NRCA invites all industry professionals to San Antonio to attend its 138th annual convention and Sarasota, Fla.-based Informa’s 2025 International Roofing Expo Feb. 19-21. The convention will be held in the Henry B. González Convention Center nestled in the heart of historical downtown San Antonio, along the banks of its world-famous riverwalk.
“Following the success of the 2024 IRE in Las Vegas, it’s exciting to be heading to San Antonio,” says McKay Daniels, NRCA’s CEO. “With new products, old friends and some of the best educational sessions in the industry, you don’t want to miss this event!”
Before the convention
The eighth annual National Women in Roofing Days, a conference for multidisciplinary female professionals, will be held in advance of IRE Sunday, Feb. 16, from 8 a.m.-4 p.m., and Monday, Feb. 17, from 8 a.m.-5:20 p.m., at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk. The two-day program offers participants an opportunity to network with peers while learning about the latest business strategies, tactics and secrets to success. Additional information is available at nationalwomeninroofing.org.
NRCA events begin Tuesday, Feb. 18, with NRCA’s Executive Committee meeting and breakfast from 8 a.m.-noon and NRCA’s board of directors meeting and lunch from noon-3 p.m., held at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk. NRCA’s Affiliate Executives meeting and lunch will take place the following day from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Henry B. González Convention Center.
To ensure roofing professionals attending the expo for the first time make the most of their experience, a First-Time Attendees Reception will be held Wednesday, Feb. 19, from 4:30-5 p.m. at the Henry B. González Convention Center, where participants can network with peers and chat with NRCA and IRE staff.
Educational opportunities
Roofing professionals can increase their knowledge and skills by participating in NRCA educational programs during the convention and expo.
On Wednesday, Feb. 19, an NRCA Safety Leadership Workshop will be held from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Attendees will learn about a variety of safety and health topics including risk management, safety culture, insurance, legal topics and regulations.
On Thursday, Feb. 20, NRCA will hold its Foreman Leadership Training, Level 1, program from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Field managers and foremen will learn how to manage and lead effectively, work well with all types of people, handle tough situations tactfully and motivate workers to improve job-site productivity.
Community Service Day
IRE’s 16th annual Community Service Day will be held prior to the convention Tuesday, Feb. 18, from 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sponsored by Sika® Sarnafil, Canton, Mass., and hosted by IRE and Rebuilding Together,® volunteers will help renovate and repair the homes of San Antonio residents in need. A volunteer registration fee will cover the costs of transportation, breakfast, lunch and beverages.
You also can donate to help reach a goal of $10,000 to fund home repairs and spread the word about Community Service Day. To volunteer or make a donation, visit theroofingexpo.com/en/events.html or contact Brandi McElhaney, Informa’s senior conference manager, at brandi.mcelhaney@informa.com.
At the expo
On Wednesday, Feb. 19, Reid Ribble, former U.S. congressman and former CEO of NRCA, will deliver his keynote address, “Is the American Dream Dead?” from 9:30-10:50 a.m. Ribble will discuss the current state of the American dream and why people continue to seek it.
The EmpowerAll Together Reception, sponsored by IRE, Latinos En Roofing, NRCA and NWIR, will be held Wednesday, Feb. 19, from 4-5 p.m. Attendees can connect with industry leaders and peers to celebrate unity in the roofing community.
A welcome party will be held at the Henry B. González Convention Center Wednesday, Feb. 19, from 5-7 p.m. Guests are invited to relax and connect with friends and peers while enjoying drinks and appetizers.
During the trade show, visit NRCA Booths 9077 and 8079 to speak with NRCA staff and members to learn about the benefits of NRCA membership and offerings.
ROOFPAC
On Tuesday, Feb. 18, ROOFPAC, NRCA’s political action committee, will host its fundraising reception, an event held with NWIR, at Smoke Skybar from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Attendees are invited to enjoy a cocktail reception and live auction with opportunities to bid on vacations, artwork and more.
