The award recognizes a roofing contractor who contributes to the advancement of the roofing industry.

Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), a group of progressive roofing professionals focused on technology solutions for the roofing industry, awarded the 2024 Innovator of the Year award to Paul Spies of Iron Head Roofing in Corvallis, Oregon. The award was announced during the 2024 Best of Success Conference in Bonita Springs, Florida.

Spies was nominated for developing a unique solution that leverages technology and AI to address safety issues that he was experiencing in his roofing company. He invented an AI-powered camera system that uses real-time monitoring to detect whether workers’ harness ropes are properly secured, notifying site managers when a safety risk is identified. After finding success using the technology within Ironhead Roofing, he created Smart Safety Solutions LLC to share this game-changing safety solution with the industry.

“Paul is truly an innovator who leveraged the power of technology to help his workers stay safer,” stated Anna Anderson, CEO of Art Unlimited, RT3 Award Task Team Leader and past RT3 Board President. “This technology represents a proactive approach that prioritizes workplace safety and ultimately reduces fatalities in our industry.”

Congratulations to Paul Spies and Ironhead Roofing on being named the 2024 Innovator of the Year.

About Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3)
Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) strives to find innovative technology solutions to be used within the roofing industry.  RT3 provides insights from progressive thought leaders both inside and outside the roofing industry along with practical resources for implementing potential solutions successfully. The organization will encourage and enable contractors to embrace technology as they seek to grow their businesses.  With a commitment to disseminate technology advancement information, RT3 will help build the professionalism and appeal of the roofing industry. Learn more at www.rt3thinktank.com.