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CoatingsPro Interview Series‘The Paint Father’ Targets Next Generation of WorkforceDavid V. Revay, an AMPP-certified professional and founder of Revay Coating Consultants, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, recently introduced “The Paint Father” as an innovative YouTube and TikTok video channel.
After 13 years of consulting and inspections work, as well as serving as an expert witness for many coatings-related legal cases, the 36-year-old now hopes to inspire and equip the next generation of inspectors. In this interview, Revay speaks with CoatingsPro Magazine regarding his unique career journey; industry trends; and his goals for the future.
Revay contends that a five-day CIP Level 1 (AMPP’s Coating Inspec...
2025-11-1834 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesMeet Lisa Sciortino, CoatingsPro’s New Managing EditorThis episode introduces readers to Lisa Sciortino, the new Managing Editor of CoatingsPro Magazine. Topics include her career background and what makes her a good fit for the role; opportunities for industry leaders to become more involved with the magazine; and how CoatingsPro aims to help contractors and other industry professionals do their jobs better, both now and into the future.
2025-10-2826 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesPittsburgh Paints Primes Users for Success
Dennis Karnstein and Brian Carson are top executives at Pittsburgh Paints Co., a leading North American producer of interior and exterior paints, stains, caulks, repair products, adhesives, and sealants.
In this conversation with CoatingsPro Magazine, Karnstein and Carson address marketplace trends in late 2025 and entering 2026; making coatings more user-friendly for applicators; the group’s unique service model and its new opportunities as a privately owned company; and more.
2025-10-1624 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesContractors and Mobile Tools: Enverge Spray Foam Shows the WayA new set calculator on the Enverge.App is designed to provide contractors with a quick, mobile tool displaying instant estimates for how many spray foam sets a project will need, as well as built-in calculators for circles, triangles, and corrugated metal.
Ryan Decker, spray foam brand manager for Enverge, chats with CoatingsPro Magazine regarding the importance of digital integration for contractors and applicators; feedback from early adopters of these technologies; marketplace trends in the industry; and more.
2025-10-0217 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesJetRock Finds Unique Niche in Commercial FlooringPamela Novak, vice president of finance and HR at JetRock, joins this sponsored episode of the CoatingsPro Interview Series. Discussion topics include what makes JetRock stand out among flooring options in the commercial business sector; the company’s unique value proposition; installation challenges, opportunities, and training resources; and much more.
2025-09-2623 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesIUPAT Leads the Way in Safety, Training, Workforce DevelopmentThe International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) represents 140,000 workers across the United States and Canada. In this summer 2025 interview with CoatingsPro Magazine, IUPAT’s Andrew Croll and Ken Seal share insights and the latest trends pertaining to safety, training, workforce development, industry influence and advocacy, and more.
2025-05-2734 minCoatingsPro Interview Series2025 World of Concrete: Industry Leaders Speak OutWhile at the 2025 World of Concrete show in Las Vegas, CoatingsPro Magazine caught up with leaders from several industry companies for brief interviews on the Exhibit Hall floor. Companies profiled in this series, in alphabetical order, include BrandSafway; Crown Polymers; Graco; Key Resin Company; Polymer Nation; PPG; and Quikspray Inc.
2025-01-3020 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesAbrasives Inc. Works to Stay Ahead of Surface Prep TrendsRussell Raad, president of “one-stop shop” Abrasives Inc., joins a sponsored episode of the CoatingsPro Interview Series with insight on his company’s unique specialties and market position.
Discussion topics include marketplace trends, changes, and regulatory impacts; unique challenges to the surface preparation of industrial coatings jobs; strategies to incorporate feedback from contractors and end users; an outlook for the future; and available resources from Abrasives Inc. to assist in these processes.
2024-11-2626 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow Crown Polymers Is Lifting the Floor Coatings MarketKaveh Meghdadpour, Director of National Accounts and Business Development and the East Region Manager at Crown Polymers, joins this sponsored episode.
Discussion topics include industry trends and pain points within floor coatings; successful case studies using Crown solutions; the importance of manufacturers and contractors working together; and strategies to address potential industry concerns in the years ahead, such as workforce development.
2024-11-2031 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow the Specialty Contractor Market Is EvolvingKyle McDonald, Project Manager at Western Specialty Contractors in Delray Beach, Florida, joins the CoatingsPro Interview Series with insight on his job and beyond. Discussion topics include standout projects from his time at Western; unique coating factors to consider with concrete substrates and his regional market; industry trends related to technologies, materials, equipment, and workforce development; and much more.
2024-10-2832 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesVeterans Find New Ways to Serve in Military CoatingsU.S. Navy Veteran Matt Flory is a global business director at Sherwin-Williams, where he leads the industrial group’s military coatings segment.
With a team comprised largely of Veterans, Flory shares perspective on what they bring to the coatings industry and the role they can play in overcoming workforce development challenges.
For the military market, Flory also outlines recent technological innovations such as chemical agent resistant coatings (CARC); anti-microbial solutions; enhanced corrosion primers; and more.
2024-09-3023 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesExploring the Present and Future of Spray Polyurethane FoamKen Wells, co-owner of Elite Insulation & PolyPro and president of the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) Board of Directors, joins the CoatingsPro Interview Series. Discussion topics include goals for his current SPFA term; challenges and opportunities within the evolving marketplace of the SPF industry; and resources from the SPFA that can be of assistance.
2024-08-0521 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesAkzoNobel, coatingAI Partner on AI for Application ProcessesJeff Jirak, managing director of AkzoNobel’s global powder coatings business, explains how new coating technologies are helping to mitigate corrosion in the built environment.
The show also explores the manufacturer’s recent development partnership with CoatingAI, which aims to assist contractors and installers with application processes while reducing their carbon footprint.
