Industry Updates Governor DeSantis Appoints Eleven to the Florida Building Commission
Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of James Batts, David Compton, Brian Langille, Asael Marrero, Bradley Schiffer, Frederick Schilling Jr. and Stephen Wilcox and the reappointment of Michael Bourré, David John, James Schock and Brian Swope to the Florida Building Commission. Brian Swope, CPRC is the Vice President of Tampa Roofing Company. He is the Chairman of the Commission’s Roofing Technical Advisory Committee, FRSA Past President and Life Member. Brian earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Mississippi. Stephen Wilcox is the Building Official for the Sumter County Board of County Commissioners. Previously, he was a Plans Examiner for the Sumter County Board of County Commissioners. Stephen is a member of the Building Officials Association of Florida. James Schock is the Senior Plans Examiner for St. Johns County. He is a veteran of the US Army Corp of Engineers and previously served as the Building Official for the City of Jacksonville. Jim earned his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Drexel University.
Leading with his heart, Terry volunteers his time as a teacher at the American Builders and Contractors Association Institute Apprenticeship program and as a presenter at the Broward County Boys and Girls Club Construction Career Day. He is dedicated to mentorship and developing the next generation of roofers. Student Competition The six final teams gave oral presentations at the ninth annual Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition. This year, the teams were tasked with submitting a qualified bid package for Globe Life Field. The oral presentation scores were combined with the teams’ written proposal scores to determine the winning team. The Roofing Alliance is proud to announce the top three schools: First place: Clemson University Second place: University of Florida Third place: Texas A&M University
McElroy Metal Announces Personnel Changes
The Roofing Alliance Announces Winners at NRCA’s Awards Ceremony The Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), proudly announces this year’s winners of the Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards, Best of the Best Award and Student Competition winners who were recognized at NRCA’s Awards Ceremony held during the International Roofing Expo in Dallas.
Most Valuable Player Awards In the Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards’ 20th year, six finalists were recognized for their outstanding performance and leadership or outstanding community involvement. The MVP Program goes a step further with one of the MVP winners being named the Best of the Best winner. The Best of the Best award is an honor co-sponsored by OMG Roofing Products and Professional Roofing magazine. This year’s winner is Terry Tilsen – Superintendent at Advanced Roofing Inc., Ft. Lauderdale. Terry is described as a role model to roofers at all stages of their careers. He is known for his commitment to craftsmanship, his superior knowledge of roofing systems and strong work ethic. With more than 40 years in the trade, Terry’s strong work ethic serves as a model for all who follow him. 6
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Mark Lawson
Slone Scott
McElroy Metal announced that Mark Lawson, Vice President of Sales, is retiring after 38 years with the company. Slone Scott, the Midwest Regional Sales Manager who has been with McElroy Metal five years, has been selected as the company’s new Senior Director of Sales.
GAF Receives NRCA’s Charlie Raymond Award
During NRCA’s Awards Ceremony and Cocktail Reception on March 8, NRCA presented its Charlie Raymond Award to GAF, Parsippany, N.J. The Charlie Raymond Award is the most prestigious membership recruitment award NRCA bestows. The award annually honors a member for extraordinary