Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo

Expo Hours:
Thursday, July 13 – 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday, July 14 – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

FRSA proudly hosts the largest regional roofing show in the country. Over 230 exhibiting companies displaying the latest products and services make this show a vital experience for roofing and sheet metal contractors. The Expo is located in Halls C-F of the Gaylord Palms Convention Center and includes the Foundation Auction and the Affiliate Competition. As always, the Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo is FREE for roofing contractors. All non-exhibiting manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers will be charged a $295 per person fee and a fee of $995 per person for industry service providers for entry to the Expo hall.

2023 Convention & Expo Tentative Schedule

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

                       

6:00 am – 5:00 pm

FRSA Registration Desk Open

7:00 am – 1:00 pm     

Fishing Tournament – Sun Rise Marina, Port Canaveral

8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Golf Tournament – Falcon’s Fire Golf Course

8:00 am – 9:00 am

Seminar #1 – 2023 Florida Building Code 8th Edition

8:00 am – 9:00 am                 

Seminar #2 – Contractor Licensing Issues and Construction Contracts

9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Seminar #3 – CCN Contractor Bootcamp – KPI Managing by the Numbers

10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Pistol & Clay Shooting Tournaments – Tenoroc Shooting Range

10:15 am – 11:15 am

Seminar #4 – The OSHA Inspection and Citation Process

10:15 am – 11:15 am 

Seminar #5 – Fall Protection – What Employers Need to Know

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Seminar #6 – Navigating Material Volatility

11:30 am – 12:30 pm 

Seminar #7 – Estimating the Right Way

12:45 pm – 1:45 pm              

Seminar #8 – Tile Hip and Ridge Installation

12:45 pm – 1:45 pm              

Seminar #9 – Workers’ Compensation Coverage and the Perils of PEOs

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm    

Seminar #10 – FBC Requirements for Underlayments

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Seminar #11 – FRSA-TRI 7th Edition Tile Manual

3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

NWiR Mentorship and Networking Session

5:00 pm – 5:30 pm

VIP President’s Reception – Wreckers Sports Bar

5:30 pm – 9:00 pm                

Kids’ Program – Mad Science          

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Welcome Reception – Wreckers Sports Bar

           

 

Thursday, July 13, 2023

 

6:00 am – 5:00 pm

FRSA Registration Desk Open

7:00 am – 8:00 am     

Seminar #12 – KPI Managing by the Numbers

7:00 am – 8:00 am

Seminar #13 – Lightweight Insulating Concrete Roof Decks

7:00 am – 8:00 am

Seminar #14 – How to Start or Grow a True Service Department

8:00 am – 11:00 am   

Seminar #15 – Architect & Building Officials Program           

8:15 am – 9:15 am                 

Seminar #16 – The Impact of the Legalization of Marijuana on the Construction Industry

8:15 am – 9:15 am

Seminar #17 – Designing for Performance – Single-Ply Roofing Lessons

8:15 am – 9:15 am     

Seminar #18 – Workers’ Compensation Coverage and the Perils of PEOs

9:00 am – 11:00 am

Ladies’ Program – Mosaics & Mimosas

9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Kids’ Program – Pool Party & Crafts

9:30 am – 10:30 am              

Seminar #19 – Top 5 Employment Issues in Roofing

9:30 am – 10:30 am

Seminar #20 – FBC Requirements for Underlayments

9:30 am – 10:30 am   

Seminar #21 – Top 5 Insurance Issue in Roofing     

11:00 am – 2:00 pm   

Lunch in the Expo Hall

11:00 am – 5:00 pm             

Expo Open    

11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Auction Open

11:15 am – 1:00 pm

Business Lunch

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm                

Affiliate Competition

5:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Kids’ Program – Extreme Video Game Night

6:00 pm – 8:30 pm    

Officer Installation Dinner & S.T.A.R. Awards Reception

8:30 pm – 9:30 pm               

After Party – Wreckers Sports Bar

 

Friday, July 14, 2023

 

6:00 am – 2:00 pm

FRSA Registration Desk Open

7:00 am – 8:00 am

Seminar #22 – Wind Mitigation Methods, the Law!

