Commercial Construction Coffee Talk

What does it take for a family business to survive — and thrive — for more than a century? On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk, David Corson sits down with Michael Grossman, fourth-generation owner of Kensington Furniture in Northfield, New Jersey, for a conversation about family business, furniture retail, technology, AI and adapting to an industry that never stops changing. Fo...

On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk, host David Corson, publisher of Commercial Construction & Renovation (CCR) Magazine, sits down with Mike Marden, founder of WDS Integrated Design Build, to talk about the evolution of commercial construction, the growth of industrial projects and how artificial intelligence is becoming part of the construction business. Mike shares his jo...

The plumbing industry has a workforce problem — and the demand for skilled professionals isn't slowing down. In this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), host David Corson, Publisher of Commercial Construction & Renovation (CCR), sits down with Kerry Stackpole, CEO and Executive Director of Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI), and Troy Benavidez of LIXIL to discus...

What happens when one of construction technology's longtime entrepreneurs looks at where AI, BIM and spatial computing are taking the industry next? David Corson, Publisher of Commercial Construction & Renovation and host of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk, sits down with Arol Wolford, CEO and founder of Spatial Construx, for a wide-ranging conversation about his remarkable career and...

What if a drone became another member of your construction team — monitoring the jobsite 24/7 without requiring an on-site pilot? David Corson, Publisher of Commercial Construction & Renovation, sits down with Keith Miao, CEO and founder of Birdstop, and Doug Muhlbauer, principal software engineer, to explore how autonomous drone technology is changing construction, security and critical infra...

Branded: On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk, CCR Publisher David Corson sits down with Jon Armour for a wide-ranging conversation about a career built around infrastructure, technology, construction and continuous reinvention. Jon traces his journey from engineering and drafting work on power-generation projects at Black & Veatch to electronics, commercial real estate, cons...

On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), David Corson sits down with Kim Pierce, author of The Hands That Built This: Restoring Respect and Rebuilding the Future of the Trades, for a conversation about the men and women who build America—and why the future of the skilled trades matters to all of us. Kim brings firsthand experience to the discussion, with years spent working a...

Grab your boots and get ready to give cancer the boot. On Feb. 27, 2027, business leaders, community supporters, friends and families from across North Fulton, South Forsyth and North Georgia will come together at Reid Barn in Cumming, Georgia, for the inaugural North Georgia Cattle Baron’s Ball benefiting the American Cancer Society. In this special conversation, we sit down with some of the peop...

What does it take to successfully build businesses across completely different industries? On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), David Corson sits down with Kal Patel, Founder and CEO of Crestpoint Companies, for a wide-ranging conversation about entrepreneurship, hospitality, construction, real estate, inspection services, healthcare and marketing. Kal has spent decades b...

What does it take to successfully build businesses across completely different industries? On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), David Corson sits down with Kal Patel, Founder and CEO of Crestpoint Companies, for a wide-ranging conversation about entrepreneurship, hospitality, construction, real estate, inspection services, healthcare and marketing. Kal has spent decades b...

On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), David Corson sits down with Colin Gilboy, Chief Business Officer of Notability, to explore how one of the world's best-known digital note-taking platforms is moving beyond individual productivity and into the workplace. Notability has spent more than a decade helping millions of people capture ideas, annotate documents and turn ha...

Why has terrazzo remained one of the most durable, versatile and distinctive flooring systems in commercial architecture? On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk, host David Corson sits down with Chad Rakow, Executive Director of the National Terrazzo & Mosaic Association, to explore the art, craftsmanship and performance behind terrazzo. With 20 years of terrazzo contracting ex...

What is your construction business really worth—and are you prepared to sell it when the right opportunity arrives? On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk, host David Corson sits down with Eric Nadel, President and Owner of Transworld Business Advisors of Upper Bergen County, to discuss one of the most important financial decisions a business owner may ever make: exiting the compan...

What makes a carpet or rug cushion truly durable, resilient and “Unsquashable”? In this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk, host David Corson sits down with Larry Lane, President of LSI Flooring, to explore the technology and performance behind Unsquashable™ high-density urethane carpet and rug cushion. First developed in 1984, Unsquashable Padding uses proprietary chemistry and advanc...

How can smart work-truck and commercial-van upfitting improve productivity, efficiency and profitability for contractors and fleet operators? In this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk, host David Corson sits down with Dave Cherry, Director of Sales for WEATHER GUARD and a longtime leader in the commercial vehicle, fleet and work-truck industry. With more than a decade of experience, D...

Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT) sits down with Chad Lingerfelt, Director of Safety and Training North America from ProDriven Global Brands, the global leader in ladders and professional climbing equipment, to discuss how the company continues to set the standard for safety, innovation and manufacturing excellence. In this episode, Chad shares how ProDriven Global Brands controls the ent...

Welcome to Reading with Jimmy, where every book opens the door to imagination, learning and adventure! Join Jimmy as he brings children's books to life through engaging read-alouds that encourage literacy, creativity and a lifelong love of reading. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, teacher, homeschool family or young reader, Reading with Jimmy offers fun, educational stories that mak...

What happens when some of the nation's top-performing commercial roofing companies come together under one shared vision while preserving the local relationships and cultures that made them successful? In this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk, David Corson welcomes Mike Erekson, CEO of The HCR Group, to discuss how the company is redefining growth in the commercial roofing indus...

How do you grow a family-owned business into one of North America's leading retail activation companies? In this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk, David Corson sits down with Brad Robinson, CEO of KD Displays, to explore the company's remarkable journey. Founded in 1984, KD Displays began by specializing in floorcovering point-of-purchase (POP) displays. The company's...

On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), we sit down with Casey Beaver from My Go-to Roofer to discuss the evolving commercial roofing marketplace, building trusted contractor relationships and what property owners should look for when protecting long-term building performance. From roof maintenance and storm damage to restoration strategies and preventative planning, Casey s...

On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), we sit down with Debbie Merrick of DM Business Advisors to break down one of the most pressing issues impacting today’s business environment—tariffs and the use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). As global trade policies continue to shift, understanding how tariffs are implemented—and how IEEPA can influence ec...

Over 120 Years of Experience. A Fresh Perspective. We’ve been at this for five generations. What keeps the Balik family interested and hands-on, and the business thriving, are the endless creative ideas of our customers, the limitless capabilities of glass, and the inspiring dedication of our team. General GIass International (GGI) is based in Secaucus, New Jersey.  GGI is a custom glass fabricato...

On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), we sit down with Darren Macri, Co-CEO of Wythe Windows, a U.S.-based manufacturer of high-performance triple pane tilt-turn windows and doors built for both residential and commercial projects. Manufactured just 29 miles from New York City, Wythe Windows is leading the way in energy-efficient building solutions with PHI-certified compo...

On this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), we sit down with Harris Wattles, VP of Amba Products, to discuss how heated towel racks are transforming modern bathroom design in both residential and commercial spaces. For more than 20 years, Amba Products has been helping homeowners, designers, and developers create spa-like bathroom experiences with stylish, energy-efficient heate...

In this episode of Commercial Construction Coffee Talk (CCCT), we sit down with Larry Lane, President of LSI Flooring, to explore what it takes to build a lasting presence in the flooring industry. From custom carpets and luxury vinyl to large-scale hospitality and commercial projects, LSI Flooring has built a reputation on quality products, strategic partnerships and hands-on expertise. With more...