Related links: U.S. EPA’s Green Power Partners, Interpon, AkzoNobel on LinkedIn
2024-07-1736 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesLUMIFLON Shares Tips to Choose the Right Coating SolutionsWinn Darden, North American business manager forLUMIFLON fluoropolymer resins, shares his perspective on key decision-making processes pertaining to paints and coatings. This sponsored show explores how experts can develop strategic planning approaches that best adapt to current structural and future market demands.
Discussion topics include the details of LUMIFLON and how it works in tandem with coatings; industry trends and feedback from the market segments it plays in; the role of new and emerging technologies; and educational resources available to assist in these challenges.
2024-07-1527 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesMaster Painters Institute Launches MPI Decision Tree ToolsThe Master Painters Institute (MPI), a subsidiary of AMPP, has announced the launch of its MPI Decision Tree tools. This digital platform is designed to transform the way industry professionals specify coatings for new construction and restoration projects.
Pam Nicoletti, president of MPI, explains how this innovative platform encompasses all project variables while greatly reducing manual efforts.
2024-06-0420 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesCoatingsPro’s Exhibitor Spotlight Interviews at AMPP 2024While at the 2024 AMPP Annual Conference + Expo in New Orleans, our AMPP Publications team interviewed a series of experts regarding new products, services, and technologies related to the coatings industry. Subjects in this series of sponsored Exhibitor Spotlight interviews include Rust-Oleum, BrandSafway, Induron, PPG, Abrasives Inc., and Axxiom.
2024-06-0331 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesRevisiting Assumptions About Primers in Immersion ServiceIn a recently published white paper, experts at Induron examined the expected service life of coatings for potable water linings while combining that knowledge with an interpretation of the total applied costs of these systems.
On this sponsored podcast, Induron’s William “Bill” Seawell, technical service manager, and Andy Odorzynski, national sales manager, elaborate on expectations for water tank primers (both zinc and epoxy); how corrosion processes work; and the most important properties a water tank primer should have.
Founded in 1947 and based in Birmingham, Ala., Induron produces high-performance coatings to serve a wide range of indu...
2024-05-1629 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesSam Scaturro on Industry Trends and His Leadership JourneySam Scaturro, President of Alpine Painting & Sandblasting Contractors, shares his insight on industry trends and career highlights after nearly two decades of success.
Topics include the process of buying his family business and its transformation over the years; emerging trends in the marketplace; optimal strategies for workforce development; and highlights from his time as an association member leader, including a stint as Chair of the AMPP Board of Directors in 2022.
2024-05-0827 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesAMPP Steps up Sustainability Efforts in 2024In a panel discussion, member leaders Dawn Eden and Sandy Williamson join Ben DuBose, News Editor with AMPP Publications, to explore the association’s latest efforts and intel related to materials sustainability.
Topics include what’s new within AMPP’s Sustainability Task Force; key takeaways and insights from the recently completed 2024 AMPP Annual Conference + Expo; and what they see on the horizon as AMPP ramps up its global outreach around this fast-paced growth topic.
2024-04-1727 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow Third-Party Coating Inspectors Add Value to ProjectsRyan Bingham, business development leader at third-party inspection services provider OMC International, LLC, shares his insight regarding the value that qualified coating inspectors can have within the industry.
Discussion topics on this episode include trends and common pain points from clients; how technologies and demands continue to evolve; the unique career arc of Bingham and the company; and areas where AMPP can help companies such as OMC achieve their goals while serving the association’s broader mission.
For more information, contact: OMC International, LLC, (281) 398-4281, www.omcintllc.com
2024-03-2634 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesCoatings in Spotlight at 2024 AMPP Annual Conference + ExpoGregory Muha, Director of Conferences, Exhibits, and Sponsorships, responds to frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding the 2024 AMPP Annual Conference + Expo.
Held from March 3-7 in New Orleans, discussion topics include what attendees can expect at the show; highlights of the 2024 schedule; feedback-based changes from previous years, including a greater emphasis on coatings content; and how the latest version of the conference serves the needs of membership and the broader industry.
2024-02-2637 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesThe Past, Present, and Future of Coatings TechnologyChris O’Brien, founder and president of Polymer Nation, and Michael Douglass, technical director, join a sponsored episode of the CoatingsPro Interview Series with insight on the evolution of coatings technologies. Topics include areas of growth and concern in the industry; common challenges that need to be overcome; which technologies could make the biggest jump in the years ahead; and the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on their business and the industry’s future.
For more information, contact: Polymer Nation, (847) 774-5038, www.polymernation.com
2024-02-1326 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow Infrastructure Insurance Affects ContractorsAs part of a new task force, the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) is bringing together stakeholders from a variety of roles to better understand the relationship that corrosion engineering systems have within the infrastructure insurance industry.
In this conversation, members involved with that task force—GPI’s Tony Serdenes, Nick Kuntz of Alliant Insurance Services, and David A. Scotti of Scotti Law Group—share their perspectives on challenges and best practices that could benefit those involved in designing, specifying, supplying, and performing those services, specifically as they relate to insurance and risk management.
The roun...
2024-02-0539 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesKey Takeaways from 2024 World of ConcreteStephanie Chizik, Editor-in-Chief of CoatingsPro Magazine, shares key takeaways and observations from the recently completed 2024 World of Concrete (WOC) show in Las Vegas. Topics include common feedback themes and areas of interest for exhibitors and attendees; year-over-year market changes; memorable WOC highlights; and an early look at marquee trade shows on tap for upcoming weeks.
2024-01-3129 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesThe Future of Workforce Development in Skilled TradesThis roundtable panel features Alan Thomas, CEO of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP); Dr. Rick Polanin, past president of the American Welding Society (AWS); and Ricky Morgan, past president of The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT).
Topics include the current state of workforce development, as well as common challenges encountered, innovative solutions, and initiatives where these associations can work together. Other discussion points are recent technological advancements within those industries; lessons learned from each panelist’s career journey; and the role of diversity and inclusion in building the workforce of the future.
