Events

January 2026

Bob Weatherton Award Scholarship

January 19, 2026 @ 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm PST

Monday, January 19 - 2:30 PM World of Concrete cordially invites you to the prestigious 2026 Weatherton Paper Competition, a platform that not only showcases our industry's future leaders but also celebrates the transformative impact of the Concrete Industry Management degree program on their lives. The competition features 15 exceptional students ...
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NRCA ROOFPAC Fundraising Reception

January 19, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm PST

NRCA is hosting its annual auction and reception on Jan. 19 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Zouk Nightclub. This evening includes a cocktail reception where members will enjoy a full bar, amazing food, as well as a popular live auction where you can bid on trips, artwork and more! Learn ...
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Don't Miss APOC at IRE 2026, Booth 3957!

January 20, 2026 - January 22, 2026

Stop by APOC’s booth and acquire new skills and knowledge through their demos. The demos will be covering acrylics and silicones, white roof reflective coatings, cements and specialty sealants/coatings. They will also be giving away a pair of Blender brand Sunglasses, be sure to stop by booth 3957 and check ...
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Leap to Booth 1745 at IRE!

January 20, 2026 - January 22, 2026

Leap is bringing the energy to IRE at booth 1745! Stop in for exclusive merch, fresh apparel, and a first-hand look at their full contractor workflow in action. Experience live highlights of Leap CRM and SalesPro, see how the tools connect lead to close, and jump into partner-driven moments including ...
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RCMA has a Special Launch at IRE 2026!

January 20, 2026 - January 22, 2026

RCMA is inviting roofing contractors to join this new membership category at both the RCMA Spring Meeting on January 19, 2026 and at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, January 20–22, 2026. Contractors who sign up for membership at either event will receive a special welcome package. Booth 5466 Register ...
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Stop by the KARNAK booth at IRE!

January 20, 2026 - January 22, 2026

Karnak is making roof maintenance more efficient with new packaging options for 671 Karna-Seal. Known for its single-component, moisture-curing, 100% silicone formulation, 671 Karna-Seal delivers excellent UV resistance, flexibility, and tensile strength while resisting weathering, chalking, cracking, and hardening. Now available in 2-liter pouches and 10.1-ounce caulk tubes, Karna-Seal 671 is ...
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Liderando Desde Dentro: Cómo Iimpulsar el Talento Latino Hacia Roles de Ventas, Servicio y Liderazgo en Techado (en Espanol)

January 20, 2026 @ 8:15 am - 9:15 am PST

La comunidad latina es el motor que mueve gran parte de la industria del techado y la construcción. Pero, aunque somos mayoría en el trabajo duro, todavía somos pocos los que llegamos a puestos de liderazgo o atención al cliente. En esta sesión vamos a hablar claro y directo sobre ...
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Stay on Top: Essential Fall Prevention for Residential Roofing

January 20, 2026 @ 8:15 am - 9:15 am PST

Falls continued to be the leading cause of deaths in the roofing industry. With roughly over 50% of contractors primarily doing residential roofing, it goes without saying we should be taking a deeper look at residential roofing safety. In this session, we will focus on the essentials of residential roofing ...
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Vapor Retarders in the Roof Assembly; Does it Need One?

January 20, 2026 @ 8:15 am - 9:15 am PST

The program will reivew basic building science and resources available to designers and roofing contractors. The difference between a vapor retarder and an air retarder will be discussed and what teh bulding codes require of each. Various example roof assembly calculations will be presented to determine the need of ...
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Industry Outlook & Opportunities General Session

January 20, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 10:50 am PST

The North American roofing industry is experiencing an exciting period of transformation and opportunity. While navigating advances in technology, workforce evolution, updated insurance standards and changing customer expectations, the multi-billion-dollar roofing sector continues to demonstrate remarkable adaptability and innovation. Even as economic factors including tariffs, regulatory updates and immigration policy ...
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IRE 2026 - Keynote

January 20, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 10:50 am PST

Get motivated and come together with the industry during the biggest event at IRE. More details to come! Learn more!
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Cool Exteriors: A New Frontier in Efficient and Resilient Buildings

January 20, 2026 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm PST

Highly solar-reflective “cool” roofs have long been embraced in many U.S. cities and states to reduce cooling energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, and the impacts of the urban heat island effect. However, the exterior walls of a building also play an important role in protecting residents from the elements—including extreme ...
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Getting Your Team To Use the Tech Tools That Grow Your Business

January 20, 2026 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm PST

New technology can spark change, but lasting success comes when your team truly buys in. In this keynote, Dean Curtis, CEO of Ingage, explores how leading home improvement businesses turn tech adoption into transformation. You’ll learn how to inspire engagement, sustain momentum and turn great tools into everyday habits that ...
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Marketing Best Practices for the Roofing Industry, Part 1

January 20, 2026 @ 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm PST

You don't have to compete on price alone! Learn the most effective strategies to attract customers, strengthen your brand, and grow your roofing business in a competitive market. As a residential roofing company owner, your company's future depends on your ability to raise awareness. In an industry that is not ...
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Mejores Prácticas de Marketing para la Industria del Roofing, Parte 1

January 20, 2026 @ 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm PST

¡No tiene que competir con base en precio solamente! Aprenda las estrategias más efectivas para atraer clientes, fortalecer su marca y hacer crecer su negocio de techado en un mercado competitivo. Como dueño de una empresa de Roofing residencial, el futuro de su empresa depende en su habilidad para dar ...
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