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On Nov. 14, the U.S. Green Building Council released a report that highlights the organization’s impact through its LEED program and the global green building community, which has driven the green building movement.

NanaWall has announced the winners of the 2024 NanaAwards Project and Design Competition. Celebrating its 10th year, the NanaAwards competition recognizes the outstanding achievements of architects, designers and building professionals across the commercial and residential industries, underscoring NanaWall’s commitment to advancing innovation in design.

The Lester Group announced the appointment of Dana Cowart as its new president. The strategic appointment is effective immediately, as the company seeks to leverage Cowart’s extensive experience in the industry to drive forward its strategic initiatives and enhance operational effectiveness.

The Architectural Glass and Metal Certification Council, which sponsors and coordinates the North American Contractor Certification and Architectural Glass and Metal Technician programs, North America’s only third-party credentials for glazing contractors and glaziers, has entered into exploratory talks to identify collaboration opportunities with the National Glass Association, a provider of glass industry resources, such as MyGlassClass.com, technical manuals and industry events.

Three new board members joined the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance’s Board of Directors during the 2024 Fall Conference in Minneapolis. The FGIA welcomes Scott Corley of ODL, Chris Giovannielli of Kawneer Company and Stacha Reed of Andersen Corporation to the board.

Associated Builders and Contractors released a statement on Nov. 6, congratulating ABC-endorsed Donald J. Trump on his election as president and the election of a merit-shop majority in the U.S. Senate.