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In The Mix by Northwest Masonry Institute

Adam Hutchinson
Masonry
Northwest Masonry Institute
Adhered Veneer Masonry
Masonry Institute Of Washington
BAC Local 1
CMU (concrete Masonry)
CLT (cross-Laminated Timber)
Manufactured Stone Veneer
Johnston Construction
University Of Washington
Tacoma
Spokane
Seattle
Level Up
Mass Timber
Laticrete
Warfield Masonry
Mortar Types (type S/N, Polymer-Modified)

In the Mix is a podcast dedicated to the people, projects, and innovations shaping the masonry industry—block by block, brick by brick. Hosted by Adam Hutchinson, Executive Director and professional engineer, this show brings together architects, engineers, contractors, and industry leaders to explore how masonry drives resilient, sustainable, and high-performance building design. Each episode bre... more

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Ben Stapleton has spent more than two decades working at the intersection of real estate, sustainability, and innovation. As CEO of USGBC California, he leads one of the country's largest green building organizations, helping train thousands of indus... more

After more than four decades as an architect, Steve Blye has designed everything from healthcare facilities and schools to municipal buildings and large-scale institutional projects. Today, as the Design and Technical Architect for the Masonry Adviso... more

What if the future of masonry isn’t just about better materials, but better relationships, smarter collaboration, and building structures designed to outlast generations?

In this episode of In The Mix, Adam sits down with Jordan Krebs of Sunset Ston... more

What does it really take to build a lasting masonry business from the ground up?

In this episode of In the Mix, Adam sits down with Benjamin Warfield of Warfield Masonry to talk about family legacy, entrepreneurship, apprenticeship, and the mindset ... more

What does it actually take to build safer, longer-lasting adhered masonry systems in one of the most demanding climates and seismic regions in North America?

In this episode of In the Mix, Adam sits down with John Gallup formerly a representative of... more

What if the future of multifamily housing isn’t choosing between masonry or mass timber—but combining both?

In this episode of In the Mix, Adam sits down with Alex Watchman of Clark Barnes to explore an innovative approach to mid-rise multifamily con... more

What does it take to go from surviving a drive-by shooting… to leading one of the largest masonry unions in the Pacific Northwest?

In this episode of In the Mix, Adam sits down with Lowell Glodowski, President of BAC Local 1 (Washington & Alaska), to... more

What happens when an industry that once laid 6 billion blocks a year drops to just 1 billion?

In this episode of In the Mix, Adam sits down with Ron Adams, President of Cascade Construction and the Washington State Conference of Mason Contractors, t... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Blye
Architect, Design and Technical Architect, Masonry Advisory Council
Masonry Advisory Council (Chicago)
Episode: 8. What Architects Need to Know about Masonry with Steve Blye
Jordan Krebs
Representative of Sunset Stone
Sunset Stone
Episode: 7. Beyond the Sale: How Relationships Drive the Masonry Industry Forward with Jordan Krebs
Benjamin Warfield
Owner of Warfield Masonry, contractor
Warfield Masonry
Episode: 6. How Benjamin Warfield Scaled a Masonry Company Through Economic Downturns
John Gallup
Technical sales representative and former Laticrete representative, now with HydroBlok
HydroBlok
Episode: 5. Modern Masonry Systems, Seismic Testing & the Future of Adhered Veneers with John Gallup
Alex Watchman
Architect at Clark Barnes Architects
Clark Barnes Architects
Episode: 4. Can CMU + CLT Fix Multifamily Construction Challenges? with Alex Watchman
Lowell Glodowski
President of BAC Local 1, Washington, Alaska
BAC Local 1
Episode: 3. How the Trades Are Creating Massive Opportunity Again with Lowell Glodowski
Ron Adams
President Cascade Construction; President of the Washington State Conference of Mason Contractors
Cascade Construction; Washington State Conference of Mason Contractors
Episode: 2. The Future of Masonry Starts with Education and Efficiency with Ron Adams
Jed Olafson
President of the Masonry Institute of Washington; co-owner of Johnston Construction with his son Hogan Olafson
Masonry Institute of Washington; Johnston Construction
Episode: 1. How Masonry Careers Are Built (And Passed Down) with Jed Olafson, President of the Northwest Masonry Institute

Host

Adam Hutchinson
Host of In The Mix; Executive Director of the Northwest Masonry Institute; professional engineer.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1 ratings
  • Great show!

    Great show on masonry! Super interesting and Adam is so knowledgeable in this space.

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Listeners appreciate real-world, actionable masonry insights that translate to job sites.
The show blends technical depth with industry education and workforce development.

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7. Beyond the Sale: How Relationships Drive the Masonry Industry Forward with Jordan Krebs
Q: What's your take on mortars and how do you ensure performance aligns with codes and design expectations?
They cover the shift from traditional Type S/N to polymer-modified and performance-based mixes, along with on-site QA/QC considerations and the practical use of bonding agents.
7. Beyond the Sale: How Relationships Drive the Masonry Industry Forward with Jordan Krebs
Q: What are the biggest challenges in getting design-build masonry projects and how does that affect the sales approach?
The hosts discuss design-build dynamics, the need to engage general contractors, and balancing budget with aesthetics while promoting masonry as the primary structural or cladding choice.
7. Beyond the Sale: How Relationships Drive the Masonry Industry Forward with Jordan Krebs
Q: How did you get into the masonry industry and what's your background now that you're with Sunset Stone?
Jordan explains a family connection to masonry, early exposure through relatives in production, and transitioning to Sunset Stone to focus on both production and design-friendly masonry solutions.
7. Beyond the Sale: How Relationships Drive the Masonry Industry Forward with Jordan Krebs
Q: So tell me a little bit about the relationship that Sunset has with the other manufacturers of veneer here in the Northwest.
The guests describes a competitive yet friendly relationship, highlighting a nimble, feedback-driven approach to color, shapes, and contractor input to stay in sync with market demand.
3. How the Trades Are Creating Massive Opportunity Again with Lowell Glodowski
Q: What are the biggest challenges facing the union today and how is BAC addressing them?
Challenges include competition for skilled labor, adapting to changing workforce demographics, and balancing management responsibilities with family life, addressed by structured training, mentorship, and strategic collaboration with partners like MIW and the conference contractors.

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