Industry Leader of the Year, Associate of the Year and Golden Hammer Award winners honored at the 25th Annual NTRCA Rondi Perry Awards Banquet.

The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) – a regional association whose mission is to serve roofing professional members promoting ethical standards, insights, innovation and education – hosted its annual NTRCA Awards Banquet on February 28, 2026, at The Statler Hotel in Dallas, marking the 25th year of celebrating the North Texas roofing community. During the event, the association announced its 2026 Board of Directors and recognized this year’s award recipients.

The winners of the annual Industry Leader of the Year and Associate of the Year were announced and honored for their significant contributions to the North Texas roofing industry. Past award recipients meet annually to select each year’s new honorees, continuing a tradition of peer recognition and industry excellence.

The Industry Leader of the Year honor, the association's most prestigious recognition, was awarded to Tina Hall, chief executive officer of Joe Hall Roofing & Contracting. The Associate of the Year honor was awarded to Karen Ensley, partner with Ensley Benitez Law PC.

In a special tribute during the evening, several board members from 25 years ago, led by then-president Sandra McGlothlin of Empire Holdings, raised a toast to the late Rondi Perry, who established the Awards Banquet to recognize and celebrate excellence in the North Texas roofing industry.

The 2026 NTRCA board members were also sworn in during the NTRCA Awards Banquet. The 2026 board members include:

• President: Chris Arrington – Arrington Roofing Co. Inc.
• Past President: Bret Foster – Bret Foster Roofing Inc.
• President-Elect: Jimmy Porch – Myriad Roofing & Waterproofing
• Treasurer: Chase Walker – GAF
• Anthony Applegate – Banner Roofing & Construction LLC
• Ida Buttarazzi-Meals – CertainTeed
• Evan Fitts – IKO
• Randy Hurtado – DT Roofing
• Travis Jones – Smart Roof Texas LLC
• Miranda Lisman – ABC supply
• Justin Minor – QXO
• Renee Urso – Roof Technology Partners
• Jeremiah Valentine – Malarkey Roofing Products
• Kirk Scott – Scott Exteriors
• Karen Ensley – Ensley Benitez Law PC
• Kristin Lonergan – Champion Commercial Insurance

Additionally, Golden Hammer Award winners were recognized. Contractor members submit top projects in a variety of residential and commercial roofing categories in the Fall. The applications are then reviewed by experts in each category who identify the top projects to receive Golden Hammer Awards.

The Golden Hammer Awards celebrate exceptional projects that exemplify craftsmanship, innovation, safety and solutions to unique logistical challenges. This year’s recipients were:

Residential Project Winners

• Infinite Roofing: The Justice Residence Project
• Infinite Roofing: The Fudge Project
• Tom Drake Roofing: The Pulp Fiction Project

Commercial Project Winners

• Anchor Roofing Systems: The DFW Area Psychiatric Hospital
• KPost Roofing & Waterproofing: The National Medal of Honor Museum
• Supreme Roofing: DFW Terminal A Roof Replacement

Residential Community Service Winners

• Brettco Roofing: St. Barbara’s Catholic Church
• PROCO Roofing: Trinity Habitat
• PROCO Roofing: Sandy Lake Project

Commercial Community Service Winner

• Paradigm Roof+Shield: Red, White and Roof Veterans Giveaway

Residential Metal Winners

• Absolute Construction: Absolute Excellence on Cedar Creek Lake
• PROCO Roofing: The Mount Gilead Project
• Scott Exteriors: The Lake Highlands Standing Seam Project

Commercial Metal Winners

• Anchor Roofing Systems: Deloitte University NW 1 Building
• Texas Roof Management: Frisco Central Fire Station
• Zenith Roofing & Waterproofing: 8080 North Central Expressway

Residential Tile Winners

• Joe Hall Roofing and Contracting: The Spanish Style Home
• Ramon Roofing: The Canterbury Project
• The Velco Group: Cressman Chateau Du Lac

Specialty Residential Winners

• Absolute Construction: 15-Year Davinci Anniversary Home
• Joe Hall Roofing and Contracting: EDCO ArrowLine Slate Estate
• Paradigm Roof+Shield: Pecan Island Brava Shake Job

Residential Innovations Winners

• Bert Roofing: Park Lane Dilbeck Cedar Roof Restoration
• D. Bassett Roofing & Renovation: The Fordyce Project
• Greenleaf Roofing: Tour 18 Estates Euroshield Hail Proof System
• Paradigm Roof+Shield: Project Solstice Savannah: A CertainTeed Solar Innovation

Commercial Innovations Winners

• Arrington Roofing Co. Inc.: St. Paul United Methodist Church
• Joe Hall Roofing & Contracting: Arborlawn United Methodist Church

The NTRCA continues to celebrate innovation and craftsmanship, setting the standard for roofing excellence across North Texas. Congratulations to all winners and honorees for their outstanding contributions to the roofing industry!

Sponsors for this year’s Annual NTRCA Awards Banquet included: SRS Building Products as lead sponsor, and specialty sponsors QXO, GAF, Supreme Roofing, RCAT, IB Roof Systems, CertainTeed, Springtree Restoration, IKO, Unity Insurance Partners, Owens Corning Sales, Empire Holdings, Polyglass USA, Boyd Shackelford Barnett & Dixon, Ensley Benitez Law PC, Roofers Going Digital, Georgia-Pacific, Malarkey Roofing Products and TAMKO Building Products.

