Pella-tively Speaking: A Look Into The Building Industry

This week, Matt chats with Ryan Triplett, Engineering Evaluation Specialist at Pella Corporation’s Design Assurance Laboratory. They discuss Ryan’s journey from plant quality operations into advanced testing, exploring how hands-on evaluation ensures lasting craftsmanship. Ryan breaks down extreme testing procedures, from accelerated weathering and hurricane impact simulations to pushing products past industry standards to learn from structural failure. Together, they highlight the innovative culture within Pella's internal labs and what it takes to build windows and doors engineered to withstand real-world conditions.

This week, Matt chats with Namaste Anderson, co-founder of Breast Cancer Recovery in Action (BRA), and Dr. Peyton Hosale, the organization’s new Executive Director. They share how BRA was born out of a critical pandemic-era need to provide comprehensive community, nutrition, fitness, and emotional wellness programs at no cost to survivors at every stage of their journey. The group highlights the powerful impact of BRA Buddies and full-circle peer mentorship, as well as the transition of leadership as the non-profit scales its reach across Middle Tennessee and beyond. Together, they emphasize the importance of early detection, holistic care, and building an uplifting network that fosters strength, resilience, and true joy.

This week, Ben chats with Xander Jackson, partner at Jackson Builders. They discuss Xander’s roots before he stepped into commercial project management at his father’s masonry company and eventually teamed up with his family to launch their own development firm. He shares the hurdles of navigating tight, high-density urban builds like 1208 Hawkins near The Gulch, how clear communication and third-party inspection reports keep punch lists and expectations on track, and what it takes to expand their footprint from Nashville into new markets like Chattanooga.

This week, Matt chats with Feliciá Pratt, founder of Pink Christmas, and Dr. Laura Lawson, breast cancer surgeon at the Nashville Breast Center. They discuss the origin and mission of Pink Christmas, honoring Feliciá’s mother through patient assistance, cancer research scholarships, and community encouragement. They explore their collaborative "Day of Diagnosis" initiative and Dr. Lawson’s unique perspective navigating breast cancer as both a surgeon and a survivor. Together, they highlight the importance of expanding awareness for both women and men, showing how simple gestures of kindness bring comfort when patients need it most.

This week, Shane chats with Brooks Bratten, Senior Content Manager & Beat Reporter for the Nashville Predators. They talk about what led Brooks to pursue his career with the Predators, the different promotions and events that keep hockey exciting for everyone, and what we have to look forward to in this upcoming season.Want to learn more about us? Check us out below:Website: https://www.pella.com/locations/nashville/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellanashville/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PellaWindowsAndDoorsOfNashville/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella-windows-and-doors-of-nashville/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PellaWindowsDoorsofNashville