We are proud to be the leading specialty distributor of roofing materials and complimentary building products to the North American building industry. Learn what’s new with Beacon by reading our latest media coverage. You can view all of our press releases in the Investor Relations section of our website (https://ir.beaconroofingsupply.com/press-releases/default.aspx).
Members of the media are invited to contact Jennifer Lewis, Beacon’s VP of Communications & CSR at Jennifer.Lewis@becn.com or (571) 752-1048.
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| December 3, 2024 | WGGB/WSHM |
December 16, 2024 | KOLN |
| CHICOPEE VETERAN GIFTED NEW ROOF AHEAD OF THE HOLIDAYS |
BEACON OF HOPE PROVIDES NEW, FREE ROOF FOR LINCOLN VETERAN |
| CHICOPEE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - The holiday season is always about giving and, on Tuesday, a Vietnam War veteran was thanked for all he did for this country with the gift of a new roof for his home. |
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Since 2019, the Beacon of Hope initiative has been focused on helping veterans by covering the cost of one important home repair. |
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| October 23, 2024 | Roofing Contractor |
October 16, 2024 | Roofing Contractor |
| BEACON PARTNERS WITH GAF, ADDS ECOMMERCE FEATURE TO BEACON PRO+ |
ROOFING DISTRIBUTOR PROFILE: CHARLES MICHAUD, BEACON |
| Beacon announced on Monday a partnership with GAF that now allows customers to order GAF QuickMeasure reports from its digital platform, Beacon PRO+. This integration with GAF allows contractors to eliminate the guesswork in the estimation process by ordering QuickMeasure reports to obtain fast and accurate roof measurements. |
Roofing Supply Pro recently interviewed Charles Michaud, Beacon's Vice President, Canada. As a regional Vice President, Charles does a little bit of everything, including helping grow Beacon’s presence through acquisitions, finding the best talent and implementing the latest technology. |
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| September 28, 2024 | Cape Gazette |
August 5, 2024 | HBS Dealer |
| BEACON SUPPORTS ROOFS FROM THE HEART PROJECTS |
BEACON ACQUIRES PASSAIC METAL AND BUILDING SUPPLIES |
| Beacon recently committed to donating roofing supplies for Roofs from the Heart projects, a nonprofit founded that provides quality new roofs for Delawareans in need, helping them maintain safe and secure shelter for their families. The donation will enable the organization to replace more roofs each year, reducing health risks associated with damp homes and improving air quality. |
Beacon has completed the acquisition of Passaic Metal and Building Supplies Co. (PAMPCO), headquartered in Clifton, New Jersey. This acquisition enhances Beacon's presence in the northeast and aligns with its strategy to grow its metal solutions capabilities. |
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| July 30, 2024 | Roofing Contractor |
July 2, 2024 | Roofing Supply Pro |
| BEACON ADDS ENHANCED EAGLEVIEW INTEGRATION TO eCOMMERCE PLATFORM |
BEACON BUYS 2 FLORIDA METAL FABRICATORS, EXPANDS NEW OFFERINGS |
| Beacon has announced an enhanced partnership with EagleView, integrating EagleView's aerial imagery and measurement services into Beacon's eCommerce platform, Beacon PRO. This new feature, called "Smart Order," allows contractors to quickly and accurately place digital orders based on precise roof measurements, improving efficiency and profitability for contractors. |
Beacon has acquired Extreme Metal Fabricators and Integrity Metals, expanding its metal roofing offerings in Florida. This acquisition enhances Beacon's service capabilities for contractors along the state's Atlantic coast and provides greater choices for Sunshine State contractors. |
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| June 27, 2024 | Washington Business Journal |
April 22, 2024 | HBS Dealer |
| BEACON BONANZA |
BEACON APPOINTS NEW CFO |
| Under the leadership of CEO Julian Francis, Beacon has achieved significant growth and success. Beacon's success is attributed to its commitment to excellence and its strong position in the industry. |
Beacon has appointed Prithvi (Prith) Gandhi as its new executive vice president and chief financial officer. Gandhi brings extensive experience in financial leadership, having previously served as CFO at TAMKO Building Products and Fast Radius, and held senior finance roles at Owens Corning. |
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| April 16, 2024 | Washington Business Journal |
December 21, 2023 | Washington Business Journal |
| HERNDON FORTUNE 500 COMPANY CONTINUES ACQUSITION SPREE |
HERNDON'S BEACON OPENS FIVE MORE DISTRIBUTION CENTERS TO CAP BUSY 2023 |
| Beacon has announced its acquisition of General Siding Supply. This acquisition is part of Beacon's broader strategy to grow its specialty waterproofing distribution platform and improve customer service. |
Beacon has closed out a busy 2023 by opening new distribution centers in five states. The company recently added branch locations in Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, South Carolina and Texas, to go along with the 21 distribution centers it has already opened this year. |