About North Texas Roofing Contractors Association

The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) is a resource for professional roofing contractors and associates working and doing business in North Texas. NTRCA also serves as a resource for individuals and businesses looking for qualified and competent roofing contractors. Roofing professionals must meet NTRCA eligibility requirements and agree to adhere to the NTRCA code of ethics to be members of the organization. NTRCA provides educational training sessions, mentoring, networking and community service opportunities for its members. For more information, please visit www.ntrca.com.

By North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA). 

NTRCA’s bowling event offered networking opportunities, friendly competition and seasonal festivities for attendees. 

The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) brought the local industry together for a festive year-end celebration on December 11, 2025, hosting members and guests for a bowling social at Bowlounge Dallas. The event welcomed professionals from across the roofing community, including partners from the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) and Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (RCAT), for an evening focused on connection, camaraderie and celebrating shared success in the North Texas market. 

Designed to blend networking with holiday fun, the gathering featured friendly competition on the lanes, seasonal food and drinks and plenty of opportunities to reconnect with colleagues. From spirited bowling matchups to lively conversations, the night captured the energy and unity that define NTRCA and its commitment to strengthening relationships throughout the regional roofing industry. 

Giving back with Toys for Tots 

Thank you to everyone participating in our Toys for Tots drive! Together, we collected over 100 toys and donated $1,700. We’re proud to make a difference in our community alongside our members and partners. 

Most Festive Contest winners  

• 1st place - Kiki Fuller 
• 2nd place - Will Greer 
• 3rd place - Sidney Curtis 

Bowling winners - 5:45 p.m. session  

• 1st place - Reese Arrington  
• 2nd place - Chris Arrington 
• 3rd place - Reagan Cross 

Bowling winners - 7:00 p.m. session  

• 1st place - Sidney Curtis 
• 2nd place - Chad Davis 
• 3rd place - Toni Kuncl  

Thank you to our sponsors 

This event wouldn’t have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. Thank you for helping us create such a fun and meaningful night for our members: 

• 838 Coatings 
• Calhoun Law Firm 
• Dataforma
• Fisher Roofing Company 
• GAF
• Inland Coatings 
• In The Dry 
• KAW Roofing 
• Malarkey Roofing Products
• MFM Building Products Corp.
• MRB Mechanical 
• OMG Roofing Products 
• Service First Solutions
• Sika Corporation
• Topps Products

Be sure to check out the photos from the event and relive the highlights! 

Original article and photo source: NTRCA

By Jenny Yu. 

With a low-cost, high-impact format, this trade show exhibited how roofing events can deliver value for every part of the business. 

The 2025 North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) “Not-So-Mini” Trade Show may be in the rearview mirror, but its unique structure and inclusive spirit are still worth spotlighting. Designed for efficiency, accessibility and participation, the event exemplified how a trade show doesn’t have to be sprawling or flashy to make a big impact. 

With over 60 exhibitors presented in a simple tabletop format, the four-hour event stood out for its practicality. “It’s not like a big 10 by 10 booth with all the bells and whistles,” explained Kristen Harford, NTRCA’s executive director, in this episode of Roofing Road Trips®. “It’s really just a tabletop, with quick setup and quick turnaround. That lets us keep it super affordable for the exhibitors.” 

The streamlined layout also made the experience smoother for attendees. “You show up, do your registration and then you snake through it,” said Bret Foster, president of NTRCA. “There are tables on both sides of the aisles, making it easy to talk. You just can stop at the ones you’re interested in or all of them. It’s always good to catch up and meet new people.” 

But perhaps the most compelling takeaway from this year’s event was who it served — not just contractors or sales teams, but anyone involved in the roofing business. Chris Arrington, owner of Arrington Roofing and NTRCA president-elect, emphasized the breadth of value across departments. “There’ll be companies there that are wrapping vehicles or insurance or drone inspections,” he noted, “so it really encompasses not just roofing, but the roofing business, too.” 

Chris makes it a point to bring his full team to the event. “I bring everybody who can come. Typically, in the trades, the business is the hardest part because we’re all probably excited about and good at doing the trade,” he shared. “I think [attending the trade show] is important for anybody that’s doing anything in a roofing company.” 

In short, the NTRCA trade show not only offered networking opportunities, but it also presented a blueprint for how roofing events can create meaningful connections across every corner of the industry in small, bite-sized formats.  

Read the transcript or Listen to the podcast to learn more about the impact of the 2025 NTRCA Not So Mini Trade Show. 

By Jesse Sanchez. 

Roofing pros find strength in networking and educational opportunities at this annual North Texas event.  

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth sat down with industry veterans from the North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) to preview their upcoming trade show and explore why collaboration is one of the most powerful tools in roofing today. “I’ve been a member of the NTRCA, I can't tell you how long. As soon as I was eligible to join it, I did,” said Bret Foster, president of the NTRCA and owner of Bret Foster Roofing in Forney, Texas. “The networking is great. The contractors are great. I mean, we all compete, but if I run into something, I can ask if someone else's run into it and we’ll tell each other what we know on it.” 

Bret’s emphasis on the value of community sets the tone for the discussion. The conversation quickly turns to the trade show that the NTRCA hosts annually, an event designed not just for making connections, but for important dialogue. Chris Arrington, owner of Arrington Roofing, echoed Bret’s enthusiasm and added a personal plea to the next generation: “You need to get into a trade. Everybody out there with a college degree is battling for fewer and fewer jobs.” 

