b'Presidents MessageBREAKING THROUGH BARRIERS IN SCHAUMBURG Laurie Moore, MRCA PresidentA s roofing contractors,push further than we thought possible. A U.S. Olympian and former we know this industry isNFL player, Johnnys story of resilience and determinationof not for the faint of heart.breaking through barriers and reinventing himself from football to Every day brings challenges Olympic bobsleddingis a powerful reminder that setbacks are whether its safety risks on steepsimply setups for comebacks. His keynote, Breaking Through slopes, navigating compliance,Barriers: Unleash Resilience, Determination and Growth managingtechnology,orfor Unbounded Success, will challenge each of us to reframe preparing the next generation ofobstacles as opportunities and leave with a renewed commitment leaders. Thats why our annualto growth.conference is more than just a gathering; its a chance to sharpen our tools, build resilience, and strengthen the network that helps usWell also continue the important conversations that define our all succeed. I am excited to invite you to join us in Schaumburg,industry. The Signatory Contractors Roundtable and Happy Hour Illinois, October 2022, 2025, for a conference designed to meetwill provide insights into labor relations, bargaining trends, you where you are and prepare you for whats ahead. ERISA fund issues, and whats ahead in the regulatory landscape This years lineup is exceptional. We begin with The Risk onfor union employers.the Roof: A Residential Steep Slope Panel, where real-worldAnd for those looking to dig into the technical side, Richard contractor experiences will underscore the importance of properKoziol and Heidi Mase of WJE will present their collaborative subcontractor agreements, safety programs, and the protectionsMRCA research on moisture effects in roof sheathing, while a available through MRCA membership. Stories like thesetragicrepresentative from NRCA will update us on the latest technical losses on jobsites and serious heat stress investigationsremindissues impacting low-slope roofing. These sessions bring data-us that liability is real, but also that tools like the MRCA Businessdriven insights and industry expertise straight to your team.Management Forms, SHARP+ Safety Program, and access toEvery year, I leave our conference reminded that while we legal counsel can make all the difference. each face unique challenges, we are stronger when we come Safety remains at the forefront with Frank J. Marino, CSPtogether. Schaumburg will be no different. Whether you are of Safety Check, Inc., offering a practical decision-makinglooking to improve safety, embrace technology, plan for your framework for service crews handling short-duration work. Wecompanys future, or simply find encouragement to keep pressing know the hardest risks to control are often the ones that sneakforwardyou will find it here.up on usthis session is built to address those exact scenarios. I look forward to seeing you in Schaumburg this October, ready Technology and change are here whether were ready or not.to learn, connect, and break through barriers together.Kevin Fox of FoxWerx Group will take us through TheWarm regards,Connected Contractor: AI, Automation, and Cybersecurity You Can Actually Use. From affordable AI tools to protecting your business from phishing and ransomware, Kevin will show how contractors can embrace technology to work smarter and safer without breaking the bank. Laurie MooreLooking ahead, we also face the question every business ownerMRCA Presidentmust consider: What happens next? Lee and Terry Resnick ofKreiling Roofing Companythe Resnick Succession Group will guide us through succession planning as a processnot a one-time event. Their session, Assuring the Continuation of Your Company, will tackle continuation goals, tax implications, and the cultural mindset needed to ensure leadership transitions are grounded in character, not just lineage. Of course, our keynote speaker, Johnny Quinn, will inspire us to 4 www.mrca.orgMidwest Roofer'