www.mrca.org — Midwest Roofer 20 www.mrca.org — Midwest Roofer 20 TUESDAY october 21st 7:30 am–4:00 pm Registration (SCHAUMBURG NORTH FOYER) 7:30 am–9:30 am Breakfast (SCHAUMBURG EAST FOYER) 7:30 am–11 am Exhibitor Set-Up (DISCOVERY & ADVENTURE HALLS) EDUCATION SESSIONS The Connected Contractor: AI, Automation, and Cybersecurity You Can Actually Use 8:00 am–9:30 am SCHAUMBURG EF Speaker: Kevin Fox – FoxWerx Group Wondering how AI can actually help your roofing business? This session answers that and more—covering real tools, real use cases, and a roadmap for getting started without breaking the bank. You’ll also learn how to defend your business from rising cybersecurity threats like phishing and ransomware. This session is built to empower, not overwhelm. Mitigate Risk on the Roof: Lessons from Real-World Subcontract Agreements and How They Protect Your Company PART 1 8:00 am–9:30 am SCHAUMBURG GH Speaker: Gary Auman – Auman, Mahan & Furry and MRCA Legal Counsel Gary will break down the key legal aspects of subcontracting in the roofing industry, with a focus on safety and compliance. As you are aware we are still in a not-well defined definition of a “true” independent contractor. We’ll cover the essentials to help you better navigate subcontractor relationships and minimize risks. We will also discuss the safety obligations the contractor still has even with a well-drawn contract. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of the legal landscape and how to keep your projects running smoothly and safely. PART 2 An MRCA Residential & Steep Slope Committee Panel Discussion with: Speakers: Luke Haines - Roofmasters Roofing & Sheet Metal Co., Inc. - Hays, KS Matt Smith - Fat Matt Roofing - Abilene, TX Brett Tesson - Tesson Roofing & Exteriors, LLC - Arnold, MO Bill Seibert - Fisher Roofing of Kearney - Kearney, NE Subcontracting can help roofing contractors grow—but it also carries risks without the right agreements in place. In this panel, seasoned roofers with real-world experience will share the must- have provisions to include in every subcontractor agreement, covering insurance, safety responsibilities, and branding protections so you can safeguard your business and reputation. Detailed Schedule BREAK 9:30 am – 9:40 am Assuring the Continuation of Your Company: Planning as a Process and Understanding the Options for Positioning Your Company to Meet Continuation Goals 9:40 am – 10:40 am SCHAUMBURG EF Speaker: Lee Resnick & Terry Resnick - Resnick Succession Group Succession planning is not an isolated event. Your continuation goals can start now as your business evolves to meet your short term and long-term plans. But you need to know your options and understand the tax implications of your decisions for you, your employees and your business – maybe even your community! This fast-paced seminar will offer practical tips to better evaluate succession options and begin now to lay the groundwork for your business evolution. Safety on Roofing Service Projects 9:40 am – 10:40 am SCHAUMBURG GH Speaker: Frank J. Marino, CSP – Safety Check, Inc. Developing and implementing safety programs for a roofing contractor can be a challenging task—especially when it comes to creating a program tailored specifically for the Service Department. This seminar will explore best practices for improving safety in your Service Department, with a focus on the following key areas: • Differences in fall protection requirements for the Service Department • OSHA enforcement specific to Service Department activities • Effective monitoring and enforcement of safety policies for Service Department employees • Determining when a service project transitions into a production project www.mrca.org — Midwest Roofer 20
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