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Quick. Easy. Out.

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emember the first time you went to the store and were able to zip through the check-out line without having any human contact? I do, vaguely. I approached the line

with some apprehension after spending a lifetime interacting with cashiers on whether or not I found everything I was looking for, how my day was going and if I had any coupons.

They are the questions that basically define the shopping experience, and still do today.

But self-check lines still have their share of issues, for a lack of a better word (you can insert your own here if you feel more comfortable). You still have to unload your own items, run them through a scanner and, for heaven’s sake, have to bag them yourself.

And, in those instances where something doesn’t ring up properly, or you have to manually type an item in (produce for example), there still is that whole human contact thing.

Now, in an age of technology that never ceases to amaze us, we have self-checkout machines that use artificial intelligence (AI) to automatically ring up your items. Now, while you still may have to unload and bag, you don’t have to run the items through the scanner.

Brands like Circle K love the technology so much that it is installing these AI self-checkout machines in 7,000 locations over the next few years. It recently tested the machines in 500 of its convenience

stores using technology from a California-based startup Mashgin.

Designed for speed, the checkout machines eliminate the need for shoppers to find and scan barcodes on items. After processing some 40 million transactions at its kiosks, Mashgin says it has reached an accuracy rate of 99.9%.

Interestingly, Mashgin CEO Abhinai Srivastava recently said in an interview in Forbes that everybody hates them, and while the idea is right, implementation has not been that great to date. Srivastava and his team have spent the last eight years leveraging advancements in technology to create the next-generation self-checkout machine—one that enables customers to check out in as little as 10 seconds. That’s eight times faster than a regular self-checkout machine.

Is the technology right on time?

According to Juniper Research, smart checkout technology machines are expected to process roughly $400 billion in transactions by 2025. And moves like the one Circle K is making is adding to the technology's stature. Mashgin also has installed machines in hundreds of other locations, including convenience stores like ampm and Texas’ Delek, as well as airports, corporate cafeterias and stadiums such as Wrigley Field and Madison Square Garden.

So, if you are looking to make your checkout experience even easier, there seems to be a machine for that.

Me, it will probably take a few trips to scout out how the shopper competition uses the machines before I jump in. Because, with my track record, I am still going to get the how-you-aredoing-today-did-you-find-everything-youwere-looking-for spiel when things that are supposed to be easy go tragically off course.

Happy shopping.

Michael J. Pallerino is the editor of Commercial Construction & Renovation. You can reach him at 678.513.2397 or via email at mikep@ccr-mag.com.

We want to hear from you At Commercial Construction & Renovation, we’re always looking to showcase the best of what our industry is doing. If you have a project profile or a fresh perspective on how to keep our industry positively moving forward, shoot me an email at mikep@ccr-mag.com. We’d love to take a look.

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ISYOL E. CABRERA Director Development and Construction Focus Brands LLC DEMETRIA PETERSON Project Director, Design and Construction HMSHost

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AroundtheIndustry Restaurant Schlotzsky’s Schlotzsky’s has unveiled a new unit in Oklahoma City that features two drive-thru lanes and no dine-in seating, one of two new smaller formats for the 300-unit chain. The drive-thru lanes at 85% of Schlotzsky’s restaurants generate about half the chain’s sales, and that figure has been growing during the pandemic amid rising demand for off-premises dining.

Subway Subway has trimmed its US restaurant count over the past few years, and growth plans going forward will focus on strategic development with an emphasis on the customer experience. The 100% franchised sandwich chain also will transition to more multi-unit operators and use data to ensure that it tailors units to the needs of their specific locations.

Outback Steakhouse Outback Steakhouse has opened a new prototype in Charlotte, Fort Worth, Texas and Polaris, Ohio. The casual-dining chain, which plans to build 75 to 100 additional restaurants in the US, also is beginning to refresh its existing restaurants to incorporate elements of the new prototype.

Hardee’s, Carl’s Jr. parent begins $500M brand update CKE Restaurants Holdings has unveiled plans for a major update of sibling chains Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s, a project that will include revamping restaurant exteriors, simplifying menus, adding new kitchen equipment and implementing digital drive-thru menu boards. The chain will invest $60 million in making changes to company-owned locations, and franchisees are expected to collectively spend $440 million over the next four to six years.

Papa John’s Papa John’s will open 320 new restaurants this year as part of a plan to grow by at least 1,400 and as many as 1,800 over the next three years.

Sweetgreen Sweetgreen will start testing a new pickup only format in Washington, DC this summer that will strictly be for fulfilling digital orders from the Sweetgreen app and website and from third-party delivery services. The new format from the chain will feature an employee at the front to ensure orders are correct, and food will be prepared on-site.

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The Golden Girls Kitchen A Los Angeles fast-casual eatery with the theme of the perennially popular TV show “The Golden Girls” is slated to open in July. Derek Berry, the creator of TV-themed pop-ups including Good Burger and Saved by the Max, will open The Golden Girls Kitchen with a dessert-centric menu that’s heavy on cheesecake.

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Dollar General Dollar General is on track to open 1,110 locations, finish 1,750 remodels and complete 120 relocations in 2022. The retailer opened 239 stores during the first quarter and finished rolling out its DG Fresh program, which enables it to self-distribute frozen and refrigerated products.

IKEA Select IKEA stores in the US will start selling solar panels and installation services this fall in a partnership with California-based SunPower.

The products and services will be sold under the “Home Solar” line, which will be available to IKEA Family loyalty program members.

Kohl’s Kohl’s plans to open about 100 small-format stores over the next four years as part of a plan to enter markets where it does not have a brick-and-mortar retail presence. The retailer also will invest $850 million this year to open 400 more in-store Sephora shops and update stores with features including zones to highlight emerging and women-owned brands.

Wayfair’s AllModern Wayfair will open the first of two planned stores in Massachusetts under its AllModern banner. AllModern stores will feature a range of modern design styles and give shoppers a place to experience the pieces in person and also access digital design tools and place orders for delivery.

Walmart Walmart will expand its drone delivery experiment with partner DroneUp to select delivery areas in six states, with the potential to provide the unmanned delivery service to about 4 million US households by the end of the year. Online shoppers will pay a $3.99 fee per order and there’s a weight limit of 10 pounds on each order fulfilled by the service, which Walmart launched in North Carolina about two years ago.

Kotn Canadian brand Kotn began its US expansion with the May launch of its first store in Los Angeles. The retailer plans to open eight to 10 stores nationwide, which includes a 2022 launch in New York.

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AroundtheIndustry Psycho Bunny Menswear retailer Psycho Bunny will open 29 new stores this year after launching 20 locations in 2021, and will end 2022 with 130 global locations. Existing stores have proven to grow sales both at stores and via the brand’s online shopping channels.

Hospitality

Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection Hyatt Hotels has unveiled a worldwide portfolio of nine all-inclusive luxury brands called Inclusive Collection. Hyatt’s 26 global brands now fall under four banners, including Timeless Collection, Boundless Collection and Independent Collection.

AC Hotel by Marriott Walmart’s plans for revamping its corporate headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas will include a 153-room AC Hotel by Marriott.

The hotel, set to open in 2024, will also boast a rooftop lounge and 6,000 square feet of space for events and meetings, and the plans also call for a fitness center and a child-care facility.

Club Med Magna Marbella The opening of a resort in Marbella heralds Club Med’s return to Spain after a 20-year hiatus. Club Med Magna Marbella, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, features 485 guestrooms across 35 acres.

Autograph Collection Eight years after reopening as a revitalized mixed-use development, the David Whitney Building in downtown Detroit will undergo a rebrand and expansion of its hotel space. Detroit-based The Roxbury Group and TreeFort Hospitality are bringing an Autograph Collection hotel to the site at One Park Avenue, as well as new food and beverage venues.

Rand Tower Hotel Rand Tower Hotel, which opened in late 2020 in a historic downtown Minneapolis skyscraper, features a one-of-a-kind aviation theme that makes a great home base for exploring the area. A $110-million renovation and conversion project retained the design of the former Minneapolis Gas Light Co., entered in the National Register of Historic Places.

Fremont Hotel & Casino Fremont Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is expanding its casino floor and replacing its buffet with a new dining hall with six “quick-serve” restaurants. The dining hall will have some nationally known brands and use the former buffet’s space as well as a piece of land behind the building.

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Orbital Assembly Orbital Assembly has been designing a new hotel that is set to open in 2025 and will include futuristic concepts such as “several modules connected by elevator shafts that make up a rotating wheel orbiting the Earth.” The company also is working on a second station for space tourism to open by 2027, as well as a “business park” for offices and tourists.

Grocery Amazon Fresh An Amazon Fresh store has opened in Huntington Beach, California, the banner’s 15th location in Southern California. The store features the cashierless Amazon One palm scan and Just Walk Out checkout technology, which appears to be the standard for the latest Amazon Fresh stores, including upcoming locations in New York and New Jersey.

Wegmans Food Markets Wegmans Food Markets officially is entering the nation’s capital this July. The grocer’s first Washington, DC, location is at City Ridge on Wisconsin Ave. in the northwest corner of the city and construction is moving along at a fast clip.

Whole Foods Whole Foods Market has reached an energy savings goal by improving energy performance by 21% since 2010, hitting the target two years early. The company is the only grocer that has signed on to the US Energy Department’s “Better Buildings Challenge.”

Kroger Restaurant Supply Kroger has opened a supply service for restaurants, bakeries and caterers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area that provides next-day delivery on orders of $250 or more. Kroger Restaurant Supply aims to help restaurants circumvent ongoing supply chain issues and offers them an alternative to ordering in large quantities on a pre-set schedule by allowing orders seven days a week.

Food City Food City plans to join the Ace Hardware family of stores—thus making Food City the place with the helpful hardware man. The grocer is launching its line of Curt’s Ace Hardware stores later this summer.

Dom’s Kitchen & Market Grocery startup Dom’s Kitchen & Market plans to open 15 stores by 2025 with a team that includes Bob Mariano, founder of Krogerowned chain Mariano’s.

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Interplan founder Ray Chocholek R

ay Chocholek, who co-founded Interplan in 1972 and served as the Founding Principal, passed away peacefully April 25, 2022 in Palos Park, Illinois at the age of 84. Chocholek’s passion for architecture began at an early age with his interest in model trains. In setting up landscapes for model trains, he took great care in the buildings and scenes he created for the trains’ surroundings.

He went on to pursue architecture as a career, graduating from the University of Illinois, before eventually founding the Interplan Partnership on June 1, 1971. In 1972, his classmate from the University of Illinois, Lou Narcisi, joined the firm, which they eventually named Interplan Practice.

Chocholek and Narcisi created a people-forward company that would grow into a leader in the architectural industry.

The foundation of what they envisioned and created can be found in an old newspaper article from 1976, which highlighted how their unique differences played such a vital role in complementing everything they did. Their emphasis on “partnership” became threaded into the DNA of Interplan, focusing on celebrating the diversity of ideas and cultures, which was unique to most architectural firms of its time.

Ultimately, this led to specializing in the multi-discipline firm Interplan has grown into today.

Chocholek will be remembered for helping instill the passion for partnership and relationships that will carry the company for the next 50 years.

The numbers game

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The percent that mall traffic was up in February, beating pre-pandemic levels, including at Minnesota’s Mall of America, according to analytical research firm Placer.ai

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“We feel like this model can work in communities across the country that are struggling with similar malls that are underperforming.”

— Trademark Properties’ Ginger Davis on the trend of more enclosed malls transforming into health care centers

“We’re certainly getting back on the offense, and we see a lot of opportunities, certainly not only in 2022, but ... beyond.”

— Freshii’s COO Adam Corrin on how consumer demand for healthy dining options is driving the growth of the fast-casual chain, which has 384 franchised locations in 13 countries

“I think there’s a big opportunity right now where you don’t need to wait weeks, if not months to get in to see a primary care physician.”

— Placer.ai co-founder and CEO R.J. Hottovy on why retailers like Walmart, Walgreens Boots Alliance and CVS Health are expanding into the healthcare market

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More airports getting makeovers

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irport renovations continue to be back in vogue. On the strength of the funding under the bipartisan infrastructure bill, more airport officials are stepping up airport renovations and modifications.

For example, now that O'Hare International Airport has completed its $6 billion renovation of its runway system, the airport and airline partners are working on an $8.5 billion makeover that Chicago says will remodel the airport “from curb to gate.”

Airport officials say reconfiguring the runways has reduced delays by 65%.

In addition, construction is expected to begin next year on a new $675 million concourse at Dulles International Airport.

Washington, DC-area airport officials recently approved a plan to replace a temporary concourse and to apply for a $230 million competitive federal grant under the bipartisan infrastructure law.

Why RoboBurger is a thing Restaurateur Audley Wilson’s wish may have finally come true.

After joining forces with mechanical engineer Dan Braido on a mission to build a machine to take the work out of burger making, the pair launched RoboBurger in 2019.

Today, the vending machine—which holds ingredients for up to 50 burgers and features a freezer, a griddle and a toaster—debuted recently at the Newport Centre mall in Jersey City, New Jersey. RoboBurger plans to roll out nationally.

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Live from your local mall, it’s….

In an effort to more creatively use its space, the American Dream Mall in New Jersey is teaming with Live Nation to host concerts and other events. The mall’s design—including wide open courtyards and tiered floors overlooking those open areas—lends itself to events and large gatherings. For DJ events in the amusement park, access to rides has been included in the ticket price. The move is part of a trend that is seeing malls across the country diverse its offerings to draw more consumers.

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Total construction starts rise Healthy growth in building construction in April offsets infrastructure weakness

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otal construction starts rose 3% in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $945.8 billion, according to Dodge Construction Network. Nonresidential building starts rose 6% and residential starts increased by 4%, while nonbuilding starts fell 4%.

Year-to-date, total construction was 6% higher in the first four months of 2022 compared to the same period of 2021. Nonresidential building starts rose 19%, residential starts gained 3%, while nonbuilding starts were 2% lower. For the 12 months ending April 2022, total construction starts were 12% above the 12 months ending April 2021. Nonresidential starts were 24% higher, residential starts gained 11% and nonbuilding starts were down 1%.

Below is the breakdown for construction starts:  Nonbuilding construction starts fell 4% in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $187.1 billion. Starts in the environmental public works category rose 8%, while utility/gas plant starts moved 10% higher. Starts for highway and bridge projects fell 14% and miscellaneous nonbuilding starts dropped 2% during the month.

