Keepin' The Lights On

In this episode, Tauhira Ali, Executive Director of Industry Innovation at NECA and I talk about why innovation in construction is so important, the challenges in adopting innovation in this space, and get a few ideas on how a business can start to move innovation from a buzzword to more practical solutions and results. Thank you for listening and please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and revie...

Some studies say that up to 80% of commercial and industrial spaces have not been upgraded to LED lighting. Before you go out and buy the latest LED lights, take a few minutes to hear what Steve LoJacono, NCQLP Lighting Professional and NALMCO certified lighting controls professional has to say about upgrading your lighting. We discuss the importance of your intent or function of the space, circad...

For nearly 30 years, Jim Baller, Partner at Keller & Heckman, LLP, has worked tirelessly advocating for creating equality in the realm of digital access. The pandemic certainly accelerated the mainstream recognition of this divide and the need to provide high-speed, quality to all communities. In this episode Jim shares his work in helping communities close the gap through various means includ...

Supply chain issues have eased a bit over the past few months. However, there seems to be news daily talking about new disruptions. I spend a few minutes with Tom Gale, CEO of MDM, a market research and niche media company covering supply chain and distribution trends since 1967. Tom shares insights and lessons learned as he’s covered the supply chain in 17 different market channels. Tom gives us...

The technical and trades skills gap is well known among manufacturing and construction. There are many ideas and solutions out there, including a scholarship sponsored by Graybar focused on all trades. However, in my research, I ran across a unique approach recently when I met, Mike Nager, author of All About Smart Manufacturing, a children’s book focused on showing kids the opportunities availabl...