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MCS Influencers
Planting seeds for the advancement of women in the metal industry
MCS Influencer Lee Ann Slattery says it is important to offer mentorship and visibility for young girls in the skilled trades. Companies have found it increasingly difficult to recruit and retain women in both field and office roles in the metal construction industry. To help combat that challenge, it is important ...
Opening the door for women in metal
MCS Influencer Renee Ramey says that when she was getting into roofing 30 years ago, male mentors were key to pushing open doors for women in the industry. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of a conversation with Renee Ramey of the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA). You can listen ...
Forging the future of metal: The critical role of allies in advancing women in the trades
MCS Influencer Jon Olson says building a trades community defined by craftsmanship, opportunity and respect benefits everyone. In my role as a trainer at The Malco Group, I have the privilege of working alongside people at every stage of their careers — from those just entering the trades, to highly ...
Men supporting women in metal
MCS Influencer Randy Chaffee says it's time to get rid of old biases and embrace women in the metal industry. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Randy Chaffee of Source One Marketing. You can Read the interview below, Listen to the podcast or Watch the ...
Championing women in the metal industry
MCS Influencer Anthony Ortega says women bring another level of expertise and insight into male-dominated industries. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Anthony Ortega of Viotell Metal Concepts. You can Read the interview below, Listen to the podcast or Watch the recording. Jenny Yu: Hi everyone. ...
From recruitment to retention: Advancing women in the metal industry
MCS Influencer John Kenney says male allies, strong leadership, thoughtful recruiting and practical policies all contribute to an environment where women can build long-term careers in metal construction. The conversation around women in metal construction has matured, and that’s a good thing. We’ve moved past whether women belong in the industry ...
Women in metal: Strengthening a proven workforce
MCS Influencer Sasha Demyan says to focus on how we continue to attract, prepare and support top talent in an industry that demands skill, leadership and resilience. The metal construction industry is no longer asking whether women belong here — the answer is clear. Across our sector, women are leading companies, ...
When safety is tied to identity
MCS Influencer Robert Tiffin says safety is not a rulebook; it's a shared responsibility carried at every job, every shift and every decision. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Robert Tiffin of Silvercote. You can Read the interview below, Listen to the podcast or Watch ...
Building a culture-based safety program
RCS Influencer Randy Chaffee says once you develop the culture of safety, it becomes easier to create a program. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of a conversation with Randy Chaffee of Source One Marketing. You can Read the transcript below, Listen to the recording or Watch the conversation. ...
Building a culture of safety in cold-formed metal structures: A personal responsibility
MCS Influencer Corey Lincoln says strong communication is the backbone of any effective safety culture. As we kick off 2026, we in the cold-formed metal building industry must prioritize a crucial topic: safety. This isn’t just a routine checklist item, it’s a core aspect of our identity and how we ...
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