2024-01-2246 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesCoatings Knowledge for Non-Coating Inspectors: Why It MattersOn April 30 and May 1 in Houston, AMPP is welcoming members and guests throughout the industry to the first Coatings for Non-Coating Inspectors conference. Jorge T. Reyna, conference chair and a certified inspector (JRSA Inspections) and instructor, explains the many benefits for attendees and how it all came to be.
Topics discussed include key challenges that non-coating inspectors often face; why a better understanding of coatings can enhance the overall effectiveness of non-coating inspectors; areas in which their roles are changing; and strategies to bridge the gap between traditional inspection practices and the specialized knowledge required to understand co...
2024-01-1616 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesDave Evans on AMPP’s Industrial Coating Application LaunchDave Evans, director of business development at AMPP, explains what the newly released Industrial Coating Application (ICA) program could mean for members and the industry at large. Topics include how and why the new program was developed; updated features and opportunities to address current marketplace needs; and how it could help shape AMPP’s future education and training offerings.
2023-12-1129 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesWells Bullard on PPE Trends in 2023 and BeyondIn this sponsored episode, Bullard CEO Wells Bullard looks ahead to the future of personal protective equipment (PPE) for the protective coatings industry and beyond.
The discussion spotlights her vision for the company and the importance of its family lineage and history; feedback from clients regarding marketplace needs; and industry trends and new technologies to watch for within the PPE space.
Other topics include a year-end review of Bullard’s 2023 and a preview of what’s to come in 2024, along with new developments and products within the company that will lead the way into the new...
2023-11-2122 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesAMPP’s Malaysia Chapter Hosts First Painters CompetitionOrganized by the AMPP Malaysia Chapter, the inaugural Malaysia Painters Competition 2023 was held in Teluk Kalung, Terengganu, Malaysia, on August 19.
With free registration, the event featured networking; opportunities to learn painting skills from peers; and sourcing for products, services, and the latest in cutting-edge technologies.
The event’s primary objective was to showcase the skills of Malaysian surface preparation and industrial painting craftworkers, and it ultimately brought out a crowd of nearly 100 people to witness some of Malaysia's finest industrial painters.
The competition took place with support from official Paint Sponsor, Hempel, as well...
2023-11-0134 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow Sustainability Could Shape AMPP’s FutureIn a panel discussion, AMPP members Cal Chapman (Chapman Engineering) and Sandy Williamson (Williamson Integrity Services) share perspective on what sustainability means to them and why it is so important to the coatings industry and beyond. Topics include ways in which sustainability is already being practiced in corrosion control; its impact on business; trends and new technologies to watch for; and expectations for the future.
The conversation also explores initiatives and opportunities to get involved at an association level, such as AMPP’s Sustainability Task Force; a technical community of interest (TCI) on materials sustainability; and a Su...
2023-10-1936 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesSustainable Solutions for the Built EnvironmentJob Coenen, AkzoNobel’s sustainability program manager and a strategic global corporate advisory board member of the World Green Building Council, explains how sustainable solutions for the built environment can combat the challenges of producing more green buildings. Discussion topics include the role of circularity in product development; science-based targets and goals; and how new technologies can help the cause.
2023-09-2925 minCoatingsPro Interview Series2024 Contractor Awards: FAQs and Why to NominateStephanie Chizik, Editor-in-Chief of CoatingsPro Magazine, joins Ben DuBose, News Editor with AMPP Publications, to discuss CoatingsPro’s annual Contractor Awards. With the 2024 nomination window open now and extending through Oct. 31, 2023, the conversation addresses many frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the program, along with reasons to get involved and potential perks for winners.
2023-09-1421 minCoatingsPro Interview Series62Archer’s Eric Nenninger Finds Value in Coatings EducationBased near St. Louis, Mo., Eric Nenninger is a founding partner of 62Archer Inspection and Consulting and a member of CoatingsPro Magazine’s 2023 Editorial Advisory Group. In all, Nenninger has served the industrial coatings field for close to 20 years.
Having worked for application companies, paint manufacturers, and inspection firms, Nenninger has a broad knowledge of the industry. He is a NACE Level 3 coating inspector and a member of the Association of Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), and he was chairman of his local NACE chapter for many years.
As part of this “member profile” interview, Nenning...
2023-09-0730 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesWhat OSHA’s New PPE Rule Means for ContractorsThe U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) recently proposed a new rule for the construction industry that explicitly requires properly fitted personal protective equipment (PPE). While OSHA currently requires construction employers to provide and maintain PPE, this would be the first time it instructs employers to provide PPE that actually fits each employee.
Joe Brandel, business development manager at helmet-based safety company Mips, joins our podcast to discuss the proposed OSHA ruling and the importance of safe PPE usage. During the episode, Brandel shares insight on why many traditional hard hats may be failing in...
2023-08-2315 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesUsing Graphene and Nanomaterials in the Coatings MarketAlexandre Correa, CEO of Gerdau Graphene, shares his perspective on the past, present, and future of nanomaterials and graphene in the coatings market. Topics include possible improvements in technical performance; overcoming challenges such as scale; potential changes for applicators; and future priorities for the company.
2023-08-0927 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesDeFelsko’s Michael Beamish Focused on Innovation, SustainabilityDeFelsko Corp., a leading U.S. manufacturer of coating thickness gages and inspection instruments, is a multi-generational, family-owned company that has supplied simple, durable, and accurate instruments to the global coatings industry since 1965.
Since 2019, Michael Beamish has served as vice president and general manager of the equipment provider. He has degrees in mechanical engineering and law with experience in the design, production, and marketing of these instruments in a variety of international industries, including industrial painting, quality inspection, and manufacturing.
In July 2023, Beamish began serving on the Board of Directors for the AMPP Global Center...
2023-07-2537 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesPPG’s Katie Chrobak Drives Digital Adoption in CoatingsKatie Chrobak, associate director of digital adoption for PPG’s architectural coatings business, explains our industry’s challenge of building appropriate digital solutions, tools, and platforms while simultaneously helping painters and professionals adopt those technologies. With a new PPG Paints app, the paints and coatings manufacturer is hoping to address those evolving user preferences.
