Education
IRE Conference Program Sponsored by
Propel your business and career forward by learning from industry experts at the International Roofing Expo. Each year thought-leaders come together to share their knowledge and deliver exceptional educational content. Our conference program features sessions for every career level, whether you are new to the industry or have years of experience.
Our program is designed by the industry, for the industry. The education programs at IRE provide you with skill-building, practical solutions you can take back and implement right away. Enhance your skills and gain a competitive edge in your field.
Education is a Top Priority at the IRE
Our content is curated, vetted, and presented by trailblazers in the roofing and exterior construction industries. The Live Edition will feature:
- 45+ Educational Sessions in Nine Tracks
- Free Show Floor Education Centers
- NRCA Educational Classes
- Hands-on Clinics
- Live Exhibitor Demos
Our conference program sessions will cover various topics organized by tracks that include General Business, Leadership, Legal/HR, Money Matters, Sales/Service, Sustainable Building, Technical, Exteriors, and Workplace Safety.
Featured Education Opportunities
Show Floor Education
Educational venues on the show floor make it convenient for you to experience illuminating and enlightening sessions to challenge conventional industry thinking, stimulate new ideas and address key issues.
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NRCA Education
As the voice and leading authority in the roofing industry for information, education, technology, and advocacy, NRCA will present various educational events to help attendees grow their skills and knowledge.
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General Session
In today's competitive marketplace, winning top talent requires more than compensation—it demands culture, leadership, and purpose. Leadership authority and former NFL wide receiver Eric Boles reveals how to maximize your most valuable asset: your people. Drawing from corporate and elite sports experience with the Green Bay Packers and New York Jets, Eric shares practical frameworks to engage teams, retain peak performers, and build intentional cultures that drive commitment and success. Discover actionable strategies to attract next-gen talent, bridge generational gaps, and create mentorship pathways that inspire loyalty. Leave with a definitive playbook to transform your workplace into a destination for elite talent.
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Building Clinics
These interactive metal roofing, roof details, single-ply roofing, and home improvement demonstrations, included with an Expo Pass, are presented by top industry experts in a real-world jobsite setting.
IRE Conference Program
Our program is built by industry leaders who understand your challenges because they live them every day. At IRE, you won't sit through theoretical lectures, you'll gain battletested strategies, actionable solutions, and practical skills you can implement the moment you return to your business. Walk away with the competitive advantage that separates industry leaders from the rest.
2027 Educational Tracks
The IRE conference program, available with a Super Pass, features the industry's premier speakers and educators. Whether you are new to the industry or a seasoned professional, you will find sessions to help you grow your business and expand your skills.
Workplace Safety
This track encompasses educational sessions focused on protecting worker health and safety in roofing operations through comprehensive training, regulatory compliance, and implementation of industry best practices.
Features: OSHA requirements, fall protection systems, hazard mitigation strategies, safety leadership development, and creating a culture of safety within roofing organizations
Money Matters
This track focuses on financial management, accounting practices, and business metrics specifically tailored for roofing contractors and companies. This educational pathway provides roofing professionals with essential knowledge and tools to improve their financial operations and business profitability.
Legal/HR
This track focuses on critical legal, regulatory, and human resources issues specific to the roofing industry. This educational pathway provides roofing professionals with essential knowledge about compliance requirements, risk management, and effective workforce management.
Leadership
This track focuses on developing effective management skills, communication strategies, and leadership capabilities specifically tailored for roofing industry professionals. This educational pathway is designed to help current and aspiring leaders navigate the unique challenges of managing teams in the roofing sector.
General Business
This track provides comprehensive education on fundamental business operations, strategies, and management practices specifically tailored for roofing contractors and companies. This educational pathway offers practical knowledge to help roofing professionals improve their overall business performance and sustainability.
Sales/Service
This track focuses on equipping roofing professionals with effective sales strategies, techniques, and processes to increase close rates and business success. This educational pathway emphasizes practical approaches to the sales process specifically tailored for the roofing industry.
Technical
This track focuses on installation techniques, codes, material specifications, system performance, and technical best practices for various roofing systems.
Sustainable
This track at the International Roofing Expo focuses on environmentally responsible roofing practices, materials, and systems.
Latino
This track (en Español) at the IRE is a specialized educational pathway designed specifically for Spanish-speaking roofing professionals. This track recognizes the significant contribution of Latino contractors to the roofing industry, with approximately 30% of the roofing workforce being Latino and Hispanic workers.
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Prioritize Growth With an All-Access Pass
If leveling up your skills and knowledge is your goal for IRE 2027, you need this year's Super Pass. You'll get access to educational sessions from all nine tracks, a welcome party ticket, and more!
Past Recordings
Did you miss a session you wanted to see, or do you like to share sessions with your team? Fleetwood Onsite Conference Recording audio-records the IRE conference program each year.
Raise the Roof in 2027
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