Influencers
We are excited to introduce our new Influencers page. This page compiles all the authors for this issue, and we look forward to working with each of them again in the future.
This page highlights the thought leaders and influencers who are shaping the future of our industry.
Steve Anderson, Ph.D, is an expert in organizational behavior and cultural transformation, holding a doctorate in psychology from The Ohio State University. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Anderson has made a significant impact in the construction industry, working with numerous companies in this field. Throughout his 20-plus year career, Dr. Anderson has been dedicated to reshaping corporate cultures to be more authentic and team oriented. His innovative approaches and deep understanding of human dynamics have enabled him to develop tailored strategies that foster genuine collaboration and trust within organizations.
Adam Chernow has spent the past eight years in the construction industry, beginning his career as an estimator and project manager. For the last three years, he has been an Account Executive at OpenSpace, where he brings his field experience to the forefront of construction technology. Adam is passionate about making the transition from boots-on-the-ground to tech impactful—especially when it means making life easier for the teams on site.
Brent Hamm is the technical product manager for the New Product Delivery Team at Construction Specialties. With 18 years of experience at CS, he has contributed to various aspects of the business, including product development, engineering, manufacturing, customer service, and sustainability. In his current role, Brent oversees the introduction of new products to the market while also focusing on optimizing the company’s existing product portfolio.
Matthew (Mattie) Mead is the founder and CEO of Hempitecture, a building materials manufacturer that uses biobased, carbon-capturing inputs to create healthier, high-performing products for a more sustainable planet. An Idaho-based, adventure-seeking entrepreneur, Mattie has a passion for re-envisioning the materials traditionally used in construction and beyond. On a mission to discover tangible solutions to the climate crisis, Mattie founded the Hempitecture concept in 2012 during his studies of architecture, environmental sciences, and entrepreneurship at Hobart College in Geneva, New York.
Jon W. Mooney PE is the principal consultant for Acoustics by JW Mooney LLC, a small town Iowa based firm providing state of the art acoustics, vibration and systems engineering consulting for projects throughout the Midwest. Email: acoustics@jwmooney.com.
Karim Muri is vice president of marketing services and strategy development for Kingspan Insulated Panels North America. Muri has led strategic marketing in the construction products market for nearly 20 years. His global experience includes leadership roles in Australia and the United States, working in both the residential and commercial building sectors.