Chris, who calls himself a “recovering architect,” emphasized the growing complexity and innovation he’s seeing in the roofing industry. “You think of roofing as old-timey, but man, the technology, we just went to CertainTeed plant last month. You talk about fantastic. You take a roll of scrim, and it goes through this 100-yard, 200-yard building machine thing and it comes out a shingle.” That blend of cutting-edge technology and old-fashioned community spirit is what NTRCA’s show is all about. With more than 60 exhibitors and a low-key, approachable format, “just a tabletop,” as executive director Kristen Harford noted, the event is designed to strip away the noise and make space for real connections. 

“You get your money back at the door,” Kristen said. “Then you get to go on about it, have some lunch, have a couple of cold beers and win some fabulous door prizes.” 

Kristen put it simply: “You could come in and meet four new people, if that’s all you have time for in 30 minutes, even if you just stop by at lunchtime, grab your lunch, talk to a couple of people and then head out, you still are making some connections and meeting some new partners along the way.” 

Read the transcript or Listen to the podcast to learn more about how the NTRCA is building a stronger roofing community through collaboration, education and local industry connections! 

By Jessica Bravo.  

Head to Texas for this must-attend event for roofing contractors to network and grow your business.  

The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) invites roofing professionals to connect, learn and grow at the 2025 Not So Mini Trade Show on August 7 at the Hilton DFW Lakes. This industry event is a unique opportunity to build your business one partner at a time. 

Enjoy a complimentary lunch sponsored by Solar Royal and enjoy a refreshing cold beer courtesy of Topps Products Inc., all while networking with some of the top names in the roofing industry. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests can engage with exhibitors, discover new products and form valuable connections that can take their businesses to the next level. 

A variety of notable industry leaders will be present, including: ABC Supply, AccuLynx, BITEC, EagleView, IKO, Johns Manville, Malarkey Roofing, National Women in Roofing, Owens Corning, SRS Building Products, TAMKO, The Catch-All and Western Colloid. Make sure you stop by The Coffee Shops™ table and say hi to our crew!   

Whether you’re looking to attend, exhibit or sponsor, the Not So Mini Trade Show offers a platform to engage with contractors, vendors and innovators from across the region. Exhibitors can showcase their products and services, while sponsors benefit from increased brand exposure to a highly engaged audience. 

This year's event is made possible thanks to the generous support of sponsors including: QXO, GAF, CertainTeed, Ensley Benitez Law, PC, Coast, Polyglass and Pacific Coast Supply LLC.  

While walk-ins are welcome, early registration is strongly encouraged to secure your spot at the event. Registration fees are $20 for contractors and $150 for associates. See for yourself the fun and excitement of this event in these photos from last year! 

Don’t miss this chance to invest in your business and your future. Register here.  

Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with NTRCA President Bret Foster, President-Elect Chris Arrington of Arrington Roofing, and Executive Director Kristen Harford. You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast.

Intro: Welcome to Roofing Road Trips, the podcast that takes you on a thrilling journey across the world of roofing. From fascinating interviews with roofing experts to on-the-road adventures, we'll uncover the stories, innovations and challenges that shape the rooftops over our heads. So fasten your seatbelts and join us, as we embark on this exciting roofing road trip. Hello, everyone. My name is Megan Ellsworth here at Rooferscoffeeshop.com and you are listening to a Roofing Road Trip podcast. I'm so excited, because, today, I'm chatting with my friends all the way over in Texas from NTRCA to talk about their show that's coming up that we are going to be attending. I'm really looking forward to the show and hello, everyone, how are you? Today, I have Chris Arrington, Bret Foster and Kristen Harford. Hello. I'm just really excited to meet you all and chat with you. Bret, why don't you kick it off and introduce yourself? 

Bret Foster: I'm Bret Foster. I own Bret Foster Roofing. We're located in Forney, just east of Dallas. I'm the president of the NTRCA for this year and we do mostly residential roofing. I've been a member of the NTRCA, I can't tell you how long. As soon as I was eligible to join it, I did and I've been in business, my business, since 2003. The NTRCA is great. The networking is great in it. The contractors are great. I mean, we all compete, but if I run into something, I can ask Chris if he's run into it or other contractors and we'll tell each other what we know on it. The networking also is with our manufacturers and our distributors. The other night, we had a get together and I met somebody I'd never known before. His name is Brandon. He's with a company that does liquid coatings and I was really not familiar with that. He's with a company called Stormcure and he told me a lot about that. Even though it's commercial, it does have residential applications, so I learned a lot there. 

Megan Ellsworth: I love it. I love that. It's so cool. I love how associations like NTRCA really breed that community feeling of being able to reach out to maybe a potential even competitor, but the association puts you all on the same footing and you just become friends. I love that. Chris, can you introduce yourself, please? 

Chris Arrington: Hey. Chris Arrington with Arrington Roofing. I'm an old guy like Bret. I've been around a long time and actually, I tell people I'm a recovering architect, because that was what my degree was in from college, but I really wanted to build stuff and I found out that the architects aren't in the field much and that's what I really liked. What I really like about, actually, roofing particularly is it's so important and I'm going to make a plug here for the young people listening. You need to get into a trade. Now, this is my opinion, but everybody out there with a college degree is battling for fewer and fewer jobs because there's nobody really going into the trades because we're not teaching it. When I was growing up, we had shop and now we don't have electrical shop or wood shop and now our young people are really not learning the trades. 

