b'Committee OverviewsSteep Slope Ad Hoc CommitteeTechnical and Research CommitteeChairperson: Jim Peterson,Chairperson: Randy Adams, R. Adams Roofing, Inc.Indianapolis, Peterson Roofing, Inc.Mt.IndianaProspect, IllinoisPurpose:ThepurposeofPurpose:The T&R Committees primary purpose is to perform this Committee is to createthe investigation and analysis of any and all roofing materials, amembershipcampaignsystems and products which are or may be applied or used by the to recruit more contractorsAssociations members as determined by the Technical & Research andindustrysuppliersCommittee. from this industry segmentProjects: In December, the T&R Committee celebrated sixty-five into MRCA; to increase theyearsofindustry-changingresearchandreportingduringthe number of industry suppliers from this segment atMRCA Conference.An esteemed panel of past and current T&R Members discussed the the Expo; and to provide editorial content to MRrich legacy of this Committee and its positive impact on the entire roofing industry. All magazine that would support this industry group. past and present members of the T&R Committee were also honored as a group with Projects:ThisCommitteewillhostaspecialthe James Q. McCawley Award. This celebration has been followed by some powerful sectionontheExpofloorinKansasCityfornew research projects.The recently released report on water-based adhesives and SteepSlopeRoofingContractors.Thisspecialthe upcoming study on reflectivity show the T&R Committees continued value to the VIP program will be launched in September andindustry.will give these contractors a unique conference Young Contractors Councilexperiencetailoredtotheirspecificindustry interests.The Committee is also partnering with theArchitecturalSheetMetalCommitteetodo hands-on demonstrations in the MRCA MetalChairperson: Kevin Shop area of the tradeshow. Gwaltney, Diamond Roofing Dodge CityDodge City, KansasWomen in Roofing CouncilPurpose: The Young Contractors Council (YCC) is to help young roofing professionals Chairperson: Heidi Ellsworth,establish contacts and develop leadership Eagleview Technologies skills to succeed within the roofing industry.Bothwell, Washington The YCC is designed for roofing professionals under the age of 40 looking to meet with Co-Chairperson: Sharipeers and mentors to share best practices, learn more about the Carlozzi, HAPCO, Inc.Kent,roofing industry and network in a fun, social environment. Ohio Projects: By establishing this group, MRCA is contributing to Purpose: The purpose ofincreased professionalism within the industry, as well as positively this Council is to encourageimpacting leadership growth within member companies.By and recognize professionaldeveloping critical issues such as succession planning, industry excellence in women while providing educational, networking, and mentoringsafety and business management, MRCA will enhance members opportunities for women roofing industry professionals who are involved, workingbusiness growth, while cultivating future association leaders who or retired from the roofing industry. The council plants a positive footprint forcan continue the legacy of being the roofers advocate.The YCC has women in the roofing industry, empowering them to work at their best whileanother great service project scheduled with the Harvest Foodbank promoting their professional perception in the roofing industry. in Kansas City.They will also host a series of sessions and their Projects: This Counsel will present several sessions at the Kansas City Conferenceannual reception during the MRCA Conference.that will be valuable for both women and men in the industry.They will also host a reception for women interested in joining the group as they have been doing across the country since their launch in December.The WinR is developing their organizational structure and expanding their leadership team to reflect the diversity of the industry and to maintain a strong, long-term resource for MRCAs contractors and associate members.Midwest RooferAnnual Presidents Report 17'