Through the first four months of the year, total nonbuilding starts were 2% lower than in 2021. Highway and bridge starts gained 28% through four months and environmental public works projects were 2% higher. At the same time, miscellaneous nonbuilding and utility/gas plants starts dropped 37% and 39% (respectively) through four months.

For the 12 months ending April 2022, total nonbuilding starts were 1% lower than in the 12 months ending April 2021. Environmental public works starts were up 10%, and street/bridge starts gained 6%. Miscellaneous nonbuilding starts were 33% lower and utility/gas plant starts were down 3%.

 Nonresidential building starts rose 6% in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $295.9 billion. In April, commercial starts rose 2%, institutional starts gained 8% and manufacturing starts increased 16%. Through the first four months of 2022, nonresidential building starts were 19% higher than during the first four months of 2021. Commercial starts advanced 11% and institutional starts 1%, while manufacturing starts soared 189% on a year-to-date basis.

For the 12 months ending April 2022, nonresidential building starts were 24% higher than in the 12 months ending April 2021. Commercial starts grew 19%, institutional starts rose 11%, and manufacturing starts swelled 163% on a 12-month rolling sum basis.  Residential building starts rose 4% in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $462.9 billion. Single family starts gained 1% and multifamily starts rose 13%. Through the first four months of 2022, residential starts were 3% higher than in the first four months of 2021. Multifamily starts were up 16%, while single family housing slipped 2%.

For the 12 months ending April 2022, residential starts improved 11% from the same period ending March 2021. Single family starts were 6% higher and multifamily starts were 27% stronger on a 12-month rolling sum basis. CCR

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Eyes wide open 5 ways to spot substance abuse on the jobsite

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t is common to rationalize substance misuse as a problem that could never hit close to home or involve our own loved ones.

But it is important to understand there is no single pathway to an addiction.

The harsh reality is that substance abuse can affect everyone equally, at any time, and does not discriminate in terms of severity. In fact, as of 2021, according to the National Institute of Drug Abuse, 21%-29% of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them, and 8%-12% of people using an opioid for chronic pain develop an opioid use disorder.

The “stigma” that comes with addiction should never prevent recovery conversations. Overall, the ultimate goal on the end of an employer should be to foster a strategic culture of safety, health, and wellness to help protect employees and their families.

In the case of addiction, many issues can stem from a workplace injury, and unfortunately, this is even more prevalent in

the construction industry. Opioids following surgery is another unexpected gateway to addiction. It is critical that today’s employers provide education to employees about substance misuse and opioids. According to the National Safety Council, 19% of workers in the construction industry have a substance use disorder (compared to the approximately 8.5% among all industries).

While it is difficult to know exactly what is going on with each and every employee, here are five common warning signs of substance misuse and addiction in the workplace from the Mayo Clinic.

No. 1 — Unreliable or inconsistent work

If it often is difficult to rely on an employee to follow through with meeting an important deadline or complete a specific task, it could be a sign of a deeper issue, especially if these signs seem to arise suddenly or without known causes.

By Cal Beyer

No. 2 — Sudden changes in conduct

An impromptu change in punctuality, unexplained absences and temperament often can be a sign of substance misuse and could involve a number of factors, including disrespecting other teammates, frequent mood swings, and displaying poor work ethic.

No. 3 — Dramatic shifts in appearance

A lack of personal hygiene, an abrupt drop or gain in weight and other factors can all be signs of an employee with declining health or an addiction issue.

No. 4 — Personal issues that interfere with the workplace

An addiction issue affects the whole person, not just their career. With this, financial struggles, family conflicts, legal issues, and more, can very well result in a disruptive work environment for an individual who is struggling.

No. 5 — Withdrawing from social activity

Among the many conflicts associated with addiction, the affected can often feel alone in their struggle. Withdrawing can be a common, but unhealthy, coping mechanism.

Overall, while these may be some frequent signs of substance misuse or addiction, it is in no way a comprehensive list. Furthermore, it’s also important to realize addiction affects everyone differently, so there is no true tell-tale sign someone may have an issue, making it even more important employees feel safe and empowered to approach these challenges with the help of a trusted confidante.

For more guidance on how to handle this difficult situation, there are many additional resources available, including information from the Mayo Clinic on how to identify drug addiction. CCR Cal Beyer is VP, Workforce Risk and Worker Wellbeing at Holmes Murphy.

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On the ready When to consider Contractors Pollution Liability (CPL) insurance

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nsurance is one of the top priorities any contractor must understand and manage.

Although contractors may be more familiar with commonly placed policies like General Liability, Work Comp or Auto, many are less familiar with others, like Pollution.

Over the last decade, we have seen prime contracts require higher limits and additional coverage. Whereas ten years ago you might not have been exposed to pollution requirements, they are becoming more common in 2022. It is crucial for contractors to have an understanding of the intent of Contractors Pollution Liability (CPL) insurance, and when it should be considered.

There are various types of pollution policies, but only a couple apply to contractors. The most common policy is a CPL policy. A lesser-known policy is a Contractors Protective Professional Insurance (CPPI) Policy, similar to an Owners Protective Professional Indemnity policy, and then there are others specific to projects and/or certain trades.

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The CPL policy is designed to cover a contractor from damages (defense and indemnity) arising out of third-party bodily injury or property damage claims that result from the contractor’s negligent actions.

In other words, it pays a contractor’s attorney fees and/or damages if a pollution incident injures someone or damages their property. In addition to protecting a contractor from third-party lawsuits, a CPL policy ordinarily comes with first-party coverage as well. They call it Emergency Response Cost, but the name may vary from carrier-to-carrier.

This first-party coverage helps to minimize potential lawsuits by helping cover costs to rectify a pollution incident before a lawsuit occurs, which is a significant enhancement compared to other liability policies.

The CPL policy not only covers contractors for costs that a contractor is legally obligated to pay, but it helps resolve a pollution condition before any legal action is taken.

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By Preston Cavignac

To understand a CPL policy, it is important to have a grasp on the pollution incident(s) it intends to cover. The definition of a pollution condition can differ between carriers. Generally speaking, it is defined as follows: • Bodily injury, property damage or financial loss arising from alleged or actual discharge, dispersal, release, migration or escape of smoke, soot, fumes, acids, alkalis, toxic chemicals, asbestos, liquids or gases, waste materials or other irritants contaminants or pollutants into or upon land, the atmosphere or any watercourse of body of water.

Equally important is the definition of pollutant. Pollutant can mean: • Any solid, liquid, gaseous, thermal or biological irritant or contaminant like smoke, acids, chemicals or any matter that corrupts or is harmful to the soil, air, water, living things or environment.

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Insurance policies are challenging to read. Oftentimes it is clearer when examples are provided, as opposed to reading the actual policy definitions. Pollutants that are commonly covered by CPL policies are asbestos, mold, lead, silica, oils and gases, smoke, paint, fumes, alkalis, toxic chemicals, hazardous substances or waste, coolants, mercury, arsenic, radon, etc.

While these policies can provide coverage for various pollutants, it is critical to specifically check on those pollutants that are most relevant to a contractor’s operations. Some CPL policies may have sub-limits for certain pollutants or specifically exclude others.

Just because an exposure exists, does not mean a contractor needs to insure against the risk. There are other remedies a contractor has to reduce exposures to loss; however, some contractors are more exposed to pollution conditions than others.

It goes without saying that environmental remediation contractors, or those regularly in direct contact with pollutants, have significant exposure.

But other trades deal with exposure as well. Any contractor who regularly performs work in the dirt is considered a high hazard. Excavation, drilling, and site work contractors fall into this category.

Roofing, mechanical, plumbing, doors/ windows, glazing, drywall, concrete and demo contractors are also at a higher risk.

Other contractors that have an exposure, perhaps less than the ones previously listed, are painting, electrical, flooring and structural steel contractors.

Quantifying the probability of a loss situation can be difficult. It can be more difficult to prioritize spending premium dollars when those dollars could be spent elsewhere. Even though many contractors have a pollution exposure, the main driver of purchases is contractual requirements.

We are seeing more contractors required to purchase these policies, and those requirements have very specific perils

Pollution liability as a contractual requirement and general exposure is not going away. Contractors should review any pollution exposure within their business to determine if it needs to be addressed, and if so, how. and situations that the policy must insure against. An example of a pollutant requirement is as follows: • If Contractor’s or any Subcontractor’s work includes, without limitation, excavation, boring, grading, demolition, plumbing, HVAC, fire sprinkler and process piping or any other work which could in any way contribute to or cause moisture to be introduced into the interior of the building, either by construction, sealing or penetrating any portion of the building's exterior envelope or releasing moisture within the building, that party must carry Contractors Pollution Liability insurance providing coverage for third party bodily injury, property damage and environmental damage arising from covered pollution conditions that are caused by or result from covered operations that are performed by or on behalf of the Contractor and subcontractors at the Project site. “Pollution Conditions” shall be broadened to include mold and other microbial matter.

The policy shall also include coverage for clean-up costs; transportation; pollution conditions on, at, under or emanating from any disposal site, location or facility, used by or on behalf of that party for the disposal of any waste or

waste materials; accidental release of asbestos; legionella liability; emergency response; and removal/ transportation of aboveground and underground storage tanks.

Fortunately, the CPL markets are broad and flexible. Exceptions outstanding, oftentimes these specific contractual requirements can be included within the terms and conditions of a CPL policy.

As an added benefit, oftentimes CPL policies can be combined with Contractors Professional Liability.

This may generate an additional premium of 5%-20%. If a contractor has both professional and pollution exposures, having one policy providing both coverages (shared or separate limits) is an efficient way to manage risk.

Pollution liability as a contractual requirement and general exposure is not going away. Contractors should review any pollution exposure within their business to determine if it needs to be addressed, and if so, how.

As mentioned, there are other ways to manage risk aside from purchasing insurance. If a contractor is concerned about the exposure, it would be prudent to request CPL quotes. This way a contractor has more data (premium, terms and conditions) to make an educated decision on whether or not a CPL policy should be a part of their overall insurance and risk management program. CCR

Preston Cavignac is Principal at Cavignac. Since 2011, he has helped Cavignac’s clients in industries including real estate, construction, development, manufacturing, hospitality, technology, marine and nonprofits. Preston also is an active member in a number of associations, including the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, the Association of Builders and Contractors, the Urban Land Institute, the Building Industry Association and the Association of General Contractors.

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Filling the holes Elevated building costs can present gaps in insurance

By Andy Simmons & Kenneth Travers

Editor’s Note: This is the first in a three-part series on what commercial construction professionals should know—and do—when it comes to insuring their projects amid today’s ever-changing climate.

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ising building costs do not just make new construction more expensive, they also can put property and business owners at risk of having gaps in insurance coverage. As the price for materials and labor increases at unprecedented rates due to the pandemic and supply chain issues, it can have a significant impact on insurance because it is not possible to fix or rebuild property at pre-pandemic values with today’s higher construction costs.

This means a business owner may not be made whole after a loss and could be in jeopardy of significant financial strain. That is why regular property valuation assessments are vital to ensure adequate limits are in place in case of a loss.

Since the pandemic started, the cost for many building materials increased, and it is not just material that increased.

Construction labor costs also jumped in 2021 due to labor shortages, consumer demand, supply chain issues and increases in the frequency and severity of catastrophic events.

Building Cost Increases Likely to Stay

The cost for certain building materials has dropped since its peak earlier in 2021.

Lumber, for example, went from more than $1,600 per 1,000 board feet in May to $647 in September.

Despite this, industry experts believe the costs will remain higher than in 2020 before the pandemic hit when lumber prices were around $400 per 1,000 board feet.

From supply chain shortages to consumer damage due to storms and catastrophic events, many factors are affecting costs in the construction industry.

This includes continued COVID-19 restrictions, resultant shipping disruptions

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and labor shortages in the trucking and longshoreman industries. These longer-lasting impacts on the rise in costs of construction materials could continue through the second half of 2022 and into 2023.

How Construction Cost Increases Affect Insurance

Because construction costs have increased, it can also mean that business owners may not have adequate insurance

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coverage. Therefore, if a business sustains property damage, they might only have coverage for part of the rebuild due to the higher priced materials.

Shortages of skilled and unskilled labor in the roofing, plumbing and electrical trades are compounding prices and adding to the difficulty in acquiring materials and durable goods. This significantly affects the insurance industry’s response on claims and losses in construction and may hinder business recovery.

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The best way to make sure a business is adequately insured is to know the property value. It is important for business owners to perform regular property valuation assessments, Understanding Insurance to Value

The best way to make sure a business is adequately insured is to know the property value. It is important for business owners to perform regular property valuation assessments, known as insurance-to-value, which can give business and property owners peace of mind after a loss.

If there is a major loss, the coverage amounts in a business’ policy might not be enough to cover replacement costs at today’s prices. Having an accurate assessment of the complete cost to replace the insured property can be the difference between recovering quickly or incurring additional loss from delays in repairs.

Help with Asset Valuation

For business owners, determining the value of assets is not always a fast and easy process, especially considering the price fluctuations with building materials and construction labor. However, having an insurance agent or broker work with an experienced insurance company can help alleviate any complicated situations.

It is important to find risk engineering specialists that know the ins and outs of many industries. These specialists must understand the unique risks and challenges those businesses face and can work to help with the asset valuation process by providing important insights, which then can assist in establishing more accurate replacement values.

Risk engineering professionals should be able to track replacement costs on a quarterly basis, and during times of more rapid cost fluctuations, they access several industry data sources that track material and

component pricing. By using that data to assist in property replacement cost valuation, they can help make sure business owners have adequate insurance to property value and better protect their facilities. CCR

Andy Simmons is Head of Large Property at The Hartford. He has over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry and specializes in offering customized programs for risks in the Large Property market.

Kenneth Travers is Technical Manager – Property and Product Specialist for The Hartford. He has more than 43 years of experience in the risk engineering field developing and delivering loss control engineering services and assessment tools for complex businesses with a focus in natural catastrophe, business impact, supply chain and fire protection engineering applications.

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Wash ‘em.

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How Wag N’ Wash is giving pet owners more ways to cater to their four-legged friends Interview by Michael J. Pallerino

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hen Geni, their aging family dog, needed more care and attention, Dan Remus and Jef

Strauss had to make a decision.