2023-07-0621 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesMeet New AMPP CEO Alan ThomasAs of April 2023, Alan Thomas is now CEO of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), replacing Bob Chalker.
In this chat with Ben DuBose, AMPP’s News Editor, Thomas discusses his past career experience in coatings and the process leading to his appointment. Other topics include insight on his initial priorities as CEO; key takeaways from the recent AMPP Annual Conference + Expo; background on his leadership style and personality; and much more.
2023-05-3031 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesContractor Awards Profile: Ryan Amato of Amato PaintingRyan Amato, owner of Amato Painting and Lehigh Valley Epoxy Floors in Easton, Pa., chats with CoatingsPro Magazine after his company’s third-place win in the 2023 CoatingsPro Contractor Awards. Topics include lessons learned from that job and keys to success, along with insight on industry trends , feedback from the field, and workforce development strategies.
Amato also shares his company’s innovative approach to marketing and social media, which dovetails with their emphasis on diligent and detailed communication with clients, vendors, and beyond.
For more information, contact: Amato Painting, (484) 821-7112, www.ryanamatopainting.com
2023-05-0330 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesMember Profile: GPI’s Charles BrownCharles (Charlie) Brown, deputy director of coatings at Greenman-Pedersen, Inc., joins CoatingsPro Magazine’s “member profile” series with reflections on nearly 40 years in the industry. Topics include the evolution of coatings and market trends over that time; Brown’s advice for the next generation; and how associations such as AMPP, NACE International, and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings have bolstered his career.
2023-04-1328 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesPPG’s John Salvadore on Coatings Development TrendsJohn Salvadore, director of portfolio management at paints and coatings manufacturer PPG, joins the CoatingsPro Interview Series to discuss trends from the marketplace.
Topics discussed on this episode include the increasingly multi-functional nature of coatings and their technical properties; how manufacturers are developing new products to comply with sustainability standards; ways that suppliers and applicators can work together; and feedback from users in the field.
For more information, contact: PPG, (800) 441-9695, www.ppgpaints.com
2023-03-3019 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesSonny Arwood on Challenges and Opportunities in Roof CoatingsSonny Arwood, president and CEO of Ohio-based Fluid Applied Roofing, chats with CoatingsPro Magazine regarding key trends and market insights involving the roof coatings industry. With experience working as a contractor, manufacturer, and in growing his own business, Arwood shares a number of lessons learned from his distinguished career.
2023-02-2122 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesCarboline’s Jeremy Sukola on Water, Wastewater and BeyondJeremy Sukola, water and wastewater market manager at coatings, linings, and fireproofing manufacturer Carboline, joins our podcast to discuss key industry trends, feedback from the marketplace, and much more.
Discussion topics include lessons learned over Sukola’s distinguished career; education initiatives, technical development, and other resources available from Carboline to address market needs; advice for the next generation of coatings professionals; and how Sukola’s work as a NACE/AMPP education instructor has proven beneficial on many levels.
2023-02-0627 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesBrunno Batista Pushes for Progress in Roof CoatingsBrunno Batista, a worldwide brand ambassador and social media influencer, shares how the roofing industry has evolved over his decades in the business.
Topics include challenges and opportunities in the market; where the industry is going in the future; highlights from Batista’s career; why diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are critical; and how contractors and vendors can use social media to their advantage.
2023-01-2333 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesKeys to Success With Abrasive BlastingBrandon Acker, president of Titan Abrasive Systems, discusses key criteria for contractors and other users to consider as they evaluate blast media, blasting equipment, and other elements of the blasting process for surface preparation.
Topics include the purpose of abrasive blasting and its real-life application; why abrasive blasting is crucial the coatings application process, and how it can improve quality; how blasting equipment is used in the field; and much more.
2023-01-1628 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow Coatings Can Best Protect Vital Energy InfrastructureBased in Edmonton, Canada, Dr. Harry Tsaprailis is the protective coatings subject matter expert (SME) at energy infrastructure company Enbridge. In this member profile with CoatingsPro Magazine, “Harry T” shares his perspective on important industry priorities entering 2023, along with the role of AMPP in addressing those challenges and enhancing his career growth.
2022-12-2729 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesClark Branum on Handling Decorative ConcreteBased near Seattle, Wash., Clark Branum has become one of the most respected voices in the decorative concrete finishing industry as a result of four decades of exemplary work. He currently runs his own contract company, Advanced Concrete Coatings, while also serving as technical director for SUNDEK Products and as a decorative concrete specialist for the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC), where he functions as an industry liaison.
As part of an interview for CoatingsPro Magazine’s Concrete Supplement, which comes out in December 2022, Branum spoke with us about a number of lessons learned from his care...
2022-11-2133 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesCoating Concrete: Jay Allred, Rust-OleumIn this exclusive interview for CoatingsPro’s upcoming 2022 Concrete Supplement, Jay Allred — architect and engineering business specialist at Rust-Oleum — shares his perspective on recent industry trends and developments related to the coating of concrete substrates.
2022-11-0420 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesMalcolm McNeil on More Than a Half-Century in CoatingsMalcolm McNeil, owner and president of McNeil Coatings Consultants, Inc., recently joined our “member profile” podcast series for an exclusive interview. McNeil has been an industry mainstay since his original jobs at Sherwin-Williams and Glidden Paint Company in the 1950s and 1960s, and he broadened his scope as the years progressed by retiring to start his own consulting business and becoming a lead instructor for NACE International’s flagship Coating Inspector Program (CIP). Today, he also serves as Technical Editor for CoatingsPro Magazine.
To no surprise, McNeil picked up on quite a few tips and lessons learned over the years that cou...
2022-10-2621 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesKim Ray on AMPP’s EMERG ProgramKim Ray, Director of Pre-Professional and Young Professional Programs at AMPP, explains how the association’s EMERG program aims to bring more people into the materials protection industry.