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| November 21, 2023 | HBS Dealer |
November 10, 2023 | Roofing Contractor |
| RISING STAR: DEBBIE LOCKWOOD |
BEACON GIFTS NEW ROOFS TO HOMES AND COMMUNITY CENTERS FOR VETS IN NEED |
| Debbie Lockwood, Branch Manager at Beacon's East Rutherford, New Jersey location, was named a "Rising Star" in HBS Dealer Magazine's Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply. The Rising Stars Award recognizes talented professionals with the potential to make a significant positive difference within their company and the industry. |
The winners of the annual Beacon of Hope program were announced today. Together with local roofing companies, Beacon will deliver and facilitate roof replacements for 10 Veteran homes or Veteran community buildings at no cost to the recipients. This initiative is part of Beacon's broader corporate social responsibility efforts to support veterans and their communities. |
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| November 6, 2023 | WTOP |
November 1, 2023 | HBS Dealer |
| VIRGINIA FORTUNE 500 COMPANY BEACON EXTENDS ITS ACQUISITION SPREE |
BEACON ACQUIRES H&H ROOFING SUPPLY |
| Beacon has made its 10th acquisition of the year by acquiring H&H Roofing Supply. This acquisition is part of Beacon's strategy to expand its footprint and enhance its customer reach. |
Beacon has completed the acquisition of H&H Roofing Supply, LLC, a company with a 20-year history serving the Bakersfield community. This acquisition will allow Beacon to deepen its presence in the Central Valley and add Bakersfield to its service area in California, where it now has 33 branches. |
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| October 25, 2023 | CBS 8 News |
October 9, 2023 | Roofing Contractor |
| NAILED IT! CBS 8 HELPS GET SISTER LEAGUE NEW ROOF |
ROOFING ALLIANCE PRESIDENT GREG BLOOM HOLDS COURT |
| Beacon worked alongside industry partners such as Antis Roofing and Waterproofing to donate a free roof to Sister League, a local San Diego non-profit that provides transitional housing for women who were once homeless. The new roof, worth $50,000, will help ensure the safety and comfort of the residents. |
Greg Bloom, Beacon’s Vice President of National and Strategic Accounts and the 2023-24 president of the Roofing Alliance, discusses the importance of investing in the greater good and the impact of the Roofing Alliance on the industry. |
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| October 4, 2023 | Washington Business Journal |
September 6, 2023 | Roofing Contractor |
| HERNDON BUILDING SUPPLY GIANT BEACON ACQUIRES GARVIN CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS |
TRI-BUILT SEARCHING FOR 'TOP DOGS' OF 2023 |
| Beacon has acquired Garvin Construction Products, a waterproofing distributor based in Medford, MA, with additional locations in CT, MD, NJ, and NY. This acquisition strengthens Beacon's position as a national leader in specialty waterproofing and will enable Garvin to continue serving its loyal customers while benefiting from Beacon's resources and expertise. |
TRI-BUILT is searching for the top dogs of 2023 in the roofing industry. The initiative aims to recognize and celebrate the best roofing professionals and companies that demonstrate excellence in their work. |
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| September 26, 2023 | WDAM 7 |
September 6, 2023 | Yahoo! Finance |
| CONSTRUCTION COMPANY GIFTS HATTIESBURG VETERAN NEW ROOF |
BEACON (BECN) FORTIFIES AMBITION 2025 GOALS WITH S&H BUYOUT |
| Beacon partnered with Owens Corning’s Roof Deployment Project and Purple Heart Homes to provide a Hattiesburg resident and Marine Corps veteran with a new roof, free of charge. The donation was part of the company's efforts to give back to the community and support those who have served the country. |
Beacon has fortified its Ambition 2025 goals with the acquisition of S&H Building Material Corporation. The acquisition is part of Beacon's strategy to drive growth, enhance customer experience, and expand its footprint. |
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| August 8, 2023 | Roofing Supply Pro |
July 19, 2023 | Washington Business Journal |
| PROFILE: GREG BLOOM, ROOFING'S BIOIC MAN |
HERNDON'S BEACON SEEKS TO RAISE $600M IN PRIVATE OFFERING TO BUY BACK PREFERRED SHARES |
| Greg Bloom, the president of the Roofing Alliance, is known as "Roofing's Bionic Man" for his dedication to the industry. Bloom, Beacon’s Vice President of National and Strategic Accounts, has been instrumental in advancing the Roofing Alliance's mission to support research, education, and community outreach. |
Beacon announced a private offering of $300 million of senior notes due 2029. The offering is part of Beacon's strategy to strengthen its financial position and support its growth initiatives. |
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| July 12, 2023 | NBC4 Washington |
June 16, 2023 | HBS Dealer |
| ALEXANDRIA VETERAN RECEIVES FREE HOME REPAIRS FROM NONPROFIT REBUILDING TOGETHER |
BEACON STRENGTHENING WATERPROOFING DIVISION |
