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Roofing Alliance issues annual call for funding
Each year, the Roofing Alliance supports innovative projects from industry partners, academic institutions, nonprofit organizations and research firms. The Roofing Alliance invites applications for its 2025 Call for Funding, aimed at advancing the roofing industry through research, education and technical initiatives. The deadline for submissions is January 1, 2025. Each year, the ...
The career path younger generations are overlooking
By Dani Sheehan. What’s the difference between the earning potential of an electrician compared to a lawyer or doctor? Learn about the untapped potential of roofing and other trades in this latest podcast episode. In a recent episode of People Make Roofing, Luke McCormack and Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down ...
Creating a path to success
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the Clemson University and Roofing Alliance college courses that are creating new roofing career opportunities. The constant struggle due to the labor shortage has become a norm in the roofing industry, but the Roofing Alliance is hoping to change that with their collaboration with Clemson ...
Roofing Alliance launches groundbreaking Roofing Industry Center in collaboration with Clemson University
The center will focus on research and programs to address challenges in the roofing industry. The Roofing Alliance leadership has approved $1 million in funding over four years to establish the Roofing Industry Center, a cutting-edge collaboration between the academic community and the roofing industry. In partnership with Clemson University’s Nieri ...
Industry invited to submit MVP nominations by September 27, 2024
MVPs are role models who demonstrate work-related and personal goals to which others in the roofing industry aspire. The Roofing Alliance has issued a call to all roofing industry professionals for the 2024-25 Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards. The program spotlights and promotes excellence in the industry with the MVP Awards ...
Inside the Roofing Alliance's 2024 Student Competition
By Jesse Sanchez. Bridging the gap between academia and industry. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth sat down with Kyle Cahill, a project manager at King of Texas Roofing, to discuss the 2024 Roofing Alliance Student Competition. The competition was a defining event for aspiring roofing ...
Shaping the future of roofing through education
By Evelyn Witterholt. Learn more about the new roofing classes at Clemson University designed to help you build the foundation for your roofing education. Whether you are just getting into construction, or you have been here for years, education is an important component of your career in the roofing industry. ...
A second career in roofing: From the field to the classroom
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. When the Roofing Alliance developed a curriculum and provided funding for roofing education at the college level, Tom Urich, who originally had a teaching degree before entering the industry, was a perfect fit. A career in roofing is often seen as a path marked by hands-on work, but ...
Shine a spotlight on your roofing rockstars!
By Dani Sheehan. Recognize the employees in your company who consistently showcase their hard work, dedication and community service by nominating them for the Roofing Alliance’s MVP Awards. The roofing industry thrives on the dedication and hard work of individuals who go above and beyond, both on and off the ...
Roofing Alliance unveils 2024-25 funding initiatives
Strategic Investments include support for SkillsUSA, establishment of a Roofing Industry Center and more. The Roofing Alliance proudly announces the approval of several key funding projects, including a significant three-year commitment to support the SkillsUSA Initiative and the groundbreaking development of a Roofing Industry Center in partnership with Clemson University. Additionally, ...
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