JOIN US IN CREATING CAREERS IN ROOFING & SOLAR!
At the Florida Roofing & Solar Institute (FRSI), we believe that a well-trained workforce is the backbone of the roofing industry. Our nonprofit organization is committed to bridging the skills gap in the roofing industry by offering comprehensive training programs, while also helping to lay the groundwork for lucrative careers in roofing and solar.
CORE VALUES
OUR VISION
To create an advanced national educational platform where every individual has access to quality roofing and solar training, leading to fulfilling and sustainable careers.
OUR MISSION
- Provide affordable and accessible roofing and solar training to individuals of all backgrounds.
- Foster a culture of safety, excellence, and professionalism in the roofing and solar industry.
- Create partnerships with industry leaders to enhance training programs and job placement opportunities.
OUR PURPOSE
Our purpose is to provide ongoing training, education and mentorship in our state-of-the-art facilities throughout Florida. Our goal is to not only beat the skilled labor shortage, but raise the bar in excellence, industry standards, installation and repairs. We foster and encourage industry involvement from roofing companies, manufacturers, and suppliers.
MEET THE FOUNDER, BRANDON VILLNEAUVE
Committed to giving back and reducing the skilled labor shortage while creating a highly skilled workforce, Brandon launched the Florida Roofing & Solar Institute (FRSI) in 2023 to create new generations of highly trained roofing professionals. FRSI is a 501c3 nonprofit headquartered in Florida that provides advanced training and mentorship programs to youth and adults interested in a lucrative career in roofing, restoration, and solar installation.
A product of great mentors and advanced training, Brandon spearheaded his career in construction back in 1997 with an in depth apprenticeship at one of the largest roofing companies in the country. After a successful career working on homes and large commercial projects including grocery store chains, retail stores, malls, hospitals, corporations, and government complexes, to name a few, Brandon went on to launch his own roofing company in 2019. Hammer Roofing & Restoration, Inc. helps residential and commercial property owners with roofing, siding, gutters and storm damage restoration repairs. Brandon has worked with public adjusters, engineers, architects, attorneys, and numerous insurance companies throughout the nation on a variety of roofing and restoration projects. Brandon is Xactimate Certified and is a proud member of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), the Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA), and the Florida Roofing & Solar Institute (FRSI). Brandon studied Business Administration at the University of Minnesota.
