Southern Loss Association News

President’s Message

Dear SLA,

Thank you to Scott Beaudry and Cody Williams of Trinity Engineering for sponsoring our lunch and delivering an excellent presentation on the “repairability” of shingles.

As we step into March, we think back to year 1931 when the Star-Spangled Banner became the official National Anthem of the United States while some may celebrate this month perhaps for National Flapjack Day, which is on March 7, 2025. As we reflect on this month, it is hard to believe it was around this same time 5 years ago when many of us were sequestered to homes, wearing masks/gloves and/or had experienced uncertainty due to COVID outbreak. Thankfully, those days have past and being post-COVID, I have fond memories of attending various claims conventions, travelling to explore the latest developments in technology, as well as participation in all-day training and certification courses. This year, the PLRB Claims Conference will be held in Indianapolis starting on March 30th. For this month, we will have one more lunch presentation focused on roof inspections. This time of year is ideal for updating our training, ensuring our inspection gear is in working order, and stocking supplies in anticipation of the inevitable spring storms.

At the Southern Loss Association, we recently opened registration for the Larry Hart Spring Golf and Cornhole Outing on April 24, 2025. The event sold out in record time and only a few sponsorships remain available. I want to take a moment to thank everyone for their participation and support with a special shoutout to all the volunteers and sponsors, which make this event possible and successful for our organization.

Lastly, don’t forget to mark your calendars for March 13, 2025, to hear a presentation by Taylor O’Neill, Building Consultant with Halliwell, who will discuss the effects of wind and hail on low-slope roofs.

Sincerely,

Adrian Medley
President