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2017 GOLD CIRCLE AWARDS FINALIST

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FEBRUARY 2017 — Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal (KRSM) is one of the finalists selected for the 2017 National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) Gold Circle Awards. Winners will be revealed at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) hosted at the Mandalay Bay Conference Center in Las Vegas on March 2 during the NRCA’s 130th Annual Convention and Industry Awards Ceremony and Cocktail Reception.

KRSM was selected as a finalist in the Outstanding Workmanship: Steep Slope category for Harrison County Courthouse in Cadiz, Ohio (top photo) and the Service to the Community category for our work with the Easter Seals in conjunction with our annual golf events which raised a combined $16,140 for Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center in Wheeling (bottom photo).

Congratulations to all of the Kalkreuth team members who played a role in the Harrison County Courthouse project as well as those who work on the Kalkreuth Amateur Golf Classic and Kalkreuth Vendor Invitational every year. Keep up the good work, and best of luck at the IRE in March!

FOREMAN SPOTLIGHT: MARK FEDORKE

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FEBRUARY 2017 — Mark Fedorke with Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal’s (KRSM) West Virginia division is this month’s featured sheet metal foreman.

Mark began working for KRSM as a sheet metal worker in 1989 and is now a sheet metal foreman and also assists in quality control. He is currently working on the FBI Biometric Technology Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with Division Manager Steve Greene.

Mark has a total of more than 40 years experience in the roofing industry and has worked on several high-profile projects during his time with Kalkreuth. One of the most memorable projects he mentioned was the Washington Navy Yard in DC, which stands as one of the oldest military installations in the nation.

“Mark is an asset to the company. He is a hard worker, pays attention to detail, and demonstrates constant safety awareness,” said PM Kyle Beaver, who works with Mark frequently.

When asked about safety on the job, Mark said “it is the number one most important thing. I have seen it come a long way in 40 years.” He went on to say, “I’ve enjoyed every minute working for Kalkreuth. It has allowed me to perform at the upper level of my craft.”

Mark lives in Wheeling, WV and has three children, Danielle (31), George (27), and Hannah (25). We are proud to have Mark as a member of the Kalkreuth family and sincerely appreciate his continuous hard work and dedication since he began in 1989.

KALKREUTH CONGRATULATES LYNDSEY MARTIN AS NEWEST PRESIDENT OF ELITE NETWORKING

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JANUARY 2017 — Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal’s (KRSM) Kentucky division Business Development Manager Lyndsey Martin was recently named President of Elite Networking based in Lexington. The organization currently hosts 32 member companies with only one company per industry permitted, and it focuses on restaurants and retail across the state of Kentucky. Within the group, industries range from electrical and HVAC to plumbing, roofing, and siding. The group meets bi-monthly to discuss new business initiatives, targets, business news, and expansions, and members are able to help each other by sharing contacts.

“I am a strong believer in the ‘likeability’ factor in that it will get you much farther than anything else you have to offer. The group is causal, and we truly focus on getting to know each other, building trust, and doing business with other people we know and trust,” Lyndsey said of the group. “The opportunity lies in building relationships and working with people you know in order to do more business and help them do the same.”

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT ORGAN DONATION?

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Some of you opted to register as organ donors when you received your driver’s license many moons ago. You may have noticed this symbol on the back of your new license and simply went about your day. But did you know that symbol represents around 120,000 people who are awaiting an organ transplant at any given moment, and only about 33,600 transplants occurred in 2016? Unfortunately the demand drastically exceeds the supply, and another person is added to the waiting list every 10 minutes.

Did you know that kidney transplants account for about 80% of those who are waiting for a compatible organ to save their lives? The average wait time for a kidney transplant from a deceased donor is about 3—5 years. Another important fact to know is that nearly 6,000 living donations take place each year. That means someone who is alive and well has donated an organ or tissue, and that number accounts for about 40% of all donations with a 99.97% survival rate for the donor.

Many of us may not connect with the drastic need for organ transplants because it may not personally affect our lives. But for some of us, like our Maryland division project foreman Paul Villarroel and his wife Jenny, it hits very close to home. Jenny was diagnosed with IgA nephropathy (Berger’s disease), and about 13 years ago she received a kidney transplant that was considered overall successful, even though it was only functioning at about 40% at the time. Since then, there have been additional complications with the transplant and the kidney has begun to fail. She is now in need of another kidney transplant and has been added to the waiting list once again. Paul and Jenny live every day with the fear that she may not receive another transplant in time but also with the hope that creating enough awareness will educate Americans about the need for donors and perhaps even decrease the wait time by a year or two.