Dan Remus and Jef Strauss’ story is one any pet owner can relate to. Working jobs that kept them from home more than 12 hours a day, they found themselves at a crossroads regarding the care of the family pet, Geni. The aging Dalmatian needed more time than they were able to give being away from home so much.

The solution was simple, if not a bit complicated at first. How could they create a business where every day was “Bring Your Dog to Work Day?” As both Remus and Strauss had retail backgrounds, they started looking for ideas that would not only give them more time with Geni, but also give pet owners in similar situations options.

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WASH ‘EM. FEED ‘EM. SPOIL ‘EM. LOVE ‘EM.

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With dog bakeries a popular idea at the time, they initially settled on a biscuit bakery.

That was in 1999 in Colorado Springs. Over time, the concept involved from Wag N’ Wash Healthy Pet Centers to Wag N’ Wash Natural Food & Bakery to Wag N’ Wash Natural Pet Food & Grooming, which includes do-it-yourself pet wash options, grooming, a wealth of natural pet foods, toys, pet beauty products, and more.

Today, through Wag N’ Wash, the concept continues to grow, offering a way for entrepreneurs to not only help pets, but provide a service that cannot be found online—grooming and self-wash. And the self-wash services is not just for dogs, Wag N’ Wash customers also have been known to bring in cats, goats, miniature horses, pot-bellied pigs, and more.

We sat down with franchisee Amy Putzler from O’Fallon, Missouri to get a feel for what’s to come for the St. Louis area’s newest Wag N’ Wash franchise.

The pet industry has had an explosion due to COVID. People are spending more time at home and working from home, so they were able to adopt animals into their families.

What’s the coolest thing customers can expect to see?

Our customers love the openness of the self-wash. It is designed so that your dog can be separated from other dogs, but our customers can still have conversations with each other. The tubs are raised so that the customers don’t have to bend over. We also have ramps for the dogs to walk into the tubs.

What will be the biggest surprise?

Our customers love to come in and see the bright and cheerful color scheme along with the some of the unique products we have.

What are the trends in our business sector?

Self-washes are a newer concept in our local area. We are seeing this as a very popular alternative to washing dogs at home.

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Why did you pick the location for the construction of the new facility?

The City of O’Fallon is one of the fastest growing areas in our region. This area of O’Fallon has several established neighborhoods, but was lacking a full-service pet store that provided pet supplies, grooming, self-wash and bakery.

How does the overall design cater to what the area needs?

The south end of O’Fallon was in need of a one-stop shop for pet needs. Our store offers full-service grooming, self-wash, pet toys, treats, food and bakery items, including birthday cakes.

What are today’s customers looking for?

Our customers are looking for a locally owned one-stop shop that provides them quality items for their pets.

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Give us a rundown of what you are seeing out there.

We are seeing that customers like having options. Having both self-wash and fullservice grooming gives the customers the options they are seeking.

What’s the biggest issue today related to the construction side of the business?

Our biggest issue with the construction was COVID. We saw prices of building materials skyrocket. Supplies that were limited and often difficult to find. We had to make minor design changes due to back-ups in the manufacturing of HVAC units, refrigeration units and freezers.

Talk about the continued importance of sustainability today. What are you doing?

We do have some products such as Open Farm that recycle their bags. We offer the recycling in the store for customers to drop off the empty bags.

What type of opportunities do you see moving ahead?

The pet industry has had an explosion due to COVID. People are spending more time at home and working from home, so they were able to adopt animals into their families. They want to provide quality foods and toys to their new family members.

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We are starting to see that people are wanting to get out and shop local. People also are starting to get out to socialize more, and they love to bring their dogs with them.

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Since COVID has changed how we live and work, I expect that we will continue to see this growth for many years.

What type of challenges have you seen?

Our challenges have primarily revolved around supply chain issues. We experienced this both in our build-out and with regular suppliers.

What changes do you expect to see heading into 2022?

We are starting to see that people are wanting to get out and shop local. During COVID, there was an explosion of delivery and on-line purchases. However, people also are starting to get out to socialize more, and they love to bring their dogs with them. CCR

One-on-One with...

Franchisee Amy Putzler Our self-wash is open all day for walk-ins, so we have customers come and go at various hours for that service.

We also are busy baking fresh treats for our customers during the mid-day hours.

What’s the biggest item on your to-do list?

Describe a typical day.

We start the day by checking in our grooming clients.

Each groomer can groom 8-10 dogs and/or cats per day depending on the size of the dog. Most of our dogs and cats come in during the morning hours, so we have a heavy flow of traffic in the store during the morning hours for drop offs.

Adding additional shelving and products. We went off of the architect’s suggestions for the amount of shelving we could fit in the space.

We quickly realize that we can add additional shelving and products.

dogs that visit us. Even on a stressful day, it just makes it all better. It also is very rewarding to see the looks on our clients faces when they pick their dogs/cats up from grooming. Everyone is always excited to see how wonderful their baby looks when they are all cleaned and fluffed up.

What was the best advice you ever received?

Don’t worry about the small stuff. There is always something to stress over.

What’s the most rewarding part of your job?

What’s the best thing a client ever said to you?

The best part of the day is always getting kisses from the

Not long after we opened, we had a customer who was

a single mom bring her dog in for a self-wash. She had heard from a neighbor that she could get a free selfwash if she signed up for our VIP program.

During her visit, she asked us to trim her dog’s nails. The dog is elderly and has an aversion to going to the groomer. Thus, his coat was in really poor shape. We worked with the client to get her dog de-matted. When the visit was over, she made grooming appointments for both of her dogs.

She told me that this was the first time she didn’t feel judged for the condition her dog was in. She is now a regular customer, and her dogs are looking fabulous.

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Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/ Government, Multi-Family

American Lighting

Alyssa Stone, National Sales Manager 11775 East 45th Ave Denver, CO 80239 (303) 923-1175 astone@americanlighting.com www.americanlighting.com Architectural Building Product(s): Commercial Inetrior & Exterior Lighting, Light Bulbs, LED linear Indoor & Outdoor Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, MultiFamily, Craft Brewery

Andersen Windows & Doors

Aliki Vhroidis, Senior Public Relations Specialist 100 4th Avenue North Bayport, MN 55003 (651) 264-4659 aliki.vrohidis@andersencorp.com www.andersenwindows.com Architectural Building Product(s): Windows, Doors Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

Chris Hobbs, Director, National Accounts 110 Sargent Drive New Haven, CT 06511 (443) 340-2176 chris.hobbs@assaabloy.com www.assaabloydss.com Architectural Building Product(s): Locks, Key Systems, Exit Devices, Closers, Door Accessories, Access Control, Hands-free Pulls, Doors, Frames, Architectural Professional Services Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Restaurants, Corporate, Education, Shopping Malls, Commercial, Multi-Family, Military/Government, Senior Living

200 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10016 jmiret@bendheim.com www.bendheim.com Architectural Building Product(s): Architectural Glass Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Other: Education

Berner Air Curtains

Michael Coscarelli National Sales Director 111 Progress Ave New Castle, PA 16101 mcoscarelli@berner.com www.berner.com Architectural Building Product(s): Air Curtains Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

The BILCO Company

Steve Weyel, Director of Sales & Marketing P.O. Box 1203 New Haven, CT 06505 steve.weyel@bilco.com www.bilco.com Architectural Building Product(s): Specialty Access Doors Markets Served: Healthcare, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

Bird-X

Annie Gavin, Marketing Manager 845 N Larch Ave, Suite 2 Elmhurst, IL 60126 (800) 662-5021 agavin@bird-x.com www.bird-x.com Architectural Building Product(s): Bird Spikes, Bird Netting, Bird Deterrence Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government

Black Buffalo 3D Corporation

Peter Cooperman Head of Marketing and Strategy 600 Fifth Ave, Suite 200 New York, NY 10020 questions@blackbuffalo.io www.bb3d.io Architectural Building Product(s): 3D Construction Printers, 3D Construction Training Markets Served: Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Other: Construction

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Bostik, Inc. 11320 W Watertown Plank Rd. Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (414) 607-1373 Fax: (414) 607-1551 www.bostik.com/us Architectural Building Product(s): Adheisves for Commercial Interior & Exterior Applications.

Markets Served: All

Bradley Corp.

Suzanne Freckmann, PR Consultant W142 N9101 Fountain Blvd.

Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 1 800 BRADLEY suzannef@sbcglobal.net www.bradleycorp.com Architectural Building Product(s): Sanitary Multi-Function Touchless Handwashing and Drying fixtures, Washroom Accessories, Partitions, Solid Plastic Lockers, Emergency Safety Fixtures, Electric Tankless Heaters Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Other: Schools, Airports, Manufacturing

Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association

Ralph Vasami, Executive Director 355 Lexington Avenue, 15th Floor New York, NY 10017 (212) 297-2122 Fax: (212) 370-9047 hcurrier@kellencompany.com www.buildershardware.com Architectural Building Product(s): The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA®) involved in standards, codes and life safety regulations and standards for locks, closers, exit devices and other builders’ hardware.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

CENTRIA

Amanda Storer, Marketing Supervisor 1550 Coraopolis Heights Road, Suite 500 Moon Township, PA 15108 (888) 254-7099 info@centria.com www.centria.com Architectural Building Product(s): Insulated Metal Panels, Rainscreen Systems, Composite Backup Panel Systems , Metal Roof Systems, Coil Coating Systems Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery, Other: Amusement, Arenas and Stadiums, Convention Centers, Education, Religious, Museums, Retrofit, Transportation and Aviation

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CertainTeed CertainTeed Customer Service 20 Moores Road Malvern, PA 19355 (800) 233-8990 gethelp@saint-gobain.com www.certainteed.com/architectural Architectural Building Product(s): Ceiling & Wall Products, Acoustical & Drywall Suspension Systems Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family Other: Commercial Workplace; Mixed Use; Education

Chicago Faucets Peter Christofferson, Marketing Communications Manager 2100 S Clearwater Dr Des Plaines, IL 60018 (847) 803-5000 pete.christofferson@chicagofaucets.com www.chicagofaucets.com Architectural Building Product(s): Faucets, Plumbing Fittings, Food Service & Healthcare Faucets and Fittings Markets Served: Retail,Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Other: Education

Clark Dietrich Ryan Heath, PR Account Supervisor 9050 Centre Pointe Drive, Suite 400 West Chester, OH 45069 (317) 873-8100 ryan@millerbrooks.com www.clarkdietrich.com Architectural Building Product(s): Full line of Commercial Drywall, Structural Studs & Joists, Metal Lath, Interior and Exterior Finishing Products Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/ Government, Multi-Family

Cortec Corporation Ashraf Hasania, MCI Technical Sales & Market Manager 4119 White Bear Parkway Saint Paul, MN 55110 (651) 429-1100 jduddeck@cortecvci.com www.cortecmci.com Architectural Building Product(s): Commercial Architectural Coatings Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government

Crossville, Inc. Lindsey Waldrep, VP of Marketing 349 Sweeney Drive Crossville, TN 38555 (931) 484-2110 marketing@crossvilleinc.com www.crossvilleinc.com Architectural Building Product(s): Tile, Porcelain Tile Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/ Government, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery, Other

Cultured Stone Chad Tennant, National Account Manager 2256 Centennial Road Toledo, OH 43617 (800) 255-1727 cs@westlake.net www.culturedstone.com Architectural Building Product(s): Manufactured Stone and Brick Veneer Accessories Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Multi-Family

CUPACLAD Jose Rivas, CUPACLAD Product Manager US 2600 Louisville Road Savannah, GA 31415 cupaclad@cupapizarras.com www.cupapizarras.com/usa/rainscreen-cladding/ Architectural Building Product(s): Rainscreen Facade Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

DaVinci Roofscapes Kathy Ziprik, PR Representative 13890 W. 101st Street Lenexa, KS 66215 (800) 328-4624 ziprikpr@gmail.com www.davinciroofscapes.com Architectural Building Product(s): Composite Roofing Tiles Replicating Authentic Natural Slate and Real Wood Shake Tiles Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery, Other: Universities, Churches

Deceuninck North America

Greg Koch, Vice President of Sales and Marketing 351 N. Garver Road Monroe, OH 45050 (513) 539-4444 greg.koch@deceuninck.com www.DeceuninckNA.com Architectural Building Product(s): PVC Window and Door Profiles/Extrusions, Standard and Custom Window and Door Systems. Fiberglass Pultrusion (Innergy AP).

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Multi-Family

Durasein

Ashley Guttuso, Media & Communications Manager 7030 Quad Ave., Suite 3 Rosedale, MD 21237 ashley@goodwordpr.com www.durasein.com Architectural Building Product(s): Solid Surfaces Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery

Dutch Quality Stone

Chad Tennant, National Account Manager 18012 Dover Rd Mt. Eaton, OH 44659 (877) 359-7866 Chad.Tennet@westlake.net www.dutchqualitystone.com Architectural Building Product(s): Manufactured Stone Veneer, Manufactured Brick Veneer, Accessories Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Cannabis

EarthSafe Chemical Alternatives

Rich Prinz, Global Vice President of Sales 145 Wood Road Braintree, MA 02184 (781) 752-1213 (708) 323-5239 rprinz@earthsafeca.com www.earthsafeca.com Architectural Building Product(s): FlashDry Safer Spill Absorbent, XMold Pro Inhibitor & Protectant Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Other: Construction; Manufacturing

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Eldorado Stone

Chad Tennant, National Account Manger 1370 Grand Ave Building B San Marcos, CA 92078 (800) 925-1491 Chad.Tennet@westlake.net www.eldoradostone.com Architectural Building Product(s): Architectural Stone Veneer, Architectural Brick Veneer, Stone Accents Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Multi-Family

Ellison Bronze

Tracy Hultin, President/CEO 125 West Main Street Falconer, NY 14733 (716) 665-6522 info@ellisonbronze.com www.EllisonBronze.com Architectural Building Product(s): Custom Balanced Doors Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

Entmar Industries LLC.

Murat Coskun, President & CEO 112. N. Main Street Cummings, GA 30040 (309) 868-6228 murat.coskun@entmar.com http://entmar.com/EN Architectural Building Product(s): HVAC, Indoor Air Quality, Building Materials, Wires & Cable, Insulation, Fire Protection Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Other: Airports, Educational institutions, Manufacturing outlets (Factories), Transportation, Mass Transportation Systems, Energy, Defense

The Euclid Chemical Company

Jennifer Crisman, Director of Marketing Services 19215 Redwood Rd Cleveland, OH 44110 (216) 702-3074 jcrisman@euclidchemical.com www.euclidchemical.com Architectural Building Product(s): Concrete Construction Products, Decorative Concrete Systems, Concrete and Masonry Waterproofing Materials, Concrete Flooring Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

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Feeney Inc.

