b'Presidents MessageA CALL TO ENGAGEBill Seibert, MRCA PresidentD ear Members of theand sees tangible benefit from their affiliation.Midwest RoofingLooking aheadContractors Association,Im excited to announce that our 76th Annual Conference & Expo As I take on the honor of servingwill be held at The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village as your incoming President, Iin Cape Coral, FL November 18-19, 2026. The setting in Cape want to share my gratitude andCoral offers not only a beautiful destination but also a relaxed enthusiasm for the journey ahead.environment where business gets done and relationships are It is a privilege to follow in thestrengthened.footsteps of dedicated leadersMRCAs Conference will feature not only a new venue, but a and members who have helped build our association into anew format as well designed to maximize value and connections. meaningful force for the roofing industry in the Midwest. The compact timeframe (two full days) is designed to respect Looking back your busy schedules while delivering concentrated impact. The Our 75th Annual Conference & Expo in Schaumburg, Illinoisexpo floor, now vendor tabletop displays, will still showcase was a remarkable gathering of contractors, suppliers, educatorsmanufacturers and suppliers of all sizes as well as the latest and industry experts. Safety was front and center as MRCAroofing innovations and services and enhanced networking events recognized roughly two dozen roofing companies and individualwill allow more time for informal connections, peer-to-peer contractors with ELITE Safety Awards for their strongexchange, and those hallway conversations that often spark the commitments to job-site safety and risk management. Thebest ideas. educational sessions and expo floor reflected that dynamic mixMy goal is that this next conference is not just another date on of commercial and residential roofing highlighting innovationthe calendar, but a meaningful milestone for your business, your and regulation, job-site practice and business strategy. Theteam, and your network.networking and connection building were strong whether it tookA call to engage place in the exhibit hall, at the receptions or in the breakout sessions. Old friends and new were able to compare challenges,As we move into this term, I encourage every memberwhether share successes, and build relationships that will endure beyondyouve attended dozens of MRCA conferences or youre the two-day event. considering whether to join or re-engageto make the most of I believe those connections are a cornerstone of what makeswhat MRCA offers. Attend the local chapter meetings, engage MRCA strong. When you meet someone across the hall whosin the committees, meet one new person at each event.Take experienced the same weather-driven market swings, or a supplieradvantage of the educational sessions, bring your team, and apply who has tested the same membrane system youre considering,what you learn. Use the expo floor as a resource: pick up one new the value of membership comes alive. idea, one new relationship, one new technique from each show. When you attend in Cape Coral, plan networking intentionally: Being a member of MRCA is far more than a badgeits aschedule a coffee, join a roundtable, stay a few minutes after the community. In this business we face evolving codes, materials,session and talk to the speaker or your neighbor.technologies (and workforce issues). Through MRCA we tap intoMembership and the relationships forged through this association collective know-how, not just from suppliers but from contractorsare investmentsnot just in your business but in your personal whove walked the rough slope before. Theres no substitute forprofessional future. Im looking forward to working with you, talking face to face with someone whos done what you are doing.growing with you, and seeing what we can accomplish together in The trust that forms at the show, at committee meetings, in local2026 and beyond.chapter gatheringsit becomes a resource. These relationships help you find solutions faster, avoid duplicate mistakes, andThank you for your trust, your commitment, and your identify new opportunities. Through MRCA youre not alone.participation. Lets make this a year of growth, connection, and Together we influence training, safety standards, and publicexcellence.perception of the roofing trade. Your membership amplifies yourWarm regards, voice and your business. The networking, the exposure to new products, the access to education - these translate into stronger operations, more resilient firms, and long-term competitiveness.My commitment as President is to foster even deeper connections among our membership, to ensure every member feels engagedBill SeibertMRCA President4 www.mrca.orgMidwest Roofer'