
From the Fabricator Podcast for Glass & Glazing Pros
by Max Perilstein
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From the Fabricator! S6E10 Lakisha Woods, National Glass Association NGA
Jun 27, 2026
38m 07s
From the Fabricator! S6E9 Tom Culp (Birch Point & NGA Consultant) Jamie Kernohan (Glass Guru)
Jun 13, 2026
1h 05m 12s
From the Fabricator! S6E8 Randy Brooks (Gardner/Walker) Jared Ruggieri (Spectrum Metal Finishing)
May 23, 2026
1h 07m 55s
From the Fabricator! S6E7 Jason Epps (USBP/Quikserv) & JJ Derman (NovaTech Wall Systems)
May 2, 2026
54m 46s
From the Fabricator! S6E6 Scott Kennett (NACC), Nicolas Esquivel (CDC), Pat O'Connor (Symposium) & Abbie Legara (Aluminum & Glazing)
Apr 11, 2026
1h 20m 51s
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| 6/27/26 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S6E10 Lakisha Woods, National Glass Association NGA | I’ve got a special new episode of “From the Fabricator” this time out. A special solo guest episode with Lakisha Woods, President & CEO of the National Glass Association (NGA). Lakisha has been in office for almost a year, and I thought timing-wise, it was the perfect opportunity to catch up with her, see how the year has gone, get her impressions of our space, and find out some of the new stuff coming down the road… and there is a lot! All of that and more, as lots of topics are co... | 38m 07s | ||||||
| 6/13/26 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S6E9 Tom Culp (Birch Point & NGA Consultant) Jamie Kernohan (Glass Guru) | A new episode of the “From the Fabricator” podcast is now up! This time out was a very cool mix with the guests, and it had tons of helpful notes. I lead off with Tom Culp, consultant extraordinaire and one of the key cogs of the NGA Technical Super Hero team (led by the incredible Urmilla Sowell, and featuring a crew of folks who care deeply for the good of our industry: Thom Zaremba, Nick Resatar, Karen Wegert, Georgia Oehler, and Amber Johnson). Tom covered a ton of the t... | 1h 05m 12s | ||||||
| 5/23/26 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S6E8 Randy Brooks (Gardner/Walker) Jared Ruggieri (Spectrum Metal Finishing)✨ | businessglass industry+3 | Randy BrooksJared Ruggieri | Gardner Glass/Walker GlassSpectrum Metal Finishing | — | glassglazing+3 | — | 1h 07m 55s | |
| 5/2/26 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S6E7 Jason Epps (USBP/Quikserv) & JJ Derman (NovaTech Wall Systems)✨ | company cultureindustry insights+3 | Jason EppsJJ Derman | Specialty Fenestration GroupQuikserv+2 | — | Jason EppsJJ Derman+3 | — | 54m 46s | |
| 4/11/26 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S6E6 Scott Kennett (NACC), Nicolas Esquivel (CDC), Pat O'Connor (Symposium) & Abbie Legara (Aluminum & Glazing)✨ | certificationlicensing+4 | Scott KennettNicolas Esquivel+2 | AMS/NACC/AGMTCDC | — | certificationlicensing+5 | — | 1h 20m 51s | |
| 3/21/26 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S6E5 Danny Donahue (FHC) & Christina Elia/Shannon McKinney (Shower Door Pros Co Op)✨ | shower doorsbusiness insights+3 | Danny DonahueChristina Elia+1 | FHCShower Door Pros Co Op | — | shower doorsFHC+4 | — | 1h 06m 44s | |
| 2/21/26 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S6E4 Jon Kimberlain (Dow) & Nick St Denis (KMR Research)✨ | glass industryunitizing+3 | Jon KimberlainNick St Denis | DowKMR Research | — | glass industryunitizing+5 | — | 1h 05m 26s | |
| 2/7/26 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S6E3- Brad Thurman (GGI) & Paul Robinson (Pioneer Glazing)✨ | glass industrybusiness insights+3 | Brad ThurmanPaul Robinson | General Glass InternationalPioneer Glazing | — | glassglazing+5 | — | 1h 00m 56s | |
| 1/24/26 | ![]() From the Fabricator S6 E2 - Mike Rapp (PDS IG) & Cam Reynolds (3 Form)✨ | glass industryinnovation+3 | Mike RappCam Reynolds | PDS IG3 Form | — | glassglazing+3 | — | 1h 01m 36s | |
| 1/3/26 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S6E1- Sarah Andreasen (Kawneer) Chris Scheiblein (LMCI-IUPAT)✨ | commercial excellencearchitecture+3 | Sarah AndreasenChris Scheiblein | KawneerLMCI-IUPAT | — | KawneerLMCI-IUPAT+5 | — | 48m 21s | |
