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Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3)
Roofing Technology Think Tank opens nominations for 2026 Innovator of the Year Award
The award recognizes a roofing contractor who has demonstrated a commitment to technology and the advancement of the roofing industry. Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), a 501c6 association focused on technology education and the advancement of technology solutions for the roofing industry, announced that it has opened the nomination period for ...
Roofing Technology Think Tank announces Brad Strawbridge as new board member
The board supports the RT3 mission and leads the organization in its efforts to educate and advance technology in the roofing industry. Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), a group of progressive roofing professionals focused on technology solutions for the roofing industry, announced Brad Strawbridge, founder & CEO of Capital City ...
Celebrating student talent and careers in the skilled trades
By Jenny Yu. The SkillsUSA 2026 Championship will connect students, educators, contractors and manufacturers through hands-on skilled trades competitions. After a year of honing their skills and participating in local competitions, students from across the country are set to compete at the culminating event: the SkillsUSA 2026 Championship. Taking ...
Invaluable training from an industry expert
By Emma Peterson. Learn from John Kenney’s decades of experience and insights through Cotney Consulting Group’s accessible online training programs! Through our work reporting on the world of roofing, The Coffee Shops™ crew get the chance to talk to experts and leaders from all across the industry. One ...
4 practical takeaways on what AI use looks like in practice
By The Coffee Shops™. From marketing to operations, AI is beginning to reshape how roofing companies work — but success depends on how it’s used. On the final morning of International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2026, a packed room of contractors, manufacturers and industry professionals gathered early for a timely conversation ...
Capital City Roofing Licensing Platform expands into Charleston, South Carolina with Blake Grissom & Revive Roofing & Exteriors
Charleston expansion pairs Golden Door-winning sales leadership with Capital City Roofing’s growth platform, certifications and operating systems. Capital City Roofing today announced its expansion into the Charleston, South Carolina market through the company’s Capital City Roofing Licensing Platform, launching a new market presence in partnership with Blake Grissom of Revive Roofing ...
Sharing the industry’s stories, feeling the momentum
From packed aisles and live demonstrations to soundstage interviews and meaningful conversations, WOC 2026 showcased the innovation and heart of the industry. World of Concrete (WOC) 2026 defined the scale and energy of the construction trades coming together this year. Our crew had the unique opportunity to be present at ...
Innovation, education and the momentum moving the industry forward
Across the show floor, soundstage interviews and educational sessions, IRE 2026 made it clear that the roofing industry is not standing still. While community defines the heart of the International Roofing Expo (IRE), innovation defines its pace. From AI-driven tools and smarter products to immersive booths and hands-on demonstrations, our ...
Innovación, educación y el impulso que mueve a la industria hacia adelante
En todo el piso de exhibición, las entrevistas en el escenario y las sesiones educativas, IRE 2026 dejó en claro que la industria del techado no se está quedando quieta. Mientras la comunidad define el corazón de la International Roofing Expo (IRE), la innovación define su ritmo. Desde herramientas impulsadas ...
Compartiendo las historias de la industria y sintiendo el impulso
Desde pasillos llenos y demostraciones en vivo hasta entrevistas en el set y conversaciones significativas, WOC 2026 mostró la innovación y el corazón de la industria. World of Concrete (WOC) 2026 definió la escala y energía de los oficios de la construcción que se reunieron este año. Nuestro equipo ...
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