Strong Conversations

About Strong Conversations

Join Simpson Strong-Tie for Strong Conversations as we invite partners, colleagues and leaders for insightful conversations. Stretch your mind with powerful ideas that will help you evolve how you think about the industry — and your place in it. We’ll dive deep into issues we all face — forging stronger connections and professional relationships along the way. Don’t miss the opportunity to get an in-depth look inside the minds of innovators and leaders who are reshaping and advancing the world we build and live in.

Publisher

Simpson Strong-Tie

Category

business · education · government

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Oct 2023

Latest episode

10 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

62 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Nov 2026

   More Than Shelter: Restoring Stability, Dignity, and Hope

   In this episode of Strong Conversations, host Sam Marcoux sits down with Brenda Ketah, Chief Affiliate Officer of HomeAid, to discuss the realities of homelessness in America and the role the building industry can play in creating solutions. Brenda shares how HomeAid works alongside builders, suppliers, trades, and nonprofit organizations to develop housing and shelter solutions for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The conversation challenges common misconceptions about homelessness, highlights the importance of dignity and human connection, and showcases how partnerships within the building industry are helping change lives across communities nationwide.

2. 

   28 Oct 2026

   The Sales Playbook: Responsiveness, Trust, and Results

   In this episode of Strong Conversations, host Sam Marcoux sits down with Mike Profilio, Vice President of the Builder Channel at Daltile, to discuss what separates great sales professionals from the rest. Drawing from years of experience in the building industry, Mike shares practical lessons on customer service, responsiveness, communication, and follow-through. From developing a personal brand built on trust to mastering the art of listening, this conversation offers valuable insights for sales professionals, business leaders, and anyone focused on building strong customer relationships. Along the way, Mike shares a memorable story that perfectly reflects his resilience and commitment to showing up, no matter the circumstances.

3. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Construction's Digital Inflection Point: Insights from Hyphen Solutions' CEO

   In this episode of Strong Conversations, host Sam Marcoux welcomes back Dr Felix Vasquez, CEO of Hyphen Solutions, for a deeper discussion on the evolution of technology in homebuilding and what's next for the construction industry. From the early days of mobile devices and disconnected systems to today's AI-driven workflows, Dr. Vasquez shares how connected data, supply chain integration, and emerging AI technologies are reshaping the way builders and suppliers collaborate. The conversation explores practical applications of AI, the future of natural language interfaces, and how technology can reduce friction, improve profitability, and create a more connected construction ecosystem.

Who has been a guest on Strong Conversations

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Garrett Moore
• Tim Uhler
• Jeff Lear
• Madison Saab

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

4,669

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

14 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

7 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 56 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

65

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

51

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