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| 12/14/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5 FINALE- SOLO Episode- Troy Johnson- Apogee Architectural Metals✨ | year-end recapindustry news+3 | Troy Johnson | Apogee Architectural MetalsHarmon | — | podcastglass and glazing+5 | — | 1h 01m 15s | |
| 11/15/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E16- Joe Kaiser (Herzog Glass) Michael Duncan (Viwinco Window)✨ | glass industryglazing+3 | Joe KaiserMichael Duncan | Herzog GlassViwinco Windows | SeattlePennsylvania+1 | Herzog GlassViwinco Windows+5 | — | 1h 00m 09s | |
| 10/25/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E15- Seth Madole (Viracon) & Kevin Black (Flexijet) | New episode of the “From the Fabricator” podcast is now up, and this was a learning edition for me. First up, Seth Madole of Viracon. Seth has been a key cog in the Viracon machine for years, and it was great to get his insight into successful business approaches and, of course, the supply chain, which falls under his responsibilities at Viracon. Lots of good stuff from a first-class person. Then I talked with Kevin Black of Flexijet. Kevin is also a fantastic person a... | 54m 10s | ||||||
| 10/4/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E14- Devin Bowman (TGP & Allegion) Paul Daniels (FHC) | Honored to have two industry heavyweights on this time. I start with Devin Bowman of TGP & Allegion. I've known him a long time and admire all he's accomplished. Really insightful run through the various protective spaces and much more. Then industry legend Paul Daniels of FHC joins me. Great to hear about Paul's path, evolutions in our space during his career, why training matters and more. Good stuff all around and I think you will enjoy both talks! T... | 1h 05m 37s | ||||||
| 9/20/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E13- Kevin Hardman (Hardman Glazing Management) & Heidi Trudell/Alex Sobolev (Guardian Glass) | This new episode of the “From the Fabricator” podcast is loaded up for you, it’s a real dandy. This time out, I begin with Kevin Hardman of Hardman Glazing Management. You may know him from several different avenues, including his legendary Tools Tuesday pieces, but he goes much deeper than all of that. Really cool guy with some excellent stories, and his family's past is similar to mine, going back to the 1800s. Fun one all the way around. Then I jump deep into ... | 1h 05m 43s | ||||||
| 8/30/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E12- Mark Seeton (Vitro) & Danielle Whatley (Texstar Glazing) | A new episode of the "From the Fabricator" podcast is now available for your holiday listening/watching pleasure. Mark Seeton of Vitro was an excellent time for me, he answered a few glass geek questions for me, including what the game-changing product in our space from his organization was, and the biggest industry change over the span of his career. Plus, he legit stunned me on the “fun” question, too. And his input on the forecast was very insightful/helpful. Then I... | 42m 41s | ||||||
| 8/16/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E11- Karolina Styk (Press Glass) Corey Thompson (Pellucere) | Fun new episode of the From the Fabricator podcast is HERE. I caught up with two dynamic people with interesting backgrounds. I start with Karolina Styk of Press Glass. Super bright and passionate for our industry. It was cool to hear about her journey from Poland to the US and how she’s really leaned into the whole glass industry space, both in products and culture. Next, I visited with Corey Thompson of Pellucere. Impressive guy with serious credentials, ... | 43m 52s | ||||||
| 7/26/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E10- Brady Nails (MT Contracting) & Mike DeFrank (Country Glass) | Fun new podcast episode is up! The latest From the Fabricator features two individuals whose Fathers were in the business, and they have applied the lessons learned from them to make significant strides in their own careers. I start with Brady Nails of MT Contracting in Montana. Extensive conversation that had a ton of interesting nuggets, including training and recruitment, along with insight on AI in the industry. Then Mike DeFrank joined me. Mike just landed a... | 1h 19m 17s | ||||||
