Hannes Blass, the CEO of Rotho Blass USA, discusses construction technology in the mass timber field. He takes us through his professional journey from a childhood underfoot in the family warehouse to leading the company’s US division. Hannes tells us how Rotho Blass advanced products are shaping the mass timber industry. We also explore how he is growing a nationwide sales team, even through the pandemic. 

We address the ever-evolving nature and innovation of mass timber construction, explore the process of building a post and plate point support system, and take a detailed tour of the 1510 Webster project in Oakland, California - showcasing the latest and greatest in tall mass timber construction and its remarkable project savings.

In the final segment, collaboration and networking's significance in the industry takes center stage. Hannes is taking his company’s extensive educational resources and mass timber knowledge on the road with seminars and events all across North America. Lessons from a recent timber event in Philadelphia are discussed, including his passion for building in-person industry relationships. Hannes offers career advice for construction professionals, emphasizing industry events, personal connections, and as he says, hitting the streets - to make the most of our time in life.

As we sign off Hannes agrees to take Nic and Brady out on his new sailboat next time they swing through Philly – and they’re taking him up on it!

Connect with Hannes on LinkedIn >>> https://www.linkedin.com/in/blaashannes/

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