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.
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.
Recent Supreme Court Rulings That Can Affect YOU!
The U.S. Supreme Court’s 6-3 ruling on July 26 overturned the 1984 Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council decision, significantly limiting federal agencies’ ability to interpret laws and rules. This change will affect various sectors, including environmental regulations, health care costs and OSHA’s enforcement of safety standards. In this episode of If Walls Could Talk, Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney discusses the ruling’s implications for the construction industry and advises contractors to review vendor agreements to comply with upcoming amendments to the Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Cincinnati Interiors: Training the Future
In this special episode of If Walls Could Talk, Walls & Ceilings associate editor Michael Levitt speaks with Lisa Banks of Cincinnati Interiors. The company is on the cover of W&C’s August issue and has been working with ceilings and acoustics for over 30 years.
What’s Going On with EIFS Premiums?
In this episode of If Walls Could Talk, John Wyatt interviews Mike Griffin, national sales director at Demand Products and board member of the Texas Lathing & Plastering Contractors Association, about the success of the association’s 72nd Annual Convention & Trade Show in Galveston. Griffin highlights the event’s well-attended educational seminars, trade show and networking opportunities, emphasizing the importance of keeping members informed on current codes, market trends and installation techniques for EIFS, stucco and adhered veneer systems. Additionally, Griffin discusses the challenges in securing general liability insurance for plaster and EIFS, noting the decreasing number of companies offering coverage and the rising costs.
The Specialty EIFS and Stucco Contractor
In this episode of If Walls Could Talk, John Wyatt interviews Bruce Honore III, project manager for Precision Development, a specialty subcontractor featured in W&C’s July issue. Precision Development, founded in 1989, focuses on semi-custom and custom residential markets, offering a one-stop-shop for all masonry needs, including new construction, remodels and repair work. Honore III highlights the company’s expertise in moisture management and innovative techniques, like the Plain Drain rainscreen and a new patent-pending ventilated stucco system.
