While FGIA always brings in quality keynote speakers, I must admit, I am especially excited for FGIA members to hear from Ryan Hawk, best-selling author and podcast host, at the upcoming FGIA Annual Conference in Orlando, FL. I first heard Ryan speak at my husband’s company’s event, and I was moved by his stories of being capable of going after the things he wanted while also taking care of those around him. He spoke about how this philosophy can be applied to leadership in business...

The start of a new year is a great time to reassess goals and strategies, whether that means personally or professionally. Plus, it is a convenient time during which to take stock of what worked – and what didn’t – so we can make plans for the coming weeks and months. Below are my three New Year’s resolutions for FGIA’s social media channels for 2025, which include planning ahead, exploring new (or new to you) platforms and making good use of the existing tools and...

2024 was a big year for FGIA. We enhanced our new member database, released an updated edition of an important education program and developed or updated many technical documents critical to our industry’s success. From our must-attend events and trainings to our technical advancements and improvements, the Association took on a lot of projects that have positively impacted the industry. Let’s take a look back on the year that was as we make plans for what is to come in 2025. We are so proud of...

Did you hear the news? There is a new (the third!) edition of FenestrationMasters®, FGIA’s flagship education program. This was an ongoing project for me throughout 2024, and I am glad to see it revealed to the world. If you aren’t aware, FenestrationMasters is a professional certification and education program that covers the full breadth of our industry, including performance standards, products and materials, test methods and code requirements. With updated visuals and interactive elements, the third edition includes new segments covering the NAFS Canadian...

Over the course of 2024, I have come to have a better appreciation for one of the oldest social media platforms out there: LinkedIn. As much as I love Instagram and how much I used to love Twitter (now “X”), I can see that LinkedIn is truly where those in the industry live online.LinkedIn is where I can get my latest industry news in one convenient feed. The reason I can do that is because I follow several industry media outlets on LinkedIn, many of...

Technical content led the way throughout the November 6 in-person FGIA FENBC Region Summit in Surrey, BC, with presenters exploring the latest trends in the fenestration industry. Professionals active in the FENBC Region engaged with industry leaders, connected with colleagues and customers who share the same interests and challenges, and heard the latest on regionally specific topics they care about most. Read on for coverage of the event.HPCN Window and Door Installer Program with presenter Jovan Cheema (Home Performance Stakeholder Council)Those producing fenestration products have long...

As 2024 winds down, it is a good time to make sure you have the current versions of the documents that best serve and help shape our industry. Several important FGIA standards were updated this year in FGIA’s ongoing efforts to keep up with the latest technologies and performance demands. Let’s take a look at a few of these documents, whose 2024 versions are now available in the FGIA Online Store.Click on each document number to read more about what changed from its previous version:AAMA...

This blog post originally ran in December 2023. It has been updated.The end of the year is a great time to prepare for the new one, whether that means getting together your editorial calendars or mapping out plans for how you hope to reach your next set of goals. It is also an ideal time to look back on what you did for the last 12 months to see what worked and what didn’t – and where you might choose to focus your energies. This...

Strategic planning is a critical organizational management practice that allows leadership to set goals and priorities and allocate time and resources to meeting those benchmarks. It provides a clear roadmap that keeps teams focused on the most impactful and important initiatives. In this time of workforce challenges and lean resources, few things are more important than working efficiently on targeted objectives to advance your business.Once you have a strategic plan, it is important to then update all stakeholders and constituents about progress, delivering metrics to...

Several FGIA staff members participated in GlassBuild America this year, which took place in Dallas, TX. The show was a big success, and we asked staff to share their biggest takeaways from the trade show floor. From industry forecasts and sustainability innovations to products trends and professional development, here’s what resonated with FGIA staff after the show wrapped up on October 2.Janice Yglesias, FGIA Executive Director“I attended a session by economist Connor Lokar, who shared that companies in the commercial sector should be preparing for...