Weekly RCAW Connect - November 17, 2021
Watch your mail next week for your 2022 Membership Renewal Package.

It is full of amazing information and benefits and we are having a drawing for a fabulous trip to Mexico for one lucky member.

Details are in the package.
We had an amazing time on Saturday at National Women in Roofing's Paint & Sip event at Pinot's Palette in Puyallup, WA!

Thank you to RCAW Palladium Sponsor PABCO Roofing Products for sponsoring this great event for the NWIR Seattle Chapter.
The new federal rule would be the first of its kind and will likely be far reaching. Though most roofers are settling in for the cold winter months, summer is already heating up on the regulatory front thanks to a new heat injury and illness prevention rule OSHA is devising. Although the rule may take time to develop, industry leaders say now is the time to start preparing. READ MORE
The 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday reaffirmed its previous decision halting the Biden administration's COVID-19 vaccination requirement for businesses with at least 100 workers, rejecting a challenge by the federal government. The court said the mandate, which was set to take effect Jan. 4, exceeds the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's authority. Full Story: Reuters
RoofersCoffeeShop® Releases Latest Roofing Industry Trends Report

This Trends Report focuses on the labor shortage and top business and contractor needs and challenges.

(Sisters, Oregon, November 16, 2021) – RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning place where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, announces the release of its latest Roofing Industry Trends Report. This Trends Report, which gathered information throughout 2019 and 2020, focuses on the labor shortage, the top business needs in the industry and contractors' greatest needs and challenges.
“RoofersCoffeeShop is committed to the roofing industry and the contractors who make it great,” stated Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS president. “We want to know what the industry is seeing and experiencing as they continue to roof and protect buildings across the nation. The strength of the industry lies in the knowledge of the professionals and their ability to network, gain ongoing education and communicate effectively.” 
Nearly 70% of respondents identified labor retention and recruitment as a top business issue. COVID-19, product costs, safety, technology and competition also stood out as challenges contractors are facing. From the information gathered, digital-based marketing is a significant need within the roofing industry with contractors responding that website, digital advertising, marketing plans and content are among their greatest needs.

Since 2016, RCS has surveyed contractors in the industry and developed three Trends Reports to date that focus on the challenges faced by contractors, their likes and the tools they are using to build their businesses.
Join us on December 11, 2021 at the Bellevue Marriott for the Holiday Gala. Along with the amazing chef created dishes above (there are also vegan and vegetarian options available) we have an amazing night planned full of fun and surprises. And, as our tradition, we will be honoring the men and women from the US Marines who selflessly give of their time and energy at the holiday season for Toys for Tots. The group will be our guests and on hand to collect your toys and donations.

Don't miss out on this holiday tradition - space is limited, register today.
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