Topics include the EMERG mission and its available programs and resources; ways in which AMPP members can be of assistance; how EMERG relates to current industry dynamics, such as the projected craftworker shortage; and upcoming events and opportunities.
2022-10-1023 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesDigital Transformation of the Global Corrosion, Coatings IndustriesJim Kunkle, Manager of Engineering Specifications for North America at AkzoNobel’s International Protective Coatings, joins our “member profile” series.
Topics include how the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the digital transformation of our industry; what changes may be temporary, and which appear to be more permanent; key technology trends to watch for over the next decade; and how industry companies and associations like AMPP can work together to meet the various challenges.
For more information, contact: James (Jim) Kunkle, james.kunkle@AkzoNobel.com, LinkedIn
2022-09-2834 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesPhil Scisciani on Nearly Four Decades in the Coatings IndustryPhil Scisciani, coating specialist and owner of Specialty Coatings & Consulting, Inc. in Pittsburgh, Pa., shares his advice, lessons learned, and feedback from the field after four decades in the industrial coatings market. Topics include industry trends and emerging technologies; memorable projects; workforce development challenges; and how associations like AMPP and its members can help.
2022-09-2142 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow This Denver Roofer Climbed to SuccessWith nearly a decade of specialized experience, Nicholas Bennett has gotten to know the Denver-area roofing market quite well. As time progressed, Bennett saw opportunities to expand, and he is now reaping the benefits as owner of Advanced Consulting (dba AC Inc Roofing).
In this podcast, Bennett shares several of his lessons learned and keys to success as a roof coatings contractor. He also discusses one of his team’s recent high-profile jobs at the Barclay Towers, which you can read more about in the September 2022 issue of CoatingsPro Magazine.
For more information, contact: Advanced Co...
2022-09-1422 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesAlison Kaelin on OSHA’s Proposed Changes to Lead StandardsCoatings industry leader and consultant Alison B. Kaelin (ABKaelin, LLC) joins us to discuss proposed changes to OSHA’s Lead Standards for General Industry and Construction.
Topics include the expected timeline and its implications for U.S. coatings professionals; what companies should be doing now to prepare; the role of engineering controls and new technologies (PPE, equipment, and materials) in the transition; and what industry organizations like AMPP and its members can do to help.
2022-08-1829 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesIntroducing New CoatingsPro Sales Rep Marian WelshMarian Welsh, Media Sales Specialist with AMPP Publications, joins our podcast to discuss her new role as a sales representative for CoatingsPro Magazine. Topics include Marian’s history in the protective coatings industry and opportunities with the new role; how CoatingsPro and potential advertisers can work together; industry trends and changes in media and publishing; and much more.
2022-08-0523 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesSam Navarro Targets Next Generation of CraftworkersSam Navarro, vice president of business development and marketing at industrial solutions provider IPC Industries, joins our ongoing “member profile” series at CoatingsPro Magazine.
Topics include industry trends and feedback; strategies for the future; what associations like AMPP, NACE, and SSPC have meant to Navarro’s career; and how he’s personally working with students in his local community to try and address a growing craftworker shortage in skilled trades.
For more information, contact: IPC, (409) 935-8800, www.ipcindustrieslp.com
2022-07-2627 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesMeet New CoatingsPro Editor Rebecca EmanuelsenRebecca Emanuelsen, Editor at CoatingsPro Magazine, joins Editor-in-Chief Stephanie Chizik and AMPP News Editor Ben DuBose for a roundtable discussion regarding her new role. Topics include the job scope and why Rebecca was the best fit; initial impressions; contact points for the broader industry; and what’s on the horizon for a fully staffed CoatingsPro moving forward.
2022-07-1821 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesFather-Son Duo Building Relationships and Beyond at GPIDanny Pelaez, coatings inspector at construction engineering company Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI), had an early introduction to the world of coatings and corrosion by visiting numerous jobsites as a child. The reason is that his father, Ramon Pelaez, is GPI’s New England coatings and corrosion manager!
Today, they work together at GPI. In this Father’s Day themed podcast, Danny and “Ray” reflect on their unique combination of family and business while sharing some lessons learned from their careers. Both men also explain how industry associations like AMPP have helped their careers thanks to education and networking opportun...
2022-06-2822 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesWarren Brand on the Alternative Response Method (ARM)Warren Brand, respected coatings industry consultant and longtime contributor to CoatingsPro Magazine, joins our podcast with information on his latest consulting company, the Alternative Response Method (ARM). Using specific tools and practices common to any endeavor in need of strategic thinking, ARM is designed to teach organizations and leaders about how to more intentionally approach their decisions, all while offering a proven framework for thinking and behaving differently when faced with options.
The ARM team is currently partnering with U.S. Air Force Pararescueman Senior Master Sgt. Derek Anderson, who played an important role in the miraculous 2018 rescue of 12 young athl...
2022-06-2127 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesWomen in Coatings: Yvonne Haley Leads by ExampleOur latest “member profile” podcast features an extended conversation with Yvonne Haley, president and founder of Commerce, Calif.-based Haley Industrial Coatings & Linings, Inc.
More than 40 years ago, Haley graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) with degrees in business and dance. She initially worked as a professional dancer, but, within a few short years, Haley went from dancing on floors to creating them! Soon after, she pulled off an even more impressive feat by starting her own business, which, at the time, was quite a rarity for a woman in the world of coatings contr...
2022-06-0954 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesAMPP Issues Updates to Coating Inspector ProgramTom Higginbotham, manager at PPG Industrial Coatings and chair of the AMPP Education Committee, explains the latest Coating Inspector Program (CIP) updates from the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP).
Topics include new features of the updated courses; feedback from members and others in the industry; how AMPP is addressing concerns related to the legacy NACE International and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings programs; and how people can learn more information about the CIP updates and/or get more involved.
2022-06-0325 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesBridging Gaps: Intech’s Brad Wilder Shares Keys to SuccessBased in Lexington, Kentucky, Intech Contracting, LLC performs inspection support and rehabilitation work for highway bridges, as well as structural steel fabrication and erection work, for commercial and industrial clients. For over a decade, a key player in their growth has been Brad Wilder, bridge painting division manager.
