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Michelle and Ed Richards, owners and operators ofLeed Insulation

April 2026 Cover Story

Leed Insulation & Spray Foam: Building a Legacy with Integrity, Innovation and People First

For nearly two decades, Leed Insulation & Spray Foam has blended technical expertise, ethical business practices, and a genuine care for their employees and customers.

John Wyatt

April 1, 2026

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For nearly two decades, Leed Insulation & Spray Foam has blended technical expertise, ethical business practices, and a genuine care for their employees and customers.

Publisher's Post

Own Your 2026: The Ultimate Trade Show Playbook

Trade shows are one of the smartest ways to grow your business in 2026, and this Convention Companion issue is designed to help you attend with purpose, plan ahead, and make the right connections.

Jill Bloom

March 27, 2026

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Trade shows are one of the smartest ways to grow your business in 2026, and this Convention Companion issue is designed to help you attend with purpose, plan ahead, and make the right connections.

Technology News

Angi Launches Home Services App in ChatGPT

Tool connects AI questions to contractors

W&C Staff

March 11, 2026

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Angi has launched an app in ChatGPT that allows homeowners to move from asking project questions to connecting with local contractors and requesting quotes.

Women Who Build

Building Trust Before the Bid

Through business development leadership, Karina Eshilian helps translate complex wall and ceiling scopes into clear value for owners and design teams.

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Tanja Kern

March 4, 2026

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Through business development leadership, Karina Eshilian helps translate complex wall and ceiling scopes into clear value for owners and design teams.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Holcim to Acquire Xella in $2.0B Deal

The deal strengthens Holcim’s position in Europe’s $13B walling market and advances its NextGen Growth 2030 strategy.

W&C Staff

March 2, 2026

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The deal strengthens Holcim’s position in Europe’s $13B walling market and advances its NextGen Growth 2030 strategy.

March 2026 Cover Story

Building a Legacy in Plaster and Stucco

Third-generation CEO Mike Taylor has helped guide Liddle Brothers Contractors Inc. into a new era of growth by blending family legacy, niche craftsmanship, and relationship-driven leadership in one of the South’s strongest construction markets.

John Wyatt

March 2, 2026

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Third-generation CEO Mike Taylor has helped guide Liddle Brothers Contractors Inc. into a new era of growth by blending family legacy, niche craftsmanship, and relationship-driven leadership in one of the South’s strongest construction markets.

Publisher's Post

Why Trade Shows and Conferences Matter More Than Ever for Leadership Growth

Books provide knowledge but intentional conversations at trade shows and conferences deliver the perspective and context leaders need to grow.

Jill Bloom

February 26, 2026

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Books provide knowledge but intentional conversations at trade shows and conferences deliver the perspective and context leaders need to grow.

ABC Supply Co., Inc. opens six new locations in Oklahoma, Arizona, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania.

Business Expansion

ABC Supply Adds Three New U.S. Branches

New locations open in Ohio, California and North Carolina

W&C Staff

February 3, 2026

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ABC Supply has expanded its footprint with three new branch openings across the Midwest, West Coast and Southeast.

Attic Queen Azarelo’s Rise Through Resilience

From job-site injury to industry advocate, Azarelo builds impact beyond attics.

Tanja Kern

February 2, 2026

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After a life-altering injury ended her time in the attic, Jessica Azarelo rebuilt her role—growing Attic Queen LLC and becoming a powerful advocate for the home performance industry.