Brad AdsitPros & Cons of Drawing Software from Industry Peers & What is Inventor for 3D CAD?
Brad
works as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop building products from the concept phase to launch. He specializes in technical product design, material properties, product line compatibility, manufacturability, and technical
training and support for sales. Brad studied Architecture at the University of Oregon and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Portland State University.
Ted AllenShowcasing the Features of Leica 3D Disto & ETemplate Measure Manager Software
With a background
in blacksmithing, Uriah Bueller is the founder and CEO of Parasoleil, whose sole vision is “to bridge art and environment to create places where people want to be.” He is best known for having developed the “Pattern Map” categorizing
200+ unique and engineered patterns for use in architecture for overhead shade, ceilings, privacy screening, public art, railings, wall cladding, and exterior building facades. Uriah has taken a simple art form and turned it into a
highly engineered product with an efficient, dependable manufacturing process with his team of project managers, architects, interior designers, fabricators, and engineers. By doing so, he has lowered the barriers to customizing architectural
products for both residential and commercial applications. His passion to teach others what he has learned in business leadership and in making a lasting impact for better neighborhoods fuels his ongoing engagement beyond the walls
of Parasoleil.
Terry Barrett Showcasing the Features of Leica 3D Disto & ETemplate Measure Manager Software
Roger
has been forging in his own smithy, Ephraim Forge, Inc., since 1974 and is now semi-retired. He served on the NEF Board of Trustees from 2006-2017 part of that time as Chair. He has served on the NOMMA Board of Directors 2017-2021.
Roger is a member of the Upper Midwest Chapter of NOMMA and served as an officer for many years. He was selected for the Clifford H. Brown Award in 2012 for his contributions to education and is the winner of a number of Top Job Awards.
He has presented at numerous METALfab conventions as well as teaching classes and seminars across the country.
Brian BestAre You Being An Ostrich About Cybersecurity?
Brian Best is the founder/CEO
at Best bSafe, making world-class cybersecurity easy and affordable for solo entrepreneurs and small businesses. Additionally Brian founded BestMacs, Kansas City's premier managed services provider focused on Apple products, now in
its 23rd year. He also founded Mac-MSP - now part of N-able, the global market leader in the delivery of IT Service Management solutions - providing support tools to IT service businesses worldwide. When not working, he enjoys time
with his wife and sons, judging BBQ competitions, watching Chiefs football, and driving his Tesla Model 3.
Doug BrackenFinishing Ornamental Metals
Since 1998, Doug has been the President of Wiemann Metalcraft
(founded 1940) an industry leader serving an international market with fine quality, custom cast, fabricated and wrought ornamental and architectural metal work from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Doug is a Past President of NOMMA, the National
Ornamental and Misc. Metals Association and received Frank A. Kozik Award for Volunteer Service to the Association. He received a bachelor’s degree in architecture from University of Southern California in 1990. He is a former board
member of the National Ornamental Metal Museum, Memphis, TN. Outside of owning a small business with his family, Doug enjoys travel, sailing, skiing and like most Okies, takes smoking and grilling seriously.
Christian DiFrancesco Different Approaches to Estimating & Scheduling Tips for Success
Roger has been forging in his own smithy, Ephraim Forge, Inc., since 1974 and is now semi-retired. He served on the NEF Board of Trustees from 2006-2017 part of that time as Chair. He has served on the NOMMA Board of Directors
2017-2021. Roger is a member of the Upper Midwest Chapter of NOMMA and served as an officer for many years. He was selected for the Clifford H. Brown Award in 2012 for his contributions to education and is the winner of a number of
Top Job Awards. He has presented at numerous METALfab conventions as well as teaching classes and seminars across the country.
Maciej JankowskiPros & Cons of Drawing Software from Industry Peers & Intro to 3D Modeling in Autocad
Since 1998, Doug has been the President of Wiemann Metalcraft (founded 1940) an industry leader serving an international market with fine quality, custom cast, fabricated and wrought ornamental and architectural metal work
from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Doug is a Past President of NOMMA, the National Ornamental and Misc. Metals Association and received Frank A. Kozik Award for Volunteer Service to the Association. He received a bachelor’s degree in architecture
from University of Southern California in 1990. He is a former board member of the National Ornamental Metal Museum, Memphis, TN. Outside of owning a small business with his family, Doug enjoys travel, sailing, skiing and like most
Okies, takes smoking and grilling seriously.
