JobNimbus, a customizable CRM and project management solution for roofing contractors, has launched JobNimbus Insights, a new reporting dashboard designed to offer company principals visibility into their key metrics and drive accountability in their business.

“JobNimbus Insights takes our reporting capabilities to the next level,” said Ben Hodson, CEO and co-founder of JobNimbus. “No matter the industry, you can’t manage a business effectively without having access to data. Insights give our roofers the numbers they need to really understand the health of their business and have the right information to make data-driven decisions.”

With this initial launch, JobNimbus Insights focuses on the sales side of a roofing business. Customers can get fast, accurate reports on metrics like:

• Lead flow: See how many leads are entering your system
• Lead mix: Find out where your leads are coming from
• Lead, close rate, sales volume (by sales rep): Get a 360-degree view of how each sales rep is performing
• Lead, close rate, sales volume (by lead source): Discover which of your lead sources yields the best results
• Lead, close rate, sales volume (by job type): Learn which type of job contributes the most to your success

With quick access to the most important numbers in their business, roofers can more easily spot bottlenecks, increase their throughput, optimize their ROI, and effectively manage their team.

For more information about JobNimbus and its included features, visit jobnimbus.com.

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Nations Roof, one of the country’s largest roofing contractors and No. 4 on Roofing Contractor’s Top 100 contractors for 2022, announced that founder and CEO Rich Nugent would take on the newly established role of chairman of the board.

In a news release, the company stated that in addition to Nugent becoming chairman, company President and COO Jake Hyatt had been promoted to chief executive officer. Founded in 2004, Nations Roof has grown to serve local and national accounts through its National Service Center in Mobile, Ala., offices in 37 cities nationwide, including its newest locations in Las Vegas and Manhattan, Kan.

Nugent, a longtime leader in the roofing industry, served as president of the National Roofing Contractors Association from 2014-2015. The company said its founder continues his dedication to increasing the professionalism of the roofing industry and creating a culture of quality and safety that has attracted top talent to Nations Roof.

Joining Nations Roof in 2013 as vice president of operations, Hyatt proved his mettle leading to his promotion as president and COO, giving him excellent experience overseeing company-wide operations.

Nations Roof expects to generate more than $400 million in revenue this year by serving the new, repair, maintenance and replacement roofing needs of commercial customers nationwide and residential customers in Florida.

Apple Roofing, a roof replacement and repair company, announced the acquisition of Fort Myers, Fla.-based Saint Raphael Roofing Inc.

"We are thrilled to welcome Saint Raphael Roofing to the Apple family," said Shawn Lucht, CEO of Apple Roofing. "Their expertise and dedication to quality are a perfect fit with our values and mission; this partnership is an exciting step for our company, and we look forward to working together to provide even better roofing solutions to our customers."

The acquisition of Saint Raphael Roofing, which has been providing quality roofing services for over 16 years, marks a significant milestone for Apple Roofing. The move allows Apple Roofing to expand its services and capabilities in Florida while bringing on board an experienced team of roofing professionals who share its commitment to providing exceptional customer service.

"This is an exciting opportunity for us to join a company that shares our passion for excellence and innovation," said Saint Raphael Roofing Founder Jorge A. Albinagorta. "This partnership will allow us to expand our services and reach even more customers [needing] reliable roofing solutions. We are excited to be part of Apple Roofing and to continue delivering high-quality roofing solutions to our customers."

Established in 2011, Apple Roofing currently ranks as one of the largest roof repair and replacement companies in the United States. Crest Exteriors LLC, Triad Inc., and NMC Exteriors recently merged with Apple under the Apple Roofing name. Apple Roofing has locations in Plano, Texas; Lincoln, Neb.; Kansas City, Mo.; and Minneapolis.

IKO, a global industry leader in the roofing, waterproofing and insulation industry, confirmed that it plans to construct a new manufacturing campus in Clay County, Fla., near Jacksonville.

Construction of the new $270 million site will include an asphalt shingle production facility, an insulation board plant and a commercial rolled roofing plant. The 300,000-square-foot facilities will initially employ about 100 people locally. The company intends to begin work on the site near Florida Highway 301 and County Road 218 later this year.

It marks the eighth modern shingle production line in IKO's North American manufacturing operations and the first facility it has built in Florida.

"As a company, we have a strong belief that you can never remain static; you are always in a situation where you are looking to contract or grow your business," said David Koschitzky, CEO of IKO North America. "In the past decade, we've made some of the largest investment commitments we've ever made as a family business; they are a clear statement of our belief in the growth of our company and of the strength of our industry.”

As reported in the Jacksonville Daily Record, IKO South Inc. paid $5.26 million in April for 80 acres in Clay County, where it will build three plants.

"This project will provide generational opportunities for Clay County residents in the form of quality, high-wage employment, and the county as a whole will benefit from the significant capital investment. Manufacturing is the backbone of the American economy," stated Crawford Powell, president of the Clay County Economic Development Corporation.

IKO anticipates the new shingle plant will begin operations in the first half of 2025, the ISO plant in the second half of 2025, and the rolled roofing plant in the first half of 2026. IKO has closed two plants in the past decade due to being 60 to 70 years old.

Omnia Exterior Solutions, a newly formed portfolio company of CCMP Growth Advisors, LP, announced the launch of its platform as a national provider of residential roofing solutions and exterior remodeling services.

In a news release, the company said its first strategic partnership would be with Hoffman Weber Construction, based in Minneapolis, Minn. Hoffman Weber is a two-generation, family-owned firm specializing in roofing, exterior design-build remodeling and restoration services.

Founded in 1992 by John Weber, in 2003, Joe Hoffman joined the company as a partner, and the company was renamed Hoffman Weber. In the last 20 years, the company has become a cutting-edge contractor in its market.

Omnia Exterior Solutions said it was created to address “…a gap in the residential roofing industry through exclusive partners who are local and regional leaders in their respective markets.” The company plans to provide partner organizations with administrative support, digital tools and other resources to grow their businesses.

CCMP, with investments in leading brands like Hayward and Generac, said industry veteran Jim Ziminski will lead Omnia Exterior Solutions to support and grow high-potential residential roofing and remodeling businesses as each joins the new consortium.

Ziminski, who brings more than 30 years of experience in residential services and building products, will chair the board for Omnia Exterior. Previously, he ran various businesses for the Crane Group, including residential roofing service brands ABLE Roofing and Mr. Roof. Additionally, Ziminski ran the Exterior Portfolio siding brand, which he then shepherded through a successful sale to Westlake Royal Building Products.

"Hoffman Weber is the perfect example of a like-minded business owner who shares our values and is committed to building the Omnia Exterior Solutions platform, which collectively benefits all our partners, their customers and their teams," said Ziminski. "We want to partner with curious, life-long learners who are willing to adapt to the changing marketplace, embrace best practices and evolve their businesses … in a way that positions them for broader success.”

Details of the partnership include Hoffman Weber retaining its company name and local teams; it will operate as part of the Omnia Exterior Solutions platform with additional administrative, operational and marketing resources.

Hoffman will also join the board of Omnia Exterior Solutions and maintain a leadership position with Hoffman Weber. Moreover, Hoffman will be part of the newly formed Omnia Legacy Builder Council, which will focus on collaborating and sharing best practices across all Omnia partner companies.

"Omnia Exterior Solutions shares our commitment to building a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement as a strategic foundation of success," Hoffman said. "We're incredibly excited to join the platform because we see a tremendous opportunity to accelerate our growth and expand into new markets.”