7:00 am – 8:00 am

Seminar #23 – Top 5 Insurance Issues in Roofing

7:00 am – 8:00 am               

Seminar #24 – Estimating the Right Way                 

7:00 am – 8:00 am

Seminar #25 – Fall Protection – What Employers Need to Know

8:15 am – 9:15 am     

Seminar #26 – Tile Hip and Ridge Installation

8:15 am – 9:15 am                 

Seminar #27 – Specialty Shingles – Code and Installation Requirements

8:15 am – 9:15 am

Seminar #28 – Reputation Management Legal Issues

8:15 am – 9:15 am

Seminar #29 – KPI Managing by the Numbers

9:00 am – 11:00 am   

Ladies Program – Cake Decorating Workshop

9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Kids’ Program – Exploring Florida’s Habitat Up Close

10:00 am – 1:00 pm   

Auction Open

10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Expo Open

11:00 am – 1:30 pm               

Lunch in the Expo Hall

FRSA Affiliate Competition
Thursday, July 13 – 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Affiliate chapters from across the state compete in a scavenger hunt, where they will solve challenges and follow clues on the Expo floor to lead their Affiliate to victory. Proceeds benefit FRSA’s 2023 Charity of Choice, The Faine House.

Foundation Auction 
Wednesday, July 12 – 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday, July 13 – 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday, July 14 – 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Place the highest bid on items in the Foundation’s Auction to head home with great getaway vacations, sporting event tickets, unique baskets and, of course, roofing products. Check out great packages onsite at the Expo and bid from anywhere! Text FRSA to 243725 or visit www.floridaroof.com/items to register and bid online. Bidding starts on July 7 at 8:00 am and concludes on July 14 at 1:00 pm. All proceeds benefit the industry through the FRSA Educational and Research Foundation.

FRSA Beer Busts sponsored by GAF and Sunniland Corp.
Thursday, July 13 – 2:00 pm
Friday, July 14 – 12:00 pm
Networking can make you thirsty! Stop by the Lounge area for a cold beer, compliments of our sponsors.

Expo Lunches sponsored by Drexel Metals, PAC-CLAD/Petersen and TCParker & Associates
Thursday, July 13 – 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Friday, July 14 – 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Hungry? Grab a bite to eat in the Food Court located on the Expo floor, compliments of our lunch sponsors. Vouchers will be distributed at the FRSA Registration Desk when you pick up your badge. 

Social Events

NWiR Mentorship and Networking Session

Wednesday, July 12 – 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Join National Women in Roofing for an insight-filled session where you will be able to network with other NWiR members and hear from women in the industry about their career experiences. 

Register Here.

FRSA’s Welcome Reception sponsored by Adams and Reese LLP, Eagle Roofing Products, FRSA, FRSA Self Insurers Fund and Versico Roofing Systems 

Wednesday, July 12 - 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us at Wreckers Sports Bar as we kick-off FRSA’s 101st Annual Convention. Add delicious food stations and an open bar to this FREE event – the perfect opportunity to network with industry peers.

FRSA Business Luncheon sponsored by Millennium Metals Inc.


Thursday, July 13 - 11:15 am – 1:00 pm
Elections for FRSA Officers and Directors will be held, Life and Honorary Memberships bestowed along with other industry awards and the FRSA Educational Foundation scholarship recipients honored.

 

FRSA Officer Installation Reception, Dinner & After Party

Reception sponsored by Gulfeagle Supply 
Thursday, July 13 - 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm 
Officer Installation Dinner and S.T.A.R. “Spotlight Trophy for the Advancement of Roofing” Awards Reception
 
Dinner
Thursday, July 13 – 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
FRSA Officers for the coming year will be installed, the President’s Award and FRSA’s highest honor, the Campanella Award, will be presented.

After Party
Thursday, July 13 – 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The dinner will adjourn and relocate to Wreckers Sports Bar for after-dinner drinks and dessert.