ROOFPAC’s annual silent auction will be held Wednesday, Feb. 19, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Thursday, Feb. 20, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Participants can view silent auction items at NRCA Booth 9077 and place bids via roofpac25.givesmart.com. All proceeds will support ROOFPAC. For more information and to register, contact Teri Dorn, NRCA’s director of political affairs, at (202) 510-0929 or tdorn@nrca.net.
Student competition
The Roofing Alliance’s 11th annual Construction Management Student Competition will be held Thursday, Feb. 20, from 8-11:30 a.m. where five finalist teams selected by the competition’s judges will have 15 minutes each for oral presentations. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Antonio Airport has been selected as this year’s student project. The competition is designed to challenge students’ roofing knowledge, construction management skills, time management, and organizational and presentation skills.
Recognizing the best
Join NRCA in recognizing the recipients of the roofing industry’s most prestigious awards during NRCA’s Industry Awards and Reception Thursday, Feb. 20, from 5-7 p.m.
During the ceremony, the winning teams of the Roofing Alliance’s Construction Management Student Competition will be announced. A highlight of the event will be the presentation of the industry’s top awards: NRCA’s J.A. Piper Award; NRCA’s John Bradford Volunteer Award; the CNA/NRCA Community Involvement Award; NRCA’s Gold Circle Awards; the Roofing Alliance’s Most Valuable Player Awards and Bennett Award; and NRCA’s Charlie Raymond Award.
The J.A. Piper Award was established in 1947 to honor former NRCA President J.A. Piper’s extraordinary efforts to keep the association alive during the Great Depression. The award is presented annually to a roofing professional who has demonstrated outstanding service to NRCA and the industry. Previous winners have included NRCA presidents/chairmen of the board, committee members and other professionals who have dedicated their lives to advancing the industry.
Established by NRCA’s Awards Committee and named after a former NRCA president, the John Bradford Volunteer Award will be presented to a roofing industry professional who has demonstrated exceptional volunteerism with NRCA and in his or her community.
The CNA/NRCA Community Involvement Awards, a collaboration between CNA Insurance, Chicago, and NRCA, recognizes charitable works performed by NRCA contractor member companies between Jan. 1 and Nov. 24, 2024. The winning charity will receive $7,500; a second-place winner will receive $5,000; and a third-place winner will receive $2,500. A People’s Choice winning charity selected via online voting will receive $1,500.
NRCA’s Gold Circle Awards honor members for outstanding contributions to the industry in the form of unique roofing projects, programs and services. Award categories include Outstanding Workmanship and Innovative Solutions.
The Roofing Alliance’s MVP Awards recognize roofing professionals who achieve work-related and personal goals to which others aspire. Recipients are recognized for their outstanding performance/leadership and community involvement. One MVP Awards winner will be named Professional Roofing’s Best of the Best—an elite recognition co-sponsored by Professional Roofing magazine and OMG® Roofing Products, Agawam, Mass.—and will be featured in an article in Professional Roofing.
The Bennett Award is bestowed upon an individual who generously volunteers time and makes substantial contributions to propel the success of the Roofing Alliance.
Named for former NRCA president and J.A. Piper Award recipient Charlie Raymond, the Charlie Raymond Award is a prestigious annual award given to an NRCA member who has recruited the most new NRCA members during the calendar year.
All convention and expo attendees are invited to the ceremony to honor the winners and enjoy a cocktail reception during which complimentary beer, wine, soft drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be provided. The event is free though advance registration is requested.
Join us
You won’t want to miss out on learning about roofing industry advancements and connecting with other professionals during NRCA’s 138th Annual Convention and the 2025 IRE. Make your plans now to join the fun in San Antonio!
Registration information:
For more information and to register for NRCA’s 138th Annual Convention and the 2025 International Roofing Expo,® contact IRE’s Registration Customer Service team at (866) 860-1970 or (224) 563-3147 for individuals outside the U.S. You also can visit IRE’s website, theroofingexpo.com.
For more information about NRCA events and classes, contact the following:
AVERY TIMMONS is Professional Roofing’s editorial assistant.
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