By Katt Price, president, Tilt-Up Industry Leaders of Tomorrow

The Tilt-Up Industry Leaders of Tomorrow (TILT) is proud to represent the emerging voices in the tilt-up concrete industry. As a group, we focus on building a strong network for future leaders while sharing knowledge and fostering innovation between contractors, architects, engineers, and suppliers. With 2025 kicking off at the World of Concrete, we’re thrilled to share exciting updates, introduce new board members, and highlight our initiatives for the year.

Welcoming New Leadership

This year, we welcome two new board members to TILT: TJ Lambert (Helix Steel) and Holly Jennings (Dayton Superior). Holly, a chemical engineer and director of product engineering at Dayton Superior, brings a decade of industry experience, including product development at Dayton Superior and life-changing experiences with the TILT mentorship program. TJ, who leads the sales engineering team at Helix Steel, has a background in geotechnical and environmental engineering, and works closely with engineers to optimize concrete applications. Their passion for growth and collaboration will strengthen our mission to empower emerging leaders.

In addition to our new members, we have nine returning board members this year. Below is the complete listing of the TCA Board of Directors for 2025.

KATT PRICE (PRESIDENT)

SCHAEFER

CLIFF SAUNDERS (VICE PRESIDENT)

GLUDOWN INC.

TRAVIS JENNINGS (SECRETARY)

BSE STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS

JEREMY WINGFIELD (TREASURER)

MARTIN CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INC.

MICHAEL FREW (PAST PRESIDENT)

HAGER SMITH

DARIAN ST. MICHAEL,

HUGHES GENERAL CONTRACTORS

STEPHEN FLORA,

INSTEEL INDUSTRIES INC.

KYLE EASON,

MARTIN CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INC.

RYAN SBRUSCH,

DUDLEY ENGINEERING

TJ LAMBERT,

HELIX STEEL

HOLLY JENNINGS,

DAYTON SUPERIOR

We extend our gratitude to both Mark Stevens and Dylan James, who stepped down from the board after years of dedicated service. Their leadership has set the stage for TILT’s continued growth.

Initiatives to Empower and Connect

In support of TILT’s mission to cultivate relationships and strengthen the tilt-up community through social engagement, knowledge-sharing, and mentorship, we are focusing on six key initiatives this year:

• Mentor Program – Connects emerging leaders with experienced veterans, fostering growth through shared experiences and valuable insights
• Social Strategies – Highlights achievements and events, shining a spotlight on emerging leaders and building connections across the industry
• Jobsite Engagement – Encourages knowledge-sharing and networking with field workers and contractors while promoting participation in Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) events
• Meetups – Inspired by the success of Vibes Vancouver, these regional gatherings will strengthen relationships between conferences
• Slack and TCA Hotline – Provides platforms for ongoing communication where members can celebrate wins, ask questions, and share insights

Video Awards – Celebrates impactful projects that showcase tilt-up’s transformative role in communities

Get Involved

If your company has emerging leaders who are eager to connect with the tilt-up community, we encourage them to join us on Slack and reach out to the TILT board. To gain access to the Slack channels, contact Katt Price at katt.price@schaefer-inc.com. By participating in TILT, your emerging leaders will gain access to invaluable networking opportunities, resources, and programs designed to support their growth. 

Events to Watch for

Annually, TILT hosts two major networking events:

• VIP Social – Kicking off the World of Concrete in Las Vegas
• Expo Eve – Setting the tone for the TCA Expo

Additionally, we hold open board meetings during these conventions and host a booth at the Expo where attendees can meet the board and learn more about our initiatives. 

Don’t wait for the next event to get involved—join the conversation on Slack today! Together, we can shape the future of the tilt-up industry.