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RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning place where the roofing industry meets for technology, information, and everyday business, creates podcasts for ongoing education, and industry information. RoofersCoffeeShop podcasts highlight interviews with roofing professionals and much more. There are four different podcast categories to choose from: Stories from the Roof, Roofing Road Trips with Heidi, Coffee Conversations, and The Heidi and Vickie Show. Sit back, relax, and listen to great stories, wisdom, and solutions the roofing industry needs today!

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October 9, 202649 min

Color Trends Contractors Need to Know

In this Read Listen Watch® episode, Megan Ellsworth chats with Brynn Wildenauer of Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings about the emerging color trends shaping the future of metal roofing. Drawing from Sherwin-Williams' latest SHIFT™ color forecast, Brynn shares insights into the colors gaining momentum, the market influences driving customer preferences and what contractors need to know to stay ahead of evolving design trends. From curb appeal and architectural style to homeowner demand and long-term product selection, color is becoming an increasingly important part of the roofing conversation. Tune in to learn how understanding future color trends can help you guide customers with confidence, differentiate your business and position yourself for success in a growing metal roofing market. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Learn more about (CUSTOMER NAME) here! (CUSTOMER DIRECTORY LINK) Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss #SherwinWilliams #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry

October 6, 202639 min

NRCA Legislative Update: What Roofers Need to Know

On this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Duane Musser and Brad Stine of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) to discuss the latest developments shaping the roofing industry's advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C. From key takeaways following Roofing Day in D.C., to workforce development initiatives, housing-related legislation and the current state of the midterm elections, the conversation explores the issues that matter most to roofing contractors. Tune in to hear how these policy discussions and advocacy priorities could influence the future of the roofing industry and what contractors should be paying attention to in the months ahead. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Learn more about the National Roofing Contractor's Association here! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/nrca Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss #NRCA #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry

September 29, 202628 min

Training Contractors for Low-Slope Success

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Megan Ellsworth welcomes Alisha Vobian and Chris Ronk from MuleHide for a conversation all about training, growth and opportunity in the low-slope roofing market. Together, they discuss the biggest training needs facing contractors today, how manufacturers can help steep-slope contractors make the transition into low-slope work and why hands-on education is key to better installations, stronger productivity and warranty compliance. Alisha and Chris also highlight MuleHide’s training center network, explain how training can be tailored for everyone from new workers to seasoned contractors and share examples of the positive impact MuleHide training has had on customers across the industry. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Learn more about MuleHide here! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/mule-hide Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry #MuleHide

September 29, 202622 min

Building a Streamlined Insurance Process

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Jamie Pillitteri, Director of Exteriors Product Management at ServiceTitan, to discuss what today's evolving insurance landscape means for roofing contractors. From inspections and estimating to claim approvals and project closeout, they explore where delays commonly occur, how disconnected workflows can impact productivity and profitability and what contractors can do to create a more streamlined process. Tune in to learn how roofing companies are connecting field and office operations, improving visibility throughout the claims journey and keeping insurance projects moving forward. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Learn more about ServiceTitan here! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/servicetitan Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry #ServiceTitan

September 29, 202629 min

Helping Contractors Build Businesses Freedom

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Jim Leslie to discuss his journey through the home services industry and why Home Service Freedom was created. They explore the vision behind Freedom 2026 and the most important lessons Jim has learned from years of working with home service business owners. Jim also shares what contractors can expect from the conference, the value of its speakers and educational opportunities and how attending can help owners identify new possibilities for their businesses. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Learn more about Home Service Freedom here! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/home-service-freedom Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry #HomeServiceFreedom

September 29, 202622 min

Growth Grounded in Values

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Lauren Marsh, president and co-founder of Ridgeline Construction, to talk about leadership, growth and building a roofing company with strong values at its core. Since co-founding Ridgeline Construction in 2012, Lauren has helped grow the company across multiple states while earning industry certifications and recognition along the way, including being named a finalist for the 2026 QXO Female Roofing Professional of the Year. She shares insights from her journey as a contractor and business leader, including the importance of ethical leadership, investing in workforce education and creating a foundation for sustainable growth. Tune in to hear Lauren’s perspective on what it takes to lead with purpose while navigating the opportunities and challenges of today’s roofing industry. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Learn more about QXO here! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/qxo Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry #QXO

September 25, 202620 min

Leading Through Service in Roofing

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Jennifer George, co-founder and CEO of Northern Arizona Roof Services and a finalist for QXO's North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year award. Jennifer shares her journey from serving as executive director of the Arizona Roofing Contractors Association (ARCA) to leading a successful roofing company focused on both business growth and community impact. They discuss leadership, industry advocacy, creating opportunities for others and what it takes to build a company culture centered on service. Jennifer also offers her perspective on the evolving role of women in roofing, the importance of giving back and how roofing professionals can make a lasting difference in their communities. Tune in to hear lessons from a leader who is helping shape the future of the industry. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Learn more about QXO here! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/qxo Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry #QXO

September 24, 202628 min

What's Holding Your Roofing Business Back?

On this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Karen Edwards sits down with Deni Blair and Bryan Oram of JobNimbus to explore what helps roofing companies create momentum and sustain growth in a competitive market. Through the lens of a practical business framework, they discuss common challenges contractors face, opportunities that are often overlooked and the systems that can make a bigger impact than many realize. Tune in for insights on building a stronger business and a preview of the ideas shaping conversations at JNSS 2026. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Learn more about JobNimbus here! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/jobnimbus Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry #JobNimbus

September 22, 202626 min

LEGALCon Live 2026

On this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi Ellsworth sits down with Monica Murphy Mittel of Ray Nolan Roofing to discuss why LEGALCon Live 2026 has become a must-attend event for roofing professionals looking to strengthen and protect their businesses. Together, they explore the legal, business, workforce and risk management challenges facing contractors today and share how industry-focused education can help companies make smarter decisions and stay ahead in an increasingly complex business environment. Learn more about Ray Nolan Roofing here! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/ray-nolan-roofing Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Follow Us! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com X: https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop #RayNolanRoofing #RoofingRoadTrips #LEGALConLive2026 #RoofingIndustry #RoofingContractors #LegalCompliance #RiskManagement #WorkforceManagement #BusinessManagement #RoofersCoffeeShop

January 23, 202622 min

AI in Roofing: A Guide for Contractors

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips ® , host Megan Ellsworth is joined by John Kenney from Cotney Consulting Group to discuss artificial intelligence (A I ) in r oofing . T h is episode breaks down how AI can be practically applied in roofing operations today. Drawing from his own training , AI in Roofing: What Contractors Need to Know, John explains how AI can boost efficiency in estimating, project management, service, safety and scheduling while reducing administrative burdens. Learn about AI's real-world impact, how to adopt it responsibly and where it's headed, all while keeping human expertise at the center of decision-making. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss #CotneyConsultingGroup #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry