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Apr 29, 2026

In this MetalCast™, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Lakeside Construction Fasteners’ President and Co-Founder, Eric Velliquette, to discuss the powerful new partnership between Lakeside Construction Fasteners (LCF) and DMI Direct Metals, LLC, a strategic acquisition that brings together two industry leaders...

Apr 28, 2026

This month's question: 

• Presenting metal work as a lifelong career, not a temporary job 
• Building loyalty through mentorship and apprenticeship programs 
• Keeping skilled workers engaged and motivated 
• Creating a company culture that reduces turnover and attracts talent 

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Apr 17, 2026

In this MetalTalk™ webinar, host Megan R. Ellsworth, Breanna Welke vp of strategic communications with The Malco Group and Meredith Giesting. vp of design with Veto Pro Pac explore what it means for contractors now that Veto Pro Pac has joined The Malco Group. Known for premium tool storage built for...

Apr 6, 2026

In this episode of MetalCast™ host Heidi J. Ellsworth talks Mercedes Harris, architectural representative with Western States Metal Roofing (WSMR) about how collaboration between architects and manufacturers shapes today’s most striking metal buildings. The conversation begins with insights from the AIA Conference...

Apr 2, 2026

In this episode of MetalCast™, Karen Edwards sits down with Roger Brouard, founder of Veto Pro Pac, to share how frustration on the jobsite sparked one of the most respected tool storage brands in the trades. After years working as a carpenter, Roger set out to solve the everyday problem of disorganized tool bags and...