In this episode, Wilder shares advice and perspective on his road to success while outlining the role of organizations like AMPP in helping him achieve it.
2022-05-1119 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesCradle to Grave: How Holistic Thinking Helps ContractorsKevin Kipp, co-owner of Hardig Industrial Services, joins our podcast to reflect on his award-winning career and share some lessons learned for others in the industry. Topics include the evolution of the coatings field and how having a holistic understanding can help contractors; the role of industry associations, trade publications, and social media in Hardig’s success; advice for the next generation of coatings professionals; and much more.
2022-05-0222 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesKey Takeaways at First AMPP Annual Conference + ExpoLesley Martinez, manager of conferences at the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), shares her takeaways from the first AMPP Annual Conference + Expo.
Topics discussed on this episode include feedback, data, and lessons learned from the 2022 in-person event in San Antonio, Texas; information on the newly released virtual component; and key dates and highlights for the 2023 AMPP show in Denver, Colorado.
2022-04-2226 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesRobotics Trends in Protective Coatings ProjectsIn celebration of National Robotics Week, Robert Dahlstrom — founder and CEO of Apellix — joins us to discuss new trends in the aerial robotics market.
Topics on the podcast include recent developments in the industry and at Apellix; feedback from users in the field; workforce implications; and what the future looks like for using robotics across various phases of protective coatings projects.
2022-04-1327 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesKTA Leadership Looks Forward and BackThis “member profile” episode features Bill Corbett, chief operations officer at coatings and corrosion engineering and inspection firm KTA-Tator, Inc., and Pete Ault, incoming president.
As part of a new podcast with CoatingsPro Magazine, Corbett and Ault share insights on their time with the company and industry trends; perspectives on the merger of SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings and NACE International; and hopes for the future with the newly merged organization known as the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP).
2022-03-2830 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesBusiness Takes Flight for ‘Nonskid Guy’ Johnny SanchezBased in National City, Calif., just outside San Diego, Prime Time Coatings is a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) painting contractor whose owner and president, Johnny M. Sanchez, has helped provide coatings for the maritime sector since he was 19 years old. In 2017, he was the inaugural Contractor/Crew MVP winner of CoatingsPro’s Contractor Awards.
With nearly 30 years of valuable industry experience, Sanchez was recently awarded an assignment that he views as a “lifelong achievement” in the protective coatings industry: Working on an aircraft carrier flight deck for the U.S. Navy.
“It’s a big deal...
2022-03-1743 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesSherwin-Williams Uses Platform, Resources to Assist ContractorsJay Whitaker, technical services specialist, and Paul Trautmann, project development manager, are two experienced team members at Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine who offer plenty of protective coatings industry connections — and association ones, to boot.
In this “member profile” interview, Whitaker and Trautmann share insights on their time with the company and industry trends; perspectives on the merger of SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings and NACE International; and hopes for the future with the newly merged organization known as the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP).
2022-02-2832 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesAddressing the Worker Shortage in Skilled TradesMike Chambers, owner of Chambers Painting in Sellersburg, Indiana, went viral in December after a chance encounter with Mike Rowe, host of Discovery Channel’s Dirty Jobs. In a Facebook post, Rowe relayed many of Chambers’ hiring challenges, as well as his creative ideas to address a growing shortage of craftworkers for skilled trades.
In a new conversation with CoatingsPro Magazine, Chambers shares how that memorable experience has brought his company a new wave of workers. As part of the interview, Chambers also explores recent industry trends and explains ways that both individual contractors and policymakers can pote...
2022-02-0424 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow Industry Associations and Unions Can Work TogetherDistrict Council 57 of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT DC 57) is an organization of more than 2,500 members in Western Pennsylvania. Formed in 1997 as a council made of several local unions, its goal is to represent tradespeople in the region while helping them achieve careers with good wages, benefits, safety, and dignity in the workplace.
Andrew Croll, director of organizing at IUPAT DC 57, has found his affiliations with SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings and now AMPP quite helpful to both his career and the objectives of the union. In this podcast, Croll elaborates on...
2022-01-2522 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesWhat the U.S. Infrastructure Bill Means for Corrosion SpecialistsWith the landmark U.S. infrastructure bill recently being signed into law, we discuss its implications for corrosion and coatings professionals with Adam L. Christopher, manager of government relations at the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), and Dan Adley, recently retired CEO of engineering consultancy KTA-Tator, Inc.
Topics include a legislative outline of the bill and insight into some of its major topics; what the infrastructure legislation means for the corrosion and coatings industries as a whole; what AMPP members can do to prepare themselves; and where people should go to find out more information...
2022-01-2125 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesAMPP’s Bob Chalker Sees Evolution, Growth in Coatings IndustryBob Chalker, CEO of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), recently joined our special 20th anniversary podcast series at CoatingsPro Magazine.
Topics include the magazine’s evolution over the years and its outlook moving forward; changes and trends in the coatings industry over his time with NACE International and AMPP; priorities for the newly merged association and how it can benefit coatings contractors; and much more. Tune in!
2022-01-1128 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesKnow Your Niche: Induron’s Davies Hood Looks to the FutureDavies Hood, president and owner at Induron Protective Coatings, has worked in a leading executive role for the past decade. In this exclusive interview with CoatingsPro Magazine, Hood shares some of his insight on current industry trends and keys to Induron’s success; his perspective on the merger of SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings and NACE International; and some hopes for the future with the newly merged organization known as the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP).
2021-12-2823 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesRust-Oleum Manager Shares His Outlook, Lessons LearnedDavid O’Bryan Jr., technical services manager at Rust-Oleum, joins our “member profile” podcast series to share his experiences and key takeaways from decades in the protective coatings industry.
Topics include feedback from coatings contractors and recent technological trends; analysis of the skilled labor shortage and advice to industry newcomers; how industry associations have helped O’Bryan’s career and that of Rust-Oleum; and what he’d like to see from the newly formed Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP).