Ladies’ & Kids’ Program Events

Ladies’ Program 

Thursday, July 13 – 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Mosaics & Mimosas
Join the ladies as they learn techniques to create unique mosaics artwork while enjoying Mimosas. All supplies, morning beverages and muffins are included in the ticket price.

Friday, July 14 – 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Cake Decorating Workshop
It’s time to have your cake and eat it too! This event will be a truly delicious experience as attendees dive into the world of cake decorating. The Gaylord Palms pastry chef will guide you with basic instructions and design techniques as you decorate your own mini cake. All supplies, morning beverages and muffins are included in the ticket price.

Kids’ Program sponsored by Certified Roofing Specialists Inc. 

Wednesday Night, July 12 – 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Mad Science
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s superhero scientists! We’ll kick off the 2023 Kids’ Program by exploring the science behind superhero powers. Watch as our Mad Scientist makes Superman fly and creates a storm indoors! Jump into the action by making your own ooey-gooey slime and end the night with a sweet treat. Ticket price includes dinner, show, hands-on demonstrations and ice cream sundaes.

Thursday Day, July 13 – 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Pool Party & Crafts
Enjoy some fun in the sun and cool off poolside at the Cypress Springs Family Fun Waterpark! This infinity swimming pool, located onsite at the Gaylord Palms Resort, is complete with four slides, a multi-level playground and an outdoor restaurant. The group will show off their artistic abilities with a variety of crafts as they take a break from the sun. Ticket price includes lunch, snacks, and crafts.

Thursday Night, July 13 – 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Extreme Video Game Night
Tonight, the party is coming to us! Climb inside the Supreme Party Machine, a giant truck packed with large screen TVs, the latest game consoles, and a huge variety of video games. Race your friends in Mario Kart, build creative structures in Minecraft, or show off your dance moves in Just Dance! Ticket price includes dinner and two hours of unlimited game play.

Friday Day, July 14 – 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Exploring Florida’s Habitat Up Close
Calling all explorers! The Gaylord Palms Resort is filled with adventures just waiting for you. The program will start with a presentation from reptile experts at Gatorland as they discuss some of Florida’s most unique creatures. For those interested in getting closer to the exhibits, there will be an opportunity to hold them with the guidance of Gatorland team members. Then set out on a scavenger hunt that will have you navigating the Gaylord Palms atrium and learning about plants, animals and historical landmarks. Ticket price includes activities, lunch and snacks.

Sports Tournaments
Wednesday, July 12

Fishing Tournament sponsored by Walker Rep Group - 7:00 am – 1:00 pm

Sunrise Marina, Port Canaveral – $175 for registrations received by June 20 / $275 for registrations received after June 20 

Soak up the sunshine during a day of fishing on the open seas. Boats carrying groups of six will set out along Florida’s beautiful East Coast to find the catch of the day. Check-in begins at 6:30 am with the tournament running from 7:00 am – 12:00 pm. Following the tournament, winners will be announced with grab-and-go lunches available. Registration fee includes boat, rod and reel, tackle, beverages, lunch and prizes. Individual registrants will be paired and space is limited.

Golf Tournament sponsored by Furman Insurance and Sunniland Corp - 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Falcon’s Fire Golf Club, Kissimmee - $175 for registrations received by June 20 / $225 for registrations received after June 20

Falcon’s Fire Golf Club is a Rees Jones designed championship golf course. . Check-in begins at 7:00 am, with the tournament beginning at 8:00 am. Registration includes green fees, cart, range balls, refreshments, continental breakfast, lunch and prizes. Teams are 4-person scramble format and individual registrants will be paired. Get your registrations in early! Registrations will be limited to 128 players on a first-come, first-served basis.

Clay Shooting Tournament - 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Tenoroc Shooting Range, Lakeland - $125 for registrations received by June 20 / $175 for registrations received after June 20

The tournament is comprised of several stations at a variety of shooting levels designed to have everyone from beginners to experts hitting the target. Range fees, ammunition, lunch and prizes are included in the ticket price. Each participant must provide their own gun or arrange gun rental ahead of time. Registrations will be limited to 75 participants, so sign up early!

Register by June 20 to save money and guarantee your spot!