IRE – International Roofing Expo
Inside the Leister booth at IRE 2025
By Emma Peterson. New vacuum plate products, upgrades to the VARIMAT and more! While at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE), Heidi J. Ellsworth got the chance to host Dave Nordentoft and Brittany Wykle of Leister for a live episode of ReadListenWatch® (RLW). They started off with Brittany, who is an associate ...
Filling the industry’s workforce gaps
By Jesse Sanchez. Tackling the industry’s labor shortage by connecting contractors with the specialized talent they need to succeed. The roofing industry has long grappled with a shortage of skilled professionals, but Luke McCormick, CEO of Roofing Talent America, is tackling the issue head-on. In this interview with Megan Ellsworth at the ...
International Roofing Expo unveils winners of the 2025 Innovative Product Showcase and Awards program
The second iteration of IRE awards celebrate cutting-edge developments in materials, equipment, tools and services that are revolutionizing roofing and exterior construction for businesses, laborers, commercial and residential. The International Roofing Expo® (IRE) reveals the recipients of the second annual Innovative Product Showcase and Awards program for both People's Choice and Experts' Choice categories. This recognition program, powered ...
Building connections and expanding our reach
By Dani Sheehan. This show offered invaluable opportunities to learn, connect and grow! The Oklahoma Roofing Contractors Association (ORCA) Conference and Trade Show may be a smaller event, but it packed a punch when it came to networking, learning and growing our industry connections. As first-time attendees representing The Coffee Shops™, Alex ...
IKO continues to save contractors time and money
By Emma Peterson. From TPO welding and induction systems to a new app, IKO has their contractors top of mind. While at the International Roofing Expo (IRE), The Coffee Shops™ crew got the chance to sit down with a variety of incredible industry professionals for interviews on our soundstage, sponsored by SRS ...
Sustainability, strength and style: The rise of metal roofing and siding
By Emma Peterson. Hear from ATAS’ vice president about why metal roofing is a smart, long-term material choice. The Coffee Shops™ crew had an incredible time at this year’s International Roofing Expo (IRE). While in San Antonio, Texas, we got the chance to find some of our industry friends out on the ...
Perspective on the industry from those with their boots on the ground
By Emma Peterson. From tariffs to AI and everything between, this contractor panel shared an overview of the trends in the roofing industry this year. One of the best parts of attending trade shows like the International Roofing Expo (IRE) is getting to learn about the roofing industry as a whole by ...
Why 2025 is a pivotal year for the roofing industry
By Dani Sheehan. From shifting insurance policies to economic pressures and evolving customer expectations, staying ahead means staying informed. The roofing industry is at a crossroads in 2025, with economic pressures, regulatory changes and shifting consumer expectations reshaping the landscape. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025, the live Coffee Conversations, sponsored ...
The NFBA Expo is back and bigger than ever
By Emma Peterson. Check out over 170 exhibitors, incredible education sessions and hands-on demos at the 57th annual NFBA building expo this April. The International Roofing Expo (IRE) might be over, but trade show season is still in full swing! In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat ...
ARMA celebrates 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards winners at International Roofing Expo
The annual awards program recognizes asphalt roofing projects across North America, celebrating craftsmanship, durability and aesthetic excellence. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) honored the winners of the 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards at the International Roofing Expo (IRE), held February 19 - 21 in San Antonio, Texas. The annual ...