2021-11-2222 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesConcare’s Ron Puszynski on Coatings Industry Changes, TrendsRon Puszynski, president and co-founder of concrete protection and restoration company Concare, Inc., joins our podcast to discuss his career in the coatings industry and potential trends moving forward.
Topics include how the industry has evolved since the launch of Concare in the 1970s; new trends and technologies to watch for in the years ahead; analysis of workforce challenges and opportunities; and how CoatingsPro Magazine (now 20 years old!) has helped enable Concare’s success through the years.
2021-11-0927 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesLou Frank, Founder of CoatingsPro, Reflects on 20th AnniversaryLou Frank is currently the business development principle at Coatings for Industry, Inc. (CFI), but he's also known in the industry as the founder of CoatingsPro Magazine. With the magazine celebrating its 20-year anniversary in November 2021, Frank joins us to reflect on the remarkable journey of the past two decades, as well as where things could be headed over the next 20 years.
For more information on CoatingsPro's 20th anniversary, check out the November 2021 print issue.
2021-11-0131 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow Coatings Contractors Should Market Their BusinessMatt DiBara, owner of DiBara Masonry and founder of The Undercover Contractor, offers advice for how contractors can grow their business through effective marketing and communication strategies.
Topics include tips and tricks on how a contract company can stand out from its competitors; the role of websites and new digital tools; strategies to build trust with clients and general contractors; common mistakes and pitfalls; and much more.
2021-10-1322 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesMember Profile of Public Utilities Maintenance, Inc.Curt Hickcox, vice president of business development at New York-based Public Utilities Maintenance, Inc., joins our "member profile" podcast series to discuss his career in the corrosion industry.
Topics include corrosion mitigation strategies of the past, present, and future for electric transmission and distribution clients; the importance of contractor certifications and a commitment to safety; and how associations like SSPC, NACE, and AMPP can play key roles in career development and company growth.
2021-09-2030 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow Graco Sizes up Coatings Equipment TrendsNiles Hickman, global product marketing manager at Graco, joins our “member profile” series to share some of his company’s keys to success. Topics include feedback from contractors on needs and challenges in the field; how new coating technologies are changing the marketplace in 2021; potential equipment solutions from Graco; and the role of industry associations such as SSPC, NACE, and AMPP in moving careers forward.
2021-09-0720 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesMember Profile of Coatings Industry Veteran Warren BrandWarren Brand heads Chicago Corrosion Group, a leading vendor-neutral consultancy. In this podcast, he shares many of his personal keys to success, insights on the coatings industry, and perspective on the combination of NACE International and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings into the newly formed Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP).
In a successful career spanning more than four decades, Brand has owned an industrial tank lining and coating firm and has written dozens of blogs and technical articles in a variety of publications. Brand, who is a certified NACE Level 3 and The Society for...
2021-08-1727 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesKey Takeaways from the 2021 International Roofing ExpoStephanie Chizik, Editor-in-Chief of CoatingsPro Magazine, joins us from Las Vegas to share her experiences at the 2021 International Roofing Expo (IRE).
Topics include how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the outlook for roof coatings and companies in the field; challenges and opportunities with workforce development; how the industry is evolving with new roofing technologies; and all sorts of other important takeaways from this year’s conference and exhibits.
2021-08-1223 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesOverview of AMPP QP Contractor Accreditation ProgramsIn the debut episode of AMPPLIFY, Jim Kunkle and Dave Evans explore the new AMPP QP Accreditation Programs, featuring QP-1, QP-2, QP-3, QP-5, QP-6, QP-8, and QS-1. As part of the discussion, Kunkle and Evans analyze the potential benefits and implications for coatings contractors and asset owners.
2021-07-2836 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesMember Profile of Coatings Equipment Leader ElcometerJoe Walker, vice president and general manager of Elcometer Inc., joins our “member profile” series to share some of his company’s keys to success. Topics include Elcometer's journey as an equipment supplier to the coatings industry; strategies on how to train clients to best use their products; career highlights and expansion strategies; and much more.
Walker, who is an immediate past chair of AMPP, also shares his thoughts on the merger of NACE International and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings — led by what he sees as benefits and priorities for the combined association and industry moving f...
2021-07-1425 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesPossible Implications of Corrosion in the Champlain Towers CollapseCindy O'Malley, Chief Operations Officer and AMPP Global Center Executive Director, joins our podcast to discuss corrosion concerns in residential buildings and the possible implications of corrosion in the Champlain Towers collapse in Surfside, Florida, USA.
2021-07-1312 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesKeys to Success for Black Bear Coatings & ConcreteBlack Bear president and co-founder Justin Tousignant joins us to analyze a wide range of industry hot topics and trends. Discussion points include priorities for his company and the coatings industry; the importance of industry associations; the need for more internal training programs among contractors; career highlights and goals; and strategies to recruit, develop, and retain workforce talent.
2021-07-0724 minCoatingsPro Interview Series'The Perfect Wall' Inventor Calls to Up the GameRoy Schauffele, executive advisor to the ABAA Board and president and founder of Division 7 Solutions, Inc., has been in the air barrier industry for decades. His experiences and education have helped to improve the liquid-applied industry over the years, and he calls for people in the industry to work harder to up their game. To speak with Schauffele for more information about what was discussed in this episode, contact him at (210) 859-3749.
2021-06-2124 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesKey Takeaways from 2021 World of ConcreteStephanie Chizik, Editor-in-Chief of CoatingsPro Magazine, and Bree McCullough, Multimedia Specialist, join the podcast from Las Vegas to recap the 2021 World of Concrete trade show.
Topics include the return to in-person industry gatherings after COVID-19; standout exhibits and demonstrations; market trends and feedback; and much more.
2021-06-1030 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesHow AMPP Global Operations Is Handling the MergerKamal Taher, Director of Global Operations at AMPP, joins our podcast to explain how his department is helping members and customers around the world adjust to the combination of NACE International and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings.