| A veteran in Alexandria received free home repairs thanks to volunteers with Beacon and nonprofit organization Rebuilding Together. The repairs included a new roof, plumbing, and electrical work to ensure the safety and comfort of the veteran's home, part of Rebuilding Together's mission to provide critical home repairs for veterans in need. |
Beacon strengthened its waterproofing division with the acquisition of Garvin Construction Products. The acquisition will enhance Beacon's ability to provide comprehensive building envelope solutions to contractors nationwide. |
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| June 15, 2023 | Roofing Contractor |
April 27, 2023 | Spectrum News 1 |
| BEACON NAMES WINNER OF 2023 FEMALE ROOFING PROFESSIONALS CAMPAIGN |
PROTECTING HOMEOWNERS AND PRESERVING AFFORDABLE HOUSING |
| Beacon named Michelle Ly Hall the 2023 Female Roofing Professionals of the Year. This campaign recognizes and celebrates the achievements of women in the roofing industry while also raising awareness about the important role women have in the industry. |
Beacon and Rebuilding Together of the Triangle team up to help low-income homeowners with home maintenance and repairs. This helps ensure that all families have the ability to live in a safe and affordable home. |
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| April 27, 2023 | WGME-13 |
April 18, 2023 | Forbes |
| PHIPPSBURG VETERAN WINS NEW ROOF IN LOCAL CONTEST |
THIS CEO HAS A BETTER RULE FOR MAKING FASTER DECISIONS |
| Retired Coast Guardsman Clifford Trebilcock received a new roof, free of charge, thanks to Beacon of Hope. The contest aims to recognize and support veterans by providing them with much-needed home repairs, ensuring that their home is safe and secure. |
Beacon’s CEO Julian Francis has cracked the code on making faster and better decisions. This article discusses how his focus on making faster and better decisions can lead to better outcomes and increased efficiency. |
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| April 6, 2023 | Fox 32 Chicago |
April 4, 2023 | Industrial Distribution |
| ORLANDO PARK FAMILY RECEIVES HEARTWARMING GIFT AS YOUNG DAUGHTER BATTLES CANCER |
BEACON ACQUIRES AL'S ROOFING SUPPLY, PRINCE BUILDING SYSTEMS |
| Beacon teamed up with local organizations including Project Fire Buddies to provide a new roof and other home repairs for an Orland Park family in need. This heartwarming gift helped alleviate some of the family’s burdens as they deal with their young daughter’s battle with cancer. |
Beacon has acquired ALS Roofing Supply and Prince Building Systems. The acquisitions are part of Beacon's strategy to expand its footprint and enhance its product offerings while continuing to provide high-quality products and services to its customers. |
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| March 6, 2023 | 10 News San Diego |
February 22, 2023 | Roofing Contractor |
| 72-YEAR-OLD VETERAN IN MIRA MESA GETS FREE ROOF REPLACEMENT |
BEACON APPOINTS RACQUEL HARRIS MASON TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS |
| A 72-year-old veteran in Mira Mesa received a free roof replacement thanks to the Beacon of Hope program. Each year, the Beacon of Hope program gives 10 deserving veterans a new roof, ensuring that their home is safe and secure. |
Beacon has appointed Racquel Harris Mason to its board of directors. Mason brings extensive experience in marketing and leadership to the board, which will support the company’s growth initiatives |
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| January 23, 2023 | HBS Dealer |
October 10, 2022 | Roofing Contractor |
| BEACON NAMES WORLEY AS NEW VP OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH & SAFETY |
BEACON'S 2022 FEMALE ROOFING CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR BLAZES A TRAIL IN CANADA |
| Beacon named Dan Worley as its new vice president of environment, health, and safety. The appointment is part of Beacon's commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and environmental responsibility. |
Beacon announced the 2022 Female Roofing Contractor of the Year! The winner, Michelle Mulder, is a trailblazer in the Canadian roofing industry who has made significant contributions to the field. The campaign aims to recognize and celebrate the achievements of women in roofing. |
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| July 1, 2022 | Washington Business Journal |
April 4, 2022 | WNEP-16 |
| BEACON PARTNERS WITH REBUILDING TOGETHER ON HOME REPAIR INITIATIVES |
NEW ROOF FOR WAYNE COUNTY VETERAN |
| Beacon has entered into a two-year partnership with national nonprofit Rebuilding Together in order to provide critical home repairs in underserved communities where Beacon operates. Rebuilding Together’s mission is to repair homes and revitalize communities, and it operates through a vast network of local affiliates. |
A veteran in Wayne County received a new roof from Beacon and local roofers. The donation was part of the Beacon of Hope national contest organized by Beacon to support veterans in need. The new roof will ensure the veteran's home is safe and secure. |
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