In this special episode of If Walls Could Talk, Walls & Ceilings Associate Editor Michael Levitt speaks with Phampena Inc.’s Taide Pham, Hien “H” Pham and Trinidy Pham. The company is on the cover of W&C’s September issue and has grown into an industry leader since being founded in 2010.

In this episode of If Walls Could Talk, Jill Bloom and Trent Cotney discuss the complexities of marijuana use in the construction industry. Cotney addresses the challenges employers face due to varying state laws on marijuana legalization, emphasizing the importance of safety and supervisor training to identify impairment. He also highlights the difficulties of maintaining a drug-free workplace, considering testing limitations and insurance requirements, which often necessitate policy re-evaluations for contractors.

Thea Dudley chats with Jill Bloom about payment portals, fraud targets, best practices in debt collection and other methods to address fraud and tardy customers.

Nancy Brinkerhoff, CEO of Ironwood Commercial Builders, was honored with the Leadership Award by Walls & Ceilings, 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.

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.