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Influencers

We are excited to introduce our new Influencers page. This page compiles all the authors for this issue, and we look forward to working with each of them again in the future.

This page highlights the thought leaders and influencers who are shaping the future of our industry.

Mario Botelho is Director, Construction Services for CastWorks Architectural Forms (formerly Plasterform Architectural Castings) at Armstrong World Industries. He can be reached at mjbotelho@armstrongceilings.com

Read Mario's article >> Custom-Made GRG Forms Cast Historic Ceiling in New Light

Chris K. Little is senior product manager at ClarkDietrich. He has nearly 30 years of experience in new product development and management, and has also played an integral role in helping shape industry standards for lathing, plastering and installation of masonry and stone. He can be reached at c.k.little@clarkdietrich.com

Read Chris's article >> Continuous Insulation With Stucco: Benefits and Challenges

Rob Knight is the founder of Variance Specialty Finishes and Armourtone Abuse Resistant Finishes. He brings over 35 years of experience in the commercial and residential markets with a wealth of stucco, EIFS and specialty finishing materials experience. He currently manages Knight Wall Sales and Consulting LLC. 

Read Rob's article >> Resurfacing the Market: Interior Decorative Plaster Industry Performance in 2025 

Brock Osborn began his Sto career in 1990, working for a dedicated Sto Distributor in the DC area. Since coming to Sto Corp in 1996 he has held various positions for the company. In Brock’s current role of Rainscreen Specialist, Mid-Atlantic, he has been assigned to a specialized team within Sto Corp. whose job is to service the top Architectural Firms in the US. Brock’s product focus is on StoVentec and Ventro Sub Construction assemblies for the rainscreen market. 

Read Brock's article >> A Cutting‑Edge Glass Rainscreen Makeover

Heather West specializes in writing stories about architectural, interior and building products and service providers. She is president of Heather West Public Relations and can be reached at heather@heathewestpr.com

Read Heather's article >> Curtainwalls Define Duquesne University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine