CoatingsPro Interview Series

In a sponsored episode, NLB Corp. ’s Denny Glandon (chief financial officer) and Jim Van Dam (vice president of customer experience) join AMPP Media to share the unique advantages of NLB’s FLX System. The FLX combines surface preparation capabilities with on-board water and vacuum recovery, providing contractors with unlimited growth and profit savings while using a single driver and operator. Eng...

Tim Fisher and Brendan Demler, co-presidents of Canadian Industries Limited (CIL) , join the CoatingsPro Interview Series to dissect many of the recent changes within their business and the broader industry. Discussion topics include product launches, store openings, and research and innovation trends in Canada, as well as other items on the horizon for the Canadian paints and coatings market.

In this interview from the 2026 AMPP Annual Conference + Expo, Pam Nicoletti — president of the Master Painters Institute (MPI) , an AMPP subsidiary — shares updates on MPI’s expansion into industrial testing and its recognition ( MPI Champion Awards ) of paint manufacturers and specialists. Future priorities for the organization include the development of additional industrial standards; promotin...

Matthew Rowland, CEO of BlastOne International , spoke with AMPP Media in an exclusive interview from the 2026 AMPP Annual Conference + Expo in Houston. Topics include the company’s consistent focus on corrosion management and innovation, including a new Performance 3 awards program to recognize improvements in project efficiency. Looking ahead, Rowland is already working on ambitious plans to acc...

Kevin Page, vice president of commercial for Amrize Building Envelope , discusses the group’s focus on construction chemicals — including adhesives, sealants, coatings, and spray foam insulation. As a spinoff from Holcim in 2025, Amrize emphasizes innovation, product support, and digital tools to better enhance contractor efficiency. Key market segments for the company are cold storage, data cente...

Travis Crotwell, oil and gas segment director at PPG Protective & Marine Coatings , shares his outlook on tank linings and extended inspection intervals. In this exclusive interview from the 2026 AMPP Annual Conference + Expo, Crotwell explores how newer lining technologies are helping operators reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency. Discussion topics include the latest innovation...

Brandon Acker, president of Titan Abrasive Systems , discusses the importance of efficient abrasive blasting in the coatings industry. Topics include hidden costs in the process; the need for proper surface preparation to avoid coating failures; the importance of using the correct media and maintaining equipment; and the significance of operator training, standardized processes, and performance me...

Ryan Hunn, business development manager for bridge preservation at PPG Protective & Marine Coatings , addressed the latest developments in bridge deck waterproofing as part of our interview at the 2026 AMPP Annual Conference + Expo. In his role, Hunn works closely with transportation agencies, rail owners, and certified applicators across North America, all with a mission of supporting bridge...

Known as the “non-skid guy,” Johnny M. Sanchez is the president and owner of Prime Time Coatings, Inc. (PTC). In this exclusive interview from the 2026 AMPP Annual Conference + Expo, Sanchez reflects on his distinguished career and the latest in industry trends, and he also shares insight and perspective for the next generation of the workforce.

In today’s construction environments — where schedules are tighter, labor is limited, and budgets face constant pressure — efficiency is everything. That’s why many fabricators, engineers, and asset owners are exploring two-coat systems for structural steel, rather than the traditional three coats. In this sponsored episode, Sherwin-Williams’ Greg Hansen and Brian Hlinak explain how modern two-coa...

Michael Black is vice president of service and maintenance at Florida-based Sutter Roofing . In this recent interview from the sidelines of the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo — where Sutter won first place in the “Commercial Roof” category of CoatingsPro Magazine’s 2026 Contractor Awards — Black shares some the company’s keys to success and its outlook for the future.  Discussion topics include Sut...

D. Terry Greenfield , principal consultant at CONSULEX, is the new Technical Editor of CoatingsPro Magazine! He’s also a past chairman of AMPP and past president of NACE International, as well as AMPP’s accredited representative to the International Maritime Organization (IMO). In this on-site interview, Lisa Sciortino — Managing Editor of CoatingsPro — catches up with Greenfield on the sidelines...

