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Welcome to “If Walls Could Talk” where Walls & Ceilings magazine is out to discover just that.
Listen as 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.
The communities impacted by the devastating tornadoes that struck Kentucky and several other states in the Heartland are going to need a lot of healing -- and a lot of help to rebuild. Contractors can play an important role in stabilizing the current situation and in the recovery process, said Trent Cotney, CEO of Cotney Attorneys and Consultants. However, they should know what they’re getting into. He breaks down some important points to consider in this latest episode.
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.
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.
Contractors looking to get their name out are put in a difficult position by an election year and the glut of political ads flooding the market. In this episode of “Dear Anna,” Anna Anderson, CEO of Art Unlimited, helps you determine the best way to navigate this marketing cycle.
The U.S. Supreme Court's recent 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 impact 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.
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.
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.