Kym Nosbisch, Director of Retail & Product Marketing 2603 Union St Oakland, CA 94607-2423 (800) 888-2418 sales@feeneyinc.com www.feeneyinc.com Architectural Building Product(s): Aluminum Railing Systems Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Multi-Family

Fiberon Decking

Ryan Heath, PR Account Supervisor 181 Random Drive New London, NC 28127 (317) 873-8100 ryan@millerbrooks.com www.fiberondecking.com Architectural Building Product(s): U.S.Manufacturer of Wood-Alternative Decking, Railing, Cladding, and Fencing.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Multi-Family

Formica Corporation

Owen Serey, PR/Communications Lead 10155 Reading Rd Cincinnati, OH 45241 1-800-FORMICA owen.serey@formica.com www.formica.com Architectural Building Product(s): Laminate, HardStop Decorative Protection Panels, Solid Surface, Writable Surfaces Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/ Government, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery

Georgia-Pacific, LLC

Kimberly L Drew, Public Relations, Building Products 133 Peachtree Street Atlanta, GA 30303 kimdrewpr@gmail.com www.buildgp.com Architectural Building Product(s): Gypsum Wall Board, Roof Cover Board, Integrated Wall Sheathing Systems (Gypsum and Wood) Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare,Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

GGI

Alice Dickerson, Architectural Sales 101 Venture Way Secaucas, NJ 07094-1808 (800) 431-2042 alice@division08marketing.com www.generalglass.com Architectural Building Product(s): Architectural & Decorative Glass, Direct-To-Glass Printing Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/ Government, Other: Public art

Hollman Inc.

Tia Williams, Brand Development & Public Relations Director 1825 W. Walnut Hill Lane Irving, TX 75038 (972) 815-4025 ashley@goodwordpr.com www.hollman.com Architectural Building Product(s): Acoustic Lockers (Storage) Markets Served: Hospitality, Healthcare

Horton Automatics

Ashley Estrada Product Manager 4242 Baldwin Blvd Corpus Christi, TX 78405 (361) 866-6624 ashley_estrada@overheaddoor.com www.hortondoors.com Architectural Building Product(s): Automatic Pedestrian Sliding, Revolving & Swinging Doors Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Other: Industrial

IceStone

Ashon McCollin, Director of Marketing and Communications 63 Flushing Ave. Building 12 Brooklyn, NY 11205 (718) 624-4900 amccollin@icestoneusa.com www.icestoneusa.com Architectural Building Product(s): Countertops and Surfaces Made from Recycled Glass and Cement.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

Impact Security, LLC. Mark Mineer, President 600 Kirk Road, Suite 100 Marietta, GA 30060 (888) 689-5502 info@defenselite.com www.defenselite.com Architectural Building Product(s): Bullet Resistant & Retrofit Security Glazing Systems Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

Infinity Drain Catherine Hoy, Account Executive 145 Dixon Avenue Amityville, NY 11701 (516) 767-6786 choy@frankadvertisingus.com www.infinitydrain.com Architectural Building Product(s): Linear and Center Drains Markets Served: Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Multi-Family

INOX

Qianyan Cheng Vice President of Product Development 6 Wayne Court Sacramento, CA 95829 (916) 388-1888 sales@unisonhardware.com www.inoxproducts.com Architectural Building Product(s): Door hardware design, engineering, manufacturing and privacy locks Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

Inscape

Laura Barski Vice President, Marketing and Product Design 67 Toll Road Holland Landind, ON L9N 1H2 (905) 836-7676 sean@upspringpr.com www.myinscape.com Architectural Building Product(s): Workstations, storage, space division, tables, seating, and more for the office of tomorrow.

Markets Served: Other: Office

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Kalwall Corporation

Kevin Bruce, Vice President, Sales – North America 1111 Candia Road Manchester, NH 03105 (603) 627 3861 Fax: (603) 627 7905 info@kalwall.com www.kalwall.com Architectural Building Product(s): High Performance Translucent Daylighting Systems: Facades, Skyroofs®, Skylights, Canopies Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

Kingsmen Projects US

Stephen Hekman, Executive Vice President 3525 Hyland Ave., Suite 225 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (619) 719-8950 stephen@kingsmen-usa.com www.kingsmenprojects-us.com Architectural Building Product(s): Acrylic, Backroom Storage, Cabinets, Cashwraps/Checkout Counters, Display Cases, Garment Racks, Gondolas, Islands/Back Islands, Kiosks, Architectural Millwork, POP, Shelving, Slatwall Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Restaurants, Corporate, Shopping Malls, E-Entertainment

Kirei

Anne Kulinski, Marketing Manager 8330 Arjons Drive San Diego, CA 92126 (619) 236-9924 sean@upspringpr.com www.kireiusa.com Architectural Building Product(s): Acoustic Solution Products for Wall Coverings and Ceiling Baffles for any Interior.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Other: Office

Kolbe Windows & Doors

Kolbe Team, Professional Support 1323 S 11th Ave Wausau, WI 54401 (800) 955-8177 connect@kolbewindows.com www.kolbewindows.com Architectural Building Product(s): Window and Doors for Architectural and Aesthetic Goals.

Markets Served: Multi-Family

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LATICRETE International

Lauren Albrecht, Strategic Account Specialist 138 1/2 W 1st. Ave. Columbus, OH 43201 (203) 707-9320 laalbrecht@laticrete.com www.Laticrete.com Architectural Building Product(s): Tile and Stone Installation Products, Concrete Remediation, Masonry Veneer Installation Materials, Resinous Floor Coatings Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Restaurants, Corporate, Education, Shopping Malls, Commercial, Multi-Family

LG Electronics U.S.A. Inc., Air Conditioning Technologies

Kasie Le-Nguyen, PR Manager 200 5th Ave New York, NY 10010 kasie.lenguyen@lg-one.com www.lghvac.com Architectural Building Product(s): Commercial HVAC Products Markets Served: Commercial & Resdiential

Linetec

Tammy Schroeder Director of Marketing 7500 West Stewart Avenue Wausau, WI 55401 888-717-1472 Fax: 800-236-2589 sales@linetec.com www.linetec.com Architectural Building Product(s): Architectural Metals Finishing, High-Performance Architectural Coatings Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery, Other: Office/Corporate; Education; Religious; Residential

LSI Flooring

Larry Lane, President 240 East 27th St. Suite 2G New York, NY 10016 (800) 731-3483 (516) 449-3083 llane@lsiflooring.com www.lsiflooring.com Architectural Building Product(s): High Density Polyurethane Carpet & Rug Padding Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

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MAPEI Corporation

Sonya Moste, Business Development Manager 1144 E. Newport Drive Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 smoste@mapei.com www.mapei.com Architectural Building Product(s): Radiant Floor-Heating Systems; Mortars; Grouts; Adhesives; Sealants; Waterproofing Products; Products for Floor & Wall Covering Installation; Decorative & Protective Exterior Coatings.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery, Other: Commercial; Industrial

Metalwërks

Stephen Scharr, President/Director of Business Development 200 Gale Lane Kennett Square, PA 19348 (610) 444-0100 sales@metalwerksusa.com www.metalwerksusa.com Architectural Building Product(s): Rainscreen Wall Systems, Screen Walls, Grilles, Fins, Barrier Wall Systems, Decorative Metal, Canopy Cladding , Trellises, Sunshades Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Other: Museums, Convention Centers, Education, Commercial, Transportation

Metl-Span

Amanda Storer, Marketing Supervisor 1720 Lakepointe Dr., Ste. #101 Lewisville, TX 75057 (972) 619-7266 Amanda.Storer@metlspan.com alexandria.holmes@bld-marketing.com www.metlspan.com Architectural Building Product(s): Insulated Metal Panels, Single-Skin Metal Panels , Backup Wall Systems , Metal Roof Panels Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery, Other: Aviation, Athletics, Automotive, Manufacturing, Self-Storage, Warehouse, Retrofit

Midea

Matthew Sparrow Account Coordinator 1400 Broadway, New York, NY 10018 msparrow@coynepr.com www.mideavision.com/product/midea-evox Architectural Building Product(s): Midea EVOX Inverter Heat Pump Systems Markets Served: Multi-Family

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Modine

Dan Fisher, Director Sales & Marketing 10225 Elizabeth Place Tampa, FL 33619 Daniel.W.Fisher@modine.com www.modinecoatings.com Architectural Building Product(s): Micro-thin corrosion-resistant acrylic coating for circuit boards including outdoor HVAC equipment and other Commercial Applications Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Agriculture, Horticulture

Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc.

Lynette Collins, Senior Marketing Coordinator 1195 Prince Hall Drive Beloit, WI 53511 (800) 786-1492 Fax: (888) 218-7838 lynette.collins@mulehide.com www.mulehide.com Architectural Building Product(s): Roofing Systems, Products and Accessories.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery, Other: Corporate; Education; Industrial; Warehouse

National Terrazzo & Mosaic Association

Sharon Moreno Lead Functionality Facilitator PO Box 2605 Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (800) 323-9736 sharon@ntma.com www.ntma.com Architectural Building Product(s): Terrazzo Flooring, Terrazzo Stairs, Terrazzo Walls, Base, Curbs, Terrazzo Counters, Terrazzo Benches Markets Served: Retail,Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

Navien, Inc.

Brett Butler, Brand Supervisor 20 Goodyear Irvine, CA 92618 (800) 519-8794 marketing@navien.com www.navieninc.com Architectural Building Product(s): Tankless Water Heaters, Boilers, Water Treatment Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery

Newforma Slater Latour, Chief Marketing and Product Officer 1750 Elm Street, 9th Floor Manchester, NH 03104 (877) 875-8252 sfadamin@newforma.com www.newforma.com Architectural Building Product(s): Construction Software Markets Served: Other: Construction, Architectural, Engineering

Niagara Jenni Steele, Vice President of Marketing 1200 Lakeside Parkway, Suite 450 Flower Mound, TX 75028 (888) 733-0197 jsteele@niagaracorp.com www.pro.niagaracorp.com Architectural Building Product(s): Toilet Product lines for builders, remodelers, and plumbing professionals.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

Noritz America Corporation Andrew Tran, Marketing Manager 11160 Grace Avenue Fountain Valley, CA 92708 (866) 766-7489 atran@noritz.com www.noritz.com Architectural Building Product(s): Tankless Water Heaters Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery

Oatey Patrick Aquino, Vice President of Sales 20600 Emerald Pkwy Cleveland, OH 44135 (800) 321-9532 PAquino@oatey.com www.oatey.com Architectural Building Product(s): Reliable, High-Quality Products for the Residential and Commercial Plumbing Industries Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Multi-Family

Pioneer Millworks

Deanna Varble Marketing & Creative Director 1180 Commerical Drive Farmington, NY 14425 (585) 924-9970 deanna@pioneermillworks.com www.pioneermillworks.com Architectural Building Product(s): Reclaimed Solid, Engineered, Sustainably Harvested and Engineered Wood Flooring, Paneling, Exterior Siding, Decking & Reclaimed Timbers Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

Polyvision Corporation

Kristalyn Mumaw Director of Marketing 10700 Abbotts Bridge Rd., Suite 100 Johns Creek, GA 30097 (888) 325-6351 kmumaw@polyvision.com www.polyvision.com Architectural Building Product(s): Interior CeramicSteel Solutions:- ICS Wall System, Column System, Panel, CeramicSteel Exterior Cladding, Hygienic CeramicSteel Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls

Porcelanosa

David Carmona, National Sales Director 600 Route 17 North Ramsey, NJ 07446 (301) 503-1348 dcarmona@porcelanosa-usa.com www.porcelanosa-usa.com Architectural Building Product(s): Wall and Floor Tile, Bath & Kicthen Products, Large Format Porcelain Tile, Facades, Natural Stone, Solid Surface, Hardwood, Laminate, Wallpaper Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

ProCoat Products

Larry Schwartz, VP Sales & Development 260 Centre Street Holbrook, MA 02343 (781) 767-2270 (603) 264-4937 Larry.schwartz@procoat.com www.ProCoat.com Architectural Building Product(s): Coatings (not paint) as a Sustainable, Cost and Time saving solution.

RESTORE to “better than new” Acoustical and Vinyl sheetrock Ceilings. RESURFACE Store Fixtures, Cash Wraps, FRP Walls.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Cannabis, Other: Supermarkets

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Pryme Radio Products

Rentokil North America

Pulp Studio

RHEINZINK America, Inc.