Kara JerdenScheduling Tips for Success
With a background in blacksmithing, Uriah Bueller is the founder and CEO
of Parasoleil, whose sole vision is “to bridge art and environment to create places where people want to be.” He is best known for having developed the “Pattern Map” categorizing 200+ unique and engineered patterns for use in architecture
for overhead shade, ceilings, privacy screening, public art, railings, wall cladding, and exterior building facades. Uriah has taken a simple art form and turned it into a highly engineered product with an efficient, dependable manufacturing
process with his team of project managers, architects, interior designers, fabricators, and engineers. By doing so, he has lowered the barriers to customizing architectural products for both residential and commercial applications.
His passion to teach others what he has learned in business leadership and in making a lasting impact for better neighborhoods fuels his ongoing engagement beyond the walls of Parasoleil.
Will Keeler Different Approaches to Estimating
Roger has been forging in his own smithy, Ephraim Forge,
Inc., since 1974 and is now semi-retired. He served on the NEF Board of Trustees from 2006-2017 part of that time as Chair. He has served on the NOMMA Board of Directors 2017-2021. Roger is a member of the Upper Midwest Chapter of
NOMMA and served as an officer for many years. He was selected for the Clifford H. Brown Award in 2012 for his contributions to education and is the winner of a number of Top Job Awards. He has presented at numerous METALfab conventions
as well as teaching classes and seminars across the country.
Mark KoenkeWhat You Need to Know About Contract Negotiation
Since 1998, Doug has
been the President of Wiemann Metalcraft (founded 1940) an industry leader serving an international market with fine quality, custom cast, fabricated and wrought ornamental and architectural metal work from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Doug is
a Past President of NOMMA, the National Ornamental and Misc. Metals Association and received Frank A. Kozik Award for Volunteer Service to the Association. He received a bachelor’s degree in architecture from University of Southern
California in 1990. He is a former board member of the National Ornamental Metal Museum, Memphis, TN. Outside of owning a small business with his family, Doug enjoys travel, sailing, skiing and like most Okies, takes smoking and grilling
seriously.
Elton MayfieldCreating Your Digital Marketing Plan
With a background in blacksmithing, Uriah Bueller
is the founder and CEO of Parasoleil, whose sole vision is “to bridge art and environment to create places where people want to be.” He is best known for having developed the “Pattern Map” categorizing 200+ unique and engineered patterns
for use in architecture for overhead shade, ceilings, privacy screening, public art, railings, wall cladding, and exterior building facades. Uriah has taken a simple art form and turned it into a highly engineered product with an efficient,
dependable manufacturing process with his team of project managers, architects, interior designers, fabricators, and engineers. By doing so, he has lowered the barriers to customizing architectural products for both residential and
commercial applications. His passion to teach others what he has learned in business leadership and in making a lasting impact for better neighborhoods fuels his ongoing engagement beyond the walls of Parasoleil.
Rob RolvesDifferent Approaches to Estimating & Scheduling Tips for Success
Since 1998, Doug has been the President of Wiemann Metalcraft (founded 1940) an industry leader serving an international market with fine quality, custom cast, fabricated and wrought ornamental and architectural metal work
from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Doug is a Past President of NOMMA, the National Ornamental and Misc. Metals Association and received Frank A. Kozik Award for Volunteer Service to the Association. He received a bachelor’s degree in architecture
from University of Southern California in 1990. He is a former board member of the National Ornamental Metal Museum, Memphis, TN. Outside of owning a small business with his family, Doug enjoys travel, sailing, skiing and like most
Okies, takes smoking and grilling seriously.
