Rhode Island Builders Association News & Information: Recent Episodes
Paul Eno
Bob & Bill discuss the class schedule for the week of August 3-7, 2026 as well as the upcoming RIBA Clambake.
This week we talk about the upcoming classes for the Week of July 27-31, 2026 along with our business tip of the week.
This week Bob & Bill discuss the upcoming classes for the week of July 20-24, 2026 along with our tip of the week.
In today's episode, we discuss the upcoming classes for the week of July 13-17, 2026 along with our Business Builders tip of the week.
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Join Bob and Bill to learn about the classes being offered for October 27-31, 2025. We also share our tip of the week.
Bob & Bill talk about the upcoming classes for the week of Sept 22-26 We also share our Business Builders Tip of the Week.
Bob & Bill talk about the upcoming classes for the week of Sept 15-19. We also share our Business Builders Tip of the Week.
Bob & Bill discuss upcoming classes for the week of September 6-10, 2025 as well as share the business tip of the week.
This week Bob & Bill discuss upcoming classes for the 1st week of Sept. 2025. They also share their business tip of the week.
RIBA’s John Marcantonio and Alex Mitchell sit down with Real Estate Development Attorney Joelle Rocha to break down recently enacted Rhode Island legislation impacting the construction industry.
This week Bob and Bill discuss the upcoming classes for the week of February 10-14, 2025 along with our business tip of the week.
In this week's episode Bob & Bill talk about Business Planning as well as the upcoming schedule of classes.
Join Bob Salvas & Bill Parmentier for their inaugural episode of the Business Builders with Bob & Bill podcast. A weekly podcast where we discuss upcoming classes offered through RIBA as well as some great business tips. New episodes to be released each Friday.
On this months podcast, we sit down with State Building Commissioner James Cambio to discuss the upcoming code updates.
In today's Podcast, Rhode Island Builders Association President Jim Deslandes will be speaking with David Moreira from Rhode Island Energy on their new customer portal.
RIBA CEO John Marcantonio and Jim Deslandes are joined by Real Estate Development Lawyer Joelle Rocha. Joelle will provide an overview recent bills that became law that affect the construction industry in Rhode Island.
RIBA Professional Development Manager Bob Salvas joins RIBA CEO John Marcantonio on the podcast today to provide an overview of the wide-ranging educational opportunities offered. AUDIO LINK
Jim Tobin, new CEO of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) joins RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio and guest co-host Bob Baldwin for some lively give-and-take on top issues facing the residential construction industry. AUDIO LINK
Changes coming to the Rhode Island Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board in 2023 are the topics as host Paul Eno welcomes RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio, State Building Code Commissioner Jim Cambio and Dept. of Business Regulation Acting Deputy Director Matt Santacroce.
Several code officials join co-hosts John Marcantonio and Paul Eno on the RIBA News & Views Podcast to talk about issues with building officials and inspectors, including an acute shortage, along with plans for a new training program based at RIBA. Appearing are Acting DBR Deputy Director Matthew Santacroce, Building Code Commissioner James Cambio, Warwick Building Official Alfred DeCorte, Narragansett Building Official Wayne Pimental and RIBA Professional Development Manager Bob Salvas. Audio Link
Host Paul Eno welcomes Executive Officer John Marcantonio, Membership Relations Manager Elise Geddes and Chuck Lowe of the Builders Insurance Group for an eye-opening discussion about what the Rhode Island Builders Association offers members, including a brand-new benefit. Audio Link
Nationally recognized appraiser Susan Kelly joins our co-hosts to cue us in on the latest trends in residential appraisals, including energy-efficiency considerations, accessory dwelling units and Fortified Homes.
February's podcast features Cheri Walton, President of the Risk & Safety Management Co., on the latest trends and enforcement targets of OSHA, and how to prepare for an inspection. Ms. Walton also provides crucial jobsite safety advice, especially as the COVID pandemic persists.
RIBA Professional Women in Building Council (PWB) President Linda Bohmbach and Vice President Jackie Pagel join co-hosts Paul Eno and Monica Cummings for an eye-opening look at women in the residential construction industry today, and the critical role of PWB in RIBA. AUDIO: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/riba-podcast-9. DOWNLOAD: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/48349284/download.mp3
DBR's Julietta Georgakis and state Building Code Commissioner James Cambio join us to talk about revisions to the state codes that take effect February 1, and about how the code process works. The hiring and training of building officials also feature in the discussion. AUDIO: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/riba-ep-8-with-promo-spot. DOWNLOAD: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/47762499/download.mp3
Why the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board (CRLB) exists, how it works, and the new - tough - enforcement tools it now has. It's all on the docket as host Paul Eno and RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio welcome DBR Deputy Director Julietta Georgakis and State Building Code Commissioner James Cambio. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/riba-ep-7-now-with-teeth
As residential building and remodeling boom amid the ongoing pandemic, the Rhode Island Builders Association is working full-tilt for members. From participating in COVID guildeline planning with state leaders, to serving as a key education and information resource, to providing trade training for the industry's future workforce, the association is front and center. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/6-november-29-2020-executive-officer-joh
Joyce Therrien and Chuck Lowe of the Builders Insurance Group join RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio and host Paul Eno for an eye-opening look at the ins and outs of insurance for residential builders, remodelers and the trades. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/riba-podast-ep-5-final
In the fourth of the Rhode Island Builders Association's News & Information Podcasts, Executive Officer John Marcantonio and host Paul Eno welcome RIBA President Tim Stasiunas and Vice President Carol O'Donnell (nominee for 2020-2021 president) for an in-depth look at the issues facing the state's housing market and the residential construction industry and how RIBA is being proactive about them. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/4-july-30-2020-ribas-president-and-vice-
RIBA Workforce Development Committee Chairman Ron Caniglia and Director of Workforce Programs Cheryl Boyd join RIBA CEO John Marcantonio and host Paul Eno to share info on the many free job training programs the association offers as the industry adjusts to the "new normal." Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/riba-ep3-job-training-reduced
Dept. of Business Regulation Director Elizabeth Tanner and Deputy Director Julietta Georgiakis join RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio and host Paul Eno for an update on jobsite safety as the COVID-19 crisis continues, as Rhode Island reopens, and what to expect in the future. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/2-may-28-2020-covid-update-and-the-new-n
In the first-ever RIBA News & Information podcast, host Paul Eno interviews RIBA Executive Officer John Marcantonio on the latest updates regarding the residential construction industry in Rhode Island and the COVID-19 safety rules and best practices. They also highlight the free classes and training members need in order to expand their skills and to prosper in dueing the crisis and afterward. Direct link: https://www.spreaker.com/user/12463438/1-may-7-2020-covid-19-update-for-the-rib