Dave George, President & Chief Technologist 911 Mariner Street Brea, CA 92821 (714) 257-0300 (714) 855-8513 daveg@pryme.com www.pryme.com Architectural Building Product(s): Headsets and Speaker Microphones for Two-Way Radios, Wireless Push-to-Talk Accessories for Smartphones & Radios Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Other: Construction; Manufacturing; Education

Alexandra Lashner Account Executive 2100 W 139th Street Gardena, CA 90249 (310) 815-4999 alashner@frankadvertisingus.com www.pulpstudio.com Architectural Building Product(s): Architectural Glass Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Multi-Family

QuickDrain USA Patrick Aquino, Vice President of Sales 2597 W 64th Ave. Denver, CO 80221 (866) 998-6685 PAquino@oatey.com www.lrbrands.com Architectural Building Product(s): Linear Drains, Square Drains, WallDrain, Shower Bench, Decorative Drain Covers Markets Served: Hospitality, Healthcare, Multi-Family

REHAU Americas Alexandra Lashner, Account Executive 1501 Edwards Ferry Rd NE Leesburg, VA 20176 (703) 777-5255 alashner@frankadvertisingus.com www.rehau.com/us-en Architectural Building Product(s): Windows and Doors, Mechanical and Plumbing, Millwork and Cabinetry Markets Served: Hospitality, Multi-Family

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Robert (Bob) Smaluk, Commercial Business Development Manager 1125 Berkshire Blvd Reading, PA 19610 (610) 372-9700 EXT. 99235 bob.smaluk@rentokil.com www.rentokil.com/us Architectural Building Product(s): Pest Control, Bird Management, Vegetation Management, Disinfection and Odor Management Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery, Other: Food Processing, Warehousing, Education and Grocery Charles McGowan, President 96F Commerce Way Woburn, MA 01801 (781) 729-0812 (781) 729-0813 info@rheinzink.com www.rheinzink.us Architectural Building Product(s): Architectural-Grade Zinc Building Material Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery, Other: Office/Corporate; Education; Religious

Ruskin

Charlie Black,Executive Director, Sales & Marketing 3900 Dr. Greaves Rd. Grandview, MO 64030 (816) 761-7476 Fax: (816) 765-8955 cblack@ruskin.com www.ruskin.com Architectural Building Product(s): Grilles, Louvers, Penthouses, Screens, Sunshades Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Other: Commercial & Institutional Buildings

SAF

John McClatchey, Vice President of Sales & Marketing 1581 Huber Street N.W. Atlanta, GA 30318 (404) 355-1560 Fax: (404) 350-0581 sales@saf.com www.SAF.com Architectural Building Product(s): Metal Fabrication, Distribution, and Finishing, including PVDF Paints and Architectural Anodizing for Metal Wall Panels, Column Covers, Sunshades, and Roofing Perimeter Systems.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

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Sam the Concrete Man Lexi Davis, Brand Reputation Manager 6746 S Revere Parkway, Suite 125 Centennial, CO 80112 (303) 948-0140 ldavis@samtheconcreteman.com www.samtheconcreteman.com Architectural Building Product(s): Concrete Patios, Walkways, Sidewalks, Driveways, Decorative/ Stamped Concrete, Concrete Pool Decks, Concrete Slabs/Pads Markets Served: Other: Home Improvement, Construction

Schneider Electric Vicki True, U.S. Media Relations Manager, Global Marketing North America Operations 800 Federal Street Andover, MA 01810 vicki.true@se.com www.se.com/us/en Architectural Building Product(s): Schneider Electric’s SureSeT MV Switchgear Markets Served: Other: Contractors / Facility Management

Serge Ferrari Group Ilse Beterams Vice President North America 504 Hillsboro Technology Dr Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 (954) 942-3600 Ilse.beterams@sergeferrari.com www.sergeferrari.com/us-en Architectural Building Product(s): Composite Fabrics for Light Architectural and Exterior Landscaping Applications.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Shopping Malls, Multi-Family, Other: Athletic, Education

Shaw Floors Matthew Walker, VP of Strategic Accounts 616 E. Walnut Avenue Dalton, GA 30720 (800) 720-7429 matthew.walker@shawinc.com www.shawpropertysolutions.com Architectural Building Product(s): Flooring, Luxury Vinyl, High Performance Carpet, Engineered Hardwood, Laminate, Wall System, Tile + Stone Solutions, Turf Solutions Markets Served: Multi-Family

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SLIPNOT

Kelly Carr, Sales Development Manager 2545 Beaufait St. Detroit, MI 48207 (800) 754-7668 (313) 923-0400 info@slipnot.com www.slipnot.com Architectural Building Product(s): Slip Resistant Metal Flooring, Stair Treads & Covers and Other NonSlip Resistant Metal Commercial Applications Markets Served: Hospitality, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/ Government, Craft Brewery

Solatube International, Inc.

Iris Hoag, Marketing Manager 2210 Oak Ridge Dr. Vista, CA 92081 (760) 597-4411 ihoag@solatube.com www.solatube.com/commerical Architectural Building Product(s): Tubular Daylighting Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Cannabis, Craft Brewery, Other: Education, Sports Facilities, industrial/ware housing, etc.

Sto Corp.

Paul Bieber, Vice President of Sales 3800 Camp Creek Parkway Building 1400, Suite 120 Atlanta, GA 30331 (800) 221-2397 Fax: (404) 346-3119 marketingsupport@stocorp.com www.stocorp.com Architectural Building Product(s): EIFS, Stucco, Cement Board Stucco, Hurricane Impact, Back Up Wall, Rainscreen, Prefabricated Panels Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Other: Sports/ Entertainment, Religious

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Tarkett

Chris Johnson, VP, Commercial Sales PR Account Supervisor 3000 Aurora Road Solon, OH 44139 (317) 873-8100 chris.johnson@tarkett.com commercial.tarkett.com/en_US/ Architectural Building Product(s): Innovative flooring and sports surface solutions including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf and athletics tracks.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

Tile of Spain

Catherine Hoy, Account Executive Trade Commission of Spain 2655 Le Jeune Road Suite 1114 Coral Gables, FL 33134 (305) 446-4387 choy@frankadvertisingus.com www.tileofspainusa.com Architectural Building Product(s): Tile, Flooring, Facades, Surface Materials Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

Trex Commercial

Jon Chase, Vice President of Engineering 7800 Northland Drive, Suite 150 Minneapolis, MN 55428 mtishka@lcwa.com www.trexcommercial.com Architectural Building Product(s): Commercial Railing, Custom Perforated Metal Panel, Glazing , Sunshade/Canopy Solutions Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Other: Sports, Office, Higher Education

Trex Rain Escape

Ann Rote, Director of Marketing 2965 S Tejon St Englewood, CO 80110 partnerships@trexrainescape.com www.trexrainescape.com Architectural Building Product(s): Deck Drainage System Markets Served: Retail, Restaurants, Shopping Malls, Multi-Family, Other: Residential

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Tubelite Inc.

Walt Lutzke, Marketing Coordinator 3056 Walker Ridge Dr. NW, Suite G Walker, MI 49544 (800) 866-2227 dependable@tubeliteinc.com www.tubeliteinc.com Architectural Building Product(s): Architectural Aluminum for Storefronts, Doors and Entrances, Curtainwall Systems, Window Wall Systems & Other Commercial Applications.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery, Other: Office/Corporate; Education; Religious

Uponor

Kim Bliss, Technical and Marketing Content Manager 5925 148th Street West Apple Valley, MN 55124 (612) 270-0228 kim.bliss@uponor.com www.uponor.com Architectural Building Product(s): Domestic Water Piping, Hydronic Heating Hot-Water Piping, Chilledwater Piping, Radiant Heating and Cooling, Snow and Ice Melting Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/ Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery, Other: Education

USAI Lighting

Pallavi Wagle, Director, Brand Marketing and Communications 1126 River Rd New Windsor, NY 12553 PallaviW@usailighting.com www.usailighting.com Architectural Building Product(s): Lighting Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

WarmlyYours Radiant Heating

Greg Jazwinski, Director of Sales, USA 590 Telser Rd., Suite B Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (800) 875-5285 Fax: (800) 408-1100 info@warmlyyours.com www.warmlyyours.com Architectural Building Product(s): Electric Floor Heating Systems, Towel Warmers, Radiant Panel ansd other Commercial Heating Applications Markets Served: Other: Residential

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Wayne Dalton

Alexandra Ligorotis, Brand Manager 2501 S. State Highway TX-121, Suite 200 Lewisville, TX 75067 (469) 549-7100 info@wayne-dalton.com www.wayne-dalton.com Architectural Building Product(s): Garage Doors, Access Systems, Metal, Wood, Glass, Fiberglass Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government,, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery

Winco Window Company

Katherine Hahn, Marketing 6200 Maple Ave St. Louis, MI, 63130 (800) 525-8089 (314) 725-1419 katherinehahn@wincowindow.com www.wincowindow.com/windows-and-doors Architectural Building Product(s): Doors & Windows Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery, Other: Historic

Window Film Depot

Krissy Mosby, President 4939 Lower Roswell Rd, Building B Marietta, GA 30068 (404) 313-1291 info@windowfilmdepot.com www.windowfilmdepot.com Architectural Building Product(s): Window Film Solutions, Solar Control, Security, Privacy, Transitional, Commercial Graphics, Social Distancing Graphics, Bird Protection Graphics, Retrofit Security Glazing Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

WINT Water Intelligence

Carrie Cox, VP Sales 168 Main Street Goshen, NY 10924 Carrie@wint.ai www.wint.ai Architectural Building Product(s): WINT Water Management and Leak Prevention Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

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Xicato Tom Howe VP Worldwide Sales 102 Cooper Court Los Gatos, CA 95032 (866) 223-8395 (949) 632-5038 tom.howe@xicato.com www.xicato.com Architectural Building Product(s): LED Lighting, Down Lighting, Flexible Linear Lighting, Back lighting Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/ Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

YKK AP America Steve Schohan, Marketing and Communications Manager 101 Marietta St NW, Suite 2100 Atlanta, GA 30303 (678) 396-6724 steveschohan@ykkap.com www.ykkap.com Architectural Building Product(s): Commercial Fenestration Solutions and Vinyl Windows & Doors Markets Served: Hospitality, Healthcare, Multi-Family

Zurn Water Solutions Scott G Kerman, North American Architectural Specifications Manager 240 W. Missouri Avenue, Unit 20 Phoenix, AZ 85013 (602) 524-0728 scott.kerman@zurn.com www.zurnwatersolutions.com Architectural Building Product(s): Restroom Fixtures, Partictions and other Commercial Restroom Applications Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government

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Going with the ‘Flowspace’ Distinctive luminaires create playful, urban vibe in coworking space

By Jason Broadhurst

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ike millions of others across the globe, Jocelyn Trott found herself working at the dining room table during the height of the

pandemic. With kids underfoot at any given time, she saw the opportunity to develop a coworking space in her community.

Coworking spaces have grown in popularity with the pandemic.

Some companies have eliminated in-person offices, leaving individuals feeling the need to connect or just get out of the house. Flowspace is Lake Oconee’s first such space, offering 15 private offices and two meeting spaces for remote workers and small businesses.

Trott purchased three suites in a commercial building, previously an art gallery and interior design store. As an interior designer, she had distinct design goals for the 4,000 square foot renovation. “I really wanted to create that ‘Wow’ first impression when you walked in the door,” Trott says. “It also needed to be a premium, professional environment because our users often meet customers on-site. And finally, it had to feel warm and inviting, encouraging interaction.”

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A range of architectural luminaires from Eureka Lighting drive a playful, urban vibe that is both bright and comfortable.

Eureka’s Quadrant pendants illuminate the main living room space and corridor as you enter Flowspace, and two Mute pendants are suspended in an adjacent community kitchen. Both are acoustic lighting products, and work to absorb sound in the ample space.

A discreet diffuser in the Quadrant fixture provides warm, ambient lighting.

And Mute’s wide, planar diffuser creates a comfortable illumination while contributing to an intimate zone over the dining counter.

The charcoal felt panels in each fixture maintain a consistent design aesthetic and offer a bold contrast against the white exposed ceiling. Trott also introduced linear graphics along one wall to draw attention to Quadrant’s distinct silhouette.

Coworking spaces have grown in popularity with the pandemic.

Some companies have eliminated in-person offices, leaving individuals feeling the need to connect or just get out of the house.

“Both Quadrant and Mute have scale and presence, but each does this with soft material and a soft light,” Trott says.

“And there’s no question that the acoustic pendants have substantially decreased the echo caused by the high ceilings and large windows.”

A small flight of steps leads users further into the coworking spaces.

An adjacent large monolithic wall was another opportunity to make a statement.

Trott chose Eureka’s Node wall-mounted luminaire, using the hexagonal shapes to create a unique pattern of accent lighting across the wall. In shades of charcoal and gray, the acoustic felt also contributes to sound absorption.

“When I originally ordered Node, I already had a vision of what I wanted to do,” Trott says. “But when the luminaires arrived, we were inspired to rethink our approach.

We laid them on the floor, moved them around, and created something completely different from the initial design. You don’t

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GOING WITH THE ‘FLOWSPACE’

often get that opportunity to adapt on-site with architectural lighting.”

As first impressions go, these unusual fixtures are visible from the street, especially in the evening, serving notice to passersby that this space truly is different.

Just past the Node display is another casual lounge space. Trott wanted a luminaire to create a sense of place, so she selected A-Light’s Relay pendant. Its direct lighting provides continuous illumination down to the chairs, with minimal glare. Its uplight features a batwing distribution to highlight the ceiling and make the area feel more open.

The hexagonal shape complements the nearby Node luminaires, and its black frame pops against the white ceiling and walls.

“Visitors really respond to this fixture,” Trott says. “They’ll often walk up the stairs and exclaim, ‘Wow, what is that? It’s so cool.’”

One of two meeting spaces is outfitted with Eureka’s Outline luminaires. A pendant is suspended over the boardroom table, and an additional recessed version is mounted in the ceiling. The stylish, contemporary luminaires have a unique aesthetic presence in the space while serving multiple functions.

The pendant’s uplight provides ambient illumination to give the small room an open, airy feel. Some of the adjustable projectors in the pendant provide functional task-oriented light down to the tabletop below.

Additional projectors in that pendant, as well as the projectors in the recessed fixture, are

used to highlight nearby artwork. Trott was appreciative of this rare opportunity to create three layers of light with a single fixture.

All lighting in Flowspace is managed with an nLight® AIR networked lighting controls platform. Users can adjust both the uplight and downlight in the meeting room to adapt for face-to-face meetings versus video conferences. Common areas may also be transformed from workday spaces to evening cocktails by simply adjusting the lighting.

“I could not be happier with the final result,” Trott says. “When I saw the fixtures go in, I realized I would need to up my interior design game to match this incredible lighting.” CCR

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Keeping the flow

How AI and machine learning are reshaping how transit systems move patterns

By Timothy Menard

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f the many ways artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are poised to improve modern life, the promise of impacting mass transit is significant.

The world is much different compared with the early days of the pandemic, and people around the world are again leveraging mobility and transit systems for work, leisure, and more.

Across the US, traditional mass transit systems including buses, subways and personal vehicles have returned to struggling through gridlock, rider levels and congestion. But advanced AI and machine learning solutions built on cloud-based platforms are being deployed to reduce these frustrations.

Transportation is one of the most important areas where modern AI provides a significant advantage over conventional algorithms used in traditional transit system technology.

AI promises to streamline traffic flow and reduce congestion for many of today’s busiest roadways and thoroughfares. Smart traffic light systems and the cloud technology platforms they operate on are now designed to manage and predict traffic more efficiently, which can save a lot of money and create more efficiencies not only for the cities themselves, but also for individuals.

AI and machine learning today can process highly complex data and traffic trends and suggest optimum routing for drivers in real-time based on specific traffic conditions.

As a result of drastically improved processing power, transit system technologies are now used in various IoT (Internet of Things) devices to achieve real-time image recognition and prediction that took place in legacy data centers during the last half century. This new decentralized-focused architecture helps increase the implementation of machine learning and AI.

