RC Publisher Jill Bloom catches up with Fred Horner, MRCA president, during the association's annual conference to hear what the MRCA has achieved in the past year.

The roofing industry is saddened by the loss of Naphis Mitchell-Reyes, Sr., who passed away on Oct. 16, 2021 in Dallas. He was 56 years old.

The new Hot Air and Induction Welding Safety Training teaches methods for identifying and controlling the hazards involved with installing roofing systems using electricity powered equipment.

Those who register and attend the MRCA's 71st Conference and Expo receive a chance to win a Harley-Davidson motorcycle in Milwaukee.

Bechtel served in top positions with multiple roofing associations, including the National Roofing Contractors Association and Miami Valley Roofing and Sheet Metal Association.

The MRCA's annual program recognizes member companies that demonstrate a commitment to improving jobsite safety.

This year's program provided the highest number of scholarships that the MRCA has given in a single year, totaling 20 recipients.

Students enrolled or provisionally enrolled in a trade school, college or university and are associated with an MRCA member company can apply.

Employees can get their CERTA Applicator Training right from their office with the MRCA's new online program.

The MRCA is encouraging roofing contractors to check out its new website and, while they're at it, submit an application to its annual safety award program.