It's vitally important. It's where we live as an architect. We learn about the building environment and it's where all our stuff is. I mean and the roof is such an important part. I'll share this. When I first started doing roofing and left the architecture field, I had lots of my architect friends call and going, "Okay, Chris. So, how would we put this roof together? How do these parts go together?" especially when it gets into the commercial end, because it gets confusing on how to build that sandwich and I thought that was fascinating because you know, think architects going to know everything, but they're still learning too, so many parts to what we do. And so, to transition into what we're going to be talking about today on the mini trade show, there's lots and lots of aspects to just roofing, just one trade. 

Like Brett just mentioned, coatings. Coatings is not a big part of the market, but it's coming up. There's lots to know about it, so I'm sure we'll get into this, but I'll get off my introduction. I think roofing is, for as old of a trade as it is and it's boring. There's no shiny part to it. A flat roof, you never even see it. You walk on it. It gets dirty. I mean, it's a necessary thing. It is a very interesting field and the people you want to know. They're just as honest as the day. Well, we have some images to overcome, but I think when you're in this organization, those are the people that have overcome them. A lot of people think, "Oh. Contractors are just shysters," but the ones that are in associations that want to hone their craft better are the really good ones and are a joy to know. 

Megan Ellsworth: Well, it's associations like NTRCA, NRCA and all the RCAs that are really trying to make roofing sexy again and also just a better PR reputation through the general public. 

Chris Arrington: So glad what you guys are doing, because y'all have guys and they're asking questions, like wanting to be better at stuff and pushing each other on, "Hey, are you doing this or doing that?" So, I really appreciate the space that you guys are in, encouraging conversation, because I think that's very important. 

Megan Ellsworth: Yay. We agree. I totally agree. Kristen, can you please introduce yourself? 

Kristen Harford: Hi. I'm Kristen Harford with NTRCA. I'm their executive director and I've been with the association for about nine years. Our vision, actually, we set a couple of years ago as a whole board and we decided the vision was elevating roofing contractors into industry leaders. And so, I think that that goes back to what Chris was even saying and what Brett was saying. We work hard to bring everybody together and to build those connections, to train, to learn together and to communicate together, so that the community and the general public knows that roofing is a professional. 

Megan Ellsworth: Yeah, yeah, yeah. And what a great, great trade to get into, something that you can be in your whole life, pass down that skill to the next generation, what have you. So, I love y'all's theme this year for the not so many trade show and it's building your business one partner at a time. Why would you say that message is especially relevant right now for roofing professionals? 

Chris Arrington: I'll start and kind of go back to what Brett was talking about, having an event where he got to meet somebody new that has another product. I look at it this way. Things are always changing. As an example for flat roofing, back in the day, hot mop, tar roofs were king. Then, all of a sudden modified bitumen takes over because it's a better technology and then we started getting EPDM, which is a rubber product which has its place. Well, now it's TPO and the technology that goes into producing those products. I'll take my staff to the factory, to the manufacturer so that they love us to come in and tour the plant. 

Then, I take secretaries, everybody in the office, whoever can go so that they can see how things are made. You think of roofing as old-timey, but man, the technology, we just went to CertainTeed plant last month. You talk about fantastic. You take a roll of scrim and it goes through this 100-yard, 200-yard building machine thing and it comes out a shingle. It's incredible, so this trade show, since it's a local, since it's the north Texas and you think, "Well, it's not going to be that big," there are lots of people there for lots of different products. I think it's one of the best things that we do during the year to give everybody lots of things to look at, at one place and you really can't look at them all in a day. Christian does a great job on getting a lot of people in there. 

Bret Foster: It is very specific to our market. I went to IRE and that was great. I learned a lot, but there was a lot of stuff that just didn't have anything to do with what I do, but this is more north Texas and it's a lot of people from north Texas that understand what's going on in this market. 

Megan Ellsworth: Yeah, localized. 

Chris Arrington: That's a good point, because Brett knows; roofing up north and roofing in the south, totally, it's way different. 

Megan Ellsworth: I mean, the weather changes, right? And there are different climates. There's so many different climates in Texas. I mean, Texas is massive, so you could fit five states in Texas, so it totally makes sense to have that more localized show, like you all are doing and it is so important to, Brett, your point of finding those new partners and really utilizing their knowledge to your best ability and vice versa. I love that aspect of trade shows, of the sharing of knowledge and the back and forth, so who would you say typically attends the trade show? Kind of touched on that a little bit. I mean, obviously, North Texas people and what kind of businesses are exhibiting this year? 

Kristen Harford: This year, our four main sponsors are GAF, CertainTeed, ATTCoAST and QXO, so we have a variety of industries represented there. It's commercial and residential. It's helping you do business better. It's manufacturers. It's suppliers. We have insurance people that will be there to help you figure out your commercial insurance needs and just a great chance to meet partners along the way that do a little bit of everything, as far as the exhibitors and Chris has been really cool the past few years. Chris, tell them who you bring to the show. 

Chris Arrington: Well, I bring everybody that can come. There's been some years where the salesmen get really busy, but really, they attend just as much. They might come a little, look at a job and then come over, but I like everybody to be there, because you think about maybe it's just going to be the salesman, but there'll be companies there that are wrapping vehicles or insurance or drone inspections, so it really encompasses not just roofing, but the roofing business. So, when I bring my admin staff or production or somebody that's really in the office more, not so much in the field, there'll be people there that I like for them to meet or make a new contact, because roofing is a business too. 