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Today’s recognition algorithms offer enhanced insight on the mix of density, traffic and overall rate of flow. Furthermore, these optimized algorithms can leverage data points by region resulting in a streamline pattern to reduce traffic problems while redistributing flow more optimally.

Municipal transit systems can then make better decision-making power, and the control system has a much higher degree of failure tolerance as was previously demonstrated in legacy hub-and-spoke systems.

AI is already impacting transit systems

These technologies are already being deployed around the country. As one example, the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) in partnership with the City of San José has been piloting a cloud-based, AI-powered transit signal priority (TSP) system that utilizes pre-existing bus-fleet tracking sensors and city communication networks to dynamically adjust the phase and timing of traffic signals to provide sufficient green clearance time to buses while minimally impacting cross traffic.

systems, this platform uses pre-existing equipment and leverages cloud technology to facilitate operations.

This removes the need for vehicle detection hardware at the intersection because vehicle location is known through the CAD/ AVL system. This enables both priority calls from greater distances away from signals and priority calls coordinated among a group of signals. Furthermore, the system provides real-time insights on which buses are currently receiving priority along with daily reports of performance metrics.

The advanced transit signal priority systems available today consist of two parts, a unit in the traffic cabinet and another unit placed on the vehicle. The transit priority logic is the same, regardless of the detection and communication medium. When a vehicle is within predetermined boundaries, the system places a request to the signal controller for prioritization.

Since the original systems used fixed detection points, signal controllers were configured with static estimated travel times.

Since travel times are dependent on several environmental factors, the industry implemented

Across the US, traditional mass transit systems including buses, subways and personal vehicles have returned to struggling through gridlock, rider levels and congestion.

Because the new platform leverages pre-existing infrastructure, it required no additional hardware installations inside traffic signal cabinets or buses. And unlike traditional, location-based check-in and check-out TSP solutions, the platform processes live bus location information through machine learning models and makes priority calls based on estimated times of arrival.

The platform has so far improved travel times on VTA’s route 77 by 18% to 20% overall, equating to a five- to six-minute reduction in signal delay. The cloud-based transit signal priority system combines asset management and automation to produce a system capable of providing services to an entire region. Unlike hardware-based

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GPS based, wireless communication systems.

With this method, vehicles found within detection zones replace the static detection points and the vehicle’s speed is used to determine arrival time.

The platform allows cities to build upon current investments in infrastructure to deploy city-wide TSP. To enable safe and secure connections with traffic signals, each city requires just one device for use that is a computer that resides at the “edge” and serves as the protective link between city traffic signals and the platform.

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depending on the existing city network configuration, the platform may receive vehicular data directly or via the city’s network using secure connections.

Sophisticated process for prioritizing traffic

The system’s method of placing priority calls to traffic signals is more sophisticated and is not constrained to fixed-point locations.

Unlike the current state-of-the-art of placing priority calls from the detection of buses at specific locations that starts a pre-programmed time of arrival, this platform uses a “vectorized” approach.

In mathematics, a vector is an arrow representing a magnitude and a direction.

In this platform’s software, the arrow points in the direction of the traffic light and the magnitude is the travel time. When the system is set up, traffic signals, bus routes and bus stops all get a digital representation on this vector.

This ends up producing a digital geospatial map where software is then able to track bus progression along bus routes.

This results in a system that can dynamically place transit calls regardless of its location.

Instead, the system makes precise priority calls based on the expected time of arrival which is the basis for all TSP check-in calls supported by all signal controller vendors.

And due to the nature of the tracking algorithm, any significant changes to ETA can be adjusted. For example, if a bus was predicted to skip a bus stop but did not, the system will detect the change and adjust the priority call accordingly.

The combination of AI, machine learning and cloud-based technology all have great potential to not only improve the current mass transit system but reimagine it all together. This advanced technology is already proving how it can improve coordination between GPS, navigational apps, connected autos, and even taxi and ride-sharing services to efficiently combine into a single transit entity based on real-time data.

In the not-too-distant future, it is expected that connected self-driving cars and trucks will be more prevalent on the roads and highways, offering even greater potential for AI to reduce both the duration and risk of rapid mobility. CCR

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The War on Dust Why it’s a must to eliminate smut and soot from today’s jobsites

Paul Guth, iQ Power Tools’ President of Product Development and Co-Founder, debuting the iQ1550 prototype at Hardscape North America 2021.

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By Ron Treister

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aul Guth is an interesting guy, to say the least. Whereas he is currently President of Product Development and co-founder of iQ Power Tools, a Southern California

manufacturer of state-of-the-art electric cutting tools for the masonry, concrete, ceramic tile, natural stone and related contractor industries, since our first meeting, I’ve always envisioned him as more of an consummate innovator, product design and developer, always thinking about tomorrow.

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Some quick history. Paul began as a mason, working for a California-based construction firm specializing in delivering high quality installations, primarily for the commercial construction sector. The firm was profitable, getting lots of call-back work from top-ranked general contractors in the region. But something was needed.

“In 1995, my brother Joel, who owned the construction firm, invented a dry-cutting masonry saw to be used by our workers,” Paul says. We wanted something safe, easyto-use and, a product that even back then, would address a topic so in demand today: ‘the need for speed.’”

From Day 1, people liked this saw. But from its inception, they noticed whatever it was cutting, the results seemed to elicit a huge dust cloud polluting the jobsite. This gnawing question, What is our necessity? kept haunting them starting right at that point.

What was this necessity? As Paul puts it, “We needed to provide not only our workers, but the entire contracting industry with a saw that could actually protect all workers from the dangers of airborne silica

and other similar and equally dangerous dust particles.”

New designs were painstakingly developed and prototypes built in house for testing. This process went on for a couple of years, and the products were proving to be useful and marketable. However, the Guths knew all along for this to be a real success, they would need total stateside distribution.

They knew that in order to be able to reach that goal, they had to dig in and start a fullfledged educational program to train users.

This clearly was a necessity.

“There were a few obstacles, to say the least,” Paul says. “We had to perfect the design and performance of a highly durable electric saw that could pull silica dust out of the air. We also had to perfect our ‘dry-cutting’ designs. Because the construction marketplace was slow after the recession began in 2008, we had time to put our heads together when deciding to come up with not only ideal products for the construction industries we served.

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TODAY’S JOB SITES

“In our travels, which now are many, we realize we’ve only scratched the surface. Today, we’ll go to a large jobsite and very directly, ask the workers if they are aware of the dangers possible by inhaling silica dust." absolute dangers present relative to the inhalation of silica dust.”

Finally, after the recession was over, the construction company became a thing of the past and iQ Power Tools became their sole business in 2012. Times continued to improve business-wise, and soon they were selling their products on a national basis. iQ began exhibiting at key trade expositions around the country, introducing strong public relations and social media programs... and subsequently, jump started the “War on Dust” campaign in high gear shortly thereafter.

“We were just starting to scratch the surface,” Paul says.

One major connection that proved beneficial relative to the “The War on Dust” campaign took place in 2018—the American Lung Association (ALA) reached out. For years, the organization’s caution agenda centered on the dangers of smoking cigarettes. Now, there was a whole new area the group could focus upon. This helped iQ gain credibility. “And immodestly, we helped them, as well,” Paul says. “Basically, the overall theme focused upon how dangerous silica dust can be to workers on job sites; even those wearing masks.”

Granted, lots of contractors who were rooted in doing business as they always had were simply not open to change. Upon hearing from not just iQ, but also from the ALA, their combined messages started to resonate.

For example, iQ received many appreciative notes from contractors across the country after explaining to them, along with ALA, that silica dust once getting inside one’s lungs, actually stays there, developing scar tissue.

With continued exposure an individual or worker will severely diminish his lung capacity. This will affect his quality of life as the worker gets older, making him more susceptible to lung related diseases.

Building bridges

Obviously, Paul cares if the national and international marketplaces iQ Power Tools purchases and benefits by using his cutting machinery. Over recent years, the firm has developed distribution points for its products in Canada, Australia, Scandinavia and Europe.

But even more so, Paul’s real passion has been to fully educate the global construction industry and to completely understand the dangers of silica dust. “In our travels, which now are many, we realize we’ve only scratched the surface. Today, we’ll go to a large jobsite and very directly, ask the workers if they are aware of the dangers possible by inhaling silica dust.”

Shockingly, only about 10% know anything about these risks. This is why everyone

in construction must step up and push for strong grass roots education programs relative to this topic.

How progressive/responsible are other countries with respect to protecting their workers from the dangers of silica? In Australia for example, it clearly is documented that certain employers have been summarily sued by their workers who contracted silicosis on the job. “We’re not advocating ‘protect or else be sued,’” Paul says. “Rather, we are advocating that if you are a professional company that takes care of its workers, it is your responsibility to protect those who labor on a daily basis for you. And that these same workers should be educated on what these dangers are and how to take the proper precautions to avoid being affected by them.”

It also is important to know that not just the cutting of masonry, concrete, wood, ceramic, stone, composite results in airborne dust that is highly dangerous.

But also, other surface finishing regimens such as grinding, milling, polishing, surface finishing, et al, also can result in highly dangerous dust conditions affecting workers’ lungs. iQ’s business, not surprisingly, has grown in great leaps and bounds during the last decade. “It’s not just about hiring professional individuals who care about their job, their co-workers and their company’s reputation,” Paul says. “It also is about making sure these workers know as much as possible regarding the ‘War on Dust’ from their very own vantage points. And this means caring about the safety of everyone on every jobsite. CCR

Ron Treister is a marketing communications specialist. For three decades, he has worked with major accounts in the commercial construction sector. He can be reached at rontreister@gmail.com.

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Giving back New premier gaming center on the Quantico Marine Corps Base offers a little down time from troop activities

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Giving back New premier gaming center on the Quantico Marine Corps Base offers a little down time from troop activities

By Ted Winters

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arkins’ history with the USO dates back over 30 years when late President J.P. Blase Cooke joined the USO

Board of Directors. He had previously served our country in the Army and met his wife at the 1968 USO ball. Since Blase started at Harkins, the company has built a strong relationship with the organization through philanthropic contributions and aiding in the construction of various USO lounges and centers across the East Coast.

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Harkins recently completed a USO lounge at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and an All-Star Depot in Ft. Belvoir, Virginia. So, when Harkins was approached by USO Metro in early 2021 to construct a design-build project on the Quantico Marine Corps Base, it was thrilled to continue the partnership.

Located within walking distance of the Barracks and Garrison Headquarters, the 5,200 square foot building previously was used by the Quantico Environmental Department for storage and as an office space. Once the building was cleared, the real work began. The building was transformed from a vacant lot to a premier gaming center that will be utilized by service members on base for years to come.

Today, the building features office spaces, a conference room, family room, multiple lounge areas with TVs, an arcade, café, support space and ADA-compliant restrooms. The exterior of the building was pressure washed and touched up with a fresh coat of paint.

The design objective was to create an open and inviting atmosphere in appreciation of the service members. The existing floor plan was modernized with the removal of closed and crowded spaces, along with doorways, to allow for ease of movement from one space to the other while keeping the utilitarian areas separate.

The design concept utilized less material during construction to capture the beauty of the two-story space and incorporated the existing clerestory windows to allow for natural light filtering into the space below. In conjunction with the openness of the main gaming space, existing brick and gypsum walls were painted white, main circulation areas featured LVT flooring, quiet areas utilized carpet tile, and restrooms were tiled.

Existing hard ceilings were maintained in open areas while acoustical ceiling tiles were implemented in the family and conference rooms.

Keeping costs down

With the help of Harkins employee-owners, Colimore Architects and trade partners, the group collectively cut down construction

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costs to allow the USO to continue doing what they do best—provide support for our service members and their families across the country.

H&M Construction was a key partner in the project. It increased manpower to accelerate the schedule to ensure the project remained ahead of schedule and worked with the Harkins team to coordinate seamlessly with other trades. H&M performed the demolition, drywall, painting, DFH install, landscaping, masonry, caulking and assisted with other miscellaneous scopes of work.

The company was extremely honored to be involved in this project and to support our men and women in uniform. Throughout the project they donated change order work that came up to help USO stay on budget.

Harkins leveraged its relationship with several other trade partners to assist

with change orders for USO. Tuner VA served as the electrician on the project and proved to be a great strategic partner in this effort, spending many man hours troubleshooting the fire alarm system at its own expense.

A premier gaming center

The mental and emotional strain that military service members face is why so many USO locations around the world are now supporting the addition of video game software and technology.

USO Metro recognizes that by offering gaming to service members, it gives them an opportunity to connect with family members and other service members virtually and have a place to relax and unwind. USO Quantico – Main already has several events

planned throughout the remaining months of the year, including an arcade night, March Madness watch party and monthly CHOW lunches.

The need for USO centers is ever-increasing. There are more than 250 USO locations that provide programs, entertainment,and services worldwide, and they were visited more than 8.1 million times by service members and their families. Centers establish a place of warmth and comfort where service members can connect while off duty.

Troops can call their loved ones, access the internet, play video games, and kick back as they relax to watch a movie and enjoy a snack. Along with giving service members a space to unwind, the programs give loved ones peace of mind knowing that their military member is in good hands with the USO.

Ted Winters is a Project Manager at Harkins Builders, a construction manager specializing in multifamily, commercial and government building projects.

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Semplice elegante How Bottega Angelina is reinventing dining in Laguna Niguel

A special supplement to:

Shokoufeh and Filippo Fusco

Semplice elegante How Bottega Angelina is reinventing dining in Laguna Niguel

By Chris Hennessy

B

ottega Angelina takes inspiration from the past while pushing the envelope forward and reinventing fine dining in

2021 and beyond. The 10,000 square foot space is dynamic—guests can enjoy a cup of coffee in the on-site café, purchase fresh homemade goods in the mercato, enjoy a glass of wine on the patio or receive the full fine-dining experience in the ristorante.

The restaurant is a premier culinary destination that caters to all and exemplifies and puts to action the direction the future of dining is taking, immersing guests in an array of experiences that invokes all senses.

Shawmut Design and Construction’s craftsmanship was integral to transforming the unique space for those immersive, captivating experiences and equipping the Bottega Angelina team with all the elements needed to create an authentic Italian dining destination.

