Beyond Algorithms

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how we work and make decisions, offering tools that can analyze vast amounts of data, identify patterns, and provide insights with unprecedented speed. As impressive as these technologies are, they highlight an essential truth: Some conclusions require more than an algorithm—they require human […]
Significant Investments in Ephemeral Experiences

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA In recent months, a moment with my youngest son has stayed with me, reminding me of the power of brief, fleeting experiences. I played the cello through college, and was fortunate to travel across Europe performing in churches and concert halls. In recent years, I’ve begun playing again, […]
Celebrating Community in the Valley of the Sun

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA In 2024, as we gather for the 25th Tilt-Up Convention and Expo in the sun-drenched landscapes of Arizona, “Legacy of Innovation: Celebrating Community in the Valley of the Sun” serves as our guiding inspiration. This concept reflects a journey spanning decades, marked by groundbreaking achievements in the tilt-up […]
Thresholds of Tomorrow

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA My wife and I stood with new and old friends on a deck overlooking Texas Hill Country just outside of Fredericksburg on April 8, 2024. For nearly five minutes, as we basked in the surreal twilight of totality, I was immersed in what Neil deGrasse Tyson describes as […]
Happy New Year!

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA As we welcome 2024, I am filled with excitement and gratitude for what lies ahead in our tilt-up industry. Your passion and dedication are what make our field truly outstanding. As your executive director, celebrating our shared achievements is both a privilege and a joy. Last year, we […]
The Centrality of Community

Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA The Tilt-Up Convention and Expo stands as a testament to the profound impact of community in shaping the trajectory of our industry. In my role as the Executive Director of the Tilt-Up Concrete Association, I have come to appreciate that the essence of this gathering transcends the conventional bounds […]
Broken Records

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA Recently, I had the opportunity to be on-site in Lebanon, Kentucky, to observe a significant milestone in the tilt-up construction industry. As the Executive Director of the Tilt-Up Concrete Association, it was both educational and gratifying to stand beside some of the field’s most knowledgeable experts. Together, we […]
On the Horizon: Innovations and Insights from Tampa

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA On the horizon, there is a new wave of tilt-up coming. Fueled by extraordinary demand over the past few years, the tilt-up industry has attracted new design and construction professionals to markets across the country, creating a wealth of new resources and expertise. This influx of talent will […]
Supporting our Growing International Community

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA Our friend Jorge Figueroa Silva, CEO of Tilt-Up Asesores SA de CV, presented a talk at the 2022 Tilt-Up Convention and Expo in Denver, Colorado, titled, “Tilt-Up in Mexico: Challenges and Opportunities.” In it, he outlined how construction in Mexico is influenced by the processes and technological advances […]
Tilt-Up Icon Tour

Español | Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA I am an active advocate of historic preservation. I believe that the community as a whole has a right to the architectural heritage of its place, and it is our responsibility as architects, engineers, and contractors to preserve its authenticity and add to it in a way that […]
See you in Denver

Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA The Mile High City is located on high rolling plains at the doorstep of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. The series of formidable snowcapped peaks make up a picturesque mountain panorama visible from Denver that spreads 140 miles long with 200 visible named peaks, including 32 that […]
Influence vs Expertise

Español | Translation Sponsored by TCA The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) recently published an updated list of tilt-up industry influencers. As with the first release in the spring of 2020, the announcement was shared on social media, posted on company websites, and celebrated among colleagues. Interestingly, but perhaps not surprisingly, the coverage caused some to […]