Typically, with somebody in the trades, the business is the hardest part, because we're all probably excited about and good at doing the trade. The more you get into the business, you go, "Okay. Who's doing payroll and who's to take care of the computers and who's doing the gas card?" Or whatever you got going on, so I think it's important for anybody that's doing anything in a roofing company. Events like the trade show and just being a member of NTRCA, there's so much education in things that aren't nailing shingles down. The insurance, the legal aspects that I look at and I wonder how somebody who's not a member of something like NTRCA learns these things and some of the commercials I hear on TV, I'm like, "Yeah. Those people don't know that." 

Megan Ellsworth: Especially the legal stuff. I mean, that gets so convoluted and detailed and being able to have a group of people to fall back on in an association, like NDRCA or any trade association that can provide some of that stability and knowledge is so helpful, so helpful. 

Chris Arrington: I'm going to plug guys that are listening to this, that are in North Texas, to join, because there are so many individual guys that just have gotten into it. In the first couple of years, there are a lot of things that they don't know about, because there's no licensing. You can start being a roofing company and it's incredible that we're still there in the state of Texas and we have licensing. We're trying, because somebody can jump in and not only hurt themselves in a big way, but really be a detriment to our clientele. 

I'm amazed at the people, because we've been there a long time, that we get calls back from, that they go, "Hey, we didn't use you guys because you were too expensive, so we use the other guy. Can you come over and check his work?" I mean, add a little bit of insult to injury, but we go. 

I tell the guys, "I want you to go and I want you to see what they did." 

Then, a lot of times we get lots of referrals from those clients that say, "We didn't use you, but I wished we had, because your guy came out and told us this should have been done, this should have been done," and then maybe we'll do the repairs. We didn't get the big job and that goes back to just life. Doing good things, it comes back. It comes back. If you lose the job, but you go help someone, there'll be a reward. 

Megan Ellsworth: Yeah, yeah. Absolutely. So Kristen, what would you say sets this event apart from other industry trade shows in the region and even nationally? 

Kristen Harford: So, my favorite thing about this trade show is that it's a mini trade show. We actually call it a not so mini trade show, because we do have over 60 exhibitors there, but they're all on a tabletop. It's not like a big 10 by 10 booth with all the bells and whistles. It's really just a tabletop and it's quick and it's four hours. It's a quick setup. It's a quick turnaround and that lets us keep it super affordable for the exhibitors, so it's a low cost for the people to come in to exhibit. 

Then, we make it practically no cost for attendees. We give them cash back at the door, so if they register in advance, then they get their cash back at the door and then they get to go on about it, have some lunch, have a couple of cold beers and win some fabulous door prizes. Also, that's something else that we do that's a little different. We keep it old-school, man. We just print out a map of the room and we give all of the exhibitors a sticker and when you come by and visit them as an attendee, as a contractor, you get a sticker from each booth you visit. At the end, you turn that back in and you get raffle tickets, door prize tickets, so more chances to win with the more people you visit. 

Megan Ellsworth: That's brilliant. 

Kristen Harford: It's so fun and people hang out and they want to win the prizes. We have really fun prizes. Some people bring their practical like, "Here's something that you could use on the roof and some people will bring a Stanley and a bug bag," and so we get to raffle all of those off and it's just a really fun day and really, it then goes back to building partners and networking and just we're all in this together. We're all friends, so it makes it really fun. 

Chris Arrington: When Kristen and I were talking about this a couple of days ago, it just reminded me that some of my admin, I didn't really think about, "Yeah. It's just tabletop, so there's not a lot of distance to walk in between," because my admin, one year I noticed, I go, "Where'd y'all get all those stickers?" 

And they're going, "Oh, Chris." One of them was, she was very competitive. She's like, "I'm going to beat everybody. I'm going to get a sticker for everybody here." 

I mean and she did it. She went through 60 or 80 boot. I don't even know how she did it. She just ran through there and got all the stickers and then I think she got two prizes. I mean, she [inaudible 00:19:50] last and then there was a few places that she stopped at the ones, that she was like, "Oh. Well, I do. I am interested in this. I'm not just getting a sticker," so yeah, it's fun. I think it's a fun event. 

Megan Ellsworth: I love that, because a lot of times, sometimes with events it's hard to get people to go to every table, because it can be a little overwhelming or what have you or you're getting pulled every which way, so that's such a great incentivizer to provide really great value to your exhibitors and to the attendees. So, lovely. 

Kristen Harford: Yes, because then the exhibitors get to meet more people and then they do get the list of all the attendees afterwards as well, but it makes it fun and a good chance to connect with as many people as possible. 

Megan Ellsworth: Yeah, that's fabulous. So Bret, I'm going to ask you this next one. Can you walk us through what a typical afternoon looks like at the not-so-mini trade show? 

Bret Foster: Well, you show up and then you do your registration. There's a table right there when you walk in the door and you do your registration and they give you the card that Kristen was talking about, where you put the stickers on there. Then, you just kind of snake through it. There's tables on both sides of the aisles and easy to talk to them. You can just stop at the ones you're interested or all of them if you need to get your stickers, which I do. Then, you just make your way through it and then there will be food. As Kristen said, we'll have food and a couple of beers or soft drinks and hang out, talk to people that I know, that I haven't seen in a year since the last mini trade show. It's always good to catch up and then meet new people. I think it's a great event. I always enjoy it every year. 

Chris Arrington: That reminds me of, when we're eating, it's another time to get to know the other contractors in the area. 

Megan Ellsworth: That's so true. What a great point. I think, just again, that building of community is so important, now more than ever and having a community behind you and being a part of one is so pivotal to the success of your business and of your life. So, if there are any contractors out there who are on the fence about attending, what would you all say is the biggest value they'll walk away with from the show? 

