Diving into QXO’s acquisition of Beacon

By Emma Peterson. 

Join QXO’s Matt Fassler and Heidi J. Ellsworth for a candid conversation about the Beacon acquisition, contractor support and the evolution of roofing distribution. 

In March 2025, the biggest news in the roofing industry was that Beacon Building Products, which had over 600 branches at that point, was getting acquired by QXO. Now, a few months later, we are taking a deep dive into what this transition means for roofing contractors. To get the full picture, Heidi J. Ellsworth will be sitting down with Matt Fassler, the chief strategy officer with QXO, for an episode of Read Listen Watch (RLW)® on July 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. PT (2:00 p.m. ET).  

Their conversation will focus on who QXO is, as their operations span different industries including distribution and manufacturing. From supply chain management tools to customer-centric operations and modernization efforts, these varying operations have taught the QXO team how to build and maintain multibillion dollar companies. Matt will share insights into how they are taking those lessons and expertise forward in the building products industry to create better contractor experiences.  

Additionally, the duo will discuss the why behind QXO’s move into the building and roofing industry; what they have done so far; and where they want to go. From helping individual contractors’ operations to creating a more supportive roofing supply industry, QXO has big plans that they have already put into motion.  

For anyone in the roofing industry, this is a must-attend event that will help you understand the changes in distribution models and evolving expectations for service and technology that this acquisition brought forward.  

Don’t miss this chance to stay ahead of one of the most talked-about shifts in roofing and register today!