Blogs

In our latest Building Connections episode, Mariel Attento, Chief Strategy Officer, sat down with Jonathan Slain, founder of Autobahn and author of Rock the Recession, to tackle one of the most transformative topics in the AEC industry today: Artificial Intelligence (AI). From strategy and talent to cybersecurity risks, Jonathan shares actionable insights for contractors, engineers, and decision-makers navigating this new frontier.

Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) testing are vital to the success and longevity of asphalt pavements. This article explores how proactive QC testing helps contractors detect mix or compaction issues before they become costly problems, while independent QA testing ensures fairness, compliance, and public trust. Together, QC and QA create a foundation for durable, cost-effective, and high-performing roads that stand the test of time.

In this powerful episode, Linas Vitkus, COO of Twining Inc., sits down with Janiele Maffei, Chief Mitigation Officer at the California Earthquake Authority, to discuss the urgent need for resilient residential construction and retrofitting in California.

In this episode of Building Connections, our Chief Strategy Officer Mariel Attento sits down with industry experts Mick Morrissey and Mark Goodale of Morrissey Goodale—leading management consultants in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) space. They explore the latest trends driving mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the AEC industry, share insights on what firms should prepare for, and discuss proven best practices for navigating change. Whether you're a firm leader, strategist, or industry professional, this conversation offers valuable takeaways to help you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.

Dr. Kit Miyamoto of Miyamoto International reveals the behind-the-scenes process of structural assessments, local collaboration, and rapid response that helps communities rebuild stronger. A must-watch for professionals in engineering, construction, and resilience planning.

In our second episode, In this episode, Rob Ryan, CEO talks with Ed Zarenski, a former building project estimator and now construction economics analyst. Ed speaks on major hot topics, which include the impact of our current tariff battle and the effects on construction supply chain issues, domestic products, labor, and inflation.