Chris Arrington: Every time we have a meeting or an event or something, you're like, "Well, I got my day full. I need to go talk to this person," but you know what? The guys that are always out there telling you how to run a business better will all tell you, "You've got to sharpen the saw. If you don't stop and sharpen the saw, you're going to get dull. You're going to be doing the same thing. You're going to be working harder and getting less done. You've got to take some time and do these things. You have to do them." And I'd say if you're just thinking of one thing to do, this is the one you'd do for us. 

Kristen Harford: I think you can make it through. I mean, you could come in and meet four new people, if that's all you have time for in 30 minutes, but if you've got a little bit more time, nobody's expected to say the full four hours, so even if you just stop by at lunchtime, grab your lunch, talk to a couple of people and then head out, you still are making some connections and meeting some new partners along the way, so we think it's a worthwhile thing and low risk. You get your money back at the door. 

Megan Ellsworth: A low risk, high reward. So Kristen, how do you all make it easy and affordable for companies to exhibit? 

Kristen Harford: By keeping it the short and sweet, I think that helps. The tabletop, we've talked from time to time about, "Are we ready to go to the full 10 by 10 space booths and do more breakouts and things like that?" And we love doing those things and I love going to the other associations that have those, but by keeping it short and sweet and just tabletop, we're able to keep it affordable. We also do that, thanks to our bigger sponsors. Somebody sponsors lunch and the dessert and all the extra little pieces and so those all help us to keep it. It's $500 to get a table, so it's super affordable to be there. 

Megan Ellsworth: Yeah, absolutely. I love it. Okay and then what are the dates for the trade show? 

Kristen Harford: It is Thursday, August 7th, right in the biggest heat of Texas, typically. So, come in out of the heat, grab a cold beer and we'll be there from 10 to 2 and right in Grapevine, so kind of in the middle of the metroplex, so it should be an easy place to get to. 

Megan Ellsworth: Perfect. I love it. And then where can people go to register? 

Kristen Harford: So, we do still have a few exhibitor spots available and you can register at our website, ntrca.com/trade-show, so nice and easy. 

Megan Ellsworth: Well, thank you so much for chatting with me today. I'm really looking forward to meeting you all in person and attending the show. So, everyone out there, please make sure you go and register, sign up. You can find information on that on the ntrca.com website or on their directory at RufersCoffeeshop.com as well. We have all the information about the show and how to register on their directory, so thank you again. This has been fabulous. 

Kristen Harford: Thank you. I am going to say, you don't have to be a member to be a contractor and come, so if you are a contractor and just want to check out and meet some new people, come check us out. We'd love to have you. 

Megan Ellsworth: That's a great event to kind of dip your toes in. 

Kristen Harford: Just see what we're about. 

Outro: Yes. I love it. Well, thank you, again, everyone and I'll be seeing everyone out there listening on the next Roofing Road Trip. 

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Industry Leader of the Year, Associate of the Year and Golden Hammer Award winners honored at NTRCA Awards Gala.

The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) – a regional association whose mission is to serve our roofing professional members promoting ethical standards, insights, innovation and education – announces this year’s board of directors and award winners. 

During the NTRCA Awards Banquet, held February 8, 2025, at the iconic Longhorn Ballroom in Dallas, the winners of the annual Industry Leader of the Year award and the Associate of the Year award were announced and recognized for their significant contributions to the North Texas roofing industry. Past winners meet annually to choose each year’s new honoree in each category. 

The Industry Leader of the Year honor, the association's most prestigious recognition, was awarded to Holly Green, president and owner of Brettco Roofing. The Associate of the Year honor was awarded to Cindy Gebbia with Thermafoam. 

The 2025 NTRCA board members were also sworn in during the NTRCA Awards Banquet. The 2025 board members include: 

• President: Bret Foster - Bret Foster Roofing Inc. 
• Past president: Tina Hall - Joe Hall Roofing and Contracting 
• President-elect: Chris Arrington - Arrington Roofing Co. Inc. 
• Treasurer: Danielle Begley - Texas Roof Management Inc 
• Anthony Applegate - Banner Roofing & Construction LLC 
• Ida Buttarazzi-Meals - Certainteed 
• Casandra Greenwell - ABC Supply 
• Jeff Loud - Roadrunner Roofing Supply 
• Justin Minor - Beacon Roofing Supply 
• Vinny Munnia - SRS Building Products 
• Jimmy Porch - Myriad Roofing & Waterproofing 
• Wesley Quenichet - Local Hero Roofing LLC 
• Nick Sookiasian - IKO 
• Renee Urso - O'Hara's Son Roofing 
• Chase Walker - GAF 
• Kirk Scott - Scott Exteriors 
• Karen Ensley - Ensley Benitez Law PC 
• Kristin Lonergan - Champion Commercial Insurance 

The Golden Hammer Awards celebrate exceptional projects that exemplify craftsmanship, innovation, safety, and solutions to unique logistical challenges. This year’s recipients were: 

Residential project winners 

• Springtree Restoration: Lakewood Castle Project 
• Elite Roofing and Home Restoration: Fox Glen Project 
• BRM Roofing and Construction Services: Hampton Style Colleyville Project 

Commercial project winners 

• DT Roofing: Cowtown Coliseum - Fort Worth Stockyards Project 
• Supreme Roofing: Hangars 1 and 2 Project 
• KPost Company: Maple Terrace Project 

