Episode 36: Ron Palmerick (AABCO Sheet Metal Company)
In the latest episode of Let's Talk Shop, Angie sits down with Ron Palmerick, Vice President of AABCO Sheet Metal Company. Angie and Ron discuss Ron's years in the industry, detailing his journey from the beginning to becoming an essential member of the SMACNA community. Ron takes a moment to share his years of experience in the industry, including his work in National Leadership (such as serving as SMACNA President), securing industry funds, and advocating on the political front for our industry.
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Episode 35 - SMACNA President Tom Martin
SMACNA President Tom Martin joins Angie Simon for the latest Let's Talk Shop episode! Angie and Tom talk about his upbringing and listen to his story about how he came through the industry and his inspiration to serve SMACNA. They also take a moment to talk about his priorities for the presidency and early observations about his term.
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Episode 34- Kevin Gill, Sr. and Kevin Gill, Jr. (McCusker-Gill)
Angie Simon is joined by Kevin Gill, Sr. and Kevin Gill Jr. from Boston-based McCusker-Gill. The panel talks about the history of the company, it's family-based approach and how the firm has evolved. The upcoming 2025 Fab Forum is also discussed as the Kevins talk about how excited they are to participate in this event and what SMACNA contractors should be excited about.
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Episode 33- A conversation with Jason Galoozis (Premistar)
Angie sits down with Jason Galoozis, Safety Director with Premistar. Angie and Jason talk about his rise through the industry as a safety professional and outline some of the best practices that companies can employ to ensure that everyone gets home safely.
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Episode 32- Chris Hronek (SMACNA Innovator of the Year Tweet/Garot Mechanical)
In this episode of Let's Talk Shop, Angie Simon chats with Chris Hronek of Tweet/Garot Mechanical and SMACNA's 2024 Innovator of the Year. Angie and Chris talk about his expierience with pushing the envelope with technological integration in a shop setting, and reflect on Chris' career path and how he got to where he is today.
SMACNA's first podcast is called Let’s Talk Shop with host Angie Simon, CEO of Western Allied Mechanical and SMACNA President. Angie has been a leader in the Bay Area construction industry for many years. Starting as a young 22 year old project manager in the late 80’s when there were very few women in construction, Angie is now CEO of an $80+ Million Mechanical contracting firm with over 220 people employed. She is a registered Professional Mechanical Engineer and has worked for Western Allied Mechanical (WAM) for 30+ years. Angie currently serves on SMACNA National’s board as the first ever women national President for SMACNA.
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