About 95% of Americans are in favor of being donors, but only about 54% are registered. Help bridge the gap. Your awareness and selflessness could save a life, and for Jenny and so many others, it may be the only option.

Visit www.organdonor.gov for more information and to register as a donor.

KALKREUTH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY SUPPORTS SALVATION ARMY

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December 3, 2016 — Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal’s (KRSM) division locations gathered together for the annual Kalkreuth Christmas Party, which was held at the Wheeling Park White Palace. In conjunction with the party, the company partnered with the local Salvation Army.

This year, KRSM employees, family, and friends donated well over 200 toys to the Salvation Army efforts in the Ohio Valley region. The number of toys brought in by Christmas party attendees surpassed expectations. KRSM also purchased a fully decorated tree from Oglebay Park’s Festival of Trees, which was displayed among the toys at the party and donated to a local family in need through the Salvation Army after the party. This year, the family also received gift cards to Olive Garden, Marquee Cinemas, JCPenney, and Kohl’s so they could enjoy a “Family Night Out” for the holidays. Janine Pietras with the Salvation Army said the generosity of KRSM and its employees was extremely well received and sincerely appreciated.

“We are extremely appreciative of the generosity of our employees every year,” said company president John Kalkreuth. “Here is the reason for the holidays. This is what it’s all about. I just can’t thank everyone enough for their kindness.”

KALKREUTH SUPPORTS LOCAL CHILDREN’S HOME

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NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2016 — Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal (KRSM) hosted an Angel Tree at its corporate headquarters—Kaley Center—in Wheeling, WV for the St. John’s Home for Children, which is a non-profit organization that cares for youth and families. The Home currently houses 10 young boys ages 8 to 14 with behavioral and emotional difficulties who were the victims of either abuse or neglect. KRSM employees contributed nearly 50 gifts for these boys.

Executive Director Terry McCormick said “the generosity is overwhelming this time of year, and we truly appreciate what you all do for us.”

KALKREUTH ATTENDS NATIONAL UNION MEETINGS IN DC

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DECEMBER 6-8, 2016 — Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal (KRSM) employees attended The Association of Union Constructor’s (TAUC) State of the Union Construction Industry Forum in Washington DC. The forum focused on legislative, regulatory, and business topics vital to union construction and provided an opportunity to network with owners, contractors, and union leaders.

KRSM attendees included company President John Kalkreuth, MD division VP Dave Hesse, Human Resources Director Seth Abraham, National Sales Manager Jim Brinsky, and MD division Business Development Manager Andrew VanLandingham.

“Being involved with TAUC at a high level is critical to our future as a union roofing company,” Kalkreuth commented. ”The opportunity to engage in national union dialogue is invaluable.”

TAUC acts as an advocate for union contractors by enhancing cooperation between the union, the contractor, and the owner/client. By encouraging consistent communication, many potential issues and delays are often avoided before work even begins. This dialogue also paved the way for the National Maintenance Agreement (NMA), the terms of which are agreed upon by unions and contractors for work on industrial maintenance and construction projects.

FOREMAN SPOTLIGHT: WILLIAM “BILL” HASH, JR.

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DECEMBER 2016 — William Hash, Jr. (Bill) with Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal’s (KRSM) West Virginia division is this month’s featured roofing foreman.

Bill began working for KRSM as a roofing journeyman in 2007. Bill is currently working on the FBI Biometric Technology Center in Clarksburg, West Virginia with Project Manager Stan Gorczyca.

Bill has a total of 17 years experience in the roofing industry and has worked on several high-profile projects during his time with Kalkreuth.   One of the most memorable projects he mentioned was the Y-12 National Security Complex project in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, which was said to have had the most stringent security measures of any project completed by KRSM to date.

“Bill is an excellent roofer and learned the trade from his dad, who recently retired and was one of our best foremen,” said Gorczyca. “He is following along in his dad’s footsteps and is an asset to have in the field.”

Bill lives in Bidwell, Ohio with his wife Nicolette and four children, William Hash, III (13), Grace (12), Phillip (10), and Morgan (7).

We are proud to have Bill as a member of the Kalkreuth family and sincerely appreciate his continuous hard work and dedication since he began in 2007.