Rhode Island Builders Association News & Views Podcast

On this months podcast, we sit down with State Building Commissioner James Cambio to discuss the upcoming code updates.

In today's Podcast, Rhode Island Builders Association President Jim Deslandes will be speaking with David Moreira from Rhode Island Energy on their new customer portal.

RIBA CEO John Marcantonio and Jim Deslandes are joined by Real Estate Development Lawyer Joelle Rocha. Joelle will provide an overview recent bills that became law that affect the construction industry in Rhode Island.

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

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

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

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 Pimental and RIBA Professional Development Manager Bob Salvas. Audio Link

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

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

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

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

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

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

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-29-2020-executive-officer-joh

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

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

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

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/user/12463438/1-may-7-2020-covid-19-update-for-the-rib