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Richard Olguin on Gates & Sons’ Construction Products

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How does the integration of industry-specific products and methods into vocational education impact the preparedness of students entering the construction workforce? In an insightful interview, Jim Huscroft, the President of Gates & Sons, speaks with Richard Olguin, a Project Manager at Baca Construction, about Olguin’s experience incorporating Gates’s construction products into the building construction…

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The Importance of Trades Education

How does the hands-on approach in trades education, particularly in carpentry, prepare students for the evolving demands of the construction industry? The Associate Professor of Carpentry at Hawai’i Community College shares insights from their two-year vocational program, emphasizing the comprehensive training in residential carpentry, from traditional skills like building wooden windows and doors to…

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Gates & Sons Training Programs

How do vocational training and career development in the construction industry reflect workers’ changing needs and opportunities? In a conversation about Gates & Sons Training Programs, Don Valdez, the National Retail Sales Manager at Gates & Sons, discusses with company President Jim Huscroft the broad spectrum of training initiatives they’ve been implementing, especially highlighting…

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Gates & Sons’ Construction Products Undergo Rigorous Reviews For Best Quality Performance

The integrity of building materials and construction products in general, can dictate the success or failure of large construction projects. It’s also crucial for companies to prioritize quality from the ground up. As consumers, we often only see the final product, unaware of the meticulous checks and balances behind the scenes that ensure our safety…

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Commercial Projects Management with Lorin Bivens

National Sales Manager for Gates & Sons, Lorin Bivens, explains the steps Gates & Sons takes to build successful projects in the commercial sector.

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Jeff Drobny Discusses Everything Product Development | Concrete Facts

Jeff Drobny, Director of Marketing and Product Development, explains Gates & Sons unique development process for safety and usability. KEY POINTS: 1. Safety is a number one focus across many industries. 2. Gates & Sons listens to advice from end users to help improve products. 3. There is a rigorous quality control system in…

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Greenland Energy Company Is Leading Responsible Oil Development in Greenland’s Jameson Land Basin
October 30, 2025

The global conversation around oil is evolving—shaped by the forces of energy transition, geopolitical tension, and accelerating technology. Even as the world races toward decarbonization, demand for reliable, dispatchable energy continues to climb. Oil and gas together still supply just over half of global primary energy, underscoring their enduring role in the world’s power…

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How Luxury Resale Became Big Business: Inside Fashionphile’s Playbook
October 30, 2025

Luxury retail is in the midst of a reinvention. Circular fashion has moved from trend to transformation, reshaping how consumers perceive value, ownership, and access. According to the 2025 BCG × Vestiaire Collective Resale Report, the secondhand fashion and luxury market now totals $210 to $220 billion globally and is projected to reach $320…

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The Power of Reinvention: How Debbie Crouse Crafted a Career Across Industries
October 29, 2025

As the modern workforce continues to evolve, conversations around balance, fulfillment, and flexibility are taking center stage. With hybrid work redefining expectations and career paths becoming less linear, professionals are asking deeper questions about what “success” really means. According to Gallup’s latest data, only 31% of U.S. employees were engaged at work in…

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Coaching Away the Imposter Voice: Transforming Self-Doubt into Self-Acceptance
October 28, 2025

Authenticity isn’t about perfection — it’s about having the courage to show up as your true self, even when self-doubt creeps in. Many of us wrestle with imposter syndrome, people-pleasing, and the fear of being seen, but real growth happens when we embrace vulnerability and learn to trust our own voice. By letting go of…

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