Webinar Presenters

Ben Herlache has nearly 30 years’ experience in the construction industry. His roles have varied from the start of his professional career where he gained knowledge firsthand as an installer. Later he owned his own construction company where he developed a respect for communication between the owner, contractors, and architects to ensure a successful build. For several years now as a...

Bill has worked in the heating and air conditioning industry for over 20 years. Working within different facets of the industry starting in distribution then followed by installation and field service. Most recently over 10 of those years have been specifically with National Comfort Products specializing in the technical sales side of thru the wall heating and air conditioning products.

Michael Phillips is the Managing Director of Syntegra - Integrated Doors by Design. He is an industry veteran with 25 years of experience in product, brand, and sales management.

John is the Senior Manager of Engagement and Programs at Specified Technologies Inc. and is responsible for the accreditation and maintenance of all CE trainings, including the widely specified Firestop Instructional Training and all AIA modules. Previously as a Territory Manager, he worked in the trenches alongside contractors and brings this real-world experience into the classroom. John is...

Matt received his Master’s degree in Architecture from Texas Tech University and has over 25 years in the building industry. His experience includes architectural design, construction, consulting, and training/development roles. As a Building Envelope & Architectural Consultant he works directly with Architects, Contractors, Consultants and Specifiers to select the optimal insulation for...

Since graduating from Bucknell University, Jason has held sales, corporate training and management positions with various building products companies, including Cooper Tools, Pella Windows and Doors, and AZEK Building Products. He joined WOLF in 2010 as a decking product manager and is currently the VP of Market Development overseeing the architectural and down-streaming efforts to the...

Holley Henderson is the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Education for Chemical Insights Research Institute of UL Research Institutes. Her background includes interior design, sustainability consulting and providing education for the built environment community. A frequent speaker on sustainable design issues, she has presented for many groups including Greenbuild International...

Wade Arnold, is the Director of Commercial Sales for Specialty Fenestration Group, encompassing U.S. Bullet Proofing & Quikserv. He has been with the company for over 6 years and is responsible for developing and growing the brands within the security fenestration realm. His knowledge and experience encompass many trades, practices, and building product materials. Wade has worked for...

Winn Darden is Business Manager for LUMIFLON® Fluoropolymer Resins for North America. He has been involved in sales and marketing for coatings and coating raw materials for more than 30 years. Mr. Darden has given presentations at numerous conferences and for organizations including the Society for Protective Coatings, the National Association of Corrosion Engineers, National Steel Bridge...

Jeff has been an active member of the building materials supply industry for nearly 40 years. His background includes two-step distribution and manufacturing. While primarily involved in fenestration, Jeff joined the Key-Link team within the last year. Jeff is a 30 + year member of the Construction Specifications Institute and is credentialed as both a Certified Construction Products...

Ryan Pfund is a Sr. Product Manager at Bradley Corporation with over 20 years of product management experience. He is responsible for the Safety / Industrial products at Bradley including managing the Emergency Drench Showers and Eyewash product lines, and Thermostatic Mixing Valves product line at Bradley Corporation. He is a member of ISEA, the International Safety Equipment Manufacturers...

Tony Mikulec, the seasoned guide at Mason-Lite, Inc., leads the charge in innovative masonry solutions. With over 25 years of industry experience, Tony is passionate about unveiling the transformative potential of lightweight modular masonry systems to architects, designers, and builders. As the Architectural Sales Manager, he empowers professionals to craft exceptional indoor and outdoor...

Scott holds a B.A. in Business Studies, Product Management, and Operations from Southern New Hampshire University. The former insurance salesman is currently the Market Development Representative for Wolf Home Products, helping provide education for homeowners and contractors. He served in the United States Air Force for 6 years, enjoys snowboarding in his spare time, and alongside his 10-year...

An innovator in education, Steve, the Director of Continuing Education and Marketing at MASA has extensive experience in media relations and adult learning. Making every connection count, he excels in the social media outreach to successfully achieve campaign goals. Paired with this public facing skill set, Steve enjoys leading video production for MASA’s social media platform. His background...

Larry Peters is Project Manager for the Copper Development Association, Inc. (CDA). His responsibilities include providing training and technical assistance to architects, interior designers, contractors, engineers and others interested in copper and copper alloy material for building construction. A 1987 graduate of West Point, Larry has spent the past 22 years working exclusively with...

Kyle is an experienced Architectural Consultant with a demonstrated history of over 20 years working in the building materials industry. As a Building Envelope & Architectural Consultant, Kyle works directly with architects, contractors, consultants, and specifiers to select the optimal insulation for their projects while meeting applicable building codes.

Candace is the primary presenter and educator for Total Door integrated door systems, life safety and building code courses. She has more than four years’ experience in working with architects, engineers, hotels, fire safety personnel and others to ensure that they have the latest information on life safety building codes and product options to ensure compliance. Candace is a central part of...

Since 2004, Chris Buffalo, owner and co-founder of Buffalo Lumber Company, has devoted considerable time talking to over 20,000 wood lovers about their projects. Their love for their craft, their stories, and their excitement are what motivated Chris to do these webinars for education purposes as the founder of cedarsiding.org. He comes from a rich history in the lumber industry spanning 3...