Ben DuBose, News Editor with AMPP Media, interviewed a wide range of industry leaders as part of CoatingsPro’s exclusive coverage of January and February 2026 trade shows. That on-site coverage, which is available on our website and social media pages, included the 2026 World of Concrete (WOC); International Roofing Expo (IRE); and AMPP’s inaugural Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum. From WOC’s ou...

To recap three industry events from early 2026, our Ben DuBose sits down with Lisa Sciortino (Managing Editor, CoatingsPro Magazine) and Jennifer Merck (Vice President of Defense and Maritime, AMPP). Discussion topics include event highlights and key takeaways from the World of Concrete show; the International Roofing Expo; and AMPP’s inaugural Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum. Both interviews c...

Ben DuBose, News Editor with AMPP Media, interviewed a wide range of industry leaders as part of CoatingsPro’s exclusive coverage of January and February 2026 trade shows. That on-site coverage, which is available on our website and social media pages, included the 2026 World of Concrete (WOC); International Roofing Expo (IRE); and AMPP’s inaugural Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum. From WOC’s Ex...

Ben DuBose, News Editor with AMPP Media and CoatingsPro Magazine, interviewed several industry leaders at January and February 2026 trade shows. The on-site coverage, available at CoatingsPro’s social media pages, includes the International Roofing Expo (IRE); World of Concrete (WOC); and AMPP’s inaugural Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum. From IRE’s Exhibit Hall floor in Las Vegas, this mini-epi...

In an event held February 3-4, 2026, in Virginia Beach, Va., AMPP will host its inaugural Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum . To reflect and share insight on the latest industry trends, this panel discussion features AMPP’s Jennifer Merck and Ben DuBose alongside several prominent event sponsors. Speakers include Jim Hartley of PPG; Robert Dahlstrom of Apellix; Joe McGreal of Ervin Industries; an...

This roundtable conversation with leaders from the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades ( IUPAT ) explores the vital role of certifications in industrial painting, as well as areas in which a trained and certified workforce can boost the coatings industry. Topics include modern project requirements, certifications, and the industry’s future; QP contractor requirements; how contractor...

From February 3-4, 2026, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) is hosting its inaugural Maritime Coatings Contractor Forum . With a goal of serving members and the industry, CoatingsPro is a member magazine of AMPP. To share the latest event information along with insight on maritime trends and workforce development, this roundtable podcast fe...

David V. Revay, an AMPP-certified professional and founder of Revay Coating Consultants, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, recently introduced “The Paint Father” as an innovative YouTube and TikTok video channel. After 13 years of consulting and inspections work, as well as serving as an expert witness for many coatings-related legal cases, the 36-year-old now hopes to inspire and equip the n...

This episode introduces readers to Lisa Sciortino, the new Managing Editor of CoatingsPro Magazine. Topics include her career background and what makes her a good fit for the role; opportunities for industry leaders to become more involved with the magazine; and how CoatingsPro aims to help contractors and other industry professionals do their jobs better, both now and into the future.

Dennis Karnstein and Brian Carson are top executives at Pittsburgh Paints Co. , a leading North American producer of interior and exterior paints, stains, caulks, repair products, adhesives, and sealants. In this conversation with CoatingsPro Magazine, Karnstein and Carson address marketplace trends in late 2025 and entering 2026; making coatings more user-friendly for applicators; the group’s uni...

A new set calculator on the Enverge. App is designed to provide contractors with a quick, mobile tool displaying instant estimates for how many spray foam sets a project will need, as well as built-in calculators for circles, triangles, and corrugated metal. Ryan Decker, spray foam brand manager for Enverge , chats with CoatingsPro Magazine regarding the importance of digital integration for contr...

Pamela Novak, vice president of finance and HR at JetRock , joins this sponsored episode of the CoatingsPro Interview Series. Discussion topics include what makes JetRock stand out among flooring options in the commercial business sector; the company’s unique value proposition; installation challenges, opportunities, and training resources; and much more.

In this sponsored episode, experts from the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades ( IUPAT ) explore how new and emerging technologies are transforming the industrial coating marketplace. Featuring insights from Don McClain, Andrew Croll, and Ken Seal, topics include the impact of new technologies and tools; optimal strategies for training, workforce development, and quality control; fu...