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Nestled into the hillside within Laguna Niguel, California’s Ocean Ranch Village shopping center, Bottega Angelina is hard to miss. Approaching Laguna Niguel’s newest culinary gem transports visitors to a trattoria in Italy. Guests are greeted by olive trees, Italian cypress trees, potted citrus, lavender and an exterior that features a Santa Barbara stucco facade with added stone accents.

This beautiful transformation required design and construction team to take the property down to the studs as it was previously an old, dimly-lit steakhouse.

The two patios on the property are perfect for guests to soak up some California sun rays, whether they are sipping a morning coffee, or enjoying early-evening cocktails. Encapsulated by the traditional Italian landscaping, the front patio paints an artistic portrait of a true Italian café’s ambience.

The back patio, which boasts breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, is complemented by an exterior fireplace with custom board from concrete finishes, and chimneys refinished in concrete with a copper accent at the top.

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Guests are greeted by olive trees, Italian cypress trees, potted citrus, lavender and an exterior that features a Santa Barbara stucco facade with added stone accents.

Patios in Laguna Niguel are few and far between, so Bottega Angelina’s 3,000 square feet of outdoor seating places it in a category of its own. As the world continues to navigate the pandemic, the demand for outdoor seating is increasing and Bottega Angelina’s reconfigured outdoor dining areas ensure that guests can feel comfortable and safe when visiting the restaurant.

The color palette of the coastline extends into the bar and restaurant, seamlessly connecting the interior spaces and creating a unique open concept. The bar is crafted from calacatta marble with waterfall edges, which creates a continuous flow of marble and makes it a focal point of the lounge. The bottle riser is custom marble-clad with an antique mirror finish

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and lit with LED lighting, building the perfect balance of modern and vintage.

Adjacent to the bar is the staple of the ristorante, the Stefano Ferraro VPN-certified custom pizza oven from Naples which sits next to the restaurant’s open concept kitchen. The pizza oven is framed around columns and clad with custom mosaic tiles that come together to form the Bottega Angelina logo.

It also features a custom stone hearth to fit the circle frame and is topped off with a light cove to create a truly dramatic lighting effect. Patrons can watch as the Bottega Angelina team works their culinary magic, which creates a deeper appreciation for the fresh ingredients being used and delights the senses.

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Ringing in the coast

The features in the dining room were crafted with extreme attention to detail to bring the colors and feel of the Pacific coastline into the space. More than half of the dining and bar areas are spanned by a custom lighting feature—4,000 individual brass tubes hanging from the ceiling that took more than three weeks to install.

The construction team used an articulating boom lift to install the tubes, as each individual drop had to have a template built before they could be installed one-byone. Within the brass tubes are hand-blown custom light bulbs. The ceiling over the dining and bar areas also has an artist’s custom cloud finish with a copper barrel to complement the intricate lighting feature.

The mercato is the differentiating element in the space that brings the Bottega Angelina one-stop-shop vision to life. It is where guests will be transported by the aroma of fresh baked breads and pastries, and find homemade pasta to fill their pantries, as well as artisan goods, spirits, and wines to bring a piece of Italy home. The mercato is also the home of Bottega Angelina’s cooking classes, tastings and demonstrations.

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Meringoff Properties Lobby,New York, NY Architect: MDEAS Architects, New York, NY www.NTMA.com www.NTMA.com

800.323.9736 General Contractor: Archstone Builders, LLC, New York, NY

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With walls that feature custom mosaics—including the Bottega Angelina logo and the salumeria station—paired with large-format marble flooring, the detailed interior works to create the look of an authentic yet modern Italian mercato. The flares of yellow and orange bring the California sunshine into the space as guests enjoy the authenticities of their corner of Italy in Laguna Niguel.

Bottega Angelina’s management team has strong ties to Italy, and an extensive history of demonstrated culinary creativity in the kitchen. The team’s passion revolves around creating authentic experiences— from expertly-crafted cocktails and cuisine

to unique courses and educational seminars—that truly embody Italian culture.

Most of Bottega Angelina’s team members were raised in small villages across Italy and have used their immersive experiences with Italian cuisine as inspiration for the idea to create a destination, not just a restaurant.

Bottega Angelina’s owners, Shokoufeh and Filippo Fusco, also the owners of Angelina’s Pizzeria Napoletana in Irvine, California, are steadfast in their desire to share Italian cuisine and culture.

What better way to do that than with an all-encompassing destination?

Bottega Angelina is revolutionizing the dining scene in Laguna Niguel and sets a precedent for the future of experiential dining in the area. The detail-oriented execution of authentic cocktails and cuisine, and the dedication to craftsmanship within the space, create a one-of-a-kind establishment that can appeal to all who appreciate food, art and tradition.

An Italian one-stop-shop that boasts a Southern California view, Bottega Angelina has been called a “stunner” by Eater LA and is sure to impress its visitors and create unforgettable experiences one-by-one. CK

Chris Hennessy is Senior Director at Shawmut Design and Construction, a $1.3 billion national construction management, setting the strategy, goals, and execution plan for the hospitality business in Shawmut’s West region. His 16 years of combined hospitality and construction experience working on both the client and operations side enables Hennessy to provide an approach to the construction process that not only considers all technical aspects, but the intricacies of the guest experience.

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Bake’n Joy blends heritage and innovation to yield a prosperous future.

Dacon’s design build process generates sweet returns.

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Restaurant Equipment suppliers get annual listing spotlight

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t the heart of the ever-growing restaurant sector is the companies supplying the market with the latest and greatest equipment. Our annual Restaurant Equipment guide showcases some of the industry’s leading suppliers. If you’re looking for the best fit for your project, we have you covered. Our annual listing provides the contact information and contact person for each firm. If you didn’t make the list, contact Publisher David Corson at davidc@ccr-mag.com.

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Paul Pohl, Product Manager Commercial New Product Development 106 Adkisson Street Ashland City, TN 37015 papohl@hotwater.com www.hotwater.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Cyclone® Commercial Gas Water Heaters, CHP-120 Fully Integrated Heat Pump Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Craft Brewery

Tyler Munn, Marketing Director 201 Grandin Road Maineville, OH 45039 tmunn@bavis.com www.bavis.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Vittleveyor drive-thru remote lane food delivery system; drive-thru equipment, Drive-up window and drawer combination units; drive-thru equipment, Vehicle detectors, drive-thru audio, video; drive-thru accessories Markets Served: Restaurants, Healthcare, Federal/Government, Cannabis

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Kayla Ament, Digital Marketing Specialist 400 Ross Ave Schofeild, WI 54476 (800) 333-1400 Fax: (715) 241-6191 communications@accurex.com www.accurex.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Kitchen Ventilation Systems Markets Served: Restaurants

Michael Coscarelli, National Sales Director 111 Progress Ave New Castle, PA 16101 mcoscarelli@berner.com www.berner.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Air Curtains Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

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Lebaon, IN 46052 (317) 501-3700 Fax: (765) 483-9525 mstines@auvco.com www.americanultraviolet.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Kitchen exhaust systems with UVC lights that produce 185nm wavelength to eliminate grease and other build up in exhaust ducts. Sizes from 18 to 60 inches for various duct widths and heights.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family

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Ron Klein, VP Sales & Marketing 2205 Carlson Drive Northbrook, IL 60062 (847) 753-9595 Fax: (847) 753-9648 rklein@dispense-rite.com www.dispense-rte.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Cup & Lid Dispensers, Cup, Condiment and Lid Organizers, Silverware Organizers, Napkin Dispensers, Ice Cream Cone Dispensers Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare

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EARTHSTONE OVENS Ironrock DBA Jean Paul Yotnegparian, VP Metropolitan Ceramics 6717 San Fernando Rd Glendale, CA 91201 (818) 553-1134 info@earthstoneovens.com www.earthstoneovens.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Wood and Gas Brick Pizza Ovens.

Markets Served: Hospitality, Restaurants

Entmar Industries LLC. Murat Coskun, President & CEO

Dianne Young, Sales Director 1201 Millerton Street Canton, Ohio 44707 (800) 325-3945 Fax: (330) 484-4880 info@ironrock.com www.metropolitanceramics.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Ceramic Quarry Tile, Tumbled Thin Brick, Architectural Thin Brick Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

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ITW Food Equipment Group (309) 868-6228 Hobart, Traulsen, Vulcan, Wolf, Baxter murat.coskun@entmar.com Cummings, GA 30040

http://entmar.com/EN Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Commercial Kitchen Equipment: Moduler Kitchens, Main Kitchen Equipment, Ranges, Cookers (Electric, Gas, Induction, Floor/Ground), Fryers, Potato Resting, Grills (Electric, Gas), Doner Kebab Machines, Banquet Trolleys, Bain Maries, Food Processing Machinery, Toasters, Cooking Trays, Cutlery, Pots and Pans, Paper Products, Dishes and Plates, Trays , PPE, Clothing, Uniforms, Aprons, Shoes, Indoor Air Quality Improvement IOT Devices, Furniture, Paint and Coating Products Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery, Other: Airports, Military basis, Schools, Factories, RV industry

IMC/Teddy Food Service Equipment Suzanne Meno, Managing Director 50 Ranick Drive East Amityville, NY 11701 (800) 221-5644 Fax: (631) 789-3633 imcteddy@aol.com www.imcteddy.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Stainless Steel Manufacturer of Floor Troughs, Hand Sinks, Utility Sinks, Dishtables, Shelving, Cabinets, Carts, Modular Serving Systems, Countertops & Custom Equipment.

Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Federal/Government

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Todd Blair, Marketing Director 701 S. Ridge Avenue Troy, OH 45373 todd.blair@itwfeg.com www.itwfoodequipment.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Food Prep (Hobart, Berkel, Centerline): Mixers, Slicers, Food Processors, Grinders, etc. Refrigeration (Traulsen, Centerline): Reach-ins, Undercounters, Prep Tables, Blast Chillers, Equipment Stands, etc. Cooking (Vulcan, Wolf, Baxter, IBEX): Ranges, Convection & Combi Ovens, Rapid-Cook Ovens, Rack Ovens, Steamers, Fryers, Griddles, Broilers, Charbroilers, Kettles, Braising Pans, Heated Holding, etc. Dishwashing: Undercounters, Glasswashers, Door-Types, Prep Washers, Conveyor-Types Weighing & Wrapping (Hobart): Scales, Wrappers Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants< Healthcare, Federal/Government, Craft Brewery, Other: K-12 Schools, Hospitals, Senior Care, Colleges, Corporate Dining, Corrections, Sports/Entertainment Arenas

Mise Designs Victor Cardamone, President & CEO 1530 North Main Street Williamstown, NJ 08094 (856) 885-4675 info@misedesigns.com www.misedesigns.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): All foodservice equipment categories except smallwares, All foodservice equipment manufacturers Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

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Nieco Eric Serena, Director, Business Development 7950 Cameron Dr. Windsor, CA 95492 (707) 284-7100 sales@nieco.com nieco.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Commercial Cooking Equipment, Cooking Automation, Labor-saving Restaurant Equipment, Restaurant Equipment Markets Served: Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government

Peerless Ovens Bryan Huntly, President PO Box 859 Sandusky, OH 44870 (419) 625-4514 office@peerlessovens

World Dryer Scott G Kerman, North American Architectural Specifications Manager 240 W. Missouri Avenue, Unit 20 Phoenix, AZ 85013 (708) 449-6950 (602) 524-0728 scott.kerman@zurn.com www.worlddryer.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Hand Dryers and Baby Changing Tables Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government

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tom.howe@xicato.com www.xicato.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): LED Lighting, Downlights, Flexible Linear Lighting, Light Guide Panels Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Craft Brewery

265 Hobson Street Smithville, TN 37166 (972) 908-6187 (502) 417-5168 dhinton@starholdingsgrp.com www.StarHoldingsGrp.com Restaurant Equipment/Product(s): Star Holdings Group consists of (8) commercial food service equipment brands that are all proudly manufactured in Smithville, TN. : APW Wyott, Bakers Pride, Holman, Lang, MagiKitch’n, Star, Toastmaster, Wells Markets Served: Retail, Hospitality, Restaurants, Healthcare, Shopping Malls, Federal/Government, Multi-Family, Cannabis, Other: Food trucks, stadiums

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Answering the call Conversation with Giroux Glass’ Barbara Kotsos

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hen she answered the employment ad, her motive was to just try and revive her rusty interview skills. After 14 years at her last job, it had been 15 years since her last interview. What ended up happening was a combination of opportunity and fate.

For the past eight-plus years, Barbara Kotsos and Giroux Glass have been a perfect match—one that has enabled the Director of Marketing/Public Relations to use her uncanny talent to identify and grow new business opportunities and markets.

Highly visionary and creative, and with the perfect blend of communications, analytical and problem-solving acumen, Kotsos continues to help tell the Giroux Glass story in a diverse range of B2B and B2C stories in myriad industries, including construction, consumer packaged goods, food, consumer electronics, technology, telecommunications, office/school supplies, craft products, financial services.

We sat down with her to get her insights to what it takes to survive and thrive in today’s ever-changing commercial construction landscape.

Tell us your story. How did you get started in the industry?

My start in construction was a completely unexpectedly fluke. I had been at my last marketing job for a consumer products high-tech company for 14 years. When they re-organized me out of my position, I had not been on an interview in over 15 years. I answered an ad for Giroux Glass simply to hone my rusty interview skills.

I was in for such a surprise. I was interviewed by a series of female executives, which I had not been expecting in this industry. I realized that I really liked everyone I was meeting with, admired what they did, and appreciated their enthusiasm.

Then, they toured me through the offices and I saw photos of all the beautiful projects displayed in the offices of people who had worked on them, and I recognized landmarks from all over Los Angeles and

Barbara Kotsos, president of NAWIC Los Angeles, CA 2020-2021.

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Las Vegas. I realized that due to my love of design and architecture, and the work this company did, this could be something I really enjoyed.

I started two days later, just in time to organize a big event that was going to take place in three weeks to celebrate something called “WIC Week,” a term I’d never previously heard.

I quickly realized the benefit of doing marketing and PR for a company in construction is that you’ve got almost eternal bragging rights—or at least as long as the building stands.

For a company like mine, which has been around for 75 years, there is a lot of potential content for a marketing person to work with. That was the opposite case of marketing consumer technology products, which become outdated and old news the minute they hit the store shelves. I love it.

What are some of the biggest changes you’ve seen over the past two years?

So many companies are now being so flexible about working from home, and that’s a welcome change for those of us who can and do. I limited my time spent traveling to our other office locations, since during COVID, it was risky.

