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Your Trusted Roofing Contractors Association in the Northeast
The North East Roofing (NERCA) serves as a premier organization for roofing professionals across the northeastern United States. Established to foster collaboration, education, and business development, NERCA represents contractors, architects, engineers, and industry stakeholders. The association provides specialized training programs, hosts one of the nation's largest regional roofing conventions, and maintains partnerships with national organizations like the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA). NERCA's initiatives include safety education, legislative advocacy, and community engagement through its NEREF scholarship program, which has awarded over $42,000 annually to industry professionals' families.With a membership network spanning 10 states, the association offers resources for business growth, networking opportunities, and industry-specific seminars addressing OSHA compliance, employment law, and emerging roofing technologies. NERCA's leadership structure includes elected officers and a board of directors representing diverse roofing companies across the region.
Services
Contractor Directory
Educational Programs
Annual Convention
Scholarship Program
Industry Advocacy
Highlights and features
- We connect 10 northeastern states with specialized roofing industry resources
- Our annual convention features comprehensive safety and technical training
- We provide exclusive networking opportunities with top industry professionals
- Our NEREF scholarship program supports workforce development in roofing
- We offer legislative advocacy and compliance guidance for roofing contractors
Services
Contractor Directory
Our comprehensive contractor directory connects industry professionals across 10 northeastern states. This resource helps members find qualified contractors, manufacturers, and service providers for collaborative projects. The directory includes hundreds of verified roofing professionals with detailed business profiles.
Educational Programs
NERCA offers specialized educational programs covering OSHA compliance, employment law, safety protocols, and technical roofing advancements. Our seminars feature expert speakers and provide actionable insights for improving business operations and workplace safety standards.
Annual Convention
The annual convention brings together over 100 industry exhibitors for three days of networking, product demonstrations, and educational sessions. This premier event includes technical workshops, safety training, and business development opportunities for roofing professionals.
Scholarship Program
Our scholarship program awards $3,000 grants to family members of industry professionals pursuing higher education. Since 1999, we've supported workforce development by helping 14 students annually attend accredited colleges and vocational programs.
Industry Advocacy
NERCA provides advocacy services to protect and advance the roofing industry's interests. We monitor regulatory changes, offer compliance guidance, and represent members' concerns to policymakers at both state and national levels.
People
Patsy Sweeney
Executive Director
Patsy Sweeney leads NERCA's operations with over 20 years of industry experience. She manages strategic initiatives, member relations, and organizational development while serving as staff liaison to multiple committees.
Kayla Aceto
Associate Executive Director
Kayla Aceto oversees member engagement and event coordination. With a background in association management, she develops programs to enhance member value and industry participation across the northeast region.
Warren Creamer
Director of Education
Warren Creamer directs NERCA's educational initiatives, including safety training programs and compliance workshops. He works with industry experts to develop curriculum addressing current regulatory requirements and technical advancements in roofing.
John Peck
President
John Peck serves as NERCA's president while operating Peck Brothers LLC in New Jersey. He leads the executive committee and represents the association at national industry events and partnership meetings.
Greta Bajrami
1st Vice President
Greta Bajrami leads Golden Group Construction Corp in Massachusetts. As 1st Vice President, she focuses on member recruitment initiatives and chairs the engagement committee to strengthen industry connections.
Questions
What benefits does NERCA membership provide?
NERCA membership offers networking opportunities, industry education, legislative advocacy, safety training programs, and access to our annual convention with over 100 exhibitors.
Which states does NERCA serve?
NERCA represents professionals across 10 northeastern states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Delaware.
What educational resources are available?
We provide OSHA compliance training, employment law seminars, safety certification programs, and webinars on industry-specific topics like heat illness prevention and drug-free workplace policies.
Does NERCA offer scholarship opportunities?
Yes, our NEREF foundation awards 14 annual scholarships worth $3,000 each to family members of industry professionals pursuing higher education.
When is the annual NERCA convention?
The 98th Annual Convention & Trade Show will be held February 10-12, 2026 at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut.