Daryl TegtmeierGenerations of Success
With a background in blacksmithing,
Uriah Bueller is the founder and CEO of Parasoleil, whose sole vision is “to bridge art and environment to create places where people want to be.” He is best known for having developed the “Pattern Map” categorizing 200+ unique and
engineered patterns for use in architecture for overhead shade, ceilings, privacy screening, public art, railings, wall cladding, and exterior building facades. Uriah has taken a simple art form and turned it into a highly engineered
product with an efficient, dependable manufacturing process with his team of project managers, architects, interior designers, fabricators, and engineers. By doing so, he has lowered the barriers to customizing architectural products
for both residential and commercial applications. His passion to teach others what he has learned in business leadership and in making a lasting impact for better neighborhoods fuels his ongoing engagement beyond the walls of Parasoleil.
Mark Whalen Pros & Cons of Drawing Software from Industry Peers
Mark earned
a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech in 2002 and an M.B.A. from James Madison University in 2017. Following his undergraduate work, he worked 3 years as Quality Network Strategy Team Methods Analyst for General Motors
and as a supervisor of one of their Bulk Distribution Centers. Mark began as a project manager at Shickel in 2006 and became the Manager of Engineering in early 2017. During his time at Shickel, he has managed many different types
of projects from complex pharmaceutical equipment to large monumental stairs and everything in between. In his time away from Shickel he enjoys dogs, craft beer, darts, and following his favorite sports teams: the Hokies, Baltimore
Orioles and Pittsburgh Steelers.
Mike Workman What You Need to Know About Contract Negotiation
Roger has been forging
in his own smithy, Ephraim Forge, Inc., since 1974 and is now semi-retired. He served on the NEF Board of Trustees from 2006-2017 part of that time as Chair. He has served on the NOMMA Board of Directors 2017-2021. Roger is a member
of the Upper Midwest Chapter of NOMMA and served as an officer for many years. He was selected for the Clifford H. Brown Award in 2012 for his contributions to education and is the winner of a number of Top Job Awards. He has presented
at numerous METALfab conventions as well as teaching classes and seminars across the country.
Grant YorkWhat You Need to Know About Contract Negotiation
Since 1998, Doug has been
the President of Wiemann Metalcraft (founded 1940) an industry leader serving an international market with fine quality, custom cast, fabricated and wrought ornamental and architectural metal work from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Doug is a Past
President of NOMMA, the National Ornamental and Misc. Metals Association and received Frank A. Kozik Award for Volunteer Service to the Association. He received a bachelor’s degree in architecture from University of Southern California
in 1990. He is a former board member of the National Ornamental Metal Museum, Memphis, TN. Outside of owning a small business with his family, Doug enjoys travel, sailing, skiing and like most Okies, takes smoking and grilling seriously.
Alejandra ZeledonCable Railing: Stainless Steel Wire Rope as an Infill for Guards
Alejandra Zeledon is Feeney's National Training Director responsible for corporate, field, and CEU programs. She provides technical instruction in material selection, frame construction, and product installation to architects,
retailers, designers, installers, and the Feeney sales team. Alejandra has extensive multi-industry experience in corporate training and holds a Master of Science in Communication from Regis College in Massachusetts.
Tom Zuzik, Jr. Correcting Project Flaws with Code Compliance Before It's a Problem & Common Fabricator Mistakes for Ramps, Stairs, Handrails, and Guards in the Field
Tom Zuzik has been active in the railing industry for over 25 years. He has been active in the building code and standards arenas since the mid-90s. Tome was an active member of the NOMMA Technical Committee and was instrumental
in the removal of the Ladder Effect from the I-Codes. He was the lead NOMMA Technical Committee's (CTC) review and oversaw NOMMA's NEF Study of Climbable Guards. He has authored several adopted code changes including the IRC Infill
Load Requirement, ICC 4-3/8" spacing on stairs, and the IRC exception for landing depth on balconies. His successes have been a great benefit to the metal industry for handrail, guards, stairs, and ramps. Tom is a past recipient of
NOMMA's Frank Kozik Award, the Julius Blum Award, and the Cliff Brown Award. He presently is president of RailingCodes.com, which provides project review, code consulting and detailing services. Concurrently, he represents NOMMA at
code hearings and fields code questions for NOMMA members.
