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Presented by the National Roofing Contractors Association, the Stories of an Extraordinary Industry podcast is meant to enlighten, educate and inspire. From the roof system installers to the manufacturers and everyone in between, the roofing industry is made up of incredibly talented people. This is where we tell their stories.
Episodes

Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Sweet Josephine Lilly
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
A 4-year-old girl from Jamaica inspires a homeless roofer to go after his dream job. When tragedy strikes, will the roofer turn it into triumph?
Sponsored by the NRCA Health Care Program

Wednesday Jun 16, 2021
Two Simple Words
Wednesday Jun 16, 2021
Wednesday Jun 16, 2021
How does a community of roofing industry competitors create friendly competition? With two simple words.
Sponsored by NRCA's Qualified Trainer Conference

Wednesday Jan 06, 2021
A Look Back: What We Learned
Wednesday Jan 06, 2021
Wednesday Jan 06, 2021
NRCA CEO Reid Ribble recaps Season 1 of “Stories of an Extraordinary Industry,” including what he learned, what surprised him and behind-the-scenes stories.
Sponsored by Tecta America

Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
Roofers United (Revised)
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
We look back at a time when the roofing industry rallied together in the face of tragedy and showed the world this country can be united.
Sponsored by the Roofing Alliance

Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
BONUS: No Roofer Left Behind (Revised)
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
This episode is a continuation of the “No Roofer Left Behind” episode, offering tips for supporting someone struggling with mental health issues and substance abuse.
Sponsored by the NRCA Health Care Program

Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
No Roofer Left Behind
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
They survived a car crash, the death of their parents and substance abuse. The Dunlap brothers from Wapakoneta, Ohio, want you to know the roofing industry will not leave you behind.
Sponsored by the NRCA Health Care Program

Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
10 Keys to Keeping Your Workers
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
Wednesday Oct 07, 2020
How many superintendents in the U.S. have been working at the same roofing company for 49 years? Learn how Graham Roofing, West Point, Miss., ensures its talented employees stay.
Sponsored by the NRCA Health Care Program

Wednesday Sep 16, 2020
Roofing ”Jerry’s World”
Wednesday Sep 16, 2020
Wednesday Sep 16, 2020
Football is back, so let's head to Arlington, Texas, where a roofing company takes on the challenge of installing a roof on one of the steepest and largest football stadiums in the U.S.
Sponsored by the NRCA Health Care Program

Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
Innovation Comes from Unlikely Places
Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
Wednesday Sep 02, 2020
NRCA tells the story of a man who had a long and winding journey that led to becoming the president of a $3 billion roofing materials manufacturing company. The story reveals three keys to being at the forefront of innovation and will encourage anyone who is concerned life’s road has too many hairpin turns.
Sponsored by Bitumar

Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
No Room for Hostility
Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
We profile a roofing industry leader who handled difficult life circumstances that had the potential to rip her company apart. Learn how she created a company culture that can stand strong when times get tough.
Sponsored by the Roofing Alliance