AWCI’s Distinguished Service Award recognizes an individual for exemplary volunteer service to the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry.

In celebration of National Tradesmen Day (September 16) and National Construction Appreciation Week (September 19 – 23), the Carpenter Contractor Trust is highlighting four union tradespeople who have dedicated their lives to building (quite literally) a better future for the United States. Michael Conner, Lauren LaForge, Layla Bibi and Abbey Agius all come from vastly different backgrounds and represent several generations of U.S. trade union builders.

Simpson Strong-Tie was recognized by Worldwide Fastener Sources for its innovation in fasteners and fastening systems products.