NWiR Day 2023: Full Schedule

***Agenda is tentative to change***

8:30am CST

*Welcome Remarks and Opening Session

Join us as we kick off the 6th annual NWiR Day!

Speakers

Michelle Boykin

Executive Chair - NWiR, Chief Operating Officer, Rackley Roofing

Jennifer Keegan

Vice-Chair - NWiR, Director, Building & Roofing Science, GAF

How do you respond to the HERdles we often face? Upstanders have the courage to speak up when they see someone being mistreated. These are superheroes - they act with integrity and make a difference. Join this interactive session to find the path to unlocking the inner super shero... Read More →

Sunday March 5, 2023 8:30am - 9:15am CST
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General Session

8:30am CST

Annual Meeting of the Members

Speakers

Ellen Thorp, M.A., CAE

Executive Director, National Women in Roofing

Sunday March 5, 2023 8:30am - 9:15am CST
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General Session

8:30am CST

Community Service Update

Speakers

Stephanie Baird

General Manager, Bliss Roofing

Dawn Holsinger

Managing Partner, Delta Rep Group

Susan DeGrassi

President & COO, Antis Roofing & Waterproofing

Susan DeGrassi is a tenured and respected leader that values creating strong relationships that foster growth, serve others and create connections. As the President & COO she oversees the operations of the business with a special focus on corporate social responsibility efforts... Read More →

Sunday March 5, 2023 8:30am - 9:15am CST
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General Session

9:15am CST

Keynote - Finding Your Path: 2023 and Beyond

Your role, and the entire world of work continues to change year by year and sometimes day by day. How do you secure your footing on the path to your best future? We’ll explore the path of work from hire to retire in today’s marketplace and how you, as women leaders, can best position yourself for the future you deserve.

Speakers

Nora Burns

Speaker, Leadership Advisor, Executive Coach

As a college student Nora was already managing a team of 100+ event staff. She oversaw details of a variety of events including the Chicago Bears training camp. (Oh, the stories). 20+ years later she has built a career helping organizations reimagine the employee experience. She... Read More →

Sunday March 5, 2023 9:15am - 10:30am CST
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General Session

10:45am CST

The Path to Your Inner Super Shero: Being an Upstander

Speakers

Jennifer Keegan

Vice-Chair - NWiR, Director, Building & Roofing Science, GAF

Upstander PPT pdf

Sunday March 5, 2023 10:45am - 11:45am CST
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Breakout Session

1:15pm CST

Understanding Marketing Data & How it Drives Success

Data is the core to understanding and refining your lead sources. Quality data can help solidify your best avenues for business success.

Speakers

Anna Anderson

CEO, Art Unlimited

Anna Chapman Anderson, CEO of Art Unlimited, has grown up working in the marketing industry. As a second-generation owner, Anna is leading Art Unlimited within multiple industries and specialties. She speaks on national stages across the United States and works alongside business... Read More →

Sunday March 5, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm CST
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Breakout Session

2:30pm CST

The Value of Mental Health Awareness in the Roofing Industry

When you think about job site hazards, physical risks are probably at the top of the list — an unprotected fall, an unmarked restricted zone, etc. But what about the dangers you can’t see? Construction workers are statistically at a higher risk for mental health issues than virtually every other profession and have the highest suicide rates of all industries according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). A 2020 study found that 83% of construction workers have experienced a mental health issue. This session will provide solid solutions and resources on the value of mental health awareness initiatives to provide safer job sites, a more profitable business, and combating the labor shortage by helping to attract, engage and retain your workforce.

Speakers

Mandy McIntyre

Owner, Level Up Consultants

Mandy McIntyre is the Owner of Level Up Consultants in Cleveland, Ohio. Before starting her own business, she was Vice President of 1st Choice Roofing Company in Cleveland where she worked for nearly 10 years in the roofing industry. She serves on the NWiR DEI Committee, is Chair... Read More →

Mental Health vs Mental Illness LEVEL UP Toolbox Talk pdf

Sunday March 5, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
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Breakout Session

3:45pm CST

REAL Roofing: Moving the Roofing Industry Forward with Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

This session will provide an overview of the NWiR’s REAL Roofing program and a space for open discussion. We’ll review exactly what DEI means and how it can be applied within the roofing industry. You’ll gain insight into how the program operates, and how it can assist your recruiting and retention efforts along with elevating your confidence when discussing these topics.

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