Exterior Contractor Alliance

07/22/2026

Learning Academy Sessions at the 2026 FEI Group National Conference are packed with expert-led presentations designed to help you lead smarter, sell better, and stay ahead of what's next. This year's lineup includes:

AI & Technology:
Jim Spellos – Everything You Need to Know About AI… But Didn't Know to Ask
Jim Spellos – From Basics to Brilliance: A Deeper Dive into Your AI Toolkit
Rosalynn Verges – Reimagining the Org Chart with AI
Bailey Wood – AI SEO: Understanding the Shift and How to Stay Visible

Sales & Business Growth:
Lynne Jensen-Nelson – Beyond the Bid: Driving Builder Sales
John Palumbo – Becoming Highly Persuasive

Industry & Market Insights:
Ronald D. Ciotti – Tariff Reality: How Smart Companies Are Adapting
Paij Thorn-Brooks & Patrick Warren – 2027 Trends in Kitchen, Bath & Flooring
Scot Davis & Kevin O. – Weathering the Storm Together: Building a Resilient Supply Chain

Leadership & Operations:
Dr. Jermaine M. Davis – Influencing Up, Down & Across Your Organization
Melanie Towey – Process: Why Great Teams Don't Wing It

Whether you're looking to sharpen your AI skills, strengthen your leadership, improve operations, or better understand where our industry is headed, there's a session built for you.

Come ready to learn, connect, and leave Phoenix with practical ideas you can put to work immediately.

07/21/2026

We're excited to see our 2026 National Conference featured by RoofersCoffeeShop®!

This year's conference is shaping up to be one of our best yet, bringing together members, supply partners, and industry leaders for three days of learning, networking, and meaningful connections in Phoenix.

From Damon West's inspiring keynote to an incredible lineup of Learning Academy Sessions covering AI, sales, leadership, economic trends, supply chain, marketing, and more, attendees will leave with practical insights they can put to work immediately.

A big thank you to RoofersCoffeeShop for highlighting what's ahead. We can't wait to welcome everyone to the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge this October!

Read the full article below.

As always, FEI Group’s valued supply partners will play a central role in the conference experience. FEI Group is proud to announce that its 2026 National Conference will take place at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge, October 21-23. Bringing together members, supply partners, and industry lea...

07/09/2026

Flashback from last year’s National Conference. Thanks to our industry partnership with Rooferscoffeeshop.com and Alex Tolle for capturing ECA Member, John Munson of Reroof America Contractors Oklahoma sharing his “why.”

07/09/2026

Last month, our Exterior Contractor Alliance Advisory Council gathered in Rapid City, South Dakota, for an incredible day of collaboration hosted by Black Hills Exteriors. Along with a tour of their impressive facility, members came together to share perspectives, strengthen relationships, and help shape the future of the ECA network. The day wrapped up with a visit to the iconic Mount Rushmore, followed by a fantastic dinner hosted by LP.

A special thank you to our Advisory Council members who made the trip and shared their time and expertise: Marcus Kuhlmann (Apple Roofing), Chad Enger (Black Hills Exteriors), Doug Cooper (Advocate Construction), Joe Hoffman (Omnia Exterior Solutions), Lee Lipniskis (Levello Construction), Jewels DeCorsey (All Craft Exteriors), Graham Howerton, Brian Penabad, Keely Roberts, and Marshall Beldon.

We're also grateful to LP's Zach Swanson and Chad Gilman for hosting a wonderful dinner and helping make the event a memorable one.

We appreciate the leadership, collaboration, and commitment our Advisory Council continues to bring to the ECA network, and we can't wait to see everyone again at the FEI Group National Conference this October in Phoenix! Will we see you there?

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from all of us at FEI Group! ❤️🤍💙

Today, we celebrate the spirit of independence, the strength of our communities, and the partnerships that help us build a brighter future together.

We're grateful for our incredible members, supply partners, service providers, and team who continue to make the FEI Group network stronger through collaboration, innovation, and shared success.

We hope you enjoy a safe, relaxing holiday filled with family, friends, and time to celebrate.

Happy 250th Independence Day!

06/29/2026

🚨 Member Registration is NOW OPEN for the FEI Group 2026 National Conference! 🚨

We're excited to announce that Damon West will be our 2026 keynote speaker!

Damon's story is one you won't forget. After losing everything to addiction and spending more than seven years in a Texas prison, he completely turned his life around. Today, he's a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, internationally recognized speaker, and the creator of the powerful Coffee Bean message that has inspired Fortune 500 companies, professional sports teams, the U.S. Army, and leaders around the world.

His keynote is sure to challenge your perspective, inspire your team, and leave you with practical lessons you can apply long after the conference ends.

📍FEI Group 2026 National Conference
October 21-23, 2026
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Phoenix, Arizona

This is your chance to connect with fellow FEI Group members and partners, hear from industry experts, discover new ideas, and invest in your business and leadership.

Will you be there?

06/22/2026

Thank you to RoofersCoffeeShop® for featuring ECA!

We're so proud to see the conversations happening around leadership, representation, and the future of the exterior contracting industry. As ECA continues to grow, we're committed to creating opportunities for contractors to connect, learn, and help shape what's next for our industry.

Congrats to Lee Lipniskis and Jewels DeCorsey on their appointments to the ECA Board of Directors. Their perspectives, experience, and leadership will help strengthen ECA and the contractor community for years to come.

We're excited about the future and grateful to everyone who continues to be part of it.

Check out the article here: https://hubs.ly/Q04m8CjZ0

05/26/2026

Last week was an incredible reminder of what's possible when great partners show up for you.

ECA had the honor of joining DaVinci Roofscapes at their Lenexa, KS facility for an exclusive ECA x DaVinci training event.

Our members spent the day going deep:
- Behind-the-scenes plant tours
- Product knowledge & DMC training
- Hands-on installation sessions
- Proven sales strategies from the DaVinci team

And then DaVinci took it to another level: a Kansas City Royals suite night, capped off by Super Bowl champion Buck Rasmussen sharing what it truly means to win.

A huge thank you to everyone who made this day exceptional: Danielle Wiese Tom Dring Jeff Karo Theo Maglio Megan Stone Buck Rasmussen Marshall Beldon Keely Roberts Randy McNatt Brian Penabad

And to the incredible companies who showed up and showed out:
LYNX ROOFING Advocate Construction Interstate Roofing McCoy Roofing Aligned Exteriors Group Whitney Roofing Reroof America Contractors Aspen Contracting, Inc H and S LLP Lone-Star Roof Systems