The upside is that we have all become accustomed to virtual meetings, and waste a lot less time in LA traffic traveling to meetings.

Labor has become such a tough challenge, and it has gotten worse in recent years.

What opportunities are out there for the industry as we move forward in 2022? For women?

I believe the sky’s the limit for women in construction. The demand for employees is so strong right now that no company can afford to consider not hiring any type of minority.

There are plenty of role models of successful women in the industry to prove that we not only can, but are doing it as well as men. The challenge is to attract young women to become interested in the industry as a career, and that is an education issue.

From what I have seen in my eight years in the industry, the more young women learn about what it’s like to work in construction, the more they want to. I’ve

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tried to help on that front with my involvement in NAWIC LA and WWT. From a financial point of view, it certainly pays better than anything else out there for someone with just a high school degree. Why take on the debt of a college education if you can start earning a nice salary from a young age? And if they choose an ESOP company, like my company, they can quickly build themselves a healthy savings account and be an owner in their own business.

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It makes sense from every standpoint; your women just need to hear what the benefits and opportunities are.

What type of trends are you seeing today?

When I started in the industry, no one knew much about marketing. They would say they did, and then point to their business development person. Both of these roles understand just how different the two roles

I believe the sky’s the limit for women in construction.

The demand for employees is so strong right now that no company can afford to consider not hiring any type of minority. really are. Or, they would hire a student to post photos on social media for them and consider it done. Again, that was not quite it either.

Now I am seeing more companies hire experienced marketing people, and it is reflected in a higher caliber of website and corporate communications, and that’s a welcome change.

What advice can you share?

Be open and give it a shot. What I thought was going to be a quick stint in the industry seriously hooked me, and here I am still, eight years later. Pick a company whose work you admire and who treats their employees well, and you will gain nothing but some great experience and knowledge.

What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received?

Don’t wait to do the things you really want to do. Do them now, one at a time. And I do that. My favorite activity is to travel, and I do that whenever I can.

What’s the single best thing every woman can do to make sure they continue to get a seat at the table?

Don’t wait to be invited. Assume that one of those chairs has your name on it, approach the table and seat yourself. We are well past the point of waiting for someone to pull out and hold the chair for us, metaphorically speaking. Say what you can offer, do it well, then say what you did. Our male counterparts do it all the time, it’s something women need to make a habit of doing more often.

What’s the biggest item on your to-do list?

Making it to Machu Picchu this year. My trip with friends has been rescheduled twice; we are hoping to go in September. CCR

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The Voice of Craft Brands

Bonded for life

How an unlikely assemblage of friends with a history of building distilleries, spirits and communities created the Company Distilling brand

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Bonded for life How an unlikely assemblage of friends with a history of building distilleries, spirits and communities created the Company Distilling brand

The initial vision for Company Distilling was to be more than just a whiskey brand. The unlikely assemblage of friends envisioned being a full portfolio spirits company. They had the resources, being they had a collective group experience that brought a variety of different perspectives to the table.

Founder Jeff Arnett says they were stronger as a group, especially when they were thinking about doing more than just one thing. From that power of being a small, nimble and passionate collection of minds came the freedom to control its own destiny.

Based in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee—Townsend, to be exact—the first Company Distilling location was a 4,000-square-foot tasting room and restaurant at the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Set along the Little River with the Townsend Greenway running along the front of the 13.5-acre property, the tasting room offers access to cycling, running, and nearby mountain biking and hiking trails.

It was the kind of atmosphere Arnett, a former master distiller at Jack Daniel’s, had always envisioned. Part of the package is that Company Distilling is a hometown kind of place—one where other restaurants in the area can showcase their offerings.

We sat down with Arnett to get his take on how Company Distilling continues to be a leader in the ever-growing craft spirit landscape.

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Tell us a little about your brand.

Company Distilling is based in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. When it comes to making spirits, our know-how runs deep. An unlikely assemblage of friends with a history of building distilleries, crafting exceptional spirits and bringing people together.

When you pour a glass of Company, you’re experiencing something new. But one sip and you’ll know it’s not our first go around.

Give us a snapshot of today’s craft spirits market from your perspective.

We’re definitely in the golden age of craft distilling. There are a lot smaller brands that have mature whiskey. Our team tends to define craft in relation to quality and character, rather than size.

At Company Distilling, we’ve developed traditional production processes that will allow us to produce quality spirits at a high volume, but not compromise the quality.

What kind of conversations are you having with your customers today?

What’s likely to happen next?

Our hope is that we see more diverse ownership and locations for both breweries and distilleries.

Creating a sense of place and unique and diverse stories would be a huge asset to the industries.

What trends are defining the space?

Lifestyle brands are coming online and offering multiple entertainment options in addition to spirits products.

What’s your story from a brand perspective?

We talk about place, story, and do our best to educate the customer about our products, cocktails and the science behind how we make our products. There is a thirst for knowledge about the process of making beer and whiskey, but also how our company came to be and community offerings outside of our distillery locations.

Without our communities, our distillery and brewery are just manufacturing buildings.

This is between friends—an uncommon bond between friends. Our founders got to know each other through the Tennessee Distillers Guild and worked on legislation to uncork the distilling industry in Tennessee.

There are things you share with the world. And there are things you share with the people you hold closest.

They are not always big things; they can be as simple as a knowing glance or a peal of laughter. But they are the best things, because you wouldn’t trade them for the world. We know you can’t just go out and create these things. But we have done our very best to bottle them. Spirits well worth gathering over. Meticulously crafted for the best of friends.

Our team comes together with a diverse set of skills and expertise, from a variety of industries. None of us is in this for “a chance at success.” We’ve already achieved success as individuals.

We’re in this because it is fuel for our friendship and it will be fun. And that fun will fuel thousands of other friendships. Not to mention the communities we call home. We’ll achieve success, but it’s not about success.

We will profit, but it is not about profit.

It is about good people. End of story.

Walk us through your branding strategy.

We don’t know you and we won’t pretend to. But if you uncork a bottle of Company, then there’s something between us. Something real. Not a “product,” or an empty promise

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dressed up with a label and a barcode. Something we both believed in enough to be our most valuable resource. We have poured time into making it perfect. And you have given it some of the time that matters most—time set aside to enjoy life.

Company Distilling is about gathering people together. We’ve done our very best to create products that are well worth gathering around. It’s not about us, it’s about you. As a brand, we want you to come spend time with us. And if you are not with us in person, bring Company when you’re with the people you hold closest. We’ll be glad to make your acquaintance.

their specific situation, the why, their community and making an emotional connection with their customer. Being true to their passion and not producing just to fill a shelf or tap space.

What do you see as some of your biggest opportunities moving ahead?

Our story and products are unlike

anything else on the market. The runway is long for our team and brand if we continue to innovate and produce good quality spirits.

What’s the biggest item on your to-do list right now?

Opening our first newly constructed distillery in Townsend, Tennessee.

What’s the biggest issue today related to the marketing/sales side of the craft business?

With spirits, there are a few shortcuts being taken in order to get into the industry, which ultimately devalues the quality and could turn a consumer away from American whiskies. As a business, we have faced supply chain variability and lack of predictability. We have to buy a year’s supply of everything and then store it. Unfortunately, this will price out smaller distilleries.

The biggest challenge we face from the brewing side is determining how to differentiate ourselves from the competition.

Sitting down with...

Company Distilling’s Jeff Arnett people from around the world at our distilleries every day.

What’s the secret to creating a branding story that consumers can buy into?

Authenticity and a kick ass story. As a brand, we are not making anything up or putting on a front. We spend time creating opportunities to tell our truth. We are transparent. What you see is what you get with our team.

Ultimately, we want you to be a part of our journey. You’ll often find our founders in the tasting rooms interacting with our customers, telling our story and gathering around with you.

What’s the thing every craft beer brand should do in the way of marketing?

What was the best advice you ever received?

What’s the most rewarding part of your job?

Working with creative and innovative co-workers and getting to meet new

First is to make good quality beer.

Beyond that, it is about understanding

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Don’t react to each instance, track the pattern.

What’s the best thing a customer ever said to you?

Thank you for making us feel like we are part of your team.

What is your favorite brand story?

Ours. Not that we are self-centered, but our brand story is why I said yes to being a part of Company. I believe in what we are doing as a team, brand, and the opportunities we will create in the future for our communities and the people that reside within them. Here’s to time well spent.

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RETAIL/RESTAURANTS/QUICK SERVE: Washville Car Wash

East Greenwich, RI

$1,000,000.00

4,739

New Construction

Q4 2022

North Broadway Gas Station And Convenience Store

Salem, NH

$1,000,000.00

4,025

New Construction

Q3 2022

Burger King - County Street

Taunton, MA

$700,000.00

3,298

New Construction

Q3 2022

West Haven, CT

$200,000,000.00

347,826

New Construction

Q3 2022

Newport North End

Newport, RI

$100,000,000.00

526,000

New Construction

Q1 2023

Fairfield Avenue Retail Building and Coffee Shop

Bridgeport, CT

$2,200,000.00

11,619

New Construction

Q3 2022

Windsor Center Plaza Redevelopment

Windsor, CT

$25,000,000.00

10,000

New Construction

Q2 2023

Steinert Hall Renovations

Boston, MA

$6,000,000.00

38,000

Renovation

Q2 2023

Shelburne Street Mixed Use Building

South Burlington, VT

$3,500,000.00

19,168

New Construction

Q3 2022

Soldiers Field Road Residential Development

Boston, MA

$198,000,000.00

723,000

New Construction

Q3 2022

Balsams Grand Resort Hotel Renovation Phase I - Dix and Hampshire Houses

Colebrook, NH

$143,000,000.00

400,000

New Construction

Q1 2023

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hotel / Windsor

Windsor, CT

$14,000,000.00

88,000

New Construction

Q3 2022

Rockport Harbor Hotel / Rockport

Rockport, ME

$8,800,000.00

27,354

New Construction

Q3 2022

Farmington High School Renovations Town of Farmington

Farmington, CT

$116,000,000.00

300,000

New Construction

Q3 2022

Hopkins Center for the Arts - Dartmouth College

Hanover, NH

$88,000,000.00

70,000

Renovation

Q4 2022

Clarke Science Renovations at Rhode Island College

Providence, RI

$30,000,000.00

60,000

Renovation

Q4 2022

Norwalk Hospital Expansion and Renovation

Norwalk, CT

$224,000,000.00

180,000

New Construction, Renovation

Q3 2022

Danbury Proton

Danbury, CT

$80,000,000.00

16,000

New Construction

Q4 2022

Fallbrook Commons Care Center

Portland, ME

$28,400,000.00

58,197

New Construction

Q3 2022

Massachusetts General Hospital / Clinical and Campus Services Building

Boston, MA

$1,900,000.00

1,050,450

New Construction

Q3 2022

RETAIL/STORES/MALLS: The Haven

RESIDENTIAL/MIXED USE:

HOSPITALITY:

EDUCATION:

MEDICAL:

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Mike Levin

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5

ANP Lighting

13

9

NAC

23

14

Beam Team

3

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National Terrazzo & Mosaic Assocation

89

36

Berner

59

26

Navien

5

3

Bostik

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53

23

Bradley Corp.

19

12

CDO

11

8

Niagara

55

24

Permit.com

65

28

Poison Ivy

81

33

Poma Retail Development, Inc

29

17

Porcelanosa

57

25

Project Management Consortium (PMC)

15

10

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Construction One

17

11

Dacon

91

37

Dynamic Air Quality Solutions

27

16

Entmar

93

38

Retail Contractors Association

74

31

Gensis Lighting Solutions

63

27

Rockerz, Inc

7

4

Georgia-Pacific

87

35

Schimenti

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6, 45

Georgia Printco

107

42

Sto

49

22

Goodwin Commercial

100

40

Tax Incentive Agency

105

41

Hunter Building Corp

25

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82

34

CVR3

44

Jones Architectural Creations

35

19

40-41

21

K-CON

79

32

Wolverine Building Group

21

13

Lakeview Construction, Inc

9

7

World Dryer

95

39

Laticrete

37

20

ZipWall

31

18

Impact Security

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by David Corson

Building your playbook for life

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ver the last 24 months of the rollercoaster we’ve all been on, I’ve learned many things about myself, my business and my life in general. Things like who I can count on

and what it means to cross the finish line. Battling every day.

drive to keep going no matter what you are faced with when you think there is nothing you can do is critical.

There is always an answer; you just need the will to find it.

And while having natural talent is a plus, it is not a necessity. Many no name athletes have become champions when others with God-given talent have not reached the pinnacle of being at the top of the mountain.

To all of you who made it through the last 24-plus months, you are all winners.

You have persevered, given it your all and are still standing, so congrats.

Here are a few famous winning quotes that I have held close to my vest over the years: “ Everyone has the will to win, but very few have the will to prepare to win.” “ Winning is a habit. Unfortunately, so is losing.” “ You can't win every battle. Sometimes victory comes in the form of bowing out gracefully.” “ Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing.

If you can shrug off a loss, you can never be a winner.” “ It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get up.”

Winning is contagious, addictive and creates a drive to be your best.

When I look back of my 59 years of being alive—all the ups and downs I have gone through in my life, the lessons learned from everything I have done or will do in the future—the main elements of what keeps me going is that feeling of being a winner, and doing my best and forget the rest.

It is what makes me want to get up in the morning, get me through the day. I have learned that you must make the best use of every second because we cannot get time back. The evenings are made to get some shut eye and recharge my batteries so that I can do it all again the next day.

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Winning is about being smart and working hard, being prepared and having a strong work ethic. As I have always said, practice makes perfection. It is not what you don't have, it's what you do with what you have. Failure is not an option—and neither is quitting.

You also need to make mistakes.

Having some losses helps you learn and become a consistent winner. No one is perfect.

Anyone who says they get it right 100% of the time is wrong.

Any champion will tell you that being the best is not easy. It takes dedication, concentration, knowing your limitations, and the ability to adapt and be flexible when faced with hindrances. Having that endurance and

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“ Winning as a team is better than anything.

It’s great to share success.” “ The ones who win are the ones who keep going after everyone else has quit.” “ In life, both winning and losing will happen.

What is never acceptable is quitting.”

“Win small, win early, win often.”

To all of you, let’s be winners in the second half of 2022. Let’s have much success and prosperity.

Good health and safe travels. And always, keep the faith. CCR

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