NWCB’s Executive Director Looks Forward to the Wall and Ceiling Conference & Trade Show
In a special episode of If Walls Could Talk, broadcasted live from BUILD24, W&C Associate Editor Michael Levitt interviews Gabriel Quintana, the new executive director of the Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau, discussing the upcoming Wall and Ceiling Conference & Trade Show. Quintana, enthusiastic about his recent appointment, emphasizes the importance of community engagement and soliciting member feedback to drive the association forward, as NWCB collaborates with other industry organizations to expand the conference’s reach and enhance its educational offerings.
W&C talks with influencers in the industry who are making an impact. We are helping educate and entertain the wall and ceiling industry as only W&C can do. What brought these people to the industry? What’s in store for the contractor? And “If Walls Could Talk,” what stories would they tell? Find out all of this and more on each episode.
TLPCA and Texas Contractors Launch Workforce Initiative
Held at Margaritaville Lake Resort, the TLPCA convention gathered construction leaders to celebrate innovation, honor veteran contributions, and address workforce and labor issues. Mike Griffin received a Lifetime Achievement Award, while Trey Harris led impactful fundraising for industry education.
Subcontractor Liability in Construction
At the FRSA convention, construction law expert Trent Cotney emphasized the legal risks prime contractors face due to subcontractor actions, highlighting the importance of strong contracts, job site oversight, and thorough documentation. He also addressed growing concerns over ICE job site raids, urging contractors to prioritize compliance and support for their crews while advocating for more efficient labor policies.
Evolution of Building Envelope Attachment Solutions
Learn about the trends in attachment solutions for the building envelope. For more information, visit Trufast.com.
Celebrating Ron Rice: CISCA’s Highest Honor Recipient Speaks Out
CISCA named CertainTeed’s Rice this honor in recognition of his contributions to many industry advocacies. The industry veteran was specially honored at this year’s CISCA Connect in Las Vegas in April. One of his most notable contributions to the association was in 2014, during his committee chair work on the EPD Task Force.
Optiline Continues Upward Growth Beyond its New England Roots
Optiline has made ambitious moves to expand beyond its New England territory. Two of its staff discuss this strategy.
The Enormous Savings of Utilizing Software on Jobsites
Travis Vap of South Valley Drywall explains how they use 3-D modeling and robotics to save in labor costs.
