Our Mission

At ARE we will share our knowledge and passion for roofing and building science with all industry stakeholders thorough high-quality, accessible training along with professional and technical development opportunities.

We are dedicated to supporting the roofing industry and being a strategic partner helping others meet their objectives. As a result of these partnerships, our professional and technical development opportunities create an industry that is efficient, effective, and a good steward of resources.

Roofing Education Today

The roofing industry lacks brand neutral training targeted to non-technician training and development. This has created a gap in knowledge for those working in the industry as salespeople, architects, estimators, manufacturers- sales, marketing, R&D and technical reps, independent reps, distributors, contractor office/support staff, insurance adjusters, inspectors, facility owners/mangers, and others.

This gap often leads to roofing projects that fail prematurely due to lack of knowledge, options, analysis or investigation by all or some associated stakeholders. These failures create bad will in the marketplace, wastes money and resources, and increases cost of ownership and operating for all parties.

At ARE we will help close the gap by offering professional and technical training to the industry in a common sense manner that can be understood by all.

Our Goal

ARE will lead change in the roofing industry with meaningful learning and development opportunities presented in a way that all stakeholders can understand. We will conduct ourselves with a high degree of professionalism, offer relevant content and create true trusted advisors who advocate for and advise their clients through a more thorough understanding of the industry.

ARE actively supports participation in meaningful hands-on learning activities and the application of new knowledge and skills on the job.
Training and development provided in many different, easily accessible ways to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
People attending our training programs learn valuable knowledge and skills in ways that enhance learning, retention, and application.

The professional development of the roofing industry is important to:

Make the most of our human talent and potential
Inform, educate, and inspire people to reach their professional goals
Provide accurate and meaningful guidance to our customers
Create an industry environment that both challenges and supports people
Accomplish our goals faster and easier, with less stress and more enjoyment