Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry

Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your products and services to top decision-makers. Secure your booth now to ensure your presence at this must-attend event for the wall and ceiling industry. For exhibitor information and to reserve your space, please visit the Exhibitor Information page. https://ow.ly/LGwt50UM7hv You'll Be in Good Company See who’s exhibiting and why you should be there, too! https://ow.ly/YWQ250UM7lY Spots are limited, so reserve yours today! #AWCI25 #BUILD25 #expo #tradeshow #construction #walls #ceilings

Are you looking for a unique way to promote your company/product/service? Consider donating to the #BUILD25 Silent Auction. If you have something in mind, it’s easy to participate! Just fill out this form with the details of your donation by March 15. https://ow.ly/SutM50UJNtK Your donations will be auctioned during the BUILD Celebration at BUILD25: AWCI's Convention + Expo (March 31-April 3) and proceeds from the silent auction will benefit the Foundation of the Wall and Ceiling Industry and its programs. Your generosity will make a meaningful impact while showcasing your company’s commitment to our community. #AWCI25 #BUILD25 #event #fundraising #tradeshow #construction #walls #ceilings

Join us in 1 hour as AWCI’s Safety and Health Committee presents the ins and outs of peer safety reviews. A panel of industry safety leaders will discuss the process, benefits and lessons learned from successful reviews conducted in 2024. Register here: https://ow.ly/FLre50UAyNT #AWCI25 #safety #webinar #education #construction #walls #ceilings

You’ve likely heard about employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) but are more familiar with other third-party options like selling to a larger competitor or private equity. But each year, an increasing number of construction and contractor owners choose an ESOP for their succession plan. Take a high-level look at this increasingly popular succession strategy in the January/February issue of Construction Dimensions: https://lnkd.in/gUkx4Y7B #AWCI25 #AWCIMedia #ESOP #successionplanning #construction #walls #ceilings

AWCI's Emerging Leaders Class of 2025 officially kicked off in Tampa, FL this week! Co-chairs for the emerging leaders committee, Travis Vap, Dan Wies and Mike Garcia along with AWCI CEO Michael Stark, CAE, IOM were in attendance leading our class of 20 people.   Day 1 started with opening remarks, ice breaker activities, interactive team-building and a guided discussion. Scott Kimpland of FMI spoke about the characteristics of successful specialty contractors, followed by an open discussion and Q&A.   Day 2, the group discussed leadership challenges, sharing personal leadership insights and got an introduction to the 12-week program from Stagen on personal development and leadership.   The Stagen program is being sponsored by Trim-Tex and the Foundation of the Wall and Ceiling Industry. The 12-week course combines video-based teaching, detailed course guide and group discussions. The courses and group discussions will be led by Mike Garcia, who is a graduate of Stagen’s year-long leadership program. This program has amazing takeaways that each person can implement immediately in their personal and professional lives. We wish the 2025 Class success and growth in the Emerging Leaders Program! #AWCI25 #growth #leadership #nextgeneration #construction #walls #ceilings South Valley Wies Drywall and Construction Corp.

AWCI Contractor Members—Today is the last day to submit nominations! The nomination deadline for the AWCI Excellence in Construction Safety Awards is today. Please complete your application and click 'submit'. Visit the Safety Awards page on the AWCI website for full details: https://lnkd.in/gqgEVcCf #AWCI25 #safety #awards #construction #walls #ceilings

Join AWCI Media and CEMCO, LLC for our exclusive upcoming FREE webinar: Life Safety: Evolving Code and Compliant Solutions. Join on February 19 at 2 p.m. ET! Register today 👉 https://ow.ly/MwUs50UIEbA CEMCO will discuss recent IBC code changes affecting spread of the fire at an interior joint between a fire barrier and non-rated exterior wall such as a glass curtain wall. In addition to fire, sound continues to be a critical performance requirement. Find out how the code change can impact your scope of work. Further discussion will focus on cost effective, easy-to-install and code-compliant solutions to meet fire and sound requirements available to the industry. Register today!

As an AWCI member, you have access to exclusive partner discounts to support your business needs. Take advantage of these valuable savings opportunities, and you may even cover the cost of your membership with the discounts you receive! Explore a variety of professional services available through AWCI’s trusted affinity partners. These programs save you time and resources, allowing you to focus on what matters most—your customers. https://lnkd.in/g_cFUB7t #AWCI25 #memberdiscounts #construction #walls #ceilings

"Like many of you, I have been fortunate to know several individuals whose impact on our industry cannot be overstated. These leaders took bold risks to build their own companies, and today, their ventures are thriving. Through unwavering dedication, they’ve not only cultivated successful businesses but have also created opportunities for countless others." –Johnny Barnes, TriCoast Building Group https://lnkd.in/gmRQdGTN #AWCI25 #AWCIMedia #presidentsmessage #construction #walls #ceilings #legacy #leadership

AWCI Contractor Members—Time is running out! You have just three days left to submit your nomination for the AWCI Excellence in Construction Safety Awards. The deadline is Thursday, January 23. Visit the Safety Awards page on the AWCI website for full details about the nomination process. https://lnkd.in/gqgEVcCf #AWCI25 #safety #awards #construction #walls #ceilings