Component Connection

EP 175: Insights from Washington DC: Key Takeaways from the National Housing Supply Summit

In this episode, SBCA’s Interim Executive Director, Molly Butz, hosts a conversation with Amanda Neuts, Associate Director of SBCA, as they recap their experience at the National Housing Supply Summit in Washington, DC. Together, they share key takeaways from this engaging and educational day, including the importance of communication framing to “sell the opportunity,” using components as a budget-control strategy, engaging local chapters in new ways and increasing involvement in policymaking, and continuously evaluating relevant emerging technology and business models.

EP 174: Connecting Engineers and Component Manufacturers

In this episode, SBCA’s Director of Strategic Partnerships, Sean Shields, hosts a conversation with Monica Shripka, Senior Director of Business Development & Marketing at the National Council of Structural Engineers Association (NCSEA). Together, they explore the structural engineering profession and share insights on how engineers and component manufacturers can better connect.

EP 173: Taking a Look Ahead with the SBCA President

In this episode of Component Connection, Abby Langenberg, SBCA Director of Business Development & Member Engagement, talks with SBCA President, Larry Dix II, who shares his vision for SBCA and the industry. Join us to find out about what's next for SBCA!

EP 172: Lumber Insights

In this episode, Molly Butz is joined by Justin Binning and Ken Timmins with American International Forest Products (AIFP) who provide a snapshot of the current lumber market. Stronger demand and tightening supply are pushing lumber prices upward, with limited availability of certain products, rising transportation costs, and expectations for a severe wildfire season potentially adding more pressure to an already firm market. Justin has been with AIFP since 2010 with a focus in Southern Yellow Pine and Ken has been with AIFP since 2017, specializing in Fir species. Both specialize in high grade lumber for the component manufacturing industry.

EP 171: The Value of SBCA's Austin Open Quarterly Meeting

In this episode, the SBCA staff members who participated in SBCA's first Open Quarterly Meeting (OQM) of 2026 in Austin, Texas, share their observations of the event and moments that delivered the greatest value to attendees. Together, they provide a good recap of the entire meeting and make a case for why no one should miss the next OQM in Bellevue, Washington, June 9-11.