The Building with Metal Podcast – Presented by McElroy Metal
Welcome to The Building with Metal Podcast, presented by McElroy Metal. Whether you're a contractor, architect, designer, or building owner, we're here to help you build better with metal. This is your source for insights and tips on metal roofing, metal walls, and metal building construction.
All Episodes
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Episode 66 - Are Women in Construction a Fad or the Future? With Rita Brown, NAWIC
The construction industry is evolving, and organizations like the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) are helping shape its future. In this episode of Building with Metal, we sit down with Rita to discuss NAWIC's nearly 70-year legacy of supporting construction professionals through education, leadership development, networking, and workforce advocacy. Whether you're a contractor, architect, manufacturer, engineer, or simply interested in the future of construction, this conversation offers valuable insights into building stronger teams, developing the next generation of leaders, and creating a more resilient industry.
Episode 65 - Modular Construction: Building Faster Without Compromising Quality with Debbie Erives
Construction projects are under more pressure than ever. Skilled labor shortages, unpredictable weather, rising costs, and compressed schedules are forcing owners and contractors to rethink how buildings are delivered. In this episode, we're joined by Debbie Erives, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at RDI Enclosures, to explore how modular construction is helping manufacturers, municipalities, and industrial facilities complete projects faster without sacrificing quality. Whether you're an architect, contractor, facility manager, or building owner, this episode offers practical insights into one of the fastest-growing trends in commercial construction.
Episode 64 - AI Marketing: How to Become the Company AI Recommends with Todd Hockenberry
Artificial intelligence is changing the way customers search for information, evaluate products, and make purchasing decisions. But what does that mean for your marketing strategy? In this episode, we're joined by Todd Hockenberry to discuss how AI is reshaping search, content creation, and digital marketing. We break down the differences between SEO, AEO, and GEO, explore how companies can become trusted sources that AI recommends, and discuss what marketing teams should be doing today to prepare for the future. Whether you're a marketing professional, business owner, or sales leader, this episode provides practical insights to help your organization stay visible and competitive in an AI-driven world.
Episode 63 - What Separates a Good Metal Roof Installation from a Great One? With Lane Osbon
A metal roof can be designed correctly, manufactured correctly, and delivered correctly—but if it's not installed correctly, none of that matters. In this episode of Building with Metal, we sit down with McElroy Metal's Weather-Tightness Warranty team to discuss what separates a good metal roof installation from a great one. From contractor training and roof inspections to common installation mistakes and warranty requirements, we explore the critical role proper installation plays in long-term roof performance. Whether you're a contractor, architect, consultant, or building owner, this episode offers practical insights into delivering metal roofing systems that perform as intended for decades.