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.
Mid-Valley Commercial Construction Talks Optimism and Concerns
In this episode of If Walls Could Talk, John Wyatt, editor of Walls & Ceilings, speaks with Jesse Vigil, president of Mid-Valley Commercial Construction, and Eric Norris, vice president at the company, which is located in Salem, Oregon. These two and the company are featured on the cover of Walls & Ceilings’ October issue.
Phampena Inc.: The Meaning of Family
In this special episode of If Walls Could Talk, Walls & Ceilings associate editor Michael Levitt speaks with Phampena Inc.’s Taide Pham, Hien “H” Pham and Trinidy Pham. The company is on the cover of W&C’s September issue and has grown into an industry leader since being founded in 2010.
Do You Know Your Company’s Policy on Marijuana Use?
In this episode of If Walls Could Talk, Jill Bloom and Trent Cotney discuss the complexities of marijuana use in the construction industry. Cotney addresses the challenges employers face due to varying state laws on marijuana legalization, emphasizing the importance of safety and supervisor training to identify impairment. He also highlights the difficulties of maintaining a drug-free workplace, considering testing limitations and insurance requirements, which often necessitate policy re-evaluations for contractors.
How to Address Fraud and Slow Money
Thea Dudley chats with Jill Bloom about payment portals, fraud targets, best practices in debt collection, and other methods to address fraud and tardy customers.
Nancy Brinkerhoff: 2024’s Leadership Award Winner
Walls & Ceilings honored Nancy Brinkerhoff, CEO of Ironwood Commercial Builders, with its Leadership Award, recognizing her active role in the wall and ceiling industry. She is celebrated for her integrity, emotional intelligence and commitment to mentoring others, particularly women in construction. Brinkerhoff’s leadership extends to her involvement in associations like AWCI and WACA, where she advocates for smaller members and promotes the inclusion of young professionals.
The ABCs of Marketing 2024
With the school year starting again, is it time to go back to the basics? Anna Anderson of Art Unlimited thinks so and has some marketing tips that could improve your business approach.
FWCCA Receives Record Attendance
Why should someone join the Florida Wall & Ceiling Contractors Association? Walls & Ceilings spoke to members of the association at its 2024 show in Orlando, Florida, to ask them why they joined. There were many different responses, from networking to education to seeing the industry’s newest products.
IIBEC’s BES 2024 Symposium Heads to Toronto
Jill Bloom, group publisher for Walls & Ceilings, sat down with IIBEC CEO/EVP Brian Pallasch to chat about what to expect during this year’s IIBEC/OBEC BES show in Toronto. Listen in as Pallasch chats about all the educational opportunities available for attendees.