Residential community service winners 

• Paradigm Roofing: Red, White and Roof: 4th of July Veteran Support Project 
• Roof Experts: Veteran Wins Free Roof Project 
• PROCO Roofing: Tenderfoot Project 

Residential metal winners 

• Graham Construction and Roofing: Graham Residence Project 
• Joe Hall Roofing and Contracting: EDCO Arrow Line Slate Project 
• Absolute Construction: Frisco Concrete Tile to Metal Re-Roof Project 

Commercial metal winners 

• Anchor Roofing Systems: Mason County Courthouse Project PROCO Commercial Roofing: Baylor Football Ops Center Project 
• MRB Contractors: Zion Lutheran Church Project 

Residential tile winners 

• Haro Roofing: Project Ash Bluff 
• Scott Exteriors: Meadowood Ludowici Project 
• Joe Hall Roofing and Contracting: Eagle Mountain Lake Villa Project 

Residential innovations winners 

• Paradigm Roofing: Seaside Tesla Solar Roof Project 
• Joe Hall Roofing and Contracting: Historic Fort Worth Home Restoration Project 
• Ramon Roofing: Highland Park Project 

Commercial innovations winner 

• Arrington Roofing Co. Inc.: Our Redeemer Lutheran Bell Tower Dome Project 

Commercial new construction winners 

• Anchor Roofing Systems: The Paul & Alejandra Foster Baylor Basketball Arena Project 
• Sun Commercial Roofs: Terry Black’s Barbecue Fort Worth Project 

The NTRCA continues to celebrate innovation and craftsmanship, setting the standard for roofing excellence across North Texas. Congratulations to all winners and honorees for their outstanding contributions to the roofing industry! 

Sponsors for this year’s Annual NTRCA Awards Gala included: Beacon Building Products as lead sponsor, and specialty sponsors ABC Supply, GAF, SRS Building Products, CertainTeed, Elite Roofing and Home Restoration, Ensley Benitez Law PC, IB Roof Systems, IKO, Owens Corning Sales LLC, Polyglass, Roadrunner Roofing Supply, ThermaFoam LLC and Unity Insurance Partners. Rock N’Roll theme sponsors for the evening were EcoStar LLC, EDCO Products, Myriad Roofing & Waterproofing and Roofers Going Digital. Table sponsors included Anchor Roofing Systems LLC, Arrington Roofing Co. Inc., Atlas Roofing, DT Roofing LLC, H&R General Construction, Haro Roofing, Joe Hall Roofing & Contracting, KPost Roofing & Waterproofing, MRB Contractors LLC, Paradigm Roofing Co., PROCO Roofing & Construction, Spec Building Materials Corporation, Springtree Restoration LLC, Sun Commercial Roofs Inc. and Supreme Roofing. Half tables were sponsored by Absolute Construction, Conner-Legrand Inc., Elite Roofing and Home Restoration, Graham Construction and Roofing, Local Hero Roofing LLC and Roof Experts. 

To learn more, visit www.ntrca.com.

About North Texas Roofing Contractors Association 

The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) is a resource for professional roofing contractors and associates working and doing business in North Texas. NTRCA also serves as a resource for individuals and businesses looking for qualified and competent roofing contractors. Roofing professionals must meet NTRCA eligibility requirements and agree to adhere to the NTRCA code of ethics to be members of the organization. NTRCA provides educational training sessions, mentoring, networking and community service opportunities for its members. For more information, please visit www.ntrca.com. 

By Jesse Sanchez. 

Discover roofing methods that can withstand environmental challenges and protect structures for the long term. 

Are you ready to enhance your roofing expertise? On October 16, 2024, roofing professionals have the opportunity to join a dynamic training event hosted by NTRCA, Elevate and Bitec, focused on torch down roofing systems. The event, held at Beacon Building Products in West Fort Worth, Texas, will explore the essential roofing techniques that offer durability, energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness for both residential and commercial projects. 

With environmental concerns on the rise, it’s more important than ever to select roofing materials that stand up to harsh conditions. This training offers a comprehensive exploration of APP and SBS roofing methods and whether to choose a two-layer or three-layer torch down system. Attendees will also learn about rolled mod bit options, perfect for residential patios and extensions. 

The benefits of torch down roofing go beyond just durability. These systems are waterproof, UV-resistant and designed for easy repair and energy efficiency, which means not only protecting structures but also lowering long-term energy costs. Choosing the right roofing system is crucial. Therefore, this event encourages professionals to gain the knowledge they need to offer the best solutions for their customers. 

The hands-on session will run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., including lunch, and participants can earn four RCAT continuing education credits. Registration is open to both members and non-members, with pricing set at $20 and $50, respectively. With limited spots available, this event promises to be a valuable opportunity for roofing contractors seeking to stay ahead of the curve. 

Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your skills in a growing industry. To register and learn more about the event, visit the NTRCA website and secure your spot today! 

By Dani Sheehan. 

Discover the latest trends and innovations in roofing at NTRCA’s Not So Mini Trade Show. 

The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association (NTRCA) is gearing up for its highly anticipated annual event, the Not So Mini Trade Show, on August 8, 2024, at the Hilton DFW Lakes in Grapevine, Texas! The premier gathering for roofing professionals in North Texas, this trade show offers a blend of networking, learning and leisure. Attendees can look forward to escaping the summer heat while engaging with industry leaders and other contractors over a refreshing cold beer and hearty lunch. 

The trade show is designed to be straightforward yet highly effective. It serves as a platform for contractors to gain insights into the latest industry trends, products and services with a diverse range of exhibitors. You’ll have the chance to learn more about innovative solutions and create lasting partnerships to enhance your company. 

