The Gold Circle Awards program recognizes NRCA members for outstanding contributions to the roofing industry.
Unique roofing-related jobs (commercial or residential), programs and services are eligible for the program. To be considered for a Gold Circle Award, NRCA members are nominated by their peers and community for significant contributions to the roofing industry in two categories:
OUTSTANDING WORKMANSHIP
Outstanding workmanship applies to steep-slope and low-slope projects that exceed standard roofing practices. This category encompasses all roof systems, including metal roofing projects.
INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS
Innovative solutions applies to a smart or unique solution to a problem, an environmentally friendly project, a unique software program/service specific to the roofing industry or innovative equipment specifically designed for the roofing industry.
BENEFITS OF WINNING
Gold Circle Awards recipients receive the following:
- Formal recognition during the NRCA Industry Awards and Reception held during NRCA’s Annual Convention and the International Roofing Expo®
- A Gold Circle Awards trophy
- Recognition in Professional Roofing magazine
- Press releases notifying industry trade press and local media
NOMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Projects submitted must have been completed between June 1, 2023, and May 31, 2025.
Nominees must be NRCA members. Self-nominations are not accepted, and a nominator cannot be employed by the roofing contracting company being nominated. However, nominated companies may help prepare an entry to ensure adequate information is provided.
Nominations will be accepted from:
- Building owners and facility managers
- Design professionals, architects and roof consultants
- General contractors
- Manufacturers and distributors
- Insurance companies
- NRCA affiliate executives
2027 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
The 2026 call for nominations has passed. NRCA will begin accepting nominations for Gold Circle Awards in July 2026.
Questions?
Contact Chrystine Hanus, an NRCA director of communications, at chanus@nrca.net or (800) 323-9545, ext. 7522.