Rating Council
Westlake Royal Building Products™, a Westlake company, announced that Wade Shepherd, Senior Manager of Components and Technical for Roofing, has been appointed to the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) Board of Directors. CRRC is a 501(c)(3) industry non-profit organization that develops fair, accurate, and credible methods for evaluating and labeling the radiative properties of roofing and exterior wall products.
As part of his commitment to the betterment of the roofing industry, Shepherd has contributed to the CRRC for over a decade. In its own announcement about Shepherd’s new role on the Board, CRRC notes that his appointment “is a testament to his expertise, leadership, and unwavering dedication to advancing roofing technology and sustainability.”
“Wade Shepherd is a recognized, standout leader in roofing,” said Eric Miller, Vice President of Sales for Westlake Royal Building Products’ roofing brands. “Not only does he bring a wealth of expertise and knowledge to our own organization, but he is widely influential across the industry through his participation within key industry associations. His CRRC Board Member role is simply his latest industry accomplishment.”
Shepherd’s participation outside of CRRC spans additional organizations including: the Friends of Mandarin Immersion Program at Marian Bergeson Elementary School; the RICOWI Foundation, and the Roofing Industry Committee On Weather Issues, where he has been a dedicated member for over 15 years; the National Roofing Contractors Association; and the Tile Roofing Industry Alliance.
At Westlake Royal Building Products, Shepherd’s role is also substantial. He manages the company’s roof components business and supports the technical department for roofing. He also plays a critical role in the new development of components products for both the company’s roofing and stone businesses, and supports product testing, approvals, and standards efforts. He has notably co-authored industry installation manuals and represented Westlake Royal Building Products at various lobbying events, including leading the California contingent at Roofing Day in DC in April 2024.
