From Melbourne to Montana, RC Young Gun Samuel Brokenshire has traveled the globe for love and started a career in roofing that is budding at just the right time.

See why roofing is science for this academically-trained geologist now leading major roofing projects from the Gulf Coast.

Having served his country in the National Guard, Nathan Schnefke wanted to serve his community by building a roofing company to keep Texas homeowners safe and dry.

Anthony Markgraf, co-founder of Clear Cut Xteriors, transformed from a one-time cell phone salesman to a roofing success with business partner Adam Bidler.

Vincent Malizia helped transform his family business in one the roofing industry's most volatile markets and he's staying hungry.

Jason Couto, 39, and his brothers inherited their father's company, but when the time came, all that was assumed was its half-million-dollar carry; within 15 years, Couto has helped transform that into sales exceeding $300 million annually.

A biological scientist by education, Jared Jimenez always enjoyed building. After years of working for corporate America, he decided to build something new: a roofing company in the Dallas-Fort Worth market.

Our feature highlighting the current and future leaders of the roofing industry continues, and RC hopes to broaden the field.

Enter your company for the chance to earn a spot on the Top 100 list or become a 2022 Contractor of the Year.

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has overshadowed many things, a failure to make needed policy revisions could have serious consequences down the road.

Changes to the rules regarding workplace handbooks could create legal issues for roofing contractors if they’re not careful.

Art Unlimited CEO and marketing guru Anna Anderson explains how roofing contractors can make the most of their time at trade shows like the International Roofing Expo and other industry events.

The “Staying on Top: LSA Essentials for Roofing Contractors” seminar will equip roofing contractors with the knowledge and tools needed to leverage Google Local Service Ads for enhanced visibility, lead generation, and cost-effective marketing.

Google has changed how its search engine operates. Are you prepared for the impact on your roofing business?

Each of my customers has a story that everyone can learn from.

To be perfectly fair to their partners, planning for the exit is complicated, especially when the owner is preoccupied with the day-to-day business.

Most owners, whether their business is worth $2 million or $30 million, continue to be stuck in their business until they can clearly see the path to replace their income and maintain their lifestyles.

It’s no surprise that in today’s society civil litigation has become an ever-increasing threat to business owners and affluent individuals.

A business owner cannot replace themselves (succession) until they can clearly envision their financial future (exit plan).

An owner's exit from a business will probably be the largest financial event of their life.

Avoid these seven issues with the help of an exit planner so you can gracefully leave your business without outliving your money.

An exit planner can lead you through the tricky process of leaving your business, discovering the various values and taxes that may otherwise be missed.

There are massive mistakes roofing contractors can make when planning for a successful exit, which could account to as much as 70% of their wealth.

Selling a roofing business might seem comparable to selling one’s home, but making such an assumption could be costly to business owners.

With more roofing companies looking to sell, now is the time to know some important facts and statistics to inform your exit planning strategies.

These six exit strategy pitfalls could create financial risks before and during your exit and retirement. Learn how to navigate one of the largest financial events in your lifetime

Learn the risks and rewards of planning for a management buyout to exit your contracting business

Kevin Kennedy of Beacon Exit Planning provides an overview of considerations for roofing company owners contemplating their exit options.

In February's Publisher's Note, Jill Bloom describes a keynote address by Gary Brecka highlighting the physics of constructive interference and emphasizing the energy derived from authentic conversations.

RC is looking for the latest crop of young roofing contractors and industry professionals under age 40 to join us in Bonita Springs for Best of Success 2024

Immersed in authenticity, RC Publisher Jill Bloom delved into Gary Brecka's podcast, "The Ultimate Human," discovered hydrogen water's benefits for energy, endurance, and immunity and explores how it relates to our industry.

Profit must be calculated as a percentage not of cost, but of the final selling price.

Escape the price-driven sale with these real-world strategies aimed to help roofing contractors succeed.

In this BOS podcast, Trent Cotney of Adams & Reese discusses the impact of marijuana legalization on roofing contractors, emphasizing workplace safety and evolving legal challenges.

Aaron Robbins of QuickBOLT says the benefits of adding solar installations to a roofer’s repertoire are already within reach.

Roofing Contractor's search for the next commercial and residential roofing contractors of the year begins. Are you in?

Looking for simple and quick improvements to make to your business? Here are five tips from Best of Success 2019 speakers that can be implemented right away.

Entering the fourth quarter, businesses seeking cost-effective health plans for 2024 should consider these three tips. 

Roofing contractors facing business challenges, such as lack of control, low profits, and people-related issues, could benefit from the Entrepreneurial Operating System. EOS is a framework that offers vision, traction, and team health improvements. 

This column from Josh Sparks, CEO of Infinity Home Services, is a must-read if you are interested in partnering with a private equity firm to grow your roofing company.

Building sciences experts from Rimkus break down the pros and cons of low-slope roofing systems to help determine which is best for your next project.

Masks mandates, proof of vaccination or negative tests are some of the COVID-19 policies put in place for the 2022 IRE in New Orleans Feb. 1-3.

This session will detail an unfortunate experience with embezzlement and ideas for how roofing companies can prevent the same from happening to them.

In this session, industry leaders will cover some of the best and easiest ways you can grow and improve your business by aligning with your suppliers. 

Josey Parks, CEO of Total Home Roofing, blends traditional roofing principles with Silicon Valley inspiration: a tech-forward leader, he explores AI's potential to revolutionize the industry.

YouTube turned 12 this week and is marking the milestone with a redesign of its desktop site.

Read more: YouTube reveals new Material Design desktop site

YouTube is producing more than half a dozen original series this year and plans to spend $100m on over 40 shows.

Read more: Another nail in TV’s coffin: YouTube to produce 7 original series this year

Ireland-based Orreco has developed a new app to help athletes optimise their performances.

Read more: Breakthrough app aims to smash taboos about training during your period

Is YouTube TV’s nemesis? Keep watching and your eyes will go square.

Read more: YouTube hits 1.5bn viewers – now it wants to own TV and VR