All exhibitors at the show will be provided with a standard, six-foot table to ensure the focus remains on direct and personal interactions as you make your way through the exhibit floor. Join industry giants including Beacon Building Products, EagleView, GAF, Owens Corning, Polyglass, TAMKO and Western Colloid who are already planning to attend. You can also make connections with associations like MRCA, National Women in Roofing (NWIR) and RCAT by registering to attend. 

One of the most cost-effective shows to participate in, you’ll have access to a huge range of Texas roofing contractors, manufacturers and distributors without the high expenses typically associated with larger events. Not only will you have incredible opportunities for education and networking, but you will also have the chance to win various prizes. 

The Not So Mini Trade Show promises to be a highlight of the year for roofing professionals throughout Texas. Join other like-minded individuals in combining business with pleasure in a way that fosters growth and collaboration within the industry. 

For more information and to register for the event, visit the NTRCA Trade Show page. 

Celebrating Excellence at the NTRCA Awards Banquet 2024: Honoring leaders in the North Texas roofing industry.

During the NTRCA Awards Banquet, held February 17, 2024, at The Social Space in Fort Worth, the winners of the annual “Industry Leader of the Year” award and the “Associate of the Year” award were announced and recognized for their significant contributions to the North Texas roofing industry. 

The Industry Leader of the Year honor, the NTRCA’s most prestigious recognition each year, was awarded to A.J. Huckaby, owner and president at Springtree Restoration LLC.

The Associate of the Year honor was awarded to Chris Hickey, Architectural Reps of Texas.

The 2024 NTRCA board members were also sworn in during the NTRCA Awards Banquet.

The NTRCA board officers for 2024 are:

• President: Tina Hall, CEO at Joe Hall Roofing & Contracting

• Past President: Craig Rainey, executive vice president/owner at Supreme Roofing

• President-Elect: Bret Foster, owner at Bret Foster Roofing

• Treasurer: Kyle Frazier, partner and sales manager at Frazier Roofing & Guttering Co.

Other members of the 2024 NTRCA board of directors are:

• Chris Arrington, Arrington Roofing

• Danielle Begley, Texas Roof Management

• AJ Huckaby, Springtree Restoration

• Wesley Quenichet, Proco Roofing

• Justin Minor, GAF 

• Dave Holden, Beacon Roofing Supply

• Ray Wilcox, Market Makers Inc.

• Bryan Pinder, SRS Building Products

• Jeff Loud, Roadrunner Roofing Supply

• Casandra Greenwell, ABC Supply

• Nick Sookiasian, IKO

• Karen Ensley, Ensley Benitez Law PC

• Kristin Lonergan, Champions Insurance

• Kirk Scott, Scott Exterior

Karen Vermaire Fox announced that after 19 years of serving as the Executive Director of NTRCA,  she will be moving into the role of director emeritus as Kristen Harford moves into the Executive Director position. 

NTRCA Golden Hammer Award winners were also recognized during the event. NTRCA’s annual Golden Hammer Awards acknowledge outstanding roofing projects completed during the prior year. Entries are judged each year on logistical challenges, quality workmanship, uniqueness, difficulty, time constraints, innovative solutions and safety challenges.

The contractor selected to win this year’s Golden Hammer Award for Commercial Community Service project was: Empire Roofing for its St. Phillips Community Center Project. The contractor selected to win this year’s Golden Hammer Award for Residential Community Service project was: PROCO Roofing for its Westover Project. 

Commercial Contractors winning a Golden Hammer Award this year for Outstanding Commercial Roofing Project were: Anchor Roofing Systems, LLC for its Omni PGA Hotel and Resort - Frisco Project; Empire Roofing for its Mary Kay Corporate Project; and KPost Roofing & Waterproofing for its American Airlines Center Project.

Residential Contractors selected to receive a Golden Hammer Award this year for Outstanding Residential Roofing Project were: Elite Roofing & Restoration Services for the Rivercrest Project; Good Contractors Roofing and Restoration for its Nickle Residential Fire Damage Restoration Project; and Haro Roofing for its Le Mans Project.

Contractors selected to receive a Golden Hammer Award this year in the Residential Metal Roofing category were: Haro Roofing for its Westgrove Project; Haro Roofing for its Project Ridgeline; and Veteran Roofing and Construction for its Colvin Residence Project. 

Contractors selected to receive a Golden Hammer Award this year in the Commercial Metal Roofing category were: Graham Construction and Roofing for the Camp Buckner, Burnet, Texas, Project; GreenLeaf Roofing for the Mirar Townhomes Project; and Springtree Restoration for the Cochran Chapel Project. 

Residential Tile Contractors winning a Golden Hammer Award this year were: Ramon Roofing for the Palmeiro Project; The Velco Group, LLC for the Navasota Cove Project; and The Velco Group, LLC for the La Rochelle Project.

Commercial Tile Contractors winning a Golden Hammer Award this year were: Paradigm Roofing for the Wolf Lakes Apartments Project; and Zenith Roofing & Waterproofing for the Bass Performance Hall Project.  

Residential Contractors selected to receive a Golden Hammer Award this year in Innovations in Roofing were: Haro Roofing for the Bielecki Residence Project; and  KPost Roofing & Waterproofing for the Tesla Solar Roof Project.

The Commercial Contractor selected to receive a Golden Hammer Award this year in Innovations in Roofing were: Supreme Roofing for the CJ Logistics Project.