announce the passing of John Madden, longtime NERCA Member and owner of John Henry Roofing. John “Sean” Madden of Brighton, formerly Tuam, County Galway, Ireland, passed away on June 6, 2026, surrounded by the spirit of his family’s love. He was born on June 11, 1943, to the ...
Advocating for better outcomes with associations
RCS Influencer Aaron Weinstein says change doesn't happen overnight, but associations are a mechanism for driving change in the day to day. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Aaron Weinstein of Terial. You can Read the interview below, Listen to the podcast or Watch the ...
In memoriam: Thomas Walczak
We regret to announce the passing of Thomas Walczak, longtime owner of Roof Management Consultants, Inc. and Roof Accessories, Inc. Thomas William Walczak (Tom) 79, of Norfolk, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully, on April 30, 2026. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, on November 2, 1946, Tom was the son of Elizabeth Robertson and ...
Small but mighty: NERCA annual convention delivers big impact
By Jenny Yu. Strong attendance and meaningful conversations defined this year’s event in Connecticut. The North East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) 98th Annual Convention and Trade Show brought energy and engagement to Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, where contractors, manufacturers and industry leaders gathered for education and connection. Karen ...
Innovative roofing solution turns heads at industry expo
By Jesse Sanchez. Durable, beautiful and storm-resistant, this roofing material is turning heads for a reason. Contractors, manufacturers and roofing professionals from across the Northeast gathered at the Northeast Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) Expo, but one company in particular caught the eye of attendees and industry insiders alike. Brava Roof ...
NERCA 98th Annual Roofing Convention & Trade Show
February 10-11, 2026 | Mohegan Sun | Uncasville, CT A NERCA Trade Show is the exhibition component of the North/East Roofing Contractors Association’s annual convention, bringing together roofing contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and service providers from across the Northeast. Held alongside educational sessions and networking events, the trade show floor gives attendees ...
Connect, learn and grow at NERCA’s 98th annual convention
By Emma Peterson. Don’t miss the chance to attend one of the biggest regional trade shows in the U.S. The North/East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) will be hosting their 98th annual Roofing Convention and Trade Show at the beginning of February! The show, which is sponsored by ABC Supply ...
Battery power and bots: How smart tools are reshaping roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. Automation and AI-driven tools are quietly transforming rooftops, one battery pack at a time. While the North East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) convention in Atlantic City was filled with the usual camaraderie and community spirit, it was the rise of smart tools and labor-saving tech that truly ...
Utilizing integrations and AI to improve customer experience
By Jenny Yu. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, Leap continues to grow its platform and impact with technology innovations. At the North East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) show in March 2025, Farith Odar, sales manager at Leap, spoke with Karen Edwards at The Coffee Shops™ Sound Stage ...
[AI REV] - John Peck - NERCA’s Evolving Vision - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with John Peck, co-founder of PB Roofing and the incoming 2025 President of the North East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA). You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast. Intro: Welcome to Roofing Road Trips, the podcast that ...
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