# Connection Forum 2026

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Published: 2026-07-15T20:19:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips® , host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Sabine Rothschuh, secretary of IFD, to talk about the 2026 IFD Connection Forum and the power of bringing the global roofing community together. With a format centered on practical project insights, open discussion and working sessions, the forum is designed to help member associations and industry partners share challenges, compare approaches and strengthen technical progress across countries. Sabine shares what attendees can expect from the event, including award-winning project presentations, conversations around technical guidelines and the important role IFD commissions play in shaping the future of the industry. Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/ Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up Learn more about the International Federation of the Roofing Trade here! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/international-federation-of-the-roofing-trade Follow Us! https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss #IFDRoof #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry

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