Smarter Building Materials Marketing

Discover the truth about the current state of the housing market and how it will directly impact your building materials business. Understanding the factors driving affordability and regional market dynamics is crucial for manufacturers looking to stay ahead in this challenging industry.

Leveraging platforms like YouTube and Instagram isn't just trendy — it's essential for feeding builders the information they are actually looking for. Tune in as this week's guest, Matt Risigner shares invaluable insights on how manufacturers can use social media to not just reach but truly engage with more builders.

Asking for your customer's feedback is key to growth. This week's episode was recorded live from the Building Products Customer Workshop in Denver, where a panel of seasoned pros — contractors, remodelers, and installers — offered invaluable, candid insights into the questions and challenges most pressing to building product companies today.

Breaking into new markets can be challenging for building materials manufacturers, especially those with niche products. If you want to grow your business and drive more sales, this episode is for you. Laurie shares his journey of starting the business in the U.S., the challenges he faced and the strategies he used to build credibility and establish relationships with new customers.

With AI gaining momentum in recent years, architects and manufacturers have been exploring its potential to transform the way buildings are designed, constructed and marketed. This week, we are exploring the intersection of AI and architecture plus highlighting key trends and tools that are reshaping the industry.

Discover the untapped potential of marketing to facility managers, one of the most sought-after audiences in the building materials industry. Uncover how to target and create meaningful connections with this influential group.

Hear from the “Official Photographer of the Home Building Industry” on the impact of AI on photography, the importance of copyright protection and how to create captivating visuals for builders and architects. Chad also shares his insights on working with builders and architects, understanding their target audiences and creating captivating visuals. 

 Discover an innovative strategy to differentiate your building materials in the marketplace and make your customers' lives easier. Find out how aligning your sales and marketing efforts can drive growth and create a strong partnership with your dealers.

In this episode of the Smarter Building Materials Marketing Podcast, Zach interviews Mike Wolfe, the CEO of Delgado Stone Distributors. Delgado Stone is a quarry manufacturer and supplier of natural stone products, primarily selling to wholesale distributors across the United States and Canada.

Manufacturer reps often play a vital role in expanding market reach and ensuring customer satisfaction. This week's guest reveals why effective reps are the lifeblood of design firms and how they are instrumental in preventing building products from being value-engineered.

In this episode of the Smarter Building Materials Marketing podcast, hosts Zach Williams and Beth PopNikolov sit down with Mary Cook, President of Mary Cook Associates, a prominent commercial interior design firm based in Chicago, to talk about the importance of manufacturer rep relationships and how the right rep can play a vital role in increasing specifications.

Throughout the episode, Mary shares her valuable insights and experiences, shedding light on the crucial role manufacturer reps play in safeguarding design intent, ensuring quality execution and staying within budget — with the collective goal of avoiding the value-engineering of products.

Digital platforms and consumer behavior are constantly rewriting the rules of marketing, so how can businesses in the building materials industry adapt and thrive? This week, we are talking about the power of trust, personalized experiences and the crucial role of the customer journey in driving sales and revenue. Todd Miller is President of Isaiah Industries, a metal roofing company. He talks with Zach about why manufacturers need to take the effort to create a personal connection with customers.