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Concrete Credentials is a podcast by the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA), Build With Strength, and Pave Ahead. Hosted by NRMCA Executive Vice President Gregg Lewis, AIA, LEED AP, the podcast will feature experts from the design, development, construction, and other sectors in an effort to educate listeners on the benefits of utilizing concrete.
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In this episode, we are joined by Andrea Hektor, senior structural engineer at BIG Architects. We discuss BIG's new headquarters, located in Copenhagen, which is built with concrete. Hear why concrete was the material of choice for this innovative structure.
In honor of National Medal of Honor Day, Chris Cassidy, President and CEO of the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation, joined guest host Gary Mullings to discuss the National Medal of Honor Museum. The museum is under construction in Arlington, TX and is built using concrete from NRMCA member Martin Marietta. Join us for a discussion on this innovative and inspiring project!
On Season 4 Episode 7 of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guests Leah Ellis and Brandon Williams of Sublime Systems. This episode explores Sublime Systems' breakthrough process to produce low-carbon cement by removing the carbon dioxide from the cement making process.
1On Season 4 Episode 4 of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guest Rachely Rotem to discuss architectural theory when designing concrete structures.
On Season 4 Episode 2 of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guests Joe Sheehy and John Mead to discuss the concrete industry's commitment to reaching net zero and the recent Tacoma/Pierce County Habitat for Humanity build. This discussion explores the concrete industry's role in providing resilient and sustainable construction solutions.
On the Season 4 premier of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guests Yasemin Kologlu and Eric Long from Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The firm has been responsible for some of the most significant architectural and engineering achievements in modern history. In their conversation, Yasemin and Eric discuss the work they and their colleagues at SOM are doing to transform the industry's response to the climate crisis. This discussion explores the growing role architects, engineers, and other industry professionals have in researching and executing on sustainability goals and initiatives in the construction industry.
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guest Scott Parson , former NRMCA Chairman and current President at CRH Americas. In their conversation, Scott Parson addresses the importance of mental health initiatives in the workplace. He also delves into the importance of initiatives that prioritize workforce recruitment and retention.
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guest Tim Becken, former NRMCA Chairman and Current Senior Vice President at Cemstone. In their conversation, Tim Becken addresses the importance of sustainability initiatives within the industry and means for the industry to reduce its environmental impact. He also delves into how the pace of technology will change the trajectory of the industry in the next decade. Tune into this exciting discussion to learn more!
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guest Allen Hamblen, former NRMCA and PCA Chairman and the current President and CEO of CalPortland. In their conversation, Allen Hamblen delves into how CalPortland has been a leader in driving sustainability initiatives for decades and ways to prioritize creating a carbon neutral future. Hamblen also discusses the importance of company leadership being actively involved in any association they are a part of. Tune in to learn more!
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guest John Carew, former NRMCA chairman and the current President at Carew Concrete & Supply Co., Inc. In their conversation, John discusses a range of topics including industry trends, the value of being an active NRCMA member, and how an “average concrete producer” can be a part of federal advocacy. Carew also touches on the how the national employee shortage issue affects the industry. Tune in to learn more!
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guest Henry Batten, former NRMCA chairman and President of the Concrete Supply Company. In their conversation, Henry shares key insight on the value of NRMCA’s education courses, performance benchmarking survey, and various other services. Henry also shares what active engagement within the association means to him and important takeaways from his time at NRMCA. Tune in to this exciting discussion to learn more!
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guest Tyler Ley, who was named one of the Most Influential People in the Concrete Industry by Concrete Construction Magazine in 2019. In their conversation, Tyler shares key insight on his practical experience in the fields of structural and concrete materials engineering. This exciting discussion touches on several topics, such as the benefits of concrete as a building material and innovation that surrounds all things concrete!
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guest Jerry Howard, President and CEO of the National Association of Home Builders . In their conversation, Jerry shares key insight on how to respond to rising housing costs, subjects to look forward to at upcoming conferences, and his economic outlook for the remainder of 2022 and 2023. This riveting discussion also highlights the importance of affordability and resilience in the building industry.
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guest Lakisha Ann Woods, Executive Vice President and CEO at the American Institute of Architects. In their conversation, Lakisha offers insight on the importance of equity and diversity in the building industry. They also discuss advancing solutions in the sustainability space and addressing resilience issues.
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by Chief Butch Browning, State Fire Marshal of Louisiana since 2008. Chief Browning has spent the last 34 years of his career in fire safety and has been an instrumental leader in modernizing Louisiana’s fire safety systems and training programs. During their conversation, Gregg and Chief Browning discuss Chief Browning’s career, his concerns for Louisiana as it relates to fire safety, the importance of building codes and standards in minimizing fire hazards, and the need to construct resilient buildings with non-combustible materials to protect against fires in the future.
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by guest Darrin Borgschatz, General Manager over the Arizona Ready Mix District for Martin Marietta. In their conversation, Darrin offers insight into what the industry can offer to individuals willing to be part of a team as they create some of the most important buildings and infrastructure projects around the world. They discuss the essential role concrete delivery professionals play in the larger ecosystem of the concrete industry and in their own local communities.
On this episode of Concrete Credentials, Gregg is joined by Matt Morris, Senior Instructor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Matt shares with us his personal experience of losing his family’s home in Boulder, as well as thousands of other Colorado residents, to a destructive wildfire in early 2022. Gregg and Matt discuss the wildfire’s impact on Matt’s perspective on construction strategies, how Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) play a role in building non-combustible structures, and how to plan for safer homes in the future.
For this episode, Gregg sits down with Jerry Reimer, Founder and President of Urban Waters Development. They discuss his background in international consulting, and discuss how that has translated to a passion for equitable, sustainable community housing. They talk about the role of concrete in developing accessible, dependable homes, and Jerry explains his reasoning behind using ICFs in his upcoming projects.
For this episode, Gregg sits down with former President and CEO of the U.S. Green Building Council Mahesh Ramanujam. Mahesh is a thought leader in green building standards and environmental sustainability. He discusses his background, his process developing the LEED certification and the future of sustainable concrete construction and how it will help countries achieve their ESG goals.
For this episode, Gregg sits down with Senator Paul Feeney and Representative Dan Donahue of the Massachusetts State Legislature. The group discussed H.2449 and S.1589 — An Act Relative to Safe Building Materials which would strengthen the building code and promote the use of non-combustible materials for a safer, more sustainable, and cost effective infrastructure in MA.
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