Rhode Island Builders Association News & Views Podcast

News, updates and information for members of the residential construction industry’s trade association in the Ocean State.

Episodes

RIBA News & Views Podcast #16 Contractor Development Program

March 9, 2024 • 14 mins

RIBA Professional Development Manager Bob Salvas joins RIBA CEO John Marcantonio on the podcast today to provide an overview of the wide-ranging educational opportunities offered. AUDIO LINK

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# 15 RIBA NEWS & VIEWS ”NAHB HAPPENINGS”

September 29, 2023 • 32 mins

Jim Tobin, new CEO of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) joins RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio and guest co-host Bob Baldwin for some lively give-and-take on top issues facing the residential construction industry. AUDIO LINK

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# 14 RIBA NEWS & VIEWS PODCAST ”CHANGES AT THE CRLB”

February 11, 2023 • 33 mins

Changes coming to the Rhode Island Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board in 2023 are the topics as host Paul Eno welcomes RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio, State Building Code Commissioner Jim Cambio and Dept. of Business Regulation Acting Deputy Director Matt Santacroce.AUDIO LINK

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#13 October 2022 The Jobs, Training and Recruiting of Building Officials

November 5, 2022 • 28 mins

Several code officials join co-hosts John Marcantonio and Paul Eno on the RIBA News & Views Podcast to talk about issues with building officials and inspectors, including an acute shortage, along with plans for a new training program based at RIBA. Appearing are Acting DBR Deputy Director Matthew Santacroce, Building Code Commissioner James Cambio, Warwick Building Official Alfred DeCorte, Narragansett Building Official Wayne Pimen...

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#12 - August 2022 - Member Benefits

September 17, 2022 • 27 mins

Host Paul Eno welcomes Executive Officer John Marcantonio, Membership Relations Manager Elise Geddes and Chuck Lowe of the Builders Insurance Group for an eye-opening discussion about what the Rhode Island Builders Association offers members, including a brand-new benefit. Audio Link

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#11 May 2022 Residential Appraisals

July 26, 2022 • 43 mins

Nationally recognized appraiser Susan Kelly joins our co-hosts to cue us in on the latest trends in residential appraisals, including energy-efficiency considerations, accessory dwelling units and Fortified Homes. AUDIO LINK

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#10 February 2022 - Jobsite Safety and What to Expect from OSHA in ’22

March 7, 2022 • 29 mins

February's podcast features Cheri Walton, President of the Risk & Safety Management Co., on the latest trends and enforcement targets of OSHA, and how to prepare for an inspection. Ms. Walton also provides crucial jobsite safety advice, especially as the COVID pandemic persists. AUDIO LINK

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#9 January 2022 - Women in Residential Construction and their Work in RIBA

January 18, 2022 • 29 mins

RIBA Professional Women in Building Council (PWB) President Linda Bohmbach and Vice President Jackie Pagel join co-hosts Paul Eno and Monica Cummings for an eye-opening look at women in the residential construction industry today, and the critical role of PWB in RIBA. AUDIO: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/riba-podcast-9. DOWNLOAD: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/48349284/download.mp3

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#8 November 18, 2021 - Coming Changes to the Rhode Island Codes, and the Code Process

December 2, 2021 • 30 mins

DBR's Julietta Georgakis and state Building Code Commissioner James Cambio join us to talk about revisions to the state codes that take effect February 1, and about how the code process works. The hiring and training of building officials also feature in the discussion. AUDIO: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/riba-ep-8-with-promo-spot. DOWNLOAD: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/47762499/download.mp3

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#7 April 29, 2021 - Getting Outlaw Contractors Out of the Rhode Island Market

May 18, 2021 • 36 mins

Why the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board (CRLB) exists, how it works, and the new - tough - enforcement tools it now has. It's all on the docket as host Paul Eno and RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio welcome DBR Deputy Director Julietta Georgakis and State Building Code Commissioner James Cambio. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/riba-ep-7-now-with-teeth

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#6 November 29, 2020 - Executive Officer John Marcantonio on What RIBA is Doing for Members

November 22, 2020 • 28 mins

As residential building and remodeling boom amid the ongoing pandemic, the Rhode Island Builders Association is working full-tilt for members. From participating in COVID guildeline planning with state leaders, to serving as a key education and information resource, to providing trade training for the industry's future workforce, the association is front and center. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/6-november-29-...

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#5: September 9, 2020 - ’Insurance from a Different Perspective…What You Need to Know

September 27, 2020 • 32 mins

Joyce Therrien and Chuck Lowe of the Builders Insurance Group join RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio and host Paul Eno for an eye-opening look at the ins and outs of insurance for residential builders, remodelers and the trades. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/riba-podast-ep-5-final

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#3: June 30, 2020 - RIBA Job Training for the Post-COVID Residential Construction Industry

July 2, 2020 • 28 mins

RIBA Workforce Development Committee Chairman Ron Caniglia and Director of Workforce Programs Cheryl Boyd join RIBA CEO John Marcantonio and host Paul Eno to share info on the many free job training programs the association offers as the industry adjusts to the "new normal." Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/riba-ep3-job-training-reduced

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#2 May 28, 2020 - COVID Update and the New Normal

May 28, 2020 • 23 mins

Dept. of Business Regulation Director Elizabeth Tanner and Deputy Director Julietta Georgiakis join RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio and host Paul Eno for an update on jobsite safety as the COVID-19 crisis continues, as Rhode Island reopens, and what to expect in the future. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/2-may-28-2020-covid-update-and-the-new-n

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#1 May 7, 2020 - COVID-19 Update for the RIBA Members

May 7, 2020 • 24 mins

In the first-ever RIBA News & Information podcast, host Paul Eno interviews RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio on the latest updates regarding the residential construction industry in Rhode Island and the COVID-19 safety rules and best practices. They also highlight the free classes and training members need in order to expand their skills and to prosper in dueing the crisis and afterward. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com...

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Rhode Island Builders Association News & Views Podcast

Episodes

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# 14 RIBA NEWS & VIEWS PODCAST ”CHANGES AT THE CRLB”

#13 October 2022 The Jobs, Training and Recruiting of Building Officials

#12 - August 2022 - Member Benefits

#11 May 2022 Residential Appraisals

#10 February 2022 - Jobsite Safety and What to Expect from OSHA in ’22

#9 January 2022 - Women in Residential Construction and their Work in RIBA

#8 November 18, 2021 - Coming Changes to the Rhode Island Codes, and the Code Process

#7 April 29, 2021 - Getting Outlaw Contractors Out of the Rhode Island Market

#6 November 29, 2020 - Executive Officer John Marcantonio on What RIBA is Doing for Members

#5: September 9, 2020 - ’Insurance from a Different Perspective…What You Need to Know

#3: June 30, 2020 - RIBA Job Training for the Post-COVID Residential Construction Industry

#2 May 28, 2020 - COVID Update and the New Normal

#1 May 7, 2020 - COVID-19 Update for the RIBA Members

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