Roofing Alliance Announces Strengthened Collaborative Partnership with Informa Exhibitions

Supporting the Roofing Alliance helps shape important initiatives that improve the roofing industry.  

The Roofing Alliance announces that Informa Exhibitions, Dallas, Texas, has enhanced its strategic partnership to include ongoing annual contributions and recognizes them as a Governor Level member.  

Informa Exhibitions, who presents the International Roofing Expo (IRE) yearly, is committed to being a part of the roofing industry.  Show Director Rich Russo said, “Informa wants to invest in the strong work that the Roofing Alliance is doing.  It is important to us to support the roofing industry and all the good deeds, research and thought leadership supported by the Roofing Alliance.” 

The Roofing Alliance has attracted some of the best and brightest roofing professionals in the industry. Together, they select and provide oversight of programs and funding for progressive research that shapes, improves and advances the roofing industry in four key areas: education and training, technology, sustainability and philanthropy. 

“Our relationship with Informa is critical and we are very happy to have their commitment to provide support.  Participation is vital within the Roofing Alliance, and much of the organization’s strength comes from its broad base of supportive contributors,” said Executive Director Alison L. LaValley, CAE. “The IRE and our Student Competition are important events for the industry. We are appreciative of Informa’s past support and look forward to their continued involvement year-round.”  

For more information about how to get involved and make a commitment to the Roofing Alliance, please contact Alison L. LaValley, CAE at alavalley@nrca.net or visit roofingalliance.net.  

About the Informa Markets  

Informa Markets, a subsidiary of Informa plc (LON:INF), creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. Our portfolio comprises more than 550 international B2B events and brands in markets including Engineering, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Construction & Real Estate, Fashion & Apparel, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, and Health & Nutrition, among others. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content and actionable data solutions. As the world's leading exhibitions organizer, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, visit www.informamarkets.com.

About International Roofing Expo 

The International Roofing Expo® is the premier event for both the commercial and residential roofing and exterior construction industries. The IRE brings the professional community together to help them stay current on trending knowledge and to see the largest selection of products and services. The event helps professionals improve their business through education, exhibitions, and networking. The International Roofing Expo is owned and operated by Informa Markets. The official show sponsor is NRCA, and the official show publication is Roofing Contractor. For more information, please visit www.theroofingexpo.com.  

About the Roofing Alliance  

The Roofing Alliance is committed to shaping the industry’s future by funding education, research, scholarships and philanthropic initiatives—all for the purpose of securing the industry’s future excellence.  Composed of 191 members representing extraordinary leaders from the contracting, manufacturing, distribution and service provider communities, the Roofing Alliance has committed $14 million to enhance the performance and long-term viability of the industry and allocated more than $5.9 million to fund 53 research, education, technical and philanthropic programs and projects.  Serving as the foundation of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), Roofing Alliance members are focused on giving back and supporting high-quality educational programs and ensuring timely and forward-thinking industry responses to major economic and technological issues.  For more information about Roofing Alliance initiatives, visit roofingalliance.net.