From the distribution warehouses around the country, to the manufacturing facilities that churn out the roofing products that contractors consider their lifeblood during peak season, the challenges of the past year have been daunting.

Trying to gauge the pulse of the roofing industry each and every year continues to be a challenge, particularly as roofers undergo monumental changes in how they price, sell, manage and organize their jobs. In addition to the survey circulated last fall that laid the foundation for the 2022 State of the Industry Report, RC also sought out the opinions of leaders from all segments of the industry. 

As part of RC’s continuing coverage, here’s what several leaders had to say about their experiences in 2021, where and how they found some stability, and where they believe the industry is going as a whole.

• Dave Feitl Q&A
• Jennifer Ford-Smith Q&A
• Rick Duncan Q&A
• Lynn Foster Q&A
• Mike Jost Q&A
• Renee Ramey Q&A
• Justin Koscher Q&A
• Erik Vargas Q&A
• Jeff Williams Q&A
• Jim Schnepper Q&A