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Presented by the National Roofing Contractors Association, RoofTalk with NRCA is the go-to podcast for roofing professionals. Join our host and expert guests as they break down the issues that matter—from safety and legislation to workforce and technical issues—to keep you informed and help you grow your roofing business. You also can watch episodes on YouTube by subscribing to www.youtube.com/@OfficialNRCA.
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Jul 17, 2026
Jul 17, 2026
29 min
Connecting with local CTE schools can be a great way to find roofing workers. Learn about tips for fostering relationships with local educators.
Guests:
Rebecca Eller-Molitas, NRCA’s director of CTE engagement
Sherri Miles, president of Miles Roofing Inc.
Tim Stephens, vice president of operations at Architectural Sheet Metal Inc.
Show notes:
Topics and links for this episode include:
-Career and technical education programs
-The roofing industry’s workforce challenges
-Obstacles to connecting with CTE schools
-What educators are looking for from the roofing industry
-Why contractors are hesitant to reach out to schools
-Roofing curriculum available for schools
-How a contractor can start getting involved
-The role of SkillsUSA and its impact on the roofing industry
-Framing roofing as a career and not a job
-Real-world examples of how CTE programs have affected roofing companies
-Using NRCA as a resource to help connect with schools and educators
-NRCA’s workforce development resources
-National Center for Construction Education & Research
-Professional Roofing article, “Kids in the hole”
-Professional Roofing article, “The future of roofing”
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