| 7/5/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E9- Said Elieh & Peter Stattler (Bendheim) & Ted Baumgardner (Guthrie Automation) | New podcast for you covering two ends of the spectrum. I’ve got a company that is almost 100, and then one that is just getting going. It was very cool stuff. Kicking it off, I had Said Elieh and Peter Stattler of Bendheim. These two were very entertaining and informative, and I loved gaining insight into the iconic Bendheim brand and process, as well as what they’re seeing out there. Then I connected with the super sharp Ted Baumgardner of Guthrie Automation/Gut... | 1h 03m 49s | ||||||
| 5/31/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E8 Brian Risinger (Country Glass & TGA) & Tom Caldicott (Unity Search) | NEW "From the Fabricator” podcast for you, and once again, I am super lucky to have extraordinary guests. This time out, we start with Brian Risinger, the brilliant owner at Country Glass & Mirror and also the current President of the Texas Glass Association. Brian is super sharp and authentic to the core. An interesting path to today, and then some really frank insights on our space and how to improve it. Fun conversation on all, especially the comparison of “The ... | 1h 06m 52s | ||||||
| 5/17/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E7- James Hatch (Kovach) and Lauren Dunford (Guidewheel) | The latest From the Fabricator podcast is live with two incredible guests. I kick it off with James Hatch of Kovach. He and I may have chatted a bit over the years, but this was my first extended time with him, and I was extremely impressed. What he’s done and the excitement around what Kovach does is something to behold. Great stuff. Then to a person and company that I think will be big in our industry and not for glass or glazing but improving the performance o... | 1h 01m 02s | ||||||
| 4/19/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E6- Sneh Kumar (Kawneer) and Kyle Sword (Pilkington NSG) | Welcome back to the latest From the Fabricator podcast! This time out, we've got 2 people from legendary companies in our space. Sneh Kumar of Kawneer kicks things off and we cover a wide range of items from sustainability to natural light/occupant comfort and more. Then Kyle Sword of Pilkington NSG steps in and we run through his career, growing the industry, collaboration and much more. Really fun pair of guys with fascinating backgrounds! Thank you for checkin... | 1h 02m 37s | ||||||
| 4/5/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E5- Pat O'Connor and Ty Clem! | A new episode of the From the Fabricator podcast is out, and as always, more insights to share from very cool and talented people. I lead off with Pat O’Connor of the Glass & Metal Alliance. He and his group have a big show in Atlantic City at the end of the month. (See below for a link). Pat is a fascinating guy who, thankfully, landed in our industry and is making a difference daily. He also has an infectious enthusiasm. Fun conversation and I think we’re going t... | 1h 01m 40s | ||||||
| 3/15/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E4- Nick Davy & Adrian Winoto (Andluca) & Kirk Beeche (Greg Beeche Logistics-GBL) | Welcome to the latest From the Fabricator podcast! I start with Nick Davy and Adrian Winoto of Smart Material company Andluca. They are two fascinating guys who have studied the past and are creating that true next-generation product line. Very excited about their potential and it was an enjoyable conversation, despite me ripping on dynamic glass. (which I admit is a blind spot for good reason) Next was Kirk Beeche of Greg Beeche Logistics-GBL. Fascinating and p... | 1h 17m 32s | ||||||
| 2/22/25 | ![]() From the Fabricator! S5E3- Vipul Bhagat (Skyline) Tom O'Malley (Clover) | The newest episode of the From the Fabricator Podcast is now live! This time out has a Windy City flavor with two Chicago icons taking center stage. Leading off is Vipul Bhagat of Skyline. Fascinating and genuine guy who kept making points that had me saying “love that” repeatedly. Vipul delivered a lot of food for thought on the market, selling and improving our overall space. It was awesome. Also, a blast to catch up once again with Tom O’Malley of Clover Archi... | 1h 21m 15s | ||||||
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