Topics include common questions and feedback from members in different world regions; priorities in blending NIICAP and SSPC QP contractor accreditation programs; strategies to overcome concerns and objections; subject areas and markets for growth within corrosion control; and much more.
2021-06-0937 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesBridge Coatings Expert Shares His OutlookTony Serdenes, National Coatings Director at Gannett Fleming, has been in the bridge coatings industry since the ‘80s. As a provider of consulting services to Gannett’s inspectors and clients in the bridge and water/wastewater industries, he brings words of wisdom that can help with communication from all project stakeholders—from inspectors to contractors, of which he used to be one.
For more information, contact: Tony Serdenes, (410) 371-7056, aserdenes@gfnet.com
2021-06-0427 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesLessons Learned from a California Roofing StarGary Harvey is general manager of Wedge Roofing, a California-based company that has earned recognition at the CoatingsPro Contractor Awards for five straight years. In this episode, he discusses many of the keys to success for Wedge over his 25 years with the company, headlined by their most recent award-winning project (Mariners Landing).
Other topics include environmental trends and becoming a Green Roofing Contractor; unique coating considerations in the Bay Area near San Francisco; the importance of safety and training procedures for crews and personnel; advice for industry newcomers; and much more.
2021-05-3132 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesRoofing Expert Building School and CommunityHenry Staggs, roofing consultant with Preferred Roof Consultants of Arizona and Founder of the School of Roofing, wants to help the roofing community through safer practices, skilled labor, and more. He shares his ideas and how he’s working to make it happen through the School of Roofing — something his grandfather would be proud of!
For more information, contact: Henry Staggs, theschoolofroofing@gmail.com
2021-05-2626 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesCORROSION 2021 Recap, Upcoming Coatings Industry EventsLesley Martinez, Manager of Conferences at AMPP, joins our podcast to recap the recently completed CORROSION 2021 Virtual Conference & Expo. Martinez shares highlights from the show and lessons learned from the virtual experience, along with a preview of the upcoming transition to in-person events. She also offers an early look at the Coatings+ 2021 show and the first AMPP Annual Conference + Expo in March 2022.
2021-05-1423 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesInclusion and Diversity: How to Start and Why It MattersHaving a contracting company that continuously works on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging can make an internal impact for your company, as well as externally for your clients. Dr. Tiffany Reed, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) consultant for InclusionP365, shares examples of what this type of workplace can look like and how to get started on that hard work. For more information, contact: Dr. Reed, https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtiffanyreed/
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2021-05-0646 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesCoating NYC's Tribeca Bridge and BeyondAnthony Maracic, Vice President of Northeast Operations at Champion Painting Specialty Services Corp. (CPSSC), explains lessons learned from his company's recent project recoating the Tribeca Bridge in New York City (as featured in this CoatingsPro Magazine case study).
Maracic also shares highlights from his 40 years in the protective coatings industry, as well as tips and tricks for the next generation of coatings contractors.
2021-04-2822 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesLifelong Partnership Takes Roofing Company to Next LevelStella Amador joined German Duarte’s Florida Quality Roofing nearly 10 years ago. Over the past decade, the lifelong friends have created a partnership that has found success in south Florida by building relationships, giving back to their community, and doing what they say they’re going to do. Amador’s tips, tricks, and take on the roofing industry are worth a listen! You can also check out our most recent profile of their work in CoatingsPro Magazine.
For more information, contact: Stella Amador, stella@floridaqualityroofing.com; Roofing With a Purpose for the Boys and Girls Club of Browar...
2021-04-2325 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesNano Non-Skid Coating Solution for Offshore EnvironmentsDanos, Graco, and Tesla NanoCoatings recently worked together to develop a functional non-slip deck coating for offshore clients. Their work, which was profiled in Materials Performance (MP) magazine, explains how a coatings applicator was able to overcome many traditional challenges through the use of an innovative protective coatings pump design with a new single-coat carbon nanotube non-slip deck coat slurry.
In this episode, Danos' Scott Soto, Graco's John Lihwa, and Tesla's Joe Davis explore lessons learned from their collaboration, as well as future opportunities when using the system.
2021-04-1929 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesFrom Journeywoman to Business OwnerKimberley Robles, president and owner of Robles Concrete Design, joins the podcast to discuss about her experiences in coming up through the trades as a journeyman. Based on those experiences, she has some great insight on how the industry might be able to attract — and keep — quality people to help decrease the labor shortage. She also shares some challenges and opportunities she’s seen within the industry over the years.
In the episode, Kimberley mentions a Citi Foundation ad that she was featured in last year. Check that out here. You can also connect with her on LinkedI...
2021-04-0925 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesDigitalization Strategies for the Coatings IndustryRoss Boyd, founder and CEO of TruQC, joins our podcast to discuss the growing role of digitalization in the coatings industry. Topics include why it matters and how to start; tips to ensure a successful initiative; common questions and feedback from industry users; and much more.
For more information, check out his recent CoatingsPro article titled "Digitalization for the Coatings Industry."
2021-03-3120 minCoatingsPro Interview SeriesCoatings and Collision Repair Worlds CollideBrandon Eckenrode, director of development of Collision Repair Education Foundation, joins CoatingsPro to discuss the foundation’s goals, as well as overlaps within the coatings community. The organization works to support school programs across the United States, in this instance bringing coatings to help improve appearances and safety of the repair shops.
For more information, visit www.collisioneducationfoundation.org.
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AMPP Interview SeriesHow to Reap the Benefits of CoatingsPro's Contractor AwardsStephanie Chizik, Editor-in-Chief of CoatingsPro Magazine, joins Staff Writer Ben DuBose for this special preview of CoatingsPro's 2021 Contractor Awards. Topics include tips for making nominations stand out; tangible benefits in the industry for winners; information on the judging panel, deadlines, and categories; and much more.
For more information, visit coatingspromag.com/contractor-awards.
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