AWCI Emerging Leaders Meet in Tampa

AWCI’s Emerging Leaders Class of 2025 kicked off in Tampa, Florida, January 23-24. Co-chairs for the Emerging Leaders Committee, along with AWCI CEO helped lead the class of 20.

In Memoriam: Carl Raymond

It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Carl Arthur Raymond on December 29, 2024. He was a second-generation leader at The Raymond Group, and his son-in-law Travis Winsor is currently AWCI’s immediate past president. Carl Raymond was born on August 7, 1939, in Monterey Park, California, to George and Averill […]

AWCI Welcomes Don Pilz as Director of Technical Services

The Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI) is pleased to announce that Don Pilz has joined the association as the new director of technical services on November 4, 2024. Pilz is a seasoned professional with more than 37 years of experience in the building construction industry. His passion for the field and diverse […]

AWCI Releases Wall and Ceiling Industry Trends Report

A composition of diverse contractors doing various research activites.

With funding and support from the Foundation of the Wall and Ceiling Industry, the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI) partnered with FMI to conduct a comprehensive survey and analysis of industry trends. The findings provide market insights that enable companies in the wall and ceiling industry to think strategically about the market […]

Free Webinar: Automatic Taping and Finishing

Contractor Worker with a Drywall Patching Reinforcing Mesh Tape in His Hands

Presenter Mark Wilson, director of education, TapeTech, Ames Tool Corp and TapeTech Tools, will share how automatic taping and finishing (ATF) tools can significantly improve job efficiency, reduce fatigue and deliver consistently smooth finishes. In this webinar, October 30, 2:00 ET, we will provide detailed demonstrations, share insider tips and answer your most pressing questions […]