Articles by Jill Bloom

Polycon CEO Discusses Spray Foam Innovation

Enclosure Experts Podcast Show

Doug Kramer: Polycon Expands Spray Foam Solutions

Doug Kramer shares how Polycon is driving spray foam innovation and rapid industry growth.

Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.

May 31, 2026

In this episode of Building Enclosure’s podcast, Jill Bloom speaks with Polycon’s Doug Kramer, an insulation industry figure, on spray foam innovation today.

Connect, Learn and Lead at IIBEC 2026

IIBEC EVP and CEO Brian Pallasch previews the 2026 International Building Enclosure Conference, from keynote storytelling and education sessions to scholarships and networking opportunities

Jill Bloom

February 11, 2026

IIBEC’s Convention & Trade Show is coming up March 12-15, in Sacramento, Calif. Recently, BE’s Group Publisher Jill Bloom sat down with IIBEC’s EVP and CEO Brian Pallasch to highlight what attendees can expect to see at this year’s show.

From Tax Credits to Tariffs: Key Legal Shifts Impacting Architecture

Video/Podcast

Big Changes for the Industry as 179D Repealed

Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, explains what the latest rulings mean for design professionals.

Trent Cotney

Jill Bloom

Lindsay Lewis

July 8, 2025

Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, explains what the latest rulings mean for design professionals.

Obtain Skill and Credibility with ProCertification

The NRCA’s Jared Ribble gives an exclusive update on ProCertification and other advanced training efforts in the works.

Art Aisner

Jill Bloom

March 23, 2025

The NRCA’s Jared Ribble discusses how ProCertification efforts are lifting the entire roofing industry through continued education and training.

A Preview of EIMA’s Grant & 2025 Annual Meeting

EIMA’s Executive Director Stephen Sears discusses some updates with the association, as well as this year’s show in Florida.

John Wyatt

Jill Bloom

March 16, 2025

EIMA’s Executive Director Stephen Sears discusses some updates with the association, as well as this year’s show in Florida.

What to Expect at the 2025 International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants 2025

Podcast

What to Expect at IIBEC 2025

IIBEC’s Convention & Trade Show is coming up March 6-9, in Orlando, Fla.

Lindsay Lewis

Jill Bloom

February 16, 2025

IIBEC’s Convention & Trade Show is coming up March 6-9, in Orlando, Fla.

Improving the Health and Well-Being of Your Employees

Jill Bloom

March 24, 2024

What do you do to keep your mind running at full speed when you have a big project you’re working on? How do you stay focused, stay motivated and stay healthy when you’re running on fumes?

Authenticity in the AEC Industry

Jill Bloom

January 26, 2024

True authenticity happens when your words are truthful and you believe what you’re saying. Every expert in our industry knows the importance of authenticity.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On Demand In modern roofing systems, vapor retarders and air barriers do more than just minimize air leakage—they’re essential to maximizing performance and longevity. This engaging course dives into the next generation of moisture control: permeable vapor retarders and air barriers. Discover how these cutting-edge technologies are transforming low-slope roofing assemblies by improving energy efficiency, managing moisture, and boosting wind uplift resistance.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW ; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On-Demand Designing a high-performance building enclosure requires more than just surface-level protection; it demands a rigorous, performance-based mastery of below-grade water and gas mitigation. This discussion will provide an expert-level analysis of below-grade waterproofing within the comprehensive framework of the high-performance building enclosure.

Articles by Jill Bloom

Doug Kramer: Polycon Expands Spray Foam Solutions

Connect, Learn and Lead at IIBEC 2026

Big Changes for the Industry as 179D Repealed

Obtain Skill and Credibility with ProCertification

A Preview of EIMA’s Grant & 2025 Annual Meeting

What to Expect at IIBEC 2025

Improving the Health and Well-Being of Your